The Home Ministry has issued a notice urging foreign nationals residing illegally in Bangladesh to obtain the necessary legal documents by January 31.  Signed by Md Khoda Box Chowdhury, Special Assistant to the Chief Adviser for Home Affairs, the notice warned that legal action

Anti-Discrimination Student Movement convenor Hasnat Abdullah on Tuesday (Jan 14) said they would not compromise on matters concerning Bangladesh’s sovereignty.  He said that external dominance, particularly by India, would no longer dictate the country’s governance,

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court will deliver its verdict tomorrow on BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia's appeals challenging the High Court's decision to enhance her prison sentence from five years to ten years in the Zia Orphanage Trust corruption case. A five-member

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has forecasted dry weather with a temporary partly cloudy sky across the country for the next 24 hours, starting from 9 am today. A ridge of sub-continental high pressure extends up to West Bengal and the surrounding areas, while a

Dhaka, the densely populated capital of Bangladesh, has further topped the global list of cities with the worst air quality.  At 8:33 am on Tuesday, the city’s Air Quality Index (AQI) reached a severe 239, classifying the air as “very unhealthy” and posing

Farida Akhtar, appointed as an adviser to the Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock under the interim government, has long been an advocate for safe agriculture and food production. In an exclusive interview with Kaler Kantho, she shared insights into the challenges, opportunities, and

Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA) authorities have issued special directives following the detection of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in Bangladesh. HSIA Executive Director Kamrul Islam instructed all airlines, airports, and related entities to adhere to the guidelines

The government has revoked the appointments of six newly designated members of the Public Service Commission (PSC).  The Ministry of Public Administration issued a notification in this regard on Monday (Jan 13), stating that the decision was made upon President's approval.

India summoned the top Bangladeshi diplomat earlier on Monday (Jan 13) as border row escalated between the South Asian neighbours.  Tensions have been reported at the India-Bangladesh border over fencing issues.   It is reported that Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) has been

The Department of Environment (DoE) has urged city residents to wear face masks when outdoors due to the deteriorating air quality in Dhaka.  The city's Air Quality Index (AQI) reached a "very unhealthy" level, surpassing 250 at 10am today, prompting the warning.

The Indian Border Security Force (BSF) fired four blank shots near the Satkhira border, causing panic among local residents.  The incident happened early Monday (Jan 13) near the Shivtala area of Ghojadanga, opposite the Bhomra border in Satkhira Sadar upazila. Masud Rana,

Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, ranked second globally for worst air quality on Monday morning, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) score of 252 at 9am. The air was categorized as “very unhealthy,” posing significant health risks to residents. Mongolia’s Ulaanbaatar

The government has extended magistracy powers for officers of the Army, Navy, and Air Force for another 60 days, effective January 14.  A notification in this regard was issued by the Ministry of Public Administration on Sunday (January 12). According to notification,

Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Pranay Verma today said that there is mutual understanding between India and Bangladesh regarding the construction of border fences.  He said: “We have an understanding with regard to fencing the border for security. Our two border

The government has recalled five officials from Bangladesh missions in five countries, instructing them to return home for reappointment. A recent circular issued by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting named the officials as Mohammad Taiyeb Ali, Counselor (Press) at the High

Bangladesh today (Jan 12) summoned Indian High Commissioner Pranay Verma, as India attempted to build a fence on the 150-yard no-man's-land between the countries breaching the international law. Earlier, Home affairs adviser Lt. Gen. (Retd.) Md. Jahangir Alam Chowdhury said that

The High Court has directed the authorities concerned to take effective measures to mitigate air pollution in Dhaka and implement nine previous directives within seven days. HC Orders Authorities to Address Dhaka's Air Pollution in Seven Days The High Court today (Jan 120

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Sunday (Jan 12) asked Norway to make Bangladesh a regional distribution hub of their products and invest more in the country to take the benefits of Bangladesh’s youth force. “Use Bangladesh as a base for distributing Norwegian

Former Member of Parliament for Chattogram-15 constituency, Abu Reza Muhammad Nezamuddin Nadvi, has been shown arrested in five cases, as per a court order issued on Sunday morning.  The decision was made by the Chattogram Chief Judicial Magistrate Court following a request from

In a calculated heist, a gang of thieves broke into the "Crown Diamond and Jewelers" gold shop at Dhanmondi’s Shimanto Shambhar market in the capital, making off with gold ornaments worth Tk 2.5 crore in just eight minutes. The Dhaka Metropolitan Police Detective Branch