Dhaka, the crowded capital of Bangladesh, ranked seventh for the worst air quality with an AQI score of 189 at 9 am on Wednesday (Dec 25) making the air unhealthy. Baghdad, Delhi, and Lahore topped the list with AQI scores of 272, 265, and 244, respectively.  An AQI between 151

The Christian community in Bangladesh and elsewhere in the world is celebrating Christmas today (December 25), commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ.  In Bangladesh, Christians from various denominations are observing the festival with religious fervour and joy, engaging in

Former Director General (DG) of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB), Lieutenant General (retd.) Md. Moinul Islam, was stopped at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport on Tuesday (Dec 24) while attempting to travel to Canada. Moinul Islam was scheduled to board Emirates Airlines flight

The Libyan Navy rescued 82 migrants and recovered at least 15 bodies following the capsizing of a boat carrying 121 people near the Libyan coast on December 18.  Among those identified, 32 migrants, including 8 deceased, have been confirmed as Bangladeshi nationals. Foreign

Dhaka has yet to receive a response from Delhi regarding its request for the extradition of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who has been residing in the neighboring country since her removal from office following a student-led mass uprising. Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Rafiqul

An 8-year-old boy was killed and 619 shelters after a fire broke out at Kutupalong Rohingya camp in Ukhiya, Cox’s Bazar today (Dec 24). The deceased could not be identified immediately, Banglanews Correspondent reports. According to locals, the fire broke out around 1 pm at

The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has imposed a ban on fireworks, firecrackers, and sky lanterns in the capital ahead of Christmas on December 25.  In a public notice issued on Tuesday (Dec 24), DMP Commissioner Md Shajjad Ali announced the ban, which will come into effect from

A co-coordinator of the anti-discrimination student movement in Bogura, discovered a threatening message on his house wall that read, "Prepare for death, coordinator."  The incident occurred in Naudapara village under Nishindara Union, where Habib resides with his

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has requested the Bangladesh Financial Intelligence Unit (BFIU) to provide records of all domestic and international transactions related to former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, and her family members. Her family members include her son Sajeeb Ahmed

Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) members detained seven Bangladeshi nationals, including two human traffickers, trying to cross the border into India through Madhabpur in Habiganj. The detainees were handed over to Madhabpur Police Station by the 25-BGB Sarail Battalion on Tuesday

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has taken all necessary security measures to ensure a safe Christmas celebration, said Additional Commissioner (Counter Terrorism and Transnational Crime) Md Masud Karim. Christmas, the main festival of Christians, will be celebrated on Wednesday.

A Dhaka court today (Dec 24) showed former food secretary Islam Hossain arrested in a graft case filed by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC).   Vacation Judge Md Ibrahim Miah of Dhaka Metropolitan Sessions Judge Court passed the order, allowing the ACC's plea. 

The International Crimes Tribunal has issued arrest warrants against former MP Saiful Islam and four police officials for allegedly killing and burning bodies during the July-August anti-discrimination student movement in Ashulia.  The tribunal, chaired by Justice Md Golam Mortuza

A Dhaka court deferred till January 27, 2025, the deadline for submitting the probe report of a case filed over the murders of journalist couple Sagar Sarowar and Meherun Runi in February 2012. This is the 114th extension of the submission deadline. Dhaka Metropolitan Magistrate Md

Dhaka, the overcrowded capital city of Bangladesh, has been ranked the fourth most polluted city globally, with an AQI of 216 at 8:45am today (Dec 24).  The city's air quality was classified as "unhealthy" according to the latest air quality ranking. Delhi, India,

United States (US) National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan talked to Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus over the phone reaffirming his country's commitment to supporting the democratic process in Bangladesh. The call, which took place on Monday evening, centered on matters of

Bangladesh witnessed a historic moment today (Dec 24) as the much-anticipated train service connecting Khulna and Dhaka via the Padma Bridge officially commenced operations. The Jahanabad Express began its maiden journey from Khulna Railway Station at 6:00 am, aiming to reach Dhaka

Abdoulaye Seck, the outgoing World Bank (WB) Country Director to Bangladesh, vowed that the World Bank would support significant reform projects carried out by the interim administration in Bangladesh. Seck made the promise during a farewell call on Chief Adviser (CA) Professor

Mohammad Saiful Alam, Chairman of S Alam Group, has given the interim government six months to resolve issues related to his assets and investments.  He also said if not resolved, he plans to take international legal steps. According to the Financial Times, Saiful Alam sent a

Khalid Hasan, a co-coordinator of the Anti-discrimination Student Movement and a 2021-22 session student of the Arabic department at Dhaka University, has been missing since Friday evening (December 20).  CCTV footage last recorded him at 6:17 PM near the Doel Chattar area on