Wednesday, 16 September 2026 · 7:33 AM
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Local Government Minister Dr. Abdul Moyeen Khan and UNDP Resident Representative Stefan Liller have held a meeting at the Secretariat in Dhaka. Discussions focused on institutional capacity building, upcoming local elections, and joint training initiatives.
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has instructed officials to avoid honorific titles ahead of his name in official work during his first six months in office. His administration has also rolled out significant welfare programs and appointed a defense adviser.
Chief Whip of the National Parliament Nurul Islam Monir has traveled to Saudi Arabia along with his wife to perform Umrah. He departed from Dhaka's international airport on Monday and is scheduled to return on September 20.
A historical reassessment examines the life and legacy of King Krishnachandra of Nadia, who was born in 1710. The prominent royal figure ascended to power as the zamindar of Nadia in 1728.
State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humayun Kabir announced that the Prime Minister will travel to the United States on September 21. During the visit, the Prime Minister will attend the UN General Assembly and hold key bilateral meetings.
Official statistics released on Sunday detail the significant number of cases resolved by both the Appellate and High Court Divisions of the Supreme Court during the first eight months of 2026. The data highlights a notable reduction in the overall backlog of pending cases across both divisions in Dhaka.
Water Resources Minister Shahid Uddin Chowdhury Annie visited proposed sites for the Padma Barrage project in Kushtia and Rajbari on September 11, 2026. The major initiative, aimed at benefiting 24 districts, has received an initial approval of approximately Tk 35,000 crore.
Bangladesh Chhatra Union has formed a new 11-member convening committee at Shahjalal University of Science and Technology. Following the announcement, the student organization held a campus procession.
The Jatiya Sangsad has approved the formation of five new parliamentary standing committees and the reorganisation of two existing panels. Chief Whip Md. Nurul Islam Moni moved the proposals, which were passed through a voice vote.
Lawmaker Md. Monarul Haque Chowdhury has submitted a notice in the national parliament demanding state-level observance for General M A G Osmani. He also called for the historical figures and life of Osmani to be included in national textbooks.
A mobile court led by Upazila Nirbahi Officer Syeda Yasmin Sultana was attacked during an anti-illegal sand mining operation in Gobindaganj, Gaibandha. Four dredger machines were destroyed in the raid, and legal action will be taken against those involved.
Lawmaker Sansila Jebrin has voiced deep concern over food safety issues in parliament. She highlighted the invisible hazards hidden within everyday consumer products.
Lawmakers in Dhaka discussed the widespread impact of battery-run rickshaws on traffic, power consumption, and the environment. Discussions highlighted thousands of illegal charging points and significant revenue losses.
A juvenile court in Faridpur has delivered a verdict in the murder case of auto-van driver Harun Or Rashid. The victim had gone missing after leaving his home with his vehicle in February 2024.
The government is considering forming a national ulama advisory committee to clear up religious confusion, the religious minister told parliament on Monday. The announcement came during a session at the Sangsad Bhaban in Dhaka.
The International Crimes Tribunal in Dhaka is taking steps to amend its rules of procedure to clarify the process for confiscating assets. This follows judgments sentencing ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina and others to death alongside property seizures.
A comparative analysis examines the historical parallels between the political downfalls and imprisonments of former Pakistani leaders Zulfikar Ali Bhutto and Imran Khan. The study highlights striking similarities in their trajectories amidst shifting domestic and geopolitical landscapes.
Key National Citizen Party leaders have transferred their voter registration areas in Dhaka ahead of upcoming local government elections. The strategic relocations coincide with the party's mayoral nominations for both Dhaka North and South city corporations.
Construction work for the new Manikganj Sadar Upazila Parishad complex faces uncertainty as a proposed site remains blocked. A writ petition has been filed with the High Court regarding the disputed location.
India's Election Commission has officially announced the dates for upcoming legislative assembly by-elections in West Bengal. Voters in the Nandigram and Rejinagar constituencies will head to the polls following dual-seat victories earlier this year.
Information and Broadcasting Adviser Dr. Zahed Ur Rahman stated the government has no hesitation in bringing former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina back to face ongoing legal proceedings. He also noted that her statements from India could impact bilateral relations.
Bangladeshi actress Azmeri Haque Badhon was attacked and harassed during her stay in Venice, Italy. The incident has drawn swift and strong condemnation from leaders of the National Citizen Party.
Human rights organizations have reported a disturbing increase in mob violence and law-taking across Bangladesh. Data reveals that dozens of individuals have been killed and numerous others injured in these attacks.
The United States has handed over documents regarding the assets of former land minister Saifuzzaman Chowdhury Javed to the Anti-Corruption Commission. Meanwhile, a Dhaka court has issued an order to seize 41 flats belonging to him in the United States.
A detailed examination of Mao Zedong's revolutionary statecraft explores China's turbulent history from 1949 until his death in 1976. The analysis draws upon Andrew G. Walder's comprehensive book published by Harvard University Press.
A crucial decision has been taken to construct a highway on the Rahmatpur-Hizla-Mehendiganj-Bhola route to link the island district of Bhola to the country's main road network. Prime Minister Tarique Rahman issued directives to advance this major initiative rapidly during a meeting held at the Prime Minister's Office in Tejgaon.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has defended a contentious $6m grant to a Marrickville golf club within his own electorate. Meanwhile, Australians face surging fuel costs as capital city diesel prices hit their highest levels since April.
Road Transport, Railways and Shipping Minister Sheikh Rabiul Alam stated that autorickshaws are not permitted to run on national highways. He made these remarks on September 8 in Dhaka during a fish fry release and tree plantation program.
Regina Kay Walters and Ricky Lee Jones fled their homes in Texas in February 1990 before crossing paths with long-haul trucker Robert Ben Rhoades. Months later, Walters' body was discovered in an Illinois barn, leading to murder charges against the notorious serial killer.
A 26-year-old man named Mehedi Hasan has died from stab wounds while undergoing treatment at Dhaka Medical College Hospital. The incident occurred in the capital's Mirpur Shahali Police Station jurisdiction.
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