ePaper Bangla
  National  
746 killed and 46,351 injured in political violence in 13 years: TIB

746 killed and 46,351 injured in political violence in 13 years: TIB

At least 746 people were killed and 46,351 injured in 4,280 incidents of political violence across Bangladesh between January 2013 and August 2026.

746 killed and 46,351 injured in political violence in 13 years: TIB

At least 746 people were killed and 46,351 injured in 4,280 incidents of political violence across Bangladesh between January 2013 and August 2026.

11 members of banned AL, allied bodies held over Mirpur labour unrest

Police on Sunday detained 11 members of Awami League and its allied bodies, all banned groups, from Mirpur on suspicions they incited garment workers and themselves took part in violent acts during the ongoing labour unrest.

PM looks to Japan for stronger industrial, economic and technological cooperation

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Tuesday called on the Japanese government and private sector to play a more active role in Bangladesh’s economic development, technological advancement and industrialisation.

President for ensuring world-class healthcare, patient-friendly environment in Bangladesh

President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir today called for ensuring world-class healthcare services, modern technology, skilled specialist doctors and a patient-friendly environment within the country.

IGP’s crossfire remarks have put govt in an awkward position: Rizvi

BNP acting secretary general Ruhul Kabir Rizvi on Tuesday said the Inspector General of Police’s (IGP) remarks about reinstating crossfire have caused unease within the government.

Bangladesh, China discuss police modernisation and security cooperation

Bangladesh and China have discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation in law enforcement and security, focusing on police modernisation, professional training and capacity building.

Third uranium shipment reaches Rooppur plant under tight security

The third shipment of nuclear fuel, weighing 41 tons, has reached the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant in Ishwardi, Pabna, amid tight security

PM seeks Japan’s support for investment, trade, Rohingya repatriation

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Monday sought Japan’s support for greater investment and trade, skilled human resource development and the safe, voluntary and dignified repatriation of Rohingyas to Myanmar

Bangladeshi peacekeepers upholds national standard through service: UN

Bangladeshi peacekeeping missions in Africa upheld the red and green national standard with dignity through their sincere services in a challenging atmosphere particularly in the world’s second biggest continent, a large part of which is ravaged by prolonged brutal civil wars and bloody conflicts.

Govt steps up anti-corruption drive with disciplinary action, 23 directives

The government has escalated its drive against institutional corruption and financial irregularities, rolling out a series of high-profile disciplinary actions, digitisation initiatives, and stringent administrative directives.

Nepal resumes power exports to Bangladesh

Nepal resumed exporting 40 megawatts of electricity to Bangladesh through India's transmission network on Friday evening, after the August 26 Bhotekoshi flood damage to two hydropower plants disrupted supplies.

Police will resort to ‘crossfire’ if situation and govt permit it: IGP

Police will not hesitate to apply the “crossfire” against criminals whenever it is necessary, if the government permits it, said Inspector General of Police (IGP) Ali Hossain Fair on Monday.

EC settles 64 lakh NID correction applications

The Election Commission (EC) has settled 6,442,832 applications for correcting national identity card (NID) information, leaving 128,010 pending as of 18 October, according to updated data from its National Identity Registration Wing.

IGP: Working to build effective, people-friendly police force

Inspector General of Police (IGP) Md Ali Hossain Fakir on Saturday said police are working to build an effective policing system to restore public trust and establish peace and justice in society.

President conveys Dashami greetings, urges youths to stand up for truth, justice

President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Wednesday urged the young generation to stand up for truth, justice and humanity, extending greetings of Bijoya Dashami to members of the Hindu community.