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Why Diego Garcia matters after Iran targets key US-UK military base
1+ day, 11+ hour ago (380+ words) Monday March 23, 2026 Iran has fired missiles toward Diego Garcia, a remote island in the Indian Ocean hosting a crucial US-UK military base, prompting strong condemnation from Britain despite the attack being unsuccessful. The island lies about 4,000 kilometers from Iran, and…...
Fuel rationing withdrawn, consumers can now refuel as needed
1+ week, 1+ day ago (386+ words) Sunday March 15, 2026 The government has withdrawn the fuel rationing order for petrol, octane, and diesel effective today (15 March), following the arrival of several imported oil tankers at Chattogram Port. The decision was announced by State Minister for Power, Energy and…...
Lotto launches eid collection, nationwide festive campaign
1+ week, 3+ day ago (298+ words) Friday March 13, 2026 Lotto, the Italian sports and lifestyle brand, has rolled out its latest Eid campaign, 'Eid Style Jombe Lotto er Songe', together with a new festive collection nationwide ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr. The collection features sports sneakers, running shoes, slip-ons,…...
ICT forms fact-finding committee to probe ‘unethical activities’
1+ week, 5+ day ago (163+ words) A five-member fact-finding committee has been formed to investigate alleged unethical activities within the prosecution team of the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) Speaking at a press briefing at his office conference room today (11 March), Chief Prosecutor Aminul Islam said the…...
Rain, thundershowers likely in parts of country
2+ week, 1+ day ago (136+ words) Sunday March 08, 2026 Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) today (8 March) predicted that rain or thundershowers accompanied by temporary gusty wind would take place at different parts of the country in next 24 hours commencing 9am." "Rain or thundershowers accompanied by temporary gusty wind is…...
Women’s safety crucial to achieve development, prosperity: President
2+ week, 1+ day ago (585+ words) President Mohammed Shahabuddin today (8 March) stressed ensuring women's safety both at home and outside the home to fully realise the benefits of policies adopted for women's development and prosperity. "Let today's pledge be that women and girls will no longer…...
Zimbabwe stays unbeaten, beats Sri Lanka to top T20 World Cup group
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (394+ words) Friday February 20, 2026 Zimbabwe completed the group stage of the T20 World Cup unbeaten after defeating Sri Lanka by six wickets yesterday (19 February), with Brian Bennett finishing a chase set up by captain Sikandar Raza. Zimbabwe topped Group B, which also featured…...
India celebrates birth of three new Cheetah cubs
1+ mon, 5+ day ago (175+ words) Friday February 20, 2026 India's efforts to revive its cheetah population received a boost with the birth of three cubs, bringing the country's total number of these iconic animals to 38. Indian Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Bhupender Yadav announced that Kuno…...
Africa emerges as key partner, Bangladesh eyes $4b trade
1+ mon, 5+ day ago (446+ words) Thursday February 19, 2026 As growth in traditional markets such as the United States and European Union slows, Bangladesh is accelerating efforts to deepen economic engagement with Africa, with total trade nearing $4 billion. According to data from the Export Promotion Bureau, the…...
BRICS 2026: Implications for a multipolar world
1+ mon, 4+ week ago (386+ words) Tuesday February 10, 2026 This recognises the growing heft of BRICS and the need for collaborative rather than conflictual approaches. There is a real convergence possibility here. While the G7 dominates global finance, technology, and high value-added services, BRICS is the pivot for…...