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41 killed in 2 weeks: Police data

At least 41 people were killed across the country in the last 14 days, from 18 February to 3 March, according to data compiled by Police Headquarters. The figures were

34 flights cancelled today at Shahjalal, 210 in six days

Dhaka’s Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport saw 34 flights cancelled on Thursday (5 March) due to the escalating war situation in the Middle East, bringing the total number of cancellations over

Dhaka, Delhi optimistic about expanding bilateral ties

Bangladesh and India on Thursday expressed optimism about further expanding their close bilateral relations as Prime Minister’s Foreign Affairs Adviser Humayun Kabir held talks with Indian High Commissioner Pranay Kumar

18 March declared holiday, Eid vacation extended to seven days

The government has decided to declare 18 March a public holiday in addition to the previously announced leave to ensure smooth travel for people heading home during Eid-ul-Fitr. The decision

Allen’s record ton powers New Zealand into T20 World Cup final

New Zealand’s Finn Allen blasted the fastest century in T20 World Cup history in Kolkata on Wednesday as his side hammered South Africa by nine wickets to reach the final.

RAMPURA MURDERS : ICT defers verdict

The International Crimes Tribunal-1 on Wednesday deferred the verdict in a crimes against humanity case against former Dhaka Metropolitan Police commissioner Habibur Rahman and four other officers over killings and

Govt plans women-only buses despite driver, capacity crisis

The government has initiated a move to introduce a women-only bus service in the capital despite limited institutional capacity and the lacklustre performance of existing similar services. The road transport

Govt declares March 18 holiday, allowing seven-day Eid break

The government has decided to declare an additional public holiday on March 18 to ease travel for people returning home for Eid-ul-Fitr, allowing government employees to enjoy a seven-day holiday