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CUET VC remains confined to office as standoff continues

Two people fall ill inside office as protesters press for VC's removal and restoration of former VC

13 Oct 2026 10:14 am
Global growth to slow to 3.1% this year as war and AI boom split world economy: IMF

Countries shielded from the energy shock and connected to the tech supply chain are holding up

13 Oct 2026 9:31 am
IMF warns of AI market correction, cyber threats to financial system

The cautionary message was delivered by the International Monetary Fund's latest Global Financial Stability Report, published on the second day of its annual gatherings with the World Bank, held this year in Thailand's capital, Bangkok.

13 Oct 2026 9:27 am
Benapole port to suspend trade for eight days during Durga Puja

Passenger movement to continue; daily revenue collection worth Tk 20 crore could be affected by the suspension

13 Oct 2026 9:26 am
SAFF camp on Oct 25,

Tabith said Bangladesh would have to begin their group-stage campaign without Hamza Choudhury, Shamit Shome and several other overseas-based players, who would not be available until the next FIFA international window opens on November 9.

13 Oct 2026 9:05 am
US says it opposes Chinese 'coercion' after Belize, Paraguay ministers sanctioned

China sanctions Belize, Paraguay ministers over Taiwan ties

13 Oct 2026 8:18 am
Can Carrick's 'hungry' Man United bounce back against Atletico?

United visit Spanish side Atletico Madrid in the Champions League on Tuesday looking to improve on just one victory in their last six matches across all competitions.

13 Oct 2026 8:13 am
Rhythm behind the stumps helps Litton break batting slump

While his bat finally came alive, Litton

13 Oct 2026 8:00 am
Fire brought under control after 12 hours at Chawkbazar market

Ten firefighting units remain at the scene to fully extinguish the blaze

13 Oct 2026 7:55 am
Ronaldo on target as Al-Nassr win after security delay in Riyadh

Kick-off was delayed after Saudi Arabia's Civil Defence issued a safety warning 15 minutes before the scheduled start time in Riyadh, which has been targeted by missiles fired from Yemen-based Houthis in recent days.

13 Oct 2026 7:42 am
Renshaw shines again as Australia close in on victory in first South Africa Test

Australia's Matt Renshaw played a leading role to leave his side needing six wickets on the last day of the first test to beat South Africa as the hosts were 102-4 at the close of play at Kingsmead on Monday.

13 Oct 2026 1:02 am
Litton backs spinners to seal Bangladesh victory on Day 5

Wicketkeeper-batter Litton Das is counting on Bangladesh

12 Oct 2026 11:23 pm
Do not force me to lay siege to police stations: Jamaat MP warns Rangpur officials

Mahbubur Rahman accuses the administration of sidelining him and favouring one political party in government committees and fertiliser dealerships

12 Oct 2026 10:31 pm
Fire at Chawkbazar market not under control even after 5 hours

The blaze however was confined to the affected building

12 Oct 2026 10:28 pm
Around 300 children living in prisons with incarcerated mothers: Social Services Dept

Department recommends foster care or placement in govt children

12 Oct 2026 8:01 pm
Stakeholders call for collective action to eliminate child labour in Bangladesh by 2030

The call came at a human chain and rally organised by the Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF), in collaboration with SHAPLA NEER, in front of the National Press Club in Dhaka to mark Child Rights Day and World Children

12 Oct 2026 7:48 pm
Recognised my son by his clothes at DMCH among hundreds of bodies: Woman tells ICT-1

Killed during July uprising, she says she found her son's body on the floor of DMC morgue among 300-400 bodies stacked together

12 Oct 2026 7:36 pm
IPO rules to be made easy to attract new listings: BSEC chairman

The new rules would take into account accumulated losses incurred by companies undertaking long-term infrastructure projects, but loss-making companies will not be allowed to be listed

12 Oct 2026 7:22 pm
Hasnat calls CUET VC a 'goon', 'shameless' for breaking lock of his office with help of JCD men

Points out irregularities in appointment of fertiliser dealers

12 Oct 2026 7:18 pm
DU English Dept students stage red-card protest against Tasneem Siraj

They accused the teacher of discriminatory behaviour

12 Oct 2026 7:04 pm
Fortis to leave for Kuwait with big dream

Fortis FC are all set to fly out for Kuwait tomorrow morning to take part in the AFC Challenge League, hoping to make history by qualifying for the knockout stage of the 20-team competition.

12 Oct 2026 6:48 pm
City silenced Anfield, but what lies ahead?

Enzo Maresca's men are top of the table with six wins out of six after their impressive 3-0 win at Anfield on Sunday.

12 Oct 2026 6:30 pm
PM seeks Canadian cooperation in energy, health, agriculture

Talks cover food security, technical education, climate financing and Rohingya repatriation

12 Oct 2026 4:17 pm
Thousands march in India's capital to demand election chief resign

Opposition parties and supporters of the youth-led Cockroach Janta Party protest movement have taken to the streets in recent days

12 Oct 2026 3:58 pm
Strong deposit growth fails to spur private credit expansion: GED report

Private sector credit is likely to remain subdued in the near term if borrowing costs stay high

12 Oct 2026 3:29 pm
Gopalganj Child Development Centre struggles after project expiry

Children with neuro-developmental disorders lack affordable care as district

12 Oct 2026 3:23 pm
CUET students lock building with VC inside, demand his resignation

Academic activities remain suspended for 20 days amid protests over VC appointment

12 Oct 2026 3:02 pm
Skills training alone cannot end child marriage: Bobby Hajjaj

Calls for removing social barriers and empowering women to make their own choices

12 Oct 2026 2:48 pm
GM Quader

Protesters demanding his arrest hurled bricks and stones at the house, shattering windowpanes

12 Oct 2026 2:48 pm
US-Bangla suspends Riyadh flights until October 21

Passengers advised not to go to the airport until revised schedules are announced

12 Oct 2026 2:29 pm
Biman, US-Bangla suspend flights to Riyadh, Dammam amid airport attacks

The disruptions come amid successive attacks on Saudi airports, which killed 13 people, including 2 Bangladeshis

12 Oct 2026 2:29 pm
Two women murdered in Dhaka, Gazipur; husbands detained

One of the victims was pregnant, and police detained both women

12 Oct 2026 2:29 pm
Preparations near completion at Lalon shrine ahead of 136th death anniversary

A three-day memorial festival honoring the mystic philosopher is set to commence at the Lalon Akhrabari on October 17.

12 Oct 2026 2:27 pm
Litton, Miraz pile on Afghan agony as Tigers stretch lead to 443

Afghanistan had opportunities to break the partnership but failed to capitalise. Litton was on 16 when Shahidullah Kamal failed to hold a difficult chance at slip off Qais Ahmad. Three overs later, Qais himself got his fingertips to a firm return drive but could not hold on, leaving the Bangladesh wicketkeeper with another reprieve.

12 Oct 2026 1:43 pm
Riyadh airport closure cancels 10 flights from Dhaka, affects 3,431 passengers

Disruptions extend to international carriers as security concerns grow over Saudi airspace

12 Oct 2026 1:20 pm
Man shot dead during BGB's anti-smuggling drive along Mymensingh border

BGB said a patrol fired warning shots after alleged smugglers attacked its members

12 Oct 2026 1:09 pm
Pakistan province leaders of ex-PM Imran Khan's party detained, junior minister says

A provincial chief minister - belonging to the party of Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan - and some of his cabinet members were detained after the suspension of his government under emergency rule, the federal junior interior minister said on Monday

12 Oct 2026 1:04 pm
Nine forms of Durga, nine days of devotion at Sreemangal temple

Since 2010, Navadurga Puja has seen devotees worship a different form of the goddess each day after Mahalaya

12 Oct 2026 12:57 pm
Ctg port workers begin hunger strike against DP World deal

Over 100 activists demand cancellation of 15-year agreement to operate Chittagong Port

12 Oct 2026 12:12 pm
Sajek blockade suspended for two days, valley remains closed to tourists

Protests suspended following assurances from law enforcers; tourist visits remain suspended until further notice

12 Oct 2026 12:08 pm
40 injured as villagers clash over football match in Pabna

Dispute over a penalty shootout triggers three-hour clash in Bera; 15 houses damaged

12 Oct 2026 11:41 am
Bangladesh seeks stronger energy ties with Saudi Arabia, Qatar

The discussions focused on strengthening Bangladesh's energy security, securing long-term liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies, expanding bilateral cooperation and attracting foreign investment in renewable energy

12 Oct 2026 11:28 am
EC sits in meeting to finalise UP polls roadmap

Commission may discuss election schedule, announce roadmap today

12 Oct 2026 11:06 am
Why Manchester City fans brought inflatable bananas to Anfield

The display was not a new response to controversy. Instead, it revived a quirky tradition that has been part of City

12 Oct 2026 10:18 am
200 the new benchmark: Farhan celebrates first series win as captain

For Farhan, the victory marked his first series triumph as Pakistan captain. But beyond the personal milestone, the skipper was particularly pleased with the aggressive batting approach that has transformed Pakistan

12 Oct 2026 9:17 am
North Korea fires 'several ballistic missiles' into Sea of Japan

Since the blast that injured three South Korean soldiers in the Seoul-controlled area of the Demilitarised Zone (DMZ), both countries have touted the test-firing of upgraded missile technology

12 Oct 2026 8:46 am
Two retired army officers arrested in terrorism, cyber security cases

Police arrested the two officers in separate overnight raids at different locations in the capital

12 Oct 2026 8:40 am
PL talking points: City roar, United hit a 40-year low, Guimaraes rescues Arsenal

Manchester United's miserable start has put boss Michael Carrick under pressure, while Bruno Guimaraes came to Arsenal's rescue.

12 Oct 2026 8:33 am
German tourist

Police tracked the device to a clothing shop and are questioning a young man and his family

12 Oct 2026 8:24 am