At UN forum, Indonesia advocates for child rights in the AI era
Indonesia's LCT volume hits record US$49.4B through August 2026
Indonesia strengthens bilateral diplomacy at UN General Assembly
Indonesia to fund free public schools from existing 2027 budget
AI leaders warn UN Security Council of security risks as systems grow more powerful
AI expert says dangers are 'real and imminent'
Marsh to stay on as Aussie skipper for opening ODI against South Africa
Marsh will continue in the role as Cummins shrugs off jet lag and concentrates on preparing for the three-test series against South Africa that starts next month.
Non-existent firms imports put Tk 2,450 crore revenue at risk
The National Board of Revenue's (NBR) intelligence wing has detected the possible import and illicit marketing of around 363 tonnes of cigarette filter-making raw materials in the name of a non-existent trading firm, potentially putting around Tk 2,450 crore in government revenue at risk.
Bavuma expects callow fast bowlers to step up in Australia ODI series
Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi, Kwena Maphaka and Ottneil Baartman were all ruled out with hamstring injuries, while Nandre Burger has a bad back. It has left an inexperienced seam bowling line-up to take on Australia, with Lizaad Williams, the Jansen twins, Marco and Duan, Gerald Coetzee, Corbin Bosch and Nqobani Mokoena having played only 72 ODIs between them.
BGN permanently shuts down four MBG kitchens over safety breaches
Indonesia plans alternative incentives to maintain investment appeal
Directive issued to drop 'Awami League-aligned' members from local committees
August 18 PMO directive orders authorities to reconstitute committees across divisions, districts and upazilas
RU suspends 18 students over ragging, forgery
14 were suspended for ragging, and 3 for allegedly forging official seals and signatures
Saka says England still have 'scar' from World Cup semi-final loss
Bukayo Saka believes the England squad still have a scar in us following their agonising World Cup semi-final defeat.
Not here to fear anyone, says Hamza
UK-based midfielder Hamza Choudhury said Bangladesh are not afraid of any opponent as the men in red and green prepare to begin their campaign in the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup against Malaysia in Jakarta on Friday.
India are the benchmark: Hesson urges Pakistan to close the gap
Pakistan have never won a medal in the Asian Games cricket, losing the bronze medal match in 2010 and 2023 while they did not compete in 2014.
Former AL MP Mustaque Ahmed Ruhi arrested in Dhaka's Mohammadpur
Police detained the former Netrokona-1 MP from an Iqbal Road house
Indonesia eyes smart city cooperation to deepen ASEAN-Pacific Alliance
We have been victims of terrorism: Iran President tells UN in rare wartime address
President Masoud Pezeshkian held up photos of the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and the more than 150 school children killed on the first days of the war
Two senior police officials, including ex-narayanganj SP, dismissed over misconduct, desertion
Ministry says charges of unauthorised absence, disobeying orders and desertion were proven beyond reasonable doubt
Coastal children place 13 demands for climate protection
Urge safe water, resilient embankments, child-friendly shelters, healthcare
Ministry boosts medium firms to link small businesses to supply chains
Prime Bank vice chairman to buy 18.85 lakh shares of the bank
Nafis Sikder, vice chairman of Prime Bank, said he would buy 18.85 lakh shares of the bank at the prevailing market price through the block market of Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) within the next month.
Placing biofuels at the heart of Indonesia's energy sovereignty drive
ACC approves 14 cases against 6 former Awami League MPs and relatives
The allegations involve wealth beyond known sources of income and concealed assets
Police seek Red Notice for foreigners in Raja Ampat turtle poaching
EBL chairman to get 1.64cr shares as gift from father
Anis said he would receive the shares as a gift from his father, M Ghaziul Haque, a general shareholder of the bank, outside the exchange
The case names 44-year-old Akash Marok as the driver; police say they will review the footage to assess the teenager
3 killed, 3 injured as truck rear ends auto-rickshaw in Gazipur
Truck driver detained
9 jailed for slaughtering horses, processing meat in Manikganj
Horse meat reportedly meant for hotels in Dhaka, nearby areas, says executive magistrate
DEN pushes biofuel expansion, energy reserves to curb fuel imports
Govt offers financial support to boost vasectomy uptake
Thakurgaon-1 by-polls: Voter registration begins Sept 27
Around 5,500 postal ballots to be distributed, election scheduled for October 29
Nine bodies recovered from Virgo 8 wreckage: Basarnas
Railway calls off Sitakunda eviction drive after residents block operation
Mobile court leaves the site without removing structures; occupants are given 30 days to vacate
Hilsa imports from India halted at Benapole after NOCs cancelled
Importers say the sudden decision could leave them with losses
DNA of body in Enggano Bengkulu matches Arupadatu crew member: Police
Business players urge EU-ASEAN partnership on ASEAN Power Grid
Indonesia records 40.36 percent surge in digital payment transactions
Japan sends Chinook helicopter to help Indonesia fight forest fires
Govt targets rehabilitation of 4,922 disaster hit schools
11 more die with measles-like symptoms in Bangladesh
Confirmed measles deaths remain at 101, according to the DGHS
Indonesia eyes Airbus A330 tankers for its Air Force operations
President monitors forest and land fire response
Where old ideas meet a new generation: A morning at the UN with Prof Yunus
The anniversary of microcredit brought global speakers together to discuss the future of development
NCP expels leader in Kurigram after money misappropriation allegations
The Phulbari upazila leader denies wrongdoing and says the decision was part of a conspiracy
Indonesian military to join Garuda Guerrier joint drills in France
Minister discusses industry challenges, solutions at ABF 2026
BI deploys all monetary tools to support rupiah stability
Indonesia to launch probe into deadly Virgo Transport 8 sinking
Jamaat to focus on public demands, national issues: Shafiqur
Jamaat vows
Indonesia calls for ceasefire, aid and end to killings in Gaza
No new clinics, private practice within 1km of govt hospitals: DGHS
DGHS directs divisional directors, civil surgeons, and upazila health and family planning officers to take necessary steps to implement decision
Indonesia deploys three fiscal strategies to bolster state budget
Seven police officers transferred; new OCs appointed in Gulshan, Banani
Transferred officers asked to hand over charge by October 3
Indonesia's labor-intensive industries rebound in Q2 2026: Minister
Indonesian Air Force sends Rafale pilots to France for tactical course
Minister calls MBG focus on disadvantaged regions as priority
Indonesia seeks Chinese partnerships to boost local cultural industry
Indonesia sees potentials in Chinese micro-dramas to boost local MSMEs
He was due home in December. His family now awaits his body.
Bangladesh Navy member Troman Khisa died from electrocution while serving on a UN peacekeeping mission in South Sudan
Indonesia's 2027 spending to exceed Rp4,000 trillion
Water transport fares raised by 7.54% after fuel price hike
Minimum fare raised to Tk 35 from Tk 32; minister calls hike
Indonesia sets sights on Africa for new export markets: Airlangga
Ashulia gas cylinder explosion: DNA samples sent to CID to identify charred bodies
Five bodies still unidentified; DNA test results may take a month
Minister Nazara outlines six priority sectors to boost the economy
BI Governor projects RI's 2026 economic growth at 4.9-5.7 percent
Indonesia records Rp140.7 trillion in foreign capital inflows
BI maintains key benchmark rate at 5.75 percent in September
Indonesia seeks digital capabilities beyond market role: Ministry
Minister Airlangga Hartarto praises ANTARA Business Forum 2026
Labour Party demands voting rights for expats in local polls
Calls for postal voting, NID linkage and pilot project before nationwide rollout
Indonesia to receive 18 more Rafale jets in stages through 2029
Ministry proposes communal kitchens for MBG in underdeveloped areas
Bangladesh Bank allows cross-border trade settlement in Taka
For import transactions, credits to Taka vostro accounts may arise from payments made by importers
Govt appoints Indonesian firm to operate BPC
The government will pay nearly Tk 1,950 crore to the Indonesian company for the job
Indonesian, French Rafales jets conduct refuelling exercise
Metro rail cabin door opens mid-journey; services suspended for 26 minutes
Passenger pressure in women
Kolkata hotel closures leave Bangladeshi visitors scrambling for safe stays
A sweeping post-fire inspection has shut hundreds of hotels and guesthouses, pushing up accommodation costs
Indonesia strengthen maritime cooperation with China
Women-led MSMEs lead in digital finance, still face heavy loan barriers: study
The research surveyed 329 MSMEs across all eight administrative divisions
Indonesia pitches marine tourism potential to investors in Monaco
Bangladesh could get single digital ID for public services: PM
Bangladesh has already begun developing its system and plans to roll it out within the next 18 to 24 months, Asad told The Daily Star
North Korea's Ri breaks women's weightlifting world record
Ri is attempting to become only the fourth lifter, and first woman, to win three Asian Games weightlifting golds.
2 agriculture officials transferred amid fertiliser distribution chaos in Kurigram
Farmers say transfers alone will not solve the crisis, demand adequate fertiliser supply and withdrawal of case against protesters
Indonesia calls for stronger RCEP cooperation, utilization
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and his wife Dr Zubaida Rahman have attended a dinner hosted by US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump for world leaders attending the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly.
Alcaraz quizzes Zverev about US Open championship point
Alexander Zverev has revealed to rival Carlos Alcaraz what was going through his head as he served for the US Open title in New York earlier this month
ADB approves $200m loan for Dhaka power distribution upgrade
The project will install 1,150 megavolt-amperes (MVA) of new transformer capacity across 52 substations and raise capacity at 12 existing substations by 115 MVA
Govt calls regional information transparency to attract investment
