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Bulbul poised to lead BCB
03:11 PM, 29 May 2025 ThursdaySpeculation about a change in the presidency of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has been circulating for days, with former national cricket team captain Aminul Islam Bulbul frequently mentioned on social media as a potential candidate.
SC upholds EC’s authority on Ishraque’s swearing-in
02:35 PM, 29 May 2025 ThursdayThe Appellate Division of the Supreme Court has disposed of a leave-to-appeal petition seeking a stay on the Election Tribunal’s verdict and the Election Commission’s (EC) gazette notification that declared BNP leader Ishraque Hossain as the mayor of Dhaka South City Corporation.
Japan to recruit 1 lakh Bangladeshi workers in 5 years
01:31 PM, 29 May 2025 ThursdayJapanese authorities and businesses on Thursday announced plans to recruit at least 100,000 workers from Bangladesh over the next five years to address the country's growing labour shortage.
US court blocks most of Trump’s sweeping tariffs
01:13 PM, 29 May 2025 ThursdayA US federal court blocked most of Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs from going into effect, boosting markets on Thursday even as the White House appealed against the decision by "unelected judges".
Govt employees observe one-hour work abstention
01:00 PM, 29 May 2025 ThursdayGovernment employees across the country observed a one-hour work abstention on Thursday (May 29), demanding the repeal of the Public Service (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025.
Elon Musk announces departure from Trump administration
12:01 PM, 29 May 2025 ThursdayTech billionaire Elon Musk has announced that he is leaving the administration of United States President Donald Trump, where he led a months-long project to cut costs in the federal government.
Former JnU prof Anwara arrested in uprising case
11:26 AM, 29 May 2025 ThursdayPolice have arrested freedom fighter and former Professor Anwara Begum Anu of the Political Science Department at Jagannath University (JnU) in connection with a murder case filed during a mass uprising.
World passing a time of great uncertainty: Yunus
10:25 AM, 29 May 2025 ThursdayChief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus has said global trust is at risk now as the world is passing a time of great uncertainty.
Depression over Bay brings rain to Dhaka, other parts of country
09:41 AM, 29 May 2025 ThursdayA well-marked low over the Bay of Bengal has intensified into a depression, leading to rainfall in various parts of the country, including the capital, Dhaka.
River ports asked to hoist warning signal 2
09:12 AM, 29 May 2025 ThursdayRiver ports in Khulna, Barishal, Patuakhali, Noakhali, Chattogram, and Cox’s Bazar have been advised to hoist riverine warning signal number two. The warning for inland river ports will remain valid until 1:00pm on Thursday, according to a bulletin issued by the Bangladesh Meteorological Department.
Yunus calls on Asian nations to unite for shared prosperity
08:30 AM, 29 May 2025 ThursdayChief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus has urged Asian nations to work together to address shared challenges and unlock new opportunities for prosperity.
Bangladesh suffer 37-run defeat to Pakistan in T20 series opener
08:18 AM, 29 May 2025 ThursdayBangladesh continued their poor run in the T20 format, suffering a 37-run defeat to Pakistan in the opening game of the three-match series at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Wednesday.
BAJUS announces jewelry shops closure indefinitely
09:31 PM, 28 May 2025 WednesdayThe Bangladesh Jeweler's Association (BAJUS) has announced that all jewelry shops across the country will remain shut for an indefinite period...
‘Tax’ dispute with Arakan Army halts trade through Teknaf for 45 days
09:25 PM, 28 May 2025 WednesdayImports and exports through Teknaf Land Port in Cox’s Bazar have been suspended for 45 days due to the Arakan Army, a separatist group in Myanmar, demanding taxes on goods. The group has been obstructing shipments since taking control of Rakhine State from the Myanmar junta, previously blocking cargo ships on the Naf River en route to the port.
Trump's tax, spending bill 'disappoints' Musk
08:48 PM, 28 May 2025 WednesdayElon Musk has criticised one of the signature policies of Donald Trump, marking a break from the US president who he helped to win re-election in 2024...
Arson attack on Princess Diana’s childhood home
08:39 PM, 28 May 2025 WednesdayA derelict farmhouse on the Althorp Estate, the former home of Princess Diana, was destroyed in a suspected arson attack, according to her brother, Earl Spencer.
Hamza, Shamit, Fahamedul called in for two int'l matches
08:25 PM, 28 May 2025 WednesdayBangladesh Football Federation (BFF) has announced a 26-member preliminary squad of Bangladesh for two international matches against Bhutan and Singapore in Dhaka including three Bangladesh-origin foreign booters--- Hamza Chowdhury, Shamit Shome and Fahamedul Islam...
Netanyahu announces killing of Hamas’ Gaza chief Mohammed Sinwar
08:18 PM, 28 May 2025 WednesdayIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Wednesday that Mohammed Sinwar, a senior Hamas leader in Gaza and one of Israel’s most wanted figures, has been killed.
Yunus seeks Nippon Foundation's support to resolve Rohingya crisis
07:57 PM, 28 May 2025 WednesdayChief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus on Wednesday sought support from Nippon Foundation chief Yohei Sasakawa, a highly respected figure in Myanmar, to resolve the Rohingya crisis and ensure the safe repatriation of the displaced people of Rakhine.
Dhaka urges global hunt for stolen wealth, illicit financial flows
07:47 PM, 28 May 2025 WednesdayBangladesh has urged the international community to strengthen cooperation in combating illicit financial flows and ensure the return of stolen assets to developing nations, emphasizing that this is a matter of justice, equity, and trust in the global system.