CA press wing denies rumours of national flag change

The Chief Adviser’s Press Wing has debunked claims that Bangladesh’s interim government is considering altering the national flag, calling them "completely false."

10 killed in Iran’s overnight missile strikes on Israel

Waves of overnight Iranian strikes on Israel killed at least eight people, including children, according to emergency services, after air raid sirens sent millions across the country scrambling into shelters.

5 killed in helicopter crash in India’s Uttarakhand

Five people were killed when a helicopter carrying six passengers crashed in the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand. The Aryan Aviation helicopter was flying from Guptkashi to Kedarnath Dham with pilgrims on board. During the 10-minute journey, the chopper crashed between Gaurikund and Sonprayag.

Israel strikes 2 fuel depots in Tehran: Iran

Israeli strikes hit two fuel depots in Tehran, the Iranian oil ministry said Sunday, shortly after Iran announced the launch of a new wave of strikes against Israel.

Israel confirms strikes on Iran’s defense ministry HQ

Israel’s military has confirmed conducting an airstrike on the Iranian Ministry of Defense headquarters in Tehran, previously reported by Iranian state media.

Iranian missile barrage hits Israel, killing several people

A fresh wave of hostilities between Israel and Iran has resulted in significant destruction and loss of life, with both nations launching missile and drone strikes targeting strategic and civilian sites.

Protests across US against Trump’s ‘authoritarian’ policy

Fresh Iranian missile barrage targets Tel Aviv, Haifa, Jerusalem

Iran and Israel have intensified their ongoing conflict, trading missile barrages and air strikes in a deadly escalation that shows no signs of abating midnight past Saturday.

Heavy-lift vessel docks at Mongla Port

For the first time, Mongla Port in Bagerhat welcomed a heavy-lift vessel, the Netherlands-flagged MV Jumbo Kinetic, on June 10, 2025.

India’s DGCA orders inspecting all Boeing 787s

India’s aviation regulator has mandated inspections of all Boeing 787 aircraft operated by local airlines following an Air India crash that killed 270 people, Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu announced on Saturday.

BB boss thanks IACCC, NCA for supporting Dhaka’s asset recovery efforts

Bangladesh Bank Governor Dr Ahsan H Mansur, during a visit to London from June 10-13, 2025, expressed gratitude for the support from the International Anti-Corruption Coordination Centre (IACCC) in collaborating with Bangladesh’s Asset Recovery Taskforce and providing technical assistance to 11 Joint Investigation Teams (JITs) investigating priority asset recovery cases.

Iran claims shooting down 3rd F-35 jet, detaining 2 Israeli pilots

Iran's military claims it shot down a third Israeli F-35 fighter jet, reportedly using Iranian-made air defence systems, reports Tehran Times.

South Africa clinch first major title since 1998 with WTC Triumph

South Africa defeated Australia by five wickets in the World Test Championship (WTC) final at Lord's, securing their first major global title since 1998.

15 vehicle breakdowns on Jamuna Bridge cause traffic chaos

Following the Eid holidays, a surge of travellers returning to Dhaka via the Dhaka-Tangail-Jamuna Bridge highway has led to significant disruptions. Between Friday night (June 13) and 4:30pm on Saturday (June 14), 15 vehicles broke down on the Jamuna Bridge, triggering severe traffic jams on both sides.

‘Perverted logic’ to label Israeli strike on Iran as self-defence: Russian envoy to UN

Russia’s deputy envoy to the UN, Dmitry Polyansky, told RT that calling Israel’s attack on Iran self-defence is “perverted logic,” accusing Israel of blatantly violating the UN Charter.

Fresh COVID surge doubles mask prices

A fresh wave of COVID-19 infections has swept through Bangladesh, and with it, the price of masks has doubled in just days. For vendors and consumers alike, the soaring costs evoke grim memories of the 2020 pandemic, raising fears of profiteering and a looming public health crisis.

Angry Jamaat questions rationale of Yunus-Tarique meeting briefing

Jamaat-e-Islami has expressed concerns about the impartiality of the interim government over next elections following a joint press briefing on the recent meeting between Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus and Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) acting chairman Tarique Rahman in London.

Muggers impersonating RAB personnel rob Tk 1.8cr from MFS distributor

In a brazen daylight robbery, a group of muggers impersonating Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) officers looted Tk 1.8 crore from employees of a distributor of mobile financial service Nagad in Dhaka’s Uttara area on Saturday morning, June 14, 2025.

Iran warns US, UK, and France of attacking bases, ships if they support Israel

Iran has issued a warning to the United States, United Kingdom, and France, threatening to target their military bases and ships in the region if they assist Israel in countering Iranian attacks.

WB approves $250m for improving Bangladesh’s public sector performance

The World Bank's Board of Executive Directors has approved $250 million financing to bolster public sector performance in Bangladesh by fostering transparency, accountability and efficiency in key government agencies.