Redefining our tourism sector

It goes without saying that for decades now, our tourism potential has remained largely untapped. We boast rich cultural heritage, splendid natural landscapes, and tremendously vibrant communities -- yet the sector has continued to struggle....

World turns to AI, Bangladesh stuck in Excel-era training

When the world is racing to master artificial intelligence (AI), 42 percent of Bangladesh's vocational training remains tied to very basic computer lessons such as typing, MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel -- which neither meet the skills the country...

Bangladesh considers opening a consulate in Benghazi

A diplomatic delegation from the Embassy of Bangladesh and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the parallel government in Benghazi reviewed on Thursday arrangements for establishing an association for the Bangladeshi community, in preparation for...

Dhaka-Aricha highway turns into waste dumping zone amid blame game between authorities

Highlights: Waste dumped onto highway despite nearby Aminbazar landfill Dhaka North City and Savar municipality trade blame over dumping Residents allege influential groups dumping waste to grab land Stench and sludge from garbage pose health and...

Return to Dhaka after Durga Puja holiday triggers rush at terminals

As the four-day Sharadiya Durga Puja holiday concludes on Saturday, many are returning to Dhaka, leading to crowded transport hubs but relatively smooth traffic on the city’s main roads. On Saturday morning, crowded scenes were observed at...

Ireland set to tour Bangladesh in November

IRELAND TOUR OF BANGLADESH 2025 Ireland will play two Tests in Bangladesh © Getty The Bangladesh Cricket Board, on Saturday, announced that Ireland will arrive on November 6 to play a full-fledged series comprising two Tests and three T20...

Titu sees tough challenge for Bangladesh

AFC U-17 WOMEN’S ASIAN CUP QUALIFIERS Staff Correspondent 04 October, 2025, 23:43 Bangladesh Under-17 women’s football team head coach Saiful Bari Titu (R) speaks during après conference at the BFF House on Saturday. | BFF photo Bangladesh...

Whole world supports Bangladesh's democratic transition thru polls: Fakhrul

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir today said the whole world supports Bangladesh's democratic transition through elections. He said, "The whole world supports this democratic transition. Specifically, the support of the democratic...

Take a car to the peak: Keokradong reopens with new road, welcomes back tourists after 3 years

After remaining closed for three years due to security concerns, Keokradong hill, one of the main attractions of Ruma Upazila in Bandarban, has finally reopened to tourists. After reviewing law and order, authorities lifted the ban from 1 October,...

Bangladesh and China: Navigating a Shared Future

“Bangladesh and China are navigating towards a shared future, marked by strategic cooperation, economic development, and mutual respect. The two countries are forging a path to a joint destiny, characterized by strategic collaboration, economic...

Global support behind Bangladesh’s democratic transition: Mirza Fakhrul

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has said Bangladesh’s democratic transition through elections enjoys strong backing from the international community, particularly democratic nations. Speaking to reporters on Friday night (October...

Global Sumud Flotilla: travellers bearing light into dark

For the past month the world’s attention has been fixed on a luminous naval convoy known as the ‘Global Sumud Flotilla’. The flotilla’s first voyage set off from Barcelona, Spain, on 31 August. From 13 to 15 September additional vessels joined the...

Unpacking the deadlock: Why Dhaka airport’s 3rd terminal is still grounded

Highlights: Dhaka airport's third terminal launch delayed over operator dispute Caab rejects Japanese consortium's proposed revenue-sharing model Talks stalled; issue escalated to government-to-government level Biman to handle ground services...

Bargain hunt: Tales from Motijheel’s holiday market

For Rafiq, finding a spot to park his kulfi cart in front of Motijheel Ideal School on Fridays has always been a difficult task. Most of the time, he has to squeeze in between other vendors — some, like him, are there daily, always selling at the...

UAE: Bangladeshi taxi driver wins Dh20 million in Big Ticket Abu Dhabi draw

A new millionaire has been named after a Bangladeshi expat won the Dh20 million grand prize in Big Ticket Abu Dhabi’s September draw, held in the capital on Friday, October 3. The winning ticket, number 035350, was purchased by Harun Sarder Nur...

High-ups visit to assess Dhaka-Pabna rail link feasibility

Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha . Dhaka 04 October, 2025, 01:56 A high-level government delegation on Friday visited Pabna to oversee the feasibility of establishing a direct railway connection between Dhaka and Pabna. The delegation assessed the...

How Bangladesh warmed up to frozen food

Rice, oil, sugar, salt, carrots, frozen nuggets, sausages — the grocery list for a family in Dhaka is long and varied. And over the past decade, frozen food has quietly become a mainstay on these lists. The reasons for this vary: it might be...

CA's UNGA tour highlights Bangladesh's unwavering commitment to democracy, humanitarian solidarity: Alam

CA's UNGA tour highlights Bangladesh's unwavering commitment to democracy, humanitarian solidarity: Alam Chief Adviser's Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam. File Photo DHAKA, Oct 3, 2025 (BSS) - Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus's participation in...

Saudi launches new Hajj accommodation system

Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha . Dubai 04 October, 2025, 01:52 The ministry of hajj and umrah of Saudi Arabia has announced a new licensing system for pilgrim accommodations in Makkah and Medina for the 2026 Hajj season. Licences will now be issued...

Bangladesh’s Leadership Crisis and Rising Islamist Threats

When Nobel Peace laureate Muhammad Yunus became Chief Adviser of Bangladesh’s interim government, expectations were high that his global reputation would stabilise the country’s fragile politics. Yet recent events in the Chittagong Hill Tracts...