A devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar and Thailand, killing over 1,000 people and injuring nearly 2,400. The worst-hit area is Mandalay, where buildings, bridges, and roads were destroyed. The tremors were felt as far as Bangkok, where at least ten people died. Rescue efforts are hindered by damaged infrastructure and disrupted communications. A historic Buddhist […]
Lionel Messi is expected to return for Inter Miami’s match against the Philadelphia Union after missing Argentina’s recent World Cup qualifiers due to an adductor injury. Despite his absence, Argentina secured their 2026 World Cup spot with wins over Uruguay and Brazil. Messi has resumed training, and coach Javier Mascherano confirmed he will likely be […]
Shakib Khan’s highly anticipated film Borbaad has set a new benchmark for Eid releases, securing the highest booking fee among Dhallywood films. With around 100 cinema halls already confirmed, the number may increase before the final release.Producer Shahrin Akter Sumi stated that tiered booking fees have been set based on hall size, with larger cinemas […]
A treason case has been filed against former Prime Minister and Awami League President Sheikh Hasina, along with 73 others, including Dr. Rabbi Alam, Vice President of the US Awami League. Additionally, 503 participants of an online meeting have also been implicated.According to the complaint, on December 19, an online meeting was held where the […]
Lailatul Qadr, the Night of Decree, holds immense significance for Muslims, as it is considered more virtuous than a thousand months. On this sacred night, the Holy Quran was revealed, and believers seek Allah’s mercy and blessings through prayers, Quran recitation, and supplications.Across the country, mosques, including the National Mosque Baitul Mukarram, are hosting religious […]
A tourist submarine named ‘Sindbad’ sank off the coast of Egypt, resulting in the deaths of at least six people. The vessel was carrying 44 passengers on a tour in the Red Sea when it encountered an accident near Hurghada, about one kilometer from the shore. Rescue teams managed to save 29 people.The Russian embassy […]
Today, Thursday, marks the last regular banking day before a nine-day holiday for Eid-ul-Fitr. Banks will remain closed from Friday, reopening on Sunday, April 6. However, on March 28 (Friday) and March 29 (Saturday), select bank branches in garment industry areas—including Dhaka, Ashulia, Tongi, Gazipur, Savar, Narayanganj, and Chattogram—will operate for limited hours. Despite high […]
A massive traffic jam has paralyzed the Dhaka-bound lane of the Dhaka-Chattogram Highway, stretching from Madanpur to Jatrabari. The congestion began around 9 PM on Wednesday due to restrictions on truck entry into Dhaka ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr. As a result, trucks have lined up along the highway, blocking multiple lanes and causing severe difficulties for […]
Chief Adviser of Bangladesh, Dr. Muhammad Yunus, has arrived in China for a four-day official visit. His plane landed at Haiyan Airport at 4:15 PM Bangladesh time on Wednesday, March 26. Upon arrival, he was warmly received by Bangladesh’s Ambassador to China, Md. Nazmul Islam, and Haiyan Province’s Vice Governor, Keongai Bo. Earlier in the […]
Renowned Bangladeshi poet and freedom fighter Al Mahmud has finally been honored with the Independence Award, a long-overdue recognition, according to his admirers. While the poet never wrote for awards, his fans and fellow writers believe such recognition encourages future generations.His son, Mir Mohammad Monir, expressed mixed emotions, saying the family is delighted but wishes […]