The price of smartphones in Bangladesh is significantly higher than in neighboring countries like India and Pakistan, leading to an increase in illegal imports and a slower adoption of smartphones…
Dhaka: The country may experience extreme heat in April, with temperatures expected to exceed 41 degrees Celsius, accompanied by severe thunderstorms, according to a weather forecast issued on Thursday, March…
In a quiet Islamabad neighborhood, the sound of guitar strings fills a modest bedroom where four Afghan girls strum melodies of hope and defiance. Teenage musicians Yasemin, Zakia, Shukriya, and…
The rapid medical response following popular cricketer Tamim Iqbal’s heart attack has sparked discussions on social media about how his treatment was completed in such a short time. Many are…
Sanjida Khatun, a leading figure in Bangladesh’s cultural landscape, a distinguished musicologist, and one of the founding members of Chhayanaut, has passed away. She breathed her last at 3:10 PM…
Waiting for the next call from her husband has become Maria’s most pressing concern. There is no way to be sure that each conversation won’t be their last. Ivan, a…
In celebration of International Women’s Day, the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy has inaugurated a special exhibition titled Dipto Nayon, featuring the works of 83 female artists. This grand showcase, housed in…
In a significant political move, U.S. President Donald Trump has revoked the security clearances of former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and former Vice President Kamala Harris. Reuters confirmed the…
The Warriors of July, an organization representing those injured in the July movement, have issued a stern ultimatum to the government, demanding a decision on banning the Awami League within…
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan began the year facing significant political challenges. Despite holding power for over two decades, the current political landscape is no longer in his favor. Rising…
Hasnat Abdullah, Chief Organizer (Southern Region) of the National Citizen Party (NCP), has expressed concerns that recent discussions with senior military officials constitute political interference. Speaking at an emergency press…
After a long hiatus, singer Mila Islam has returned to playback singing with a song in the film Insaf, directed by Sanjay Samaddar. The song’s music director is Shawkat Ali…
BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia is set to return to Bangladesh in mid-April, as confirmed by UK BNP President MA Malek on Wednesday, March 19. He shared this information with…
The Government of Bangladesh and the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) have signed an agreement to enhance the capacity of the Bangladesh Institute of Peace Support Operation Training…
Adolescence has been hailed as a perfect piece of television, yet even perfection comes with its burdens. The sheer emotional devastation it delivers makes it a show that demands recovery…
At Nairobi’s international airport, it is a common sight to see groups of Kenyan women, dressed in matching T-shirts, eagerly taking selfies before boarding their flights. They are filled with…
Two NASA astronauts who had been unexpectedly stuck onboard the International Space Station (ISS) since June 2024 finally returned to Earth on Tuesday evening, marking the end of a prolonged…
The government has granted approval for a new private university named ‘Grameen University,’ which will be established in the capital, Dhaka. On Monday, the Ministry of Education issued an official…
Violence against women in Bangladesh has escalated to alarming levels, surpassing all previous records, according to the Bangladesh Mahila Parishad. In a human chain protest held in front of the…
The Anti-Terrorism Raju Memorial sculpture at Dhaka University’s Teacher-Student Centre (TSC) stands as an enduring symbol of protest for students across Bangladesh. This monument was erected in 1997 to honor…