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Digital platforms boost microfinance since Covid, Yunus tells Bernama
02:25 PM, 17 Aug 2025 SundayThe adoption of digital platforms has not only sustained but also expanded microfinance operations since the COVID-19 pandemic, said Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus, Chief Adviser and founder of Grameen Bank.
HC reschedules ex-CJ Khairul’s bail hearing to Oct 26
01:41 PM, 17 Aug 2025 SundayThe High Court has rescheduled the hearing on former Chief Justice ABM Khairul Haque’s petition seeking bail and dismissal of a murder case filed over the killing of Abdul Kaiyum in Jatrabari during the anti-discrimination student movement in July–August 2024. The hearing will now take place on October 26.
Messi’s late goal powers Miami to 3-1 victory against LA Galaxy
12:48 PM, 17 Aug 2025 SundayLionel Messi returned from injury as a reserve and scored in the 84th minute to spark Inter Miami over the defending MLS champion Los Angeles Galaxy 3-1 on Saturday.
US suspends visitor visas for Gazans
12:09 PM, 17 Aug 2025 SundayThe US government said Saturday it is suspending visitor visas for Gazans after a far-right influencer with the ear of President Donald Trump complained that wounded Palestinians had been allowed to seek medical treatment in the United States.
Farooki out of danger for now: Tisha
11:47 AM, 17 Aug 2025 SundayCultural Adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki, who was airlifted to Dhaka by helicopter on Saturday night after falling ill in Cox’s Bazar, is out of danger for now. He reportedly became ill due to excessive work pressure.
July Charter outlines presidential removal, pardons, key appointments
11:07 AM, 17 Aug 2025 SundayThe National Consensus Commission has finalised the draft of the July Charter following extensive consultations with the country’s political parties.
Asif Nazrul slams doctors: ‘Are you brokers for pharma companies?’
10:15 AM, 17 Aug 2025 SundayLaw Adviser Dr Asif Nazrul on Saturday criticised the growing trend of unnecessary medical testing, calling it a form of “torture,” particularly for poor patients.
Bangladeshi missions instructed to remove President’s portrait
08:50 AM, 17 Aug 2025 SundayThe Ministry of Foreign Affairs has instructed all Bangladeshi diplomatic missions, consulates, and residences abroad to remove the portrait of President Mohammed Shahabuddin.
IFB DG calls Rizvi’s allegation on ‘Rukn’ ‘completely false’
08:28 AM, 17 Aug 2025 SundayDirector General of the Islamic Foundation A Salam Khan has denied allegations made by BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi, terming them ‘completely false’.
Final draft of July Charter shared with political parties for feedback
10:09 PM, 16 Aug 2025 SaturdayThe National Consensus Commission has formally shared the final draft of the July National Charter 2025 with all major political parties, inviting their opinions and feedback on the proposed framework for national reform.
Mahi’s green blazer, a pair of specs, and a nation of ‘frustrated’ blokes
09:21 PM, 16 Aug 2025 SaturdayThe actress, known for her glamorous roles and TikTok triumphs, has sparked a firestorm by branding “most of the men” in Bangladesh as “sexually frustrated” after a cheeky comparison to adult film star Mia Khalifa. Grab your popcorn, because this drama is juicier than a mango in monsoon season!
Sky rivers: The invisible floods haunting South Asia
08:55 PM, 16 Aug 2025 SaturdayFor decades, scientists have whispered about sky rivers – vast, invisible torrents of water vapour snaking through the atmosphere, unseen but immensely powerful. Today, that quiet scientific curiosity has turned into a roaring alarm. What once sounded like science fiction is now a terrifying reality: Sky rivers are here, and they are reshaping the climate, lives, and landscapes of South Asia.