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US suspends embassy services in Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Iraq
02:43 PM, 03 Mar 2026 TuesdaySeveral US diplomatic missions across the Middle East have suspended operations and issued urgent security advisories following escalating regional tensions and security incidents.
Middle East conflict: 39 flights cancelled at HSIA, total reaches 148
02:23 PM, 03 Mar 2026 TuesdayA total of 39 flights were cancelled at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA) on Tuesday due to ongoing airspace closures in several Middle Eastern countries amid heightened security concerns following strikes on Iran by the United States and Israel, bringing the total number of cancelled flights to 148.
Qatar extends entry visa validity by one month
02:17 PM, 03 Mar 2026 TuesdayQatar's Ministry of Interior has announced a one-month extension of all types of entry visas that have expired or are nearing expiry, effective February 28, 2026, with the possibility of further extension depending on developments of the ongoing situation.
4.4-magnitude earthquake strikes Iran
02:04 PM, 03 Mar 2026 TuesdayA magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck the Gerash region in southern Iran, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS).
UK seeks closer ties with Bangladesh’s new government
01:42 PM, 03 Mar 2026 TuesdayThe United Kingdom (UK) has expressed a strong interest in working closely with Bangladesh’s new government to enhance bilateral cooperation.
Govt considers extending Eid holidays
01:33 PM, 03 Mar 2026 TuesdayThe government is considering extending the Eid-ul-Fitr holidays, which are currently set at five days. Officials said the proposal aims to ensure smooth travel for people returning home during the festive season.
PM’s Bogura visit postponed ahead of by-election
12:52 PM, 03 Mar 2026 TuesdayThe scheduled visit of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to Bogura has been postponed in view of the upcoming by-election in the Bogura-6 (Sadar) constituency.
HC rules on referendum, July National Charter
12:45 PM, 03 Mar 2026 TuesdayThe High Court has issued a rule concerning the referendum and its results, the July National Charter, the oath letters of members of the Constitutional Reform Council, and the validity of the referendum ordinance.
Oil prices jump as Iran threatens strait of Hormuz shipping
12:35 PM, 03 Mar 2026 TuesdayOil prices made more gains on Tuesday after an Iranian official said his country will "set fire to anyone who tries to pass through" the Strait of Hormuz as the conflict between his country and the US and Israel continues.
Ctg airport cancels 7 more flights, total now 35
12:11 PM, 03 Mar 2026 TuesdayShah Amanat International Airport in Chattogram has cancelled seven additional flights as airfields in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and Doha remain closed due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, bringing the total number of cancelled flights to 35.
Chaldal employees stage demo in Jashore over unpaid wages
11:56 AM, 03 Mar 2026 TuesdayOver 800 employees of e-commerce platform Chaldal.com staged a demonstration at the Jashore Software Technology Park on Monday, demanding payment of three months’ outstanding wages.
Strikes on Iran won't lead to 'an endless war': Netanyahu
11:27 AM, 03 Mar 2026 TuesdayThe Middle East conflict triggered by US and Israeli strikes on Iran won't be "an endless war," but could take "time," Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in an interview broadcast Monday.