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After ‘Family Card’, ‘Farmer Card’ next on govt agenda
04:09 PM, 10 Mar 2026 TuesdayStanding before a large crowd near the bustling Karail slum in Dhaka on Tuesday morning, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman spoke of a new promise his government hopes to deliver soon – one aimed directly at the country’s farmers.
Hormuz shutdown rattles global oil market, defies quick fix
03:55 PM, 10 Mar 2026 TuesdayGlobal energy markets are facing a deepening shock as conflict in the Middle East disrupts oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical artery for the world’s crude trade, sending prices surging and prompting governments to consider emergency stockpile releases.
Trump says Iran had a new site for developing nuclear weapons
03:54 PM, 10 Mar 2026 TuesdayU.S. President Donald Trump said Monday that the war with Iran began because that country was starting work on a new site for developing material for nuclear weapons.
Lynching at DU FH Hall: 22 face arrest warrants
03:52 PM, 10 Mar 2026 TuesdayA Dhaka court on Tuesday, March 10, issued arrest warrants against 22 individuals in a case over the lynching of a mentally challenged youth at Fazlul Haque Hall of Dhaka University, suspecting him of being a thief.
Iran strikes Israel and Gulf states amid rising tensions
03:36 PM, 10 Mar 2026 TuesdayIran launched new attacks on Tuesday at Israel and Gulf Arab countries as it kept up pressure on the Middle East in a war that has impacted the region and beyond, sent oil prices surging and stunned global economies.
2 Air Force members die in Mirpur building fire
02:58 PM, 10 Mar 2026 TuesdayTwo members of the Bangladesh Air Force died in a fire that broke out at LA Plaza, an 11-story commercial building in Mirpur-2, on Monday, March 9.
Public concern over fuel to gradually subside: State Minister
02:49 PM, 10 Mar 2026 TuesdayState Minister for Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Anindya Islam Amit has said that the recent fuel shortage in the country was created by public anxiety and panic, adding that the concern will gradually subside over time.
PM assures gradual implementation of election promises
02:20 PM, 10 Mar 2026 TuesdayPrime Minister Tarique Rahman on Tuesday assured that his government will gradually implement all its election pledges ‘at any cost’ to change people’s fortunes and promote the development of the country.
Travel ban imposed on ex-WASA MD Salam, wife
01:49 PM, 10 Mar 2026 TuesdayA Dhaka court on Tuesday imposed a travel ban on former Managing Director of Dhaka Water Supply and Sewerage Authority (Dhaka WASA) Md Abdus Salam Bepari and his wife amid allegations of money laundering and illegal accumulation of wealth.
Everyone will get Family Card, it’s just a matter of time: Fakhrul
01:45 PM, 10 Mar 2026 TuesdayLocal Government, Rural Development and Co-operatives (LGRD) Minister and BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has said that the Family Card will be provided to everyone and will reach every household.
Family Card to support women’s empowerment: CPD
01:18 PM, 10 Mar 2026 TuesdayThe government’s newly announced ‘Family Card’ programme is expected to provide financial support to families while advancing women’s empowerment, said Dr Fahmida Khatun, Executive Director of the Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD).
BPC raises daily fuel limit for ride-share motorcycles to 5 liters
12:25 PM, 10 Mar 2026 TuesdayThe Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation (BPC) has set a maximum daily limit of 5 liters of octane or petrol for motorcycle ride-share drivers. The rule will apply only in metropolitan areas. Previously, the maximum allowed purchase was 2 liters per day.