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Card transactions in Bangladesh jump 143% in five years: BB
04:36 PM, 08 Mar 2026 SundayCard-based transactions in the country have surged by about 143 % over the past five years, according to the latest report of Bangladesh Bank (BB).
No illuminations on Independence Day this year: Salauddin
04:00 PM, 08 Mar 2026 SundayCiting the need to conserve fuel amid the ongoing global situation, Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed on Sunday, March 8, said no lighting or illuminations will be arranged across the country to mark the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr and Independence Day this year.
Ex-Chief Justice Khairul Haque granted bail
03:57 PM, 08 Mar 2026 SundayThe High Court on Sunday granted bail to former Chief Justice ABM Khairul Haque in four cases, including a case involving allegations of verdict forgery.
Zaima receives grandmother Khaleda’s award from President
03:20 PM, 08 Mar 2026 SundayFormer Prime Minister Khaleda Zia was posthumously awarded the “Best Indomitable Woman” award in recognition of her exceptional contributions to the advancement of democracy.
PM says ‘let’s go to war’ as he leaves residence for work
02:52 PM, 08 Mar 2026 SundaySunday marks the first working day of the week. Like any other workday, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman left his residence in the morning to begin his duties.
US, Israel strike 5 oil facilities in and near Tehran: Official
02:07 PM, 08 Mar 2026 SundayThe United States and Israel hit five oil facilities with overnight strikes in and near the Iranian capital that killed four people, an official told state TV on Sunday.
Crowds at Ctg filling stations despite 25 days’ octane stock
01:36 PM, 08 Mar 2026 SundayDespite having sufficient octane reserves to last 25 days, petrol pumps across Chittagong have been crowded as people rush to fill fuel.
Nasiruddin Patwary sued for defaming Mirza Abbas
12:55 PM, 08 Mar 2026 SundayA case has been filed against Nasiruddin Patwary, chief coordinator of the National Citizen Party (NCP), over allegations of making defamatory remarks about BNP Standing Committee member and political adviser to the Prime Minister, Mirza Abbas.
Govt to brief on Family Card on Monday
12:34 PM, 08 Mar 2026 SundayThe government will hold a press conference on Monday, March 9, to outline its ‘Family Card’ initiative, a flagship programme under the election manifesto.
Eight fuel-carrying vessels anchored at Ctg port
12:20 PM, 08 Mar 2026 SundayEight fuel-carrying vessels, including gas and oil, anchored at Chattogram port on Sunday (March 8) amid rising tensions in the Middle East.
RAB raids three Dhaka hospitals to curb brokers
11:57 AM, 08 Mar 2026 SundayMembers of the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) on Sunday launched a special drive at three government hospitals in the capital with a view to preventing brokers from conducting their activities inside hospital premises.
Rain likely in four divisions
11:28 AM, 08 Mar 2026 SundayThe Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has predicted rainfall in several areas of Rangpur, Barishal, Khulna, and Rajshahi divisions within 24 hours starting from 9:00 am on Sunday.