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Govt considers ‘fuel pass’ system to streamline petrol, octane sales

06:08 PM, 30 Mar 2026 Monday

The government is considering introducing a “fuel pass” system for petrol and octane sales in an effort to bring discipline and transparency to fuel distribution amid ongoing supply concerns.

MP Amir Hamza sued over remarks on energy minister

06:05 PM, 30 Mar 2026 Monday

A Tk 10 billion defamation case has been filed against Kushtia-3 lawmaker Mufti Amir Hamza over alleged derogatory remarks against Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Iqbal Hasan Mahmud Tuku.

Fuel card rush sparks chaos in Chuadanga

05:44 PM, 30 Mar 2026 Monday

Tension gripped Chuadanga on Monday as the distribution of “fuel cards,” introduced to address a fuel shortage, drew large crowds and led to scuffles at the Deputy Commissioner’s office.

There’s no energy crisis, govt explores sources beyond Middle East, Shama tells JS

05:19 PM, 30 Mar 2026 Monday

The ongoing war in the Middle East has sparked fears of a global energy crunch, but Bangladesh is, for now, insulated from the crisis, according to State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam.

Clash over unpaid debt leaves 50 injured in Habiganj

05:10 PM, 30 Mar 2026 Monday

A dispute over just Tk 155 spiraled into a violent clash between two groups in Lakhai upazila, leaving around 50 people, including women, injured on Monday.

Home Minister warns in JS: Mob culture will no longer be tolerated

05:08 PM, 30 Mar 2026 Monday

Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed has issued a stern warning that the so-called 'mob culture' –chaotic mass attacks and road blockades in the name of demands – will no longer be tolerated in Bangladesh.

Opposition Leader meets Prime Minister in parliament

04:52 PM, 30 Mar 2026 Monday

The corridors of the Jatiya Sangsad saw a rare display of political civility on Monday as Opposition Leader Dr Shafiqur Rahman met Prime Minister Tarique Rahman at his parliament office – a rare meeting in Bangladesh’s political culture that reflected subtle gestures of respect.

5 Bangladeshis killed in Middle East war, 186 repatriated from Iran

04:40 PM, 30 Mar 2026 Monday

Five Bangladeshi nationals have lost their lives in the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, with the remains of two having been repatriated to Bangladesh.

France beat Colombia 3–1 in final World Cup warm-up

04:38 PM, 30 Mar 2026 Monday

France showcased their ⁠attacking ⁠firepower and strength in depth with a 3-1 friendly win ⁠over Colombia, in their final outing before ⁠coach Didier Deschamps names his World Cup squad.

Tk 41.15cr crypto fraud haul: CID recover smuggled digital assets

04:25 PM, 30 Mar 2026 Monday

Bangladesh's Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has recovered cryptocurrency worth approximately Tk 44.15 crore that was illicitly transferred abroad through a sophisticated Ponzi scheme masquerading as a high-yield investment platform.

Pakistan to host US-Iran talks amid Iran’s threats against US forces

04:12 PM, 30 Mar 2026 Monday

Pakistan announced Sunday that it would soon host talks between the US and Iran, though there was no immediate word from Washington or Tehran, and it was unclear whether discussions on the monthlong war would be direct or indirect.

Outdated curriculum, reluctant revision: Textbooks risk leaving students behind

04:05 PM, 30 Mar 2026 Monday

The nation’s education system is still anchored to the “creative curriculum” introduced in 2010, a system that was supposed to revolutionise learning by encouraging critical thinking and creativity. Sixteen years later, however, the promise has faded.