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47 countries back Bangladesh’s new govt at ILO session
08:07 AM, 31 Mar 2026 TuesdayThe newly-formed government of Bangladesh has received congratulations and full support from 47 countries during discussions on Bangladesh at the 356th Governing Body session of the International Labour Organization (ILO) in Geneva.
Tag officers appointed at 22 filling stations in Gaibandha
09:30 PM, 30 Mar 2026 MondayThe district administration in Gaibandha has appointed tag officers at 22 filling stations to ensure transparency in fuel sales and prevent illegal activities such as smuggling and unauthorised distribution.
Gunmen kill 20 in nighttime attack in Nigeria
08:37 PM, 30 Mar 2026 MondayA night attack on a community in Nigeria ’s north-central region left at least 20 people dead, residents and authorities said.
Spain closes airspace to US planes involved in war on Iran
07:55 PM, 30 Mar 2026 MondaySpain has closed its airspace to planes of the United States involved in the US-Israel war on Iran, the latest step in the country’s opposition to the conflict.
No fuel shortage in Bangladesh, energy minister tells JS
07:29 PM, 30 Mar 2026 MondayPower, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Iqbal Hasan Mahmud Tuku has stated that Bangladesh is not facing any shortage of fuel, assuring that the country’s fuel supply remains stable.
Dhaka seeks US sanctions waiver to import 6 lakh tonnes of Russian oil
06:09 PM, 30 Mar 2026 MondayBangladesh has formally requested the United States to relax sanctions restrictions, seeking permission to import 6,00,000 tonnes of fuel oil from Russia to address persistent domestic energy shortages.
Govt considers ‘fuel pass’ system to streamline petrol, octane sales
06:08 PM, 30 Mar 2026 MondayThe 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 MondayA 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 MondayTension 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 MondayThe 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 MondayA 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 MondayHome 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.