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Telecom operators seek priority fuel supply to avoid disruptions

04:44 PM, 02 Apr 2026 Thursday

Mobile telecom operators have urged the government to ensure priority fuel supply and stable electricity for telecom infrastructure, warning that prolonged shortages could disrupt nationwide connectivity and affect the digital economy.

South Africa batter Rassie van der Dussen retires from int'l cricket

04:03 PM, 02 Apr 2026 Thursday

South Africa top-order batter Rassie van der Dussen has announced his retirement from international cricket.

LPG cylinder price hiked by Tk 387, 12 kg now Tk 1,728

03:36 PM, 02 Apr 2026 Thursday

The Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (BERC) has increased the retail price of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) for consumers.

No US response yet on Dhaka’s sanction waiver plea to buy Russian fuel

03:15 PM, 02 Apr 2026 Thursday

Bangladesh is still waiting for a response from the United States after formally seeking permission to import fuel oil from Russia, officials said on Thursday.

Jamaat, allies to rally in Dhaka Saturday over July Charter implementation

03:01 PM, 02 Apr 2026 Thursday

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami and 11 like-minded parties have announced a protest rally and procession in the capital on Saturday, demanding implementation of the July Charter.

Hindu leaders meet PM, want 3-day Durga Puja holiday

02:50 PM, 02 Apr 2026 Thursday

Leaders of the Bangladesh Puja Udjapan Parishad have urged the Prime Minister to declare at least three days of public holiday for Durga Puja, alongside a series of other demands concerning the rights and welfare of the Hindu community.

Fuel stocks sufficient, April fully secure: Energy Ministry

02:32 PM, 02 Apr 2026 Thursday

Fuel oil stocks are sufficient, and oil-carrying vessels are arriving as planned, ensuring that the entire month of April remains secure.

Asif Mahmud leads NCP delegation to Charmonai gathering

02:04 PM, 02 Apr 2026 Thursday

A delegation of the National Citizen Party (NCP), led by its spokesperson Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuyain, has arrived in Charmonai, Barishal, to attend a religious gathering (mahfil). He reached the Charmonai Darbar on Thursday morning (April 2).

Shahidul slams ‘man-only’ Shibir event on July Charter

01:38 PM, 02 Apr 2026 Thursday

Acclaimed photographer and activist Shahidul Alam has criticised a seminar organised by Islami Chhatra Shibir for having no female representation among its speakers or audience, raising concerns over inclusivity in discussions on national issues.

Shop owners decide 8 pm closure to conserve electricity, fuel

01:02 PM, 02 Apr 2026 Thursday

In response to global instability caused by the ongoing war in the Middle East, the Bangladesh Shop Owners’ Association has decided that all shops, commercial outlets, and shopping malls across the country will close by 8:00 pm to conserve electricity and fuel.

Jamaat criticises govt’s decision to conduct online classes

12:50 PM, 02 Apr 2026 Thursday

Mia Golam Parwar, Secretary General of Jamaat-e-Islami, has expressed strong criticism of the government’s decision to hold online classes three days a week in all schools and colleges across the country. He conveyed his protest in a statement on Thursday, April 2.

Iran fires fresh missile barrage at Israel as Trump claims war nearing end

12:22 PM, 02 Apr 2026 Thursday

Iran launched a new wave of missile attacks on Israel, intensifying the conflict just hours after US President Donald Trump claimed that Washington is close to achieving its war objectives and has effectively “destroyed” Iran’s military capabilities.