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Jamuna river erosion threatens 9 villages
12:58 PM, 16 May 2025 FridayNine villages across three unions of Shahjadpur upazila in Sirajganj are on the verge of being washed away due to the continuous erosion by the Jamuna River. A significant portion of these villages—including croplands, homes, mosques, madrasas, and educational institutions—has already been engulfed by the river.
JnU students continue sit-in protest for 3rd consecutive day
12:27 PM, 16 May 2025 FridayFor the third consecutive day, students and teachers of Jagannath University (JnU) continued their sit-in protest on Friday (May 16), demanding the fulfillment of a three-point charter of demands.
Pakistan says ceasefire with India extended until May 18
10:53 AM, 16 May 2025 FridayPakistan Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) Ishaq Dar on Thursday confirmed that the ceasefire with India has been extended until May 18.
17 arrest warrants issued over Bangkok skyscraper collapse
10:15 AM, 16 May 2025 FridayA Thai court issued arrest warrants on Thursday for 17 people over the collapse of a Bangkok skyscraper that fell in a major earthquake, killing dozens of workers.
Barcelona clinch La Liga title with 2-0 win over Espanyol
10:03 AM, 16 May 2025 FridayA stunning Lamine Yamal strike helped crown Barcelona La Liga champions with a 2-0 win at local rivals Espanyol on Thursday, with victory ensuring Real Madrid cannot catch them at the top of the table.
Suspected mugger killed in mob beating in Mohammadpur
09:06 AM, 16 May 2025 FridayA young man named Rakib Hossain (21) was killed in a mob beating after being suspected of mugging in the City Housing area of Mohammadpur, Dhaka. His alleged accomplice, Milon Hossain (38), was injured in the incident.
Israeli strikes kill over 140 Palestinians in Gaza
08:51 AM, 16 May 2025 FridayAt least 143 Palestinians have been killed in a fresh wave of Israeli attacks across the Gaza Strip since dawn on Thursday, according to medical sources. The escalation coincided with the 77th anniversary of Nakba Day, which commemorates the mass displacement of Palestinians during the 1948 creation of the state of Israel.
Israeli strike shuts Gaza’s last cancer hospital: WHO
08:31 AM, 16 May 2025 FridayThe World Health Organization said Thursday that the last hospital in Gaza providing cancer and cardiac care had stopped functioning after an Israeli attack.
Real agree to pay Huijsen's £50m release clause
10:05 PM, 15 May 2025 ThursdayReal Madrid are set to sign Bournemouth centre-back Dean Huijsen after agreeing to pay the defender's £50m release clause...
Bangladesh considers pushback as India increases push-ins
10:04 PM, 15 May 2025 ThursdayBangladesh has raised serious concerns over a recent surge in "push-ins" from India, where individuals –including Bangladeshi nationals, Rohingyas, and others – are being forcibly sent across the border without formal procedures.
Predictable tax policy, rate a must for attracting investment
09:29 PM, 15 May 2025 ThursdayTo attract new investment and rebuild investor confidence, the government must introduce a predictable tax policy and maintain a stable corporate tax rate in the upcoming budget for the fiscal year 2025–26...
Govt bans planting, sale of Eucalyptus, Acacia
09:06 PM, 15 May 2025 ThursdayIn a move aimed at protecting the environment, natural habitats, and biodiversity, the government has officially banned the planting, harvesting, and sale of eucalyptus and acacia tree seedlings...
Govt nods Tigers’ tour of Pakistan
08:51 PM, 15 May 2025 ThursdayThe Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has received government approval to proceed with the national team’s five-match T20I series in Pakistan, scheduled to commence later this month...
US, Iran 'sort of' agree on nuclear deal, claims Trump
08:18 PM, 15 May 2025 ThursdayPresident Donald Trump said Thursday that the United States and Iran have "sort of" agreed to terms on a nuclear deal, offering a measure of confidence that an accord is coming into sharper focus.
Sabina, Monika lead Bangladeshi blitz in Bhutan with 28-0 thrashing
08:09 PM, 15 May 2025 ThursdayThe Bhutan Women’s National League turned into a stage for Bangladeshi brilliance this week as Paro FC, powered by a quartet of rising stars from Bangladesh, delivered a record-breaking 28-0 demolition of Samaste Women’s Club—a result that has sent shockwaves across the region’s football circles.
DMP bans gatherings in CJ's residence, Judges Complex
07:22 PM, 15 May 2025 ThursdayAmid severe traffic congestion and immense sufferings to people due to protests blocking roads in Dhaka for last two days, Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has imposed a ban on all kinds of meeting, rally, and procession in nine places, including the residence of Chief Justice, until further notice...
India now disputes Trump’s zero tariff claim
07:13 PM, 15 May 2025 ThursdayIndia has firmly dismissed US President Donald Trump’s assertion that it offered to eliminate all tariffs on American goods, clarifying that trade negotiations remain unresolved.
Pakistan too offers US zero tariff
06:54 PM, 15 May 2025 ThursdayIn a significant diplomatic and economic move, Pakistan has offered the United States a zero-tariff bilateral trade agreement, aimed at boosting trade across multiple sectors, government sources confirmed.
Malaysia reopens labour market for Bangladeshis, 7,926 to go in 1st phase
06:41 PM, 15 May 2025 ThursdayAfter a year-long closure, Malaysia has reopened its labour market to Bangladeshi workers, with 7,926 set to join in the first phase, announced Expatriates Welfare and Overseas Employment Adviser Asif Nazrul.
First pickings: Rajshahi mango markets welcome season
06:13 PM, 15 May 2025 ThursdayThe vibrant mango season has begun officially in Rajshahi, with local markets welcoming the first harvests of indigenous varieties on Thursday morning. Following directives from the district administration, farmers are diligently picking the juicy fruits, echoing the traditions of past years.