Metro rail extension to Kamalapur 85pc complete, service set to begin in July

Under the revised schedule, trial runs from Motijheel to Kamalapur are expected to begin in February. Commercial services carrying passengers could start in early July.

HSC results to be published on 29 October, details on 26 October

The results of the HSC and equivalent examinations for 2026 will be published on 29 October.

TOP SHOTS (26 October 2026)

Winter vegetables, cabbages, have been cultivated over vast lands. Farmers are busy tending to them. Bakchi, Rangpur, 26 October.

Death penalty in Saudi Arabia: What does the law say, and what happens in court?

For many years, Saudi Arabia has been one of the countries carrying out the highest number of executions in the world.

4 new textbooks approved, to be introduced next academic year

Investigation Journalist murdered in Netrokona: Alif was targeted by criminals while investigating border crime

Opinion Bangladesh's cyber security challenge: Do we know what is exposed?

As Bangladesh's digital transformation continues, keeping track of what's visible from outside can strengthen the work already being done by institutions, regulators, practitioners and researchers

Hamid Mir's analysis How 'Maulana Diesel' became a last hope of Imran Khan

Imran Khan knows that only the Maulana, the second most popular leader in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, can bring people onto the streets against the current government.

Canada-EU summit seeks deepened alliance as US ties fray

Leaders at the two-day Montreal meeting will try to hammer out specifics for closer ties in areas including defense, artificial intelligence and critical minerals.

Opinion Economy trapped in investment stagnation

Prime Minister arrives in Tokyo on 4-day official visit

Little interest in offshore gas exploration, new initiative taken

What to know about Israel's electoral system

Education statistics Women constitute 63pc of medical students

Photo story Fishing: 10 photos capturing a passion and a profession

Madrasah head accused of kidnapping student after she rejects his romantic proposal

5 penalties for failing to file income tax return; includes disconnection of gas, electricity

Bangladesh retains top denim exporter to Europe; China, India, Vietnam are also ahead

Brazil's Lula defies odds to clinch poll victory against Bolsonaro

2 Bangladeshis executed in Saudi: Parliamentary committee questions consulate’s lapses

Rail tracks are being laid on the elevated structure between Motijheel metro station and Kamalapur. The photo was taken on 20 October 2026.Collected

Metro rail extension to Kamalapur 85pc complete, service set to begin in July

Under the revised schedule, trial runs from Motijheel to Kamalapur are expected to begin in February. Commercial services carrying passengers could start in early July.

HSC results to be published on 29 October, details on 26 October

TOP SHOTS (26 October 2026)

Death penalty in Saudi Arabia: What does the law say, and what happens in court?

4 new textbooks approved, to be introduced next academic year

The National Curriculum Coordination Committee (NCCC) approved the four books at separate meetings held on Sunday at the International Mother Language Institute in Segun bagicha.

Investigation Journalist murdered in Netrokona: Alif was targeted by criminals while investigating border crime

Khadija said she lifted Alif’s head onto her lap and checked for a heartbeat. Having studied nursing, she understood that her husband was dead.

Opinion Bangladesh's cyber security challenge: Do we know what is exposed?

Hamid Mir's analysis How 'Maulana Diesel' became a last hope of Imran Khan

Canada-EU summit seeks deepened alliance as US ties fray

Opinion Economy trapped in investment stagnation

Prime Minister arrives in Tokyo on 4-day official visit

Little interest in offshore gas exploration, new initiative taken

What to know about Israel's electoral system

Israel's general election on 27 October will determine whether the country's longest-serving prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, will remain in power.

Education statistics Women constitute 63pc of medical students

Women now make up nearly 63pc of students in Bangladesh’s public and private medical colleges, about 61pc in dental colleges, and around 90pc in nursing

Photo story Fishing: 10 photos capturing a passion and a profession

Fishing is a profession for some and a hobby for others. From children to the elderly, people of all ages enjoy the thrill of fishing.

Madrasah head accused of kidnapping student after she rejects his romantic proposal

5 penalties for failing to file income tax return; includes disconnection of gas, electricity

Bangladesh retains top denim exporter to Europe; China, India, Vietnam are also ahead

Brazil's Lula defies odds to clinch poll victory against Bolsonaro

2 Bangladeshis executed in Saudi: Parliamentary committee questions consulate’s lapses

HSC results to be published on 29 October, details on 26 October

The results of the HSC and equivalent examinations for 2026 will be published on 29 October.

TOP SHOTS (26 October 2026)

Winter vegetables, cabbages, have been cultivated over vast lands. Farmers are busy tending to them. Bakchi, Rangpur, 26 October.

Death penalty in Saudi Arabia: What does the law say, and what happens in court?

Madrasah head accused of kidnapping student after she rejects his romantic proposal

5 penalties for failing to file income tax return; includes disconnection of gas, electricity

Bangladesh retains top denim exporter to Europe; China, India, Vietnam are also ahead

Brazil's Lula defies odds to clinch poll victory against Bolsonaro

2 Bangladeshis executed in Saudi: Parliamentary committee questions consulate’s lapses

Rail tracks are being laid on the elevated structure between Motijheel metro station and Kamalapur. The photo was taken on 20 October 2026.Collected

Metro rail extension to Kamalapur 85pc complete, service set to begin in July

Under the revised schedule, trial runs from Motijheel to Kamalapur are expected to begin in February. Commercial services carrying passengers could start in early July.

4 new textbooks approved, to be introduced next academic year

The National Curriculum Coordination Committee (NCCC) approved the four books at separate meetings held on Sunday at the International Mother Language Institute in Segun bagicha.

Investigation Journalist murdered in Netrokona: Alif was targeted by criminals while investigating border crime

Khadija said she lifted Alif’s head onto her lap and checked for a heartbeat. Having studied nursing, she understood that her husband was dead.

Opinion Economy trapped in investment stagnation

Prime Minister arrives in Tokyo on 4-day official visit

Little interest in offshore gas exploration, new initiative taken

What to know about Israel's electoral system

Israel's general election on 27 October will determine whether the country's longest-serving prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, will remain in power.

Education statistics Women constitute 63pc of medical students

Women now make up nearly 63pc of students in Bangladesh’s public and private medical colleges, about 61pc in dental colleges, and around 90pc in nursing

Photo story Fishing: 10 photos capturing a passion and a profession

Fishing is a profession for some and a hobby for others. From children to the elderly, people of all ages enjoy the thrill of fishing.

Opinion Bangladesh's cyber security challenge: Do we know what is exposed?

As Bangladesh's digital transformation continues, keeping track of what's visible from outside can strengthen the work already being done by institutions, regulators, practitioners and researchers

Hamid Mir's analysis How 'Maulana Diesel' became a last hope of Imran Khan

Imran Khan knows that only the Maulana, the second most popular leader in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, can bring people onto the streets against the current government.

Canada-EU summit seeks deepened alliance as US ties fray

Leaders at the two-day Montreal meeting will try to hammer out specifics for closer ties in areas including defense, artificial intelligence and critical minerals.