Some buses raise fare Tk 10 to 15, warn passengers, ‘fares higher today’

With fuel prices rising, some buses in Dhaka have started charging an additional Tk 5 even before the government has published a new fare chart.

Standard Chartered Bank wants to wind down its retail and card business in Bangladesh

BRAC Bank and City Bank, two of the country’s leading banks, have expressed interest in acquiring the business of the 173-year-old Standard Chartered Bank

Analysis Business costs set to rise at an uncomfortable time

As electricity supply in the country is still not completely uninterrupted, some industrial units have to use diesel-powered generators as an alternative.

PM joins opening of 81st UNGA session

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today attended the opening segment of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) at the UN Headquarters

Opinion Fuel price hike: Who will bear the burden

Khan family member sentenced by court for the first time in Tangail

AKM Ahsan Ullah's column UNGA 81st session: A rare diplomatic opportunity for Bangladesh

World leaders travel to New York, deliver speeches, hold bilateral meetings, pass some resolutions, and make many promises.

Asad Alam Siam set to be Bangladesh’s high commissioner to New Delhi

India’s Ministry of External Affairs informed Dhaka of its consent today, Tuesday. Diplomatic sources in Dhaka and New Delhi confirmed the information.

Mother gang-raped holding son hostage in Mymensingh, main accused’s home vandalised

The woman was allegedly gang-raped on Thursday night. The following night, Friday, she filed a case with Gafargaon police station as the complainant.

Buying Airbus aircraft important for advancing Bangladesh's relations with Europe: French ambassador

Messi reveals special jersey for final Argentina match

CUET paralysed by ‘shutdown’ as teachers, students seek explanation for VC’s removal

Chhatra Dal leader expelled after 'posting apology to those he sought votes for sheaf of paddy'

Public transport Bus fares increased by 17 paisa per km

‘Complete shutdown’ at CUET over VC replacement, main gate locked

Bangladeshi patients in distress as authorities tighten restrictions on Kolkata hotels, guest houses

“Govt cannot be plunged into crisis by detonating a few crude bombs or alighting buses”

PM Tarique Rahman to present Bangladesh's vision, people's aspirations at UNGA

Primary and secondary education: Major changes in textbooks from 2027

Jamaat moves for alternative candidate for Gazi Nazrul’s Satkhira seat

Passengers jostle to board a bus. Those who managed to get on got into arguments with fare collectors over higher fare. Photo taken in Farmgate area of Dhaka on 22 September 2026.Prothom Alo

Some buses raise fare Tk 10 to 15, warn passengers, ‘fares higher today’

With fuel prices rising, some buses in Dhaka have started charging an additional Tk 5 even before the government has published a new fare chart.

Standard Chartered Bank wants to wind down its retail and card business in Bangladesh

Analysis Business costs set to rise at an uncomfortable time

PM joins opening of 81st UNGA session

Opinion Fuel price hike: Who will bear the burden

It may be necessary to reduce some of the government’s financial pressure, but it is equally important to consider who bears the cost of reducing

Khan family member sentenced by court for the first time in Tangail

For nearly four decades, the 'Khan Family' of Tangail has been in the spotlight due to allegations of murder, extortion, and arms dealing.

AKM Ahsan Ullah's column UNGA 81st session: A rare diplomatic opportunity for Bangladesh

Asad Alam Siam set to be Bangladesh’s high commissioner to New Delhi

Mother gang-raped holding son hostage in Mymensingh, main accused’s home vandalised

Buying Airbus aircraft important for advancing Bangladesh's relations with Europe: French ambassador

Messi reveals special jersey for final Argentina match

CUET paralysed by ‘shutdown’ as teachers, students seek explanation for VC’s removal

Chhatra Dal leader expelled after 'posting apology to those he sought votes for sheaf of paddy'

The Chhatra Dal leader said, "If I am expelled for speaking on behalf of the people of the country, I believe I have done nothing

Public transport Bus fares increased by 17 paisa per km

Bus fares increased following the fuel price hikes. A decision was taken to raise fares by 17 paisa per kilometre for long-distance ruotes and city

‘Complete shutdown’ at CUET over VC replacement, main gate locked

Students have locked the main gate of Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology (CUET) in protest against the decision to replace the vice-chancellor.

Bangladeshi patients in distress as authorities tighten restrictions on Kolkata hotels, guest houses

“Govt cannot be plunged into crisis by detonating a few crude bombs or alighting buses”

PM Tarique Rahman to present Bangladesh's vision, people's aspirations at UNGA

Primary and secondary education: Major changes in textbooks from 2027

Jamaat moves for alternative candidate for Gazi Nazrul’s Satkhira seat

Standard Chartered Bank wants to wind down its retail and card business in Bangladesh

BRAC Bank and City Bank, two of the country’s leading banks, have expressed interest in acquiring the business of the 173-year-old Standard Chartered Bank

Analysis Business costs set to rise at an uncomfortable time

As electricity supply in the country is still not completely uninterrupted, some industrial units have to use diesel-powered generators as an alternative.

PM joins opening of 81st UNGA session

Bangladeshi patients in distress as authorities tighten restrictions on Kolkata hotels, guest houses

“Govt cannot be plunged into crisis by detonating a few crude bombs or alighting buses”

PM Tarique Rahman to present Bangladesh's vision, people's aspirations at UNGA

Primary and secondary education: Major changes in textbooks from 2027

Jamaat moves for alternative candidate for Gazi Nazrul’s Satkhira seat

Passengers jostle to board a bus. Those who managed to get on got into arguments with fare collectors over higher fare. Photo taken in Farmgate area of Dhaka on 22 September 2026.Prothom Alo

Some buses raise fare Tk 10 to 15, warn passengers, ‘fares higher today’

With fuel prices rising, some buses in Dhaka have started charging an additional Tk 5 even before the government has published a new fare chart.

Opinion Fuel price hike: Who will bear the burden

It may be necessary to reduce some of the government’s financial pressure, but it is equally important to consider who bears the cost of reducing

Khan family member sentenced by court for the first time in Tangail

For nearly four decades, the 'Khan Family' of Tangail has been in the spotlight due to allegations of murder, extortion, and arms dealing.

Buying Airbus aircraft important for advancing Bangladesh's relations with Europe: French ambassador

Messi reveals special jersey for final Argentina match

CUET paralysed by ‘shutdown’ as teachers, students seek explanation for VC’s removal

Chhatra Dal leader expelled after 'posting apology to those he sought votes for sheaf of paddy'

The Chhatra Dal leader said, "If I am expelled for speaking on behalf of the people of the country, I believe I have done nothing

Public transport Bus fares increased by 17 paisa per km

Bus fares increased following the fuel price hikes. A decision was taken to raise fares by 17 paisa per kilometre for long-distance ruotes and city

‘Complete shutdown’ at CUET over VC replacement, main gate locked

Students have locked the main gate of Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology (CUET) in protest against the decision to replace the vice-chancellor.

AKM Ahsan Ullah's column UNGA 81st session: A rare diplomatic opportunity for Bangladesh

World leaders travel to New York, deliver speeches, hold bilateral meetings, pass some resolutions, and make many promises.

Asad Alam Siam set to be Bangladesh’s high commissioner to New Delhi

India’s Ministry of External Affairs informed Dhaka of its consent today, Tuesday. Diplomatic sources in Dhaka and New Delhi confirmed the information.

Mother gang-raped holding son hostage in Mymensingh, main accused’s home vandalised

The woman was allegedly gang-raped on Thursday night. The following night, Friday, she filed a case with Gafargaon police station as the complainant.