https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/9iw0rerwn5 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-13/gzpevaqn/Speaker-with-Verma.avif Outgoing Indian High Commissioner Pranay Verma paid a courtesy visit to the Speaker. The meeting took place today, Monday, at the Speaker's office in the National Parliament. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-13/g1hp5zge/Hafiz-witrh-Pranay.avif Outgoing Indian High Commissioner Pranay Verma paid a courtesy visit to the Speaker. The meeting took place today, Monday, at the Speaker's office in the National Parliament. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-13T10:13:03.903Z Pranay Verma meets Speaker, emphasizes strengthening relations Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmad https://en.prothomalo.com/business/local/90gwbn26kz https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-13/ouprm5iw/AI25AVYTSVJ2PNTIHP2EY56AMY.jpg A view shows oil pump jacks outside Almetyevsk in the Republic of Tatarstan, Russia on 4 June 2023. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-13T10:03:35.417Z Oil climbs above $102 as US plans Hormuz blockade Oil Price, Strait of Hormuz, Israel-US attack on Iran, Global Economy, Iran-Israel Ceasefire https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/nsarb4r7ln https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-13/hvxrpcrk/prothomalo-bangla2025-12-106s3uibl2WhatsApp-Image-2025-12-10-at-11.09.23.avif National Human Rights Commission Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-13T09:02:55.727Z Human Rights Commission ‘automatically’ dissolved, outgoing commissioners write open letter National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Human rights, Ordinance, Interim Government, BNP Government https://en.prothomalo.com/international/1qobrptkls https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-13/vz5wuhd2/475221-01-02.jpg A Pakistani Ranger walks past a billboard for the US-Iran peace talks in Islamabad on April 12, 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-13T08:57:40.296Z Iran, US 'sincere' about ceasefire: Turkey foreign minister Turkey, Iran-Israel Ceasefire , USA, Pakistan https://en.prothomalo.com/youth/pjweb2u7lm https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-13/fzgby8uy/youth-conclave.JPG The Youth Conclave 2026, held at the Bangladesh Military Museum, brought together young leaders, policymakers and civil society Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-13T08:24:40.403Z Youth Conclave 2026 highlights youth engagement, 6 organisations awarded Youth, Award, Equality https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/cricket/6fk8ufg030 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-13/12c5504j/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-12i8a4htvtX-BCB-Board-President-Aminul-Islam-BULBUL2.avif Aminul Islam during an interview at the Pan Pacific Sonargaon Dhaka. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-13/8e9p5mje/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-1299wkxvpnBCB04104.avif Upon returning to the BCB after visiting the ground in Purbachal, Aminul learned that the board had been dissolved. The photo was taken when Aminul was speaking to journalists after inspecting the ground in Purbachal. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-13/xv0um6br/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-12l671hhtrBCB-President-interacts-with-cricketers-at-Mirpur-ground-then-takes-pictures-3.avif Aminul Islam is engaged in discussion with the players. At the time, he was the president of the BCB. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-13/bdbqyzaj/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-12kn70bx6xXBCBBoardPresidentAminulIslamBULBUL12.avif Aminul Islam during an interview at the Pan Pacific Sonargaon Dhaka. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-13/4i595s4h/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-12sgameokeBCB-President-Aminul-Islam-at-the-board-meeting-13.avif Aminu Islam at a meeting of the cricket board. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-13/jkv1g1mj/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-128qn3xuwlA21I8926.avif Aminul Islam during an interview at the Pan Pacific Sonargaon Dhaka. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-13/g07i70jp/prothomalo-bangla2025-09-123rvct7y6New-BCB-president-Bulbul-at-press-conference-14.avif Aminul feels a sense of regret at not being able to complete his work as BCB president. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-13/ft693ybz/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-12kq8v8vhoA21I8938.avif Aminul does not consider the current BCB committee to be legitimate. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-13/756ru0mm/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-12ttcraoinA21I8955.avif Aminul Islam https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-13/7d1sf9k3/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-05qcrfp3j3BCB-President-Aminul-Islam-at-the-board-meeting-18.avif Aminul spoke at length about his time as BCB president. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-13T08:09:31.320Z 'I never thought a board could be dissolved so nakedly' Aminul Islam Bulbul, Interview, BCB, Bangladesh Cricket https://en.prothomalo.com/entertainment/music/yvc4m9e96u https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-13/xtcwkv4r/sabina.avif Bangladesh's renowned singer Sabina Yasmin writes about Asha Bhosle https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-13/vg7qee6v/sabina-1.avif Sabina Yasmin Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-13T07:35:45.941Z Asha ji smilingly said rice, fish and rosogolla were here favourites Asha Bhosle, Sabina Yasmin, Music, Tribute https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/local-news/x0hhbu6794 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-13/0etcg55j/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-12p4dnvq62Kushtia2jpeg.avif More than fifty police personnel were deployed at the shrine. The photo was taken in Philipnagar village of Daulatpur, Kushtia on 12 April 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-13/7ozzt2so/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-12er3anfeeKushtia.avif This shrine was attacked and set on fire. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-13T06:58:15.000Z Old video spread from 7 IDs before mob attack on shrine Mob Beating, Killing, Arson, Kushtia, Facebook, Video https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/vafog6s1cw https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-13/xe66gll7/d1dba4d9501561P20mr.jpg At a press conference held on 13 April, 2026 Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed, Law Minister Asaduzzaman, and Chief Whip of the Jatiya Sangsad Nurul Islam outlined the government’s position. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-13T06:36:43.835Z Govt to introduce new bills for enforced disappearances and other lapsed ordinances Enforced Disappearance, Ordinance, 13th Parliament, Amendment https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/politics/qfwdlsqe43 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-13/ma25kd9o/ncpo.avif Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuyain, party spokesperson, for Dhaka South; Ariful Islam Adeeb, senior joint convener, for Dhaka North, Tarikul Islam for Cumilla; Md Mobashwer Ali for Rajshahi; and Abdur Rahman Afzal for Sylhet. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-13T04:11:22.154Z What’s behind NCP’s early announcement of candidates for city elections National Citizen Party - NCP, NCP Candidate, Mayor Election https://en.prothomalo.com/international/wl9zsx3h0h https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-03-14/vv0le9eg/TT-trade.avif US President Donald Trump Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-13T03:20:42.980Z Trump orders blockade of Hormuz strait after Iran talks fail Donald Trump, Strait of Hormuz, Blockade, Talks, Iran https://en.prothomalo.com/international/wp6mu9l37v https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-13/mhgdxdoo/480916-01-02.jpg US President Donald Trump returns to White House on 12 April 2026 Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-13T03:15:40.513Z Trump says doesn't care if Iran comes back to talks Donald Trump, Iran-Israel Conflict, Pakistan https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/interview/432qlya0lq https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/1plq78d6/Chowdhury-Saima-Ferdous.avif Chowdhury Saima Ferdous https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/ytpp95na/Chowdhury-Saima-Ferdous-1.avif Professor Chowdhury Saima Ferdous https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/wevvvzws/Chowdhury-Saima-Ferdous-2.avif Professor Chowdhury Saima Ferdous Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-13T02:49:16.826Z Keeping women active in politics is not an act of charity July Mass Uprising , Women empowerment, Women, Gender Equality, Politics, Reform https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/w1j2tf4klw https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2023-05/5ba663c8-b6af-45c0-9e4c-dffddaddaec1/Sajjad_Sharif_Press_Freedom.JPG Journalism is not a race. It is a discipline built on verification, restraint, and responsibility https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/k2jdi4pi/Reuters.png Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-13T02:49:00.275Z Truth before speed: What Serajul Islam Quadir's "Reuters'er Dingulo" teaches us about journalism Book Review, Journalism, Reuters https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/7z52cjg8f2 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-02-02/79maxwct/prothomalo-bangla2020-09be44bac2-94ed-4d11-9da7-7fdad25c4b81IMG8327.avif Women workers work at a readymade garments factory in Bangladesh. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-13T02:48:09.027Z 3 unions can be formed in a factory Labour Law, Trade https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/a8f11ns0wz https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/97kjqjf4/Kohinoor-Mia.avif Widely discussed police official Kohinoor Mia Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T16:15:46.508Z Widely discussed police officer Kohinoor Mia granted retrospective promotion Bangladesh Police, BNP Government, Home Ministry https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/crime-and-law/tbu23w8c17 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/r6f0ehzi/Mob-violence.avif Pir Shamim Reza, also known as Jahangir, was murdered in this shrine in Daulatpur, Kushtia. Currently, police have been deployed there. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2022-08/f343939f-0d41-48fa-8315-1bca57415f45/am.webp Anu Muhammad https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/7sov92rz/Rezaur-Rahman-1.avif Rezaul Karim Shohag Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T15:24:07.399Z 'Mob violence reemerges as perpetrators not brought to justice' Mob Justice, Chaos, Anarchy https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/cricket/5o6z8zzsfx https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/8cs2jekf/Aminul-Islam-Bulbul.avif Former President of Bangladesh Cricket Board, Aminul Islam Bulbul Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T14:47:52.626Z 2 ‘influential countries’ block Aminul’s job with veto Bangladesh Cricket, Aminul Islam Bulbul, BCB, ACC, ICC https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/94uz54704b https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/7509clxs/shirin.avif Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury at court in Dhaka last Tuesday Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T13:25:46.305Z Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury released on bail from Kashimpur jail Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury, Jail, Bail, Kashimpur High Security Central Jail, Kashmir https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/0zji5irloc https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/import/media/2017/08/05/0f555af237d9500a9091e5976f0f8369-Shafique-Ahmed.jpg Former law minister Shafique Ahmed Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T12:47:54.489Z Former law minister Shafique Ahmed passes away Obituary, Law Minister https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/orykmscvjj https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/d1ky772l/BFF-President-Tabith-Awal-during-Bff-Meet-The-Press-session1.avif BFF President Tabith Awal at a BFF Meet the Press session https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/j6s8fasm/Tabith_Awal.avif Tabith Awal was elected BFF President on 26 October 2024 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/jqve2ugx/Mirajuls-shot-on-goal-against-MSC1.avif Only 11 matches have been held in the Bangladesh Football League that started over 6 months ago Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T12:30:12.430Z Bangladesh football: District level games neglected even in the Tabith era Tabith Awal, BFF, Bangladesh https://en.prothomalo.com/entertainment/music/d8j5zde442 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/fsbduez0/runa.avif Runa Laila with Asha Bhosle at the latter's home. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/how3uj8r/runa-asha.avif Runa Laila with Asha Bhosle Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T12:25:23.076Z Runa Laila bursts into tears upon hearing of Asha Bhosle's death Asha Bhosle, Runa Laila, Music https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/op-ed/bnems7x5zj https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/8n4ds5sc/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-12-at-16.38.59.jpeg Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T11:52:50.234Z What causes crisis over constitutional reform Constitution, Reform, BNP Government https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/local-news/i48lfb0z0m https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/02ah1zkx/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-12podpl4tfWhatsApp-Image-2026-04-12-at-15.49.53.avif In Lakshmipur, allegations of assaulting women have been raised against Aftab Uddin, a former leader of Islami Chhatra Shibir, Aftab Uddin (wearing a white T-shirt). https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/ojs8qm03/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-12acvxhtv8WhatsAppImage20260412at155252.avif Accused Aftab Uddin after being arrested by the police. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T11:50:24.300Z ‘Mayoral candidate’ seen beating several women Beating, Women, Assault, Lakshmipur, Crime https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/wbd8zxvacd https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/dp85ihdq/asad.avif Law minister Md Asaduzzaman addresses a press briefing at parliament. 12 April Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T11:48:54.560Z Law Minister urges against spreading confusion about ordinances that haven't been raised Law Minister, Ordinance, 13th Parliament https://en.prothomalo.com/corporate/local/2rx5crwles https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/y602e4s5/Picture-2-1.jpg On 14 April, during the Pohela Boishakh festivities, Tahsan Rahman Khan will appear as a “One-Day Shop Manager” at the vivo brand store at Jamuna Future Park Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T11:33:08.224Z Great opportunity to meet-and-greet Tahsan this boishakh Vivo, Tahsan Rahman Khan, Pohela Boishakh https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/cricket/sqv4thto4s https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/59xvanya/BCB-New-president-Amnul-Islam-Bulbul-at-Home-of-cricket-1.avif Aminul Islam at BCB https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/ybrnuvd5/Aminul-Islam-Bulbul.avif Former BCB President Aminul Islam Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T11:22:23.753Z ‘It felt to me that the country had changed’, Aminul in interview Aminul Islam Bulbul, BCB, Bangladesh Cricket, Interview https://en.prothomalo.com/international/middle-east/ehdd3vqq2y https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/ql3bwlkd/Islamabad-Talks.jpg A Pakistani Ranger walks past a billboard for the US-Iran peace talks in Islamabad on 12 April 2026 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/urxcikyb/Bagher-Ghalibaf.jpg This handout photograph taken on 11 April 2026 and released by Pakistan's Prime Minister Office shows Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif (R) shaking hands with Iran's parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf during their meeting prior to the US-Iran peace talks in Islamabad https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/64yydmhh/474399-01-02.jpg Vice President JD Vance (R) speaks during a news conference after meeting with representatives from Pakistan and Iran, as US President Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner (L) and US Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff (C) watch, in Islamabad on 12 April 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T10:51:07.509Z US-Iran talks fail to find deal but Gulf truce holds for now Ceasefire, Iran, Israel-US attack on Iran, Pakistan, USA, Diplomacy, Middle East War https://en.prothomalo.com/international/f1bdwvt0qa https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/3diqohzg/Pope-Leo.jpg Pope Leo XIV addresses the crowd from the window of the apostolic palace overlooking St. Peter’s square during the Regina Caeli prayer in The Vatican on 12 April 2026 Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T10:45:13.818Z Pope says he is ‘closer than ever’ to Lebanese people USA, Israel-US attack on Iran, Politics, Pope https://en.prothomalo.com/lifestyle/travel/ixcy2ex2zn https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/d9ggpjnf/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-110rj2xdno591080351179102038382630705041841277197017706n.avif Various trekking routes in Nepal have now become a major attraction for travel enthusiasts in Bangladesh. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/po2j5luh/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-112l5bjrc965569180719318835508455085257353328024317963n.avif It is essential to have the ability to walk for 5-7 hours a day while trekking. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/d7khieg6/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-11nbfkmq3d656278301179245438322630702263508180583110381n.avif Weather in the mountains changes quickly. A sunny day can turn into snowfall or rain within moments. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/kkdhg821/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-11x6dtm8e065595047744461946289445367072076642846882438n.avif Trekking is not only a physical challenge but also a mental one. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T10:40:42.813Z Planning a Nepal trek? Here are 10 things to know first Travel, Nepal, Tourism , Tips https://en.prothomalo.com/photo/bangladesh/7ezi26kvmj https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/loyo452u/3-sunrise-kishoreganj-12042026-.jpg The sun peeks through the fronds of the coconut tree. Maizhkhapan, Kishoreganj, 12 April. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/76mla59u/1-heron-bogra-12042026.jpg An egret returns with a straw from a field to build its nest. Lafapara, Dupchanchia, Bogura, 12 April. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/7pmqty7t/2-shrike-bird-kishoreganj-12042026.jpg A long-tailed shrike perches on a branch. After catching prey, it impales it on thorns or sharp twigs and later tears it apart to eat—an unusual hunting habit that gives rise to its other name name, 'butcher bird'. Boulai, Kishoreganj, 12 April. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/343cbja8/3-sunrise-kishoreganj-12042026-.jpg The sun peeks through the fronds of the coconut tree. Maizhkhapan, Kishoreganj, 12 April. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/6qdqhbyf/4-brickfield-sirajganj-12042026.jpg Workers engage in brick-making under the scorching afternoon sun of Chaitra. Khiripota, Tarash, Sirajganj, 12 April. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/y9jnwoqi/5-baisakh-prepearation-saturia-manikganj-12042026.jpg Artisans prepare traditional festive sweets, including kadma and batasha, ahead of Pohela Boishakh. Bhatara Bonikpara, Saturia upazila, Manikganj, 12 April. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/4r647o0q/6-folk-song-sylhet-12042026.jpg Uragaan gathering features a competitive exchange of songs between two groups, each comprising several hundred performers. Sylhet, 12 April. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/66oiw51h/7-hawker-plastic-goods-bogura-12042026.jpg A vendor sets out on a bicycle to sell plastic ware in a village. Dhap Sultanganj Hat, Bogura, 12 April. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/51y55r94/8-irrigation-khulna-12042026.JPG A local man drains pond water to catch fish. Bil Pabla, Dumuria, Khulna, 12 April. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/h312yv7d/9-chicken-trader-khulna-12042026.JPG A man heads to the market with chickens arranged in a cage made of nets and bamboo strips on a cycle van. Bil Pabla, Khulna, 12 April. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/lzfw69ht/10-partridge-bogura-12042026-.jpg A flock of Guinea fowl pecks at food in a household courtyard. Lafapara, Bogura, 12 April. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T10:39:27.214Z TOP SHOTS (12 April 2026) TOP SHOTS, Nature, Photography https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/9ygr4orw3t https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/1uygzyow/PM-Tarique-Rahman.jpg Prime Minister Tarique Rahman addresses a Darbar for the military officials at the Dhaka Cantonment Auditorium on 12 April 2026 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/askfqb06/PM-Tarique-Rahman.jpg Prime Minister Tarique Rahman addresses a Darbar for the military officials at the Dhaka Cantonment Auditorium on 12 April 2026 Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T10:30:43.654Z PM urges armed forces to uphold sovereignty of country, dignity of constitution Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, Bangladesh Army, Armed Forces https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/l4n9y2j7sg https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/samzedmg/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-12bv1p0wxrnews.avif The government will provide Farmer Cards to all farmers across the country in three phases. Agriculture minister Mohammad Amin Ur Rashid announced this at a press conference held at the secretariat on 12 April 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T09:13:14.569Z Farmer's Cards to be given on the Bengali New Year with 10 key benefits Farmer Card, Agriculture , Pohela Boishakh, New Year, BNP Government https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/parliament/5sni01xnm0 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/7o0m4ntp/image-376948-1775979577.jpg Two newly elected Members of Parliament from Sherpur and Bogura take oath as members of the 13th Jatiya Sangsad in presence of prime minister Tarique Rahman on 12 April 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T08:33:59.997Z Two newly elected MPs take oath MP, Oath, Bogura, Sherpur, BNP https://en.prothomalo.com/international/middle-east/kupqjwd73n https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/px3a6gxb/351082-01-02.jpg Fifteen-year-old Samia stands with Palestinians as they gather, holding images of her father, Mohammed Wishah, a journalist for the Qatar-based broadcaster Al-Jazeera Mubasher who was killed in an Israeli attack in the Bureij Refugee Camp on 8 April, during a solidarity rally in Deir al Balah in the Gaza Strip on 11 April, 2026. The Israeli military said on 9 April, 2026, that an Al Jazeera journalist killed a day earlier in an Israeli strike in Gaza was a Hamas militant who had "operated under the guise of a journalist". Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T08:20:24.381Z Hamas to meet Egyptian mediators over alleged Gaza truce violations by Israel Egypt, Hamas, Palestine Crisis https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/wdllnntokj https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-07/kxkfzjnv/Shirin-1.avif Former Speaker Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury was taken to Dhaka Court today, Tuesday, following her arrest in an attempted murder case. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T08:04:27.089Z Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury granted bail in Lalbagh Police Station case Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury, Case, Bail https://en.prothomalo.com/entertainment/music/ok0uuha28u https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/jmu4hd2a/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-125xt07purScreenshot-2026-04-12-151402.avif Asha Bhosle https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/z2hyzqx8/prothomalo-bangla2023-0991b04385-9438-4839-958f-bdebe67c5de7ashabhosle1168765503116725266999762642587796838807885n.avif Asha Bhosle https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/bq546jcr/prothomalo-bangla2025-02-17iqvv18gj20220424188L.avif Asha Bhosle https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/mhsoh2bp/TKIBXSS6JZNJJADODZAUHLOWVY.avif Singer Asha Bhosle holds aloft a Dada Saheb Phalke award, a lifetime achievement during the 48th National Film Awards in New Delhi, 12 December, 2001. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T07:56:17.223Z Legendary singer Asha Bhosle passes away Asha Bhosle, Singer, Musician, Death https://en.prothomalo.com/corporate/local/dfdueq45vr https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/hl8q1k2r/DiplomatsVisit-MGI-Industrial-Economic-ZoneImage.jpg A delegation of diplomats from six countries recently visited the Meghna Industrial Economic Zone (MIEZ) in Sonargaon, Narayanganj to explore investment opportunities in Bangladesh. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T07:42:51.216Z Diplomats from 6 countries visit MGI Industrial Economic Zone Diplomats, Economic Zone, Investment, Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, Myanmar, Brunei, Industry https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/op-ed/b5ewdhyhy9 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-02-16/ivyc5g5c/election-2026.jpg Long queue of female voters in the 2026 parliamentary election Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T07:29:13.993Z How the 1971 Liberation War shaped Bangladesh’s 2026 election Election, Liberation War, BNP, Jamaat-e-Islami, Vote https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/tl629z1ke6 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/yw3ccg8c/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-12yqk3z9cnUntitled-2.avif Mehedi Hasan Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T07:27:50.486Z Teacher in Rangpur died while getting fuel in filling station Death, Teacher, Rangpur, Fuel https://en.prothomalo.com/youth/education/q47zgx5tl7 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/akpft6xv/prothomaloimportmedia20190915fbe6896bedf014bebee84de896a62d3b-5d7e208d72bcf.avif Viqarunnisa Noon School and College. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T06:57:16.267Z Viqarunnisa issues notice for online and offline classes Viqarunnisa Noon School, Online Education, Fuel Crisis, Education Ministry https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/5hc7vhxs0y https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/fj085k6j/Info.avif Smoke rises from the fire-scorched debris of the shrine in Philipnagar village of Philipnagar Union in Kushtia’s Daulatpur at 9:00am on Sunday. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T05:59:49.222Z Pir hacked to death in Kushtia: Smoke still rising from shrine Kushtia, Killing, Police, Mob Beating https://en.prothomalo.com/international/europe/dexe243016 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/oxknpf85/2PKLZKGJDBI6XPJKNLAF5COPEQ.avif Police officers detain a protester at 'Everyone Day', a mass vigil and sign-holding event in Trafalgar Square organised by Defend Our Juries to demand the lifting of the ban on Palestine Action, in London, Britain, 11 April, 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/dl68pr3z/NQE64XWO2NNRLA3LLRY4PU3SEY.avif Police officers detain a protester at 'Everyone Day', a mass vigil and sign-holding event in Trafalgar Square organised by Defend Our Juries to demand the lifting of the ban on Palestine Action, in London, Britain, 11 April, 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T05:04:03.021Z Police say over 500 arrested at pro-Palestinian rally in London UK, London, Protest, Arrest, Palestine https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/crime-and-law/8qi0l8n614 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/4jgl5d9a/hrss.avif Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T04:53:14.239Z 36 killed in political violence in three months Human rights, Human Rights Violation https://en.prothomalo.com/entertainment/music/m0p79mkcha https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/z2hyzqx8/prothomalo-bangla2023-0991b04385-9438-4839-958f-bdebe67c5de7ashabhosle1168765503116725266999762642587796838807885n.avif Asha Bhosle https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/bq546jcr/prothomalo-bangla2025-02-17iqvv18gj20220424188L.avif Asha Bhosle https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/6bf266oh/prothomalo-bangla2023-082126f28e-db5e-4595-b17e-cb0c97500cc62968520102.avif Asha Bhosle Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T04:31:08.890Z Music legend Asha Bhosle admitted to hospital, confirms granddaughter Asha Bhosle, Singer, Music, Musician, Health, Hospital https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/rqggo35q5e https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/aq6thutf/prime-minister.jpg Prime Minister Tarique Rahman watched a children''s theatre performance titled "Kobi Chitabagh" along with his wife, Dr Zubaida Rahman, and their daughter, Barrister Zaima Rahman, at the Mohila Samity Auditorium on Bailey Road in the city. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T04:05:40.840Z PM enjoys stage drama with family in city Drama, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/e1lm21n8ab https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-11/36hq3g68/Barisal-1.jpg Barishal Shishu Hospital https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-11/6y9a9n6l/CUMILLASishu-hospital-1.JPG Cumilla Shishu Hospital https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-11/59b01omh/KHULNA-SHISHU-HOSPITAL-3.JPG Khulna Shisu Hospital https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-11/un06k8ii/RAJSHAHISishu-hospital-3.JPG Rajshahi Shishu Hospital https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-11/m5t0z0ul/RANGPURSishu-hospital-2.JPG Rangpur Shishu Hospital https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-11/xqcogdnu/SYLHET-PHOTO-1-7.JPG Sylhet Shishu Hospital Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T03:59:51.754Z Shishu hospitals in 6 districts: Buildings left to decay, services yet to begin Shishu Hospital, DGHS https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/r6wd3dn8y3 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/0mbyftzs/Info.avif Interview of Khalilur Rahman aired by NDTV on Saturday. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T03:10:38.077Z Ganges treaty will be the first test of rebuilding ties: Khalilur Rahman Khalilur Rahman, Ganges Treaty, Delhi https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/op-ed/rklyselzjm https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2024-12-22/gr6r3ini/prothomalo-bangla2024-12-22bo331pmc৯.webp A farmer scatters fertiliser across his field for Boro paddy Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T02:58:14.168Z When a distant strait shapes the dinner table: Bangladesh’s fertiliser risk Fertilizer, Middle East War, Bangladesh, Food https://en.prothomalo.com/business/local/xcaswa49y5 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-03-10/bbux9isu/b58ee7cf499378P13mr.jpg Motorcycle and cars wait in long lines to collect fuel. The queue stretches along the pavement from Bijoy Sarani intersection past Shaheen College, near the Prime Minister’s Office, around noon on 9 March 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T02:57:49.116Z Motorcycle sales decline in the country Motorbike, Sales, Fuel Crisis https://en.prothomalo.com/international/b3i7b515nt https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-12/64yydmhh/474399-01-02.jpg Vice President JD Vance (R) speaks during a news conference after meeting with representatives from Pakistan and Iran, as US President Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner (L) and US Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff (C) watch, in Islamabad on April 12, 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-12T02:38:01.873Z Vance says talks failed to reach deal with Iran on ending Mideast war USA, Iran-Israel Conflict, Iran, Pakistan https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/op-ed/7swkg8jr0h https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-11/edck3g9b/Jamaat-and-AL.avif Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-11T14:11:58.322Z Awami League's activities banned, what is the position on Jamaat? Awami League, Ban, BNP Government, Law https://en.prothomalo.com/international/tvmo5hgktq https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-11/4j4v76sa/469653-01-02.jpg This handout photograph taken on April 11, 2026 and released by Pakistan's Prime Minister Office shows Pakistan's Army Chief and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir (R), Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar (2R), Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif (3R) during their meeting with Iran's parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf (4L) and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi (2L) prior to the US-Iran peace talks in Islamabad. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-11T13:24:09.354Z Iranian media says negotiations with US have begun Iran-Israel Conflict, Pakistan, Iran-Israel Ceasefire https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/crime-and-law/by477t37ea https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-11/s9ze2iky/pir.avif A mob vandalised the shrine in Kusthia's Daulatpur on 11 April. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-11T13:00:26.186Z 'Pir' beaten to death in Kushtia; shrine vandalised and set on fire Kushtia, Crime https://en.prothomalo.com/corporate/global/6l1vnd0czk https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-11/noqsiu4g/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-11-at-14.33.11.jpeg Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-11T12:52:13.350Z Samsung retains global No. 1 TV brand title for two consecutive decades Samsung, TV, Brand, Corporate news https://en.prothomalo.com/lifestyle/beauty/2e5pc5octw https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-11/k3vgct7h/prothomalo-bangla2026-03-032fyegcl0040A5482.avif Proper nutrition is the most important factor for healthy and radiant skin. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/import/media/2016/03/26/5681c5dc28cdf678f68861f09fa3901d-c.jpg Vitamin C is essential for maintaining the skin’s brightness and freshness. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-11/2nx4g5cf/prothomalo-bangla2025-02-050zh8co7hpexels-arjun-3678024-5529414-1.avif Flaxseeds are a good source of omega-3 fatty acids. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-11/tpjgbs2p/prothomalo-bangla2026-02-176r2p758gIMG0039.avif Without drinking enough water, the skin becomes dry and dull. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-11T12:35:28.423Z Nutrients you need for healthy skin and where to find them Skin care, Food Habit, Nutrition, Beauty Tips https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/ls9rj23aya https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-11/qv5cb6fp/Controversial-official.avif Mahmud Hasan Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-11T12:21:26.519Z Public Admin objects as Telecom Minister wants controversial official Corruption, Telecommunications and IT Minister, Public Administration Ministry https://en.prothomalo.com/international/bm4w1d73p3 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-11/1waoq5j0/469289-01-02.jpg This handout photograph taken and released by Pakistan's Prime Minister Office on April 11, 2026 shows US Vice President JD Vance (L) shaking hands with Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif during their meeting before US-Iran peace talks in Islamabad. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-11T11:19:43.536Z US and Iran envoys meet Pakistani PM as negotiations get under way Iran-Israel Ceasefire , USA, Shehbaz Sherif https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/idlzgeh4do https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-11/ajnnmuc6/Apollo.avif Ilankumaran Kaliamoorthy Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-11T11:08:04.857Z Apollo–Chennai to provide training to physicians in Bangladesh Health, India https://en.prothomalo.com/entertainment/oqcvvc90g8 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-11/tmvawkrl/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-09ffyoyiarWhatsApp-Image-2026-04-09-at-5.06.48-PM.avif Romanian film director Cristian Mungiu, Japanese film director, producer, screenplay writer and film editor Hirokazu Kore-Ed, US director Ira Sachs, Spanish film director Pedro Almodovar, and Iranian film director and member of the Jury of the Official Selection Asghar Farhadi. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-11T10:46:00.181Z Cannes Film Festival: The 21 films vying for the top prize Cannes, Film Fest, Award, Film director