https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/local-news/we96xhvnyu https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/i76tkf9d/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-16i78omk4vNetrokonaDH054820261016Screenshot20261016111150WhatsApp.avif Journalist Lutfuzzaman’s wife, Anondita Sagma, weeps beside the lifeless body of her husband in the Telanjia area of Durgapur upazila, Netrokona, at around 8:15 pm on 15 October 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/t7oo6hhb/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-16jq88ziz3NetrokonaDH054820261016IMG-20261016-WA0009.webp Murdered journalist Lutfuzzaman Alif Fakir https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/allubbpc/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-16vfemg38wNetrokonaDH054820261016IMG-20261016-WA0003.avif Members of the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) and other law enforcement agencies rushed to the scene after learning that journalist Lutfuzzaman had been shot dead in Telanjia, Durgapur upazila, Netrokona, at around 8:15 pm on 15 October 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-16T12:33:50.844Z ‘Feed the children and put them to sleep, I’ll be a little late’ Netrokona, Shooting, Murder, Journalist, Crime, Reckless Crime https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/local-news/ehqltzevdd https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/w4ztg5v7/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-16h9wzx0w1f247da5a-f789-48fe-9d0f-5d1df60cd8f9-1.avif A recent photo shows a giant sculpture made from plastic waste installed at Sugandha Point on Cox’s Bazar beach. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-16T12:12:51.300Z Giant plastic monster with a tree in hand emerges on Cox’s Bazar beach Plastic Waste, Cox's Bazar, Bidyanondo Foundation, Climate Vulnerability https://en.prothomalo.com/international/india/a9niu2j06d https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/tfvw4u1h/670050-01-02.jpg Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke speaks during a press conference in New Delhi on 15 October, 2026 amid ongoing protests against India's Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged voter roll irregularities linked to the "special intensive revision" (SIR). CJP founder Dipke called on people to gather on 16 October in Connaught Place, close to Jantar Mantar. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/mcgppgcz/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-16ly815fipUntitled-4.avif Police at the home of Abhijit Dipke, founder of India’s Cockroach Janata Party (CJP). Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-16T11:40:48.824Z Indian police detain CJP founder Dipke ahead of protest India, CJP Protest, Delhi Protest, Abhijeet Dipke, Detention, Arrest https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/ob3xhan0fy https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/6vgpf0wr/prothomalo-bangla2023-0101571f12-8871-47f3-8a29-bc0a0b54ff9d2.avif Food Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-16T11:29:20.504Z Food on the plate, but is it nutritious and safe? Food, Food safety, Food crisis , Nutrition https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/bx7fvr5rnz https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/82liv0ar/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-16fp4xecumcc9a47f7-1bb4-4ce1-884e-402ac663a5fe.avif A cow was bought for Tk 125,000 for the beef feast. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/19x4481s/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-16s1ofzc1p1b210f3ad08644749d582b50e15ef4021.avif Cooking is underway on campus after the cow was slaughtered. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-16T11:06:00.649Z ‘Beef Feast’ in protest against notice, cow bought for Tk 125,000 JnUCSU, Jagannath University, Beef, Protest, City corporation https://en.prothomalo.com/photo/bangladesh/tn4let4em5 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/oamdoivo/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-15g318ktoe8.-Rangamatilate-autumnnaturefruitsflowerschange-of-seasons16102026.webp Bright red cypress vine flowers blossom among the lush green leaves. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/ocw0mbaz/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-151swecycj1.-Rangamatilate-autumnnaturefruitsflowerschange-of-seasons16102026.webp Tender blossoms begin to emerge on a mango tree. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/6ltui3hq/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-15bus4v4tp2.-Rangamatilate-autumnnaturefruitsflowerschange-of-seasons16102026.webp A young jackfruit grows steadily along a tree branch. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/anmmitpk/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-15d8yx2wcw3.-Rangamatilate-autumnnaturefruitsflowerschange-of-seasons16102026.webp Delicate white flowers bloom on a small Jhum chili plant. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/zat6w96s/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-15zk6e3w9w4.-Rangamatilate-autumnnaturefruitsflowerschange-of-seasons16102026.webp Tucked behind green leaves, lemon blossoms open beside a tender growing lemon. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/18y4txqz/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-15b4dpj8wj5.-Rangamatilate-autumnnaturefruitsflowerschange-of-seasons16102026.webp Pushing through the soil, a fresh ginger shoot emerges into the light. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/o5r6glbp/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-15alj79pf76.-Rangamatilate-autumnnaturefruitsflowerschange-of-seasons16102026.webp A new green stem sprouts on a dragon fruit plant. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/dp6rmny8/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-15bdbld1e27.-Rangamatilate-autumnnaturefruitsflowerschange-of-seasons16102026.webp Fresh buds bloom across the branches of a jujube tree. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/dvjj7zfp/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-15g318ktoe8.-Rangamatilate-autumnnaturefruitsflowerschange-of-seasons16102026.webp Bright red cypress vine flowers blossom among the lush green leaves. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/groydrc3/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-15thsekajo9.-Rangamatilate-autumnnaturefruitsflowerschange-of-seasons16102026.webp Delicate Shiuli flowers with pure white petals and soft orange stems. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/ej1lwors/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-153axwh29210.-Rangamatilate-autumnnaturefruitsflowerschange-of-seasons16102026.webp Tiny blossoms open along the slender spike of a black pepper vine. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/nzqjtmmb/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-15c9e96vq011.-Rangamatilate-autumnnaturefruitsflowerschange-of-seasons16102026.avif A Rose of Sharon unfurls its petals in enchanting colors. Supriyo Chakma Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-16T10:29:55.777Z A touch of late autumn Autumn, Rangamati, Photo Story https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/accident/o3yttq8tva https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/fwxowy2l/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-16rsnnv9l52f36e077-708e-4c7c-a14c-0c063ea0bfc7.avif Road accident. Representative Image. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-16T08:00:12.162Z Two killed by speeding truck in Shyamoli, crushed bodies found on street Road accident, Death, Killing, Bus https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/crime-and-law/gmyp8bqcjv https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/01wrnx6x/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-16-at-12.39.48.jpeg Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-16T07:15:47.439Z Papel gang collects millions through extortion at markets and ghats in two areas of Dhaka Crime, Extortion, Dhaka, Law and order, Toll https://en.prothomalo.com/international/india/dvcbhjvkm8 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/9h1wj97c/418fc3a726a0b6066f4fe3b02ec6ad46.jpg Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke (C) along with Indian actor and activist Prakash Raj (R) and Indian lawyer and activist Prashant Bhushan (L) addresses the media during a press conference in New Delhi on October 15, 2026 amid ongoing protests against India's Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged voter roll irregularities linked to the "special intensive revision" (SIR). CJP founder Dipke called on people to gather on October 16 in Connaught Place, close to Jantar Mantar. CJP activists and opposition parties have defied a security crackdown to demand the resignation of India's chief election commissioner, accusing the poll body of manipulating voter rolls to benefit Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ruling party. (Photo by Arun SANKAR / AFP) Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-16T06:51:54.401Z India closes down New Delhi park ahead of ‘cockroach’ movement rally Delhi Protest, CJP Protest https://en.prothomalo.com/video/ylrjpp8tui https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/1a5p7wy3/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-15tec2v0kwWEB.avif Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-16T06:28:04.185Z Sundarbans open to tourists; spotted deer roam freely at Katka Sundarbans, Tourism , Tourists spot, Nature https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/a0f0cmznt8 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-11/z66g8kzg/prothomalo-bangla2026-02-13pd4srbr6d521d2b8-562d-4cf5-9850-ce92ed594c2a.avif Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami logo Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-16T06:10:46.840Z Jamaat to investigate what lies behind incident in Cumilla Jamaat-e-Islami, Cumilla https://en.prothomalo.com/international/middle-east/591is2zmrd https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/nwsnb8hy/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-16q9zuhzhosaudi-flag.avif National flag of Saudi Arabia Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-16T06:05:04.194Z Saudi Arabia executes two Bangladeshi for indecent acts inside Mecca mosque Bangladesh, Saudi Arabia, Bangladeshi, Execution, Death penalty https://en.prothomalo.com/international/middle-east/ai9dmrj0kd https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/k5o8gbig/2026-10-15T171254Z367275347RC2N3OA965UORTRMADP3SAUDI-YEMEN-ADEN-BOOMS.JPG Smoke billows from the presidential palace complex following an attack by Yemen's Houthis, according to government officials, in Aden, Yemen, 15 October, 2026, in this screen grab obtained from a social media video. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-16T05:05:06.517Z Houthi attack on Yemen presidential palace kills five, injures 16 Houthi, Attack, Yemen, Saudi-Houthi Conflict, Death https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/crime-and-law/cr8u73nxg3 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/r4iangeu/sjamin.avif Deceased Wahiduzzaman Shamim Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-16T04:46:05.454Z Man beaten to death in Satkhira after Facebook Live draws a crowd Crime, Satkhira, Mob Beating https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/n4l9c9bjt3 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/9d6s2qfr/info.avif Sharadiya Durga Puja, the biggest religious festival of Bangladesh’s Hindu community, begins today, Friday, with Maha Shashthi. Worship of the main idols begins today. Until Bijoya Dashami next Wednesday, the puja mandaps will resound with the beats of drums and the clang of traditional cymbals over the six-day festival. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-16T04:15:53.363Z Durga Puja begins today with Maha Shashthi Durga Puja, Celebration, Festival https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/0zujocqoi9 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/qfcrkoyy/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-15d5uw4ufdCapture.avif Passengers travelling to Saudi Arabia visit Biman's Balaka Bhaban to change their ticket dates and destinations. Photo taken at the airport area, Dhaka, on 15 October 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/9d9h82fy/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-11w230rx3w3.-DhakaRiyadh-flight-cancellation-passenger-hardship11102026.avif A passenger looks at a flight cancellation notice. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-16T03:54:31.312Z Houthi attacks: Passengers travel to Saudi Arabia via 2 alternative routes international flight, Saudi Arabia, Bangladesh, Expatriate, Saudi-Houthi Conflict, Attack, Exclusive https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/pwj4efnrbo https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/ldxdd8e5/16102026-cm-1.jpg Three-year-old Fatiha, a dengue patient, receives care from a family member at Mugda Medical College Hospital. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-16T03:08:13.437Z Parents lose both sons to dengue within 21 days as deaths continue to mount Dengue, Panchagarh, Death https://en.prothomalo.com/international/americas/41331ohuej https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/i0hgx1ao/418fc3a726a0b6066f4fe3b02ec6ad46.jpg Emergency personnel direct traffic at the scene of a shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, US, October 15, 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/t1a6o2jt/778844-01-02.jpg Students from the neighborhood stand on the sidewalk at the scene following a shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, US, October 15, 2026. REUTERS/Rob Kerr TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/sekiyo84/785312-01-02.jpg A child walks near police tape following a shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, US, October 15, 2026. REUTERS/Rob Kerr Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-16T03:07:49.804Z Three children, one teacher killed in Oregon elementary school shooting USA, Mass shooting, School https://en.prothomalo.com/youth/education/47mlj2iw33 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2023-05/756b3397-4587-4cf2-b9f2-be65b2843e48/study_1.webp Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-16T02:34:07.986Z Over 20,000 teachers teach English, mathematics despite graduating in other disciplines Secondary Education, English, Mathematics, SSC https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/op-ed/djxsuzftm7 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-12/8r2auaz0/648806-01-02.jpg Armoured police vehicles drive along a road as security tightened after the imposition of an emergency rule in Peshawar on 12 October 2026 following anti-government demonstrations by the opposition Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party demanding the release of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-12/x56jqoxz/418fc3a726a0b6066f4fe3b02ec6ad46.jpg TOPSHOT - Supporters of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) take part in a march in Khyber district of Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on 7 October 2026 Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-16T02:16:23.288Z Emergency rule in Pakhtunkhwa: It won’t be an easy ride for the generals Pakistan, Imran Khan, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, State of emergency https://en.prothomalo.com/photo/bangladesh/w5sy8srafo https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/d8fstea3/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-15jdwor8bc3.-Sirajgonj-flower.webp Water hyacinth flowers bloom quietly in a roadside water body. Raiganj, Sirajganj, 15 Oct 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/kbfh93z9/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-15tjrsuzcc1Faridpurstiching.webp Preparing for winter, Aleya Begum sews old clothes to make a Kantha. Dekrir Char, Faridpur, 15 Oct 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/o0f0w0us/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-156jtv8tvy2.-Faridpur-fisherman.webp Suraf Sheikh patiently repairs the torn parts of his fishing net for the next catch. Char Tepura, Faridpur, 15 Oct 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/10wu1up6/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-15jdwor8bc3.-Sirajgonj-flower.webp Water hyacinth flowers bloom quietly in a roadside water body. Raiganj, Sirajganj, 15 Oct 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/til59qqy/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-15b0z5yh0z4Bogurabird.webp A yellow bird sits on the highest branch of a mango tree. Bhandar Paika, Bogura, 15 Oct 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/8cs29wpd/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-155jj0nmu05.-Rangamati-bird.webp Searching for fish, a white egret keeps a watchful eye on the water. Uluchhara, Rangamati, 15 Oct 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/iwbrghig/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-15a65qxsc16.-Rangamati-fisherman.webp A fisherman heads out on an engine-run wooden boat to retrieve the nets cast overnight. Kandebchhara, Rangamati, 15 Oct 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/ouehjnl1/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-15oxk092kz7.-Bhola-school.webp Despite poverty at home, the daily struggle of Lima and Sharmin never stops. On International Day of Rural Women, they look after their families while teaching children, dreaming of changing society. Tetuliapar, Bhola, 15 Oct 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/kmiu0v44/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-158ric0w7v8.-Rajshahi-fishing.webp Stepping into the Padma River, a fisherman wades through the water to catch fish. Kuthipara, Godagari, Rajshahi, 15 Oct 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/z5e47kmd/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-1580peu5e39.-Chandpur-school.webp On Global Handwashing Day, more than a thousand students from Hasan Ali Government High School and Matripith Government Girls' High School wash their hands together. School premises, Chandpur, 15 Oct 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/01z9g4an/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-15vuy0y9ks10.-Gazipur-close.webp Following the fire, a notice is posted announcing the closure of the pharmaceutical factory in Cherag Ali, Tongi, Gazipur. Tongi, Gazipur, 15 Oct 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-15T16:39:59.518Z TOP SHOTS (15 October 2026) TOP SHOTS, Photo Story, Nature, Bird https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/local-news/32fdflw236 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/e7un4bbz/Journalist-shot-dead.avif Journalist Lutforzzaman Alif killed in shooting. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-15T16:27:44.826Z Journalist shot dead in Netrokona Journalist, Death, Crime, Netrokona https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/local-news/0qaa6ptm7v https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2023-09/78b6a5fe-34ce-4de8-8853-a7e84e6df5ae/Sajek.webp Sajek Ruilui tourist spot at Baghaichhari upazila in Rangamati Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-15T15:40:40.481Z Sajek road blockade suspended for six days Sajek valley, Durga Puja, Religion https://en.prothomalo.com/international/south-asia/itlwyhenk0 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/roaid348/670777-01-02.jpg People gather around debris and rubble lying in the courtyard of a school following a roof collapse, in Peshawar on 15 October 2026. The roof of a school collapsed in Pakistan's northwestern city of Peshawar, killing a teacher and 32 students, mostly aged under 14, health officials said on October 15, as residents and rescuers scrambled to pull children from the rubble. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-15T15:23:40.418Z School roof collapse kills teacher, 27 children in Pakistan School, Death, Collapse, Pakistan https://en.prothomalo.com/international/americas/kl31h5gnst https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/yq7sn40a/2026-10-12T200022Z875841891RC2W1OA2T4MMRTRMADP3USA-MILITARY-EXECUTION-LIVESTREAM.JPG FILE PHOTO: Nidal Hasan, charged with killing 13 people and wounding 31 in a November 2009 shooting spree at Fort Hood, is pictured in an undated handout photo obtained by Reuters on 29 June 2012. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-15T15:15:14.088Z Trump cancels planned livestream of US military execution of mass shooter USA, Execution, Donald Trump https://en.prothomalo.com/youth/3o3mdy1fyo https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/0rkvt5y1/PHOTOPress-ReleasePolicy-Brief-DisseminationTBDVOICE-1.png Participants at an event organised by VOICE and The Bangladesh Dialogue (TBD) under the initiative ‘JoYEE—Joining Youth in Effective Engagement in Reform Agendas in Bangladesh’. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-15T15:08:22.543Z Youth participation in reform process needs to be institutionalised Youth, Ministry of youth and sports, Policy, Reform, Mass uprising https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/wagbrem8bn https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/k2uzxn0v/Malaysia-labour-market-resumes.avif Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-15T14:42:05.088Z Malaysia announces recruitment: How workers will be recruited Malaysia, Labour, Market, Foreign Employment https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/op-ed/5vfxhectzn https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/w3rsdt24/TSM.avif Tasneem Siraj Mahboob https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/potnqfae/Tasneem-Siraj.avif A group of students held a protest programme against Dhaka University's English Department Associate Professor Tasneem Siraj Mahboob, accusing him of ''discriminatory'' behaviour in the classroom. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-15T12:34:36.171Z Dhaka University niqab controversy and a teacher's suspension: Whose classroom is it, then? Dhaka University, Niqab, Niqab Controversy, Student https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/vjo6ctddnk https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/tobdmzfg/puja.avif The Bangladesh Puja Udjapan Parishad and the Mahanagar Sarbojanin Puja Committee jointly organised an exchange of views programme with journalists at the Dhakeshwari National Temple complex in the capital on 15 October Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-15T11:06:29.372Z Durga Puja at 33,851 venues nationwide, 258 in Dhaka Durga Puja, Hindu, Festival, Religion https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/5k8ct24tvv https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/q3fp5fsc/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-15329tdfs1airport.avif Passengers from Bangladesh face difficulties as flights from Dhaka to Saudi Arabia are disrupted. Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, Dhaka, 13 October 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/n4stejl3/saudi-flight-1.png Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-15T11:04:06.359Z 103 Saudi-bound flights from Bangladesh disrupted, affecting 15,779 passengers Saudi Arabia, international flight, Middle East War https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/op-ed/zrt07yblaj https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/qkoa4c6r/teesta.jpg Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-15T10:38:53.585Z How can the Teesta project be kept free of geopolitical influence? Teesta Mega Project, Teesta River, China, India, Geopolitics, Bangladesh-India Relations https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/4q4zvkopa0 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2025-10-21/vh22ildb/MPO-listed-teachers-staff.avif Teachers and staff from MPO-listed educational institutions have been demonstrating to meet their three-point demands at the Central Shaheed Minar, Dhaka for more than a week Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-15T09:37:35.501Z When will MPO-listed teachers receive salary under new pay structure, what the ministry says MPO, Teacher, Salary, Pay Scale, Exclusive https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/city/solae1k2ja https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/x0ge5600/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-13orcfwwe7Footpath.avif A video of the assault on the footpath has circulated on social media. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-15T08:47:09.956Z Are we the offenders for defending ourselves, woman asks Crime, Assault, Sexual assault, Harassment, Dhaka, DMP, Court https://en.prothomalo.com/entertainment/65gsxwwm6g https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/6arrp6p7/prothomalo-bangla2024-12-186nesbx61WhatsApp-Image-2024-12-18-at-8.38.01-PM.avif Mehazabien Chowdhury https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/hm293dh0/prothomalo-bangla2026-09-111xyv41mz80298866317726276773986141827261318880786470n.avif Mehazabien Chowdhury Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-15T08:40:13.307Z Since when did disrespecting others become a source of income, asks Mehazabien Mehazabien Chowdhury, Actress, AI, Viral Video, Fake Photo, Crime, Cyber Crime https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/city/ejp35nxsmd https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/67lqy3d3/info.avif Garment workers block the road from 8:00 am on 15 October 2026, demanding payment of outstanding wages, higher pay and other benefits. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/5z9mvwi0/info-2.avif Garment workers block a road in Uttara on 15 October 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/0gzfd13i/info-3.avif Vehicles were stranded in Uttara as workers blocked the road, causing traffic congestion on 15 October 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-15T08:20:05.841Z Police disperse garment workers after nearly 4-hour road blockade in Uttara Readymade Garment Workers, Police, Readymade garment industry, Protest, Road Blockade https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/0jy646agu0 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-09-13/g3qzuocv/prothomalo-bangla2026-09-10kjl94tyau2coxzhb.avif High Court building Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-15T08:07:08.808Z Writ seeks directives to protect cultural activities High Court, Law and order, Writ Petition https://en.prothomalo.com/youth/education/f8t5oc4rxz https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/wya6fe1v/prothomalo-bangla2024-07be1cc1fa-c92b-455e-91ed-b33449a7c1c3এইচএসসি-পরীক্ষা-স্থগিত-স্কুল-কলেজ-বন্ধ-ঘোষণা.avif Number of secondary-level students in Bangladesh has fallen Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-15T07:06:25.717Z Secondary school enrolment falls by 400,000 in a year; madrasah, English-medium schools grow Education, Student, Madrasa, Secondary Education, English Medium School, Exclusive https://en.prothomalo.com/corporate/local/zptrycyrr1 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/9ft3mw2t/1-4.jpg Apex Footwear's festive collection, captures Puja's emotional spectrum with diverse collections for all ages https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/o443moot/2-2.jpg https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/63y7j5bm/3-1.jpg https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/448oktca/4-1.jpg https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/gxdbecor/5.jpg Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-15T06:38:52.660Z Fit for your feet this Durga Puja Durga Puja, Shoe, Celebration, Corporate news https://en.prothomalo.com/business/local/gxrrdmdqxm https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2021-04/3c4b6482-621d-4c1d-bc89-d37f0ac1b75d/prothomalo_import_media_2017_11_19_e264cff15a1cfecbf2d521be2c983ed3_5a111ecef114b.jpg Logo of National Bank Limited Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-15T06:18:56.066Z National Bank begins repaying depositors today National Bank, Customer, Money https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/crime-and-law/plqsdbxvfi https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/tzfl0hcy/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-14fjinjw7hCocktail-Explotion-01.avif Two crude bombs were thrown onto the road in front of the July Uprising Memorial Museum Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-15T05:53:18.840Z Crude bomb explosion outside July Uprising memorial museum, CNG auto-rickshaw driver injured Crude Bomb, Explosion, July Mass Uprising , Museum https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/44tqc4k0gf https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-12/nq4zof1s/prothomalo-bangla2026-09-07do5tqcejbb.avif Bangladesh Bank Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-15T05:51:06.524Z New draft law retains scope for family control of banks Bangladesh Bank, Bank, Exclusive https://en.prothomalo.com/video/zegcjkj2jf https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/th7y85ae/Video-Gas.avif Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-15T05:24:14.519Z Cooking gas from chicken droppings, costing just Tk 1,200 a month Cooking, Gas Supply, Gas Exploration, Gas Price, Gas, Energy Crisis, LPG Cylinder, Chandpur https://en.prothomalo.com/international/middle-east/9v870ej29u https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-04/i8ziyl16/418fc3a726a0b6066f4fe3b02ec6ad46.jpg Flames burn at a facility belonging to Saudi oil giant Aramco south of Riyadh on October 3, 2026. The circumstances remained unclear but in recent weeks Aramco, majority-owned by the Saudi state, has come under attack from the Houthi authorities targeting the kingdom as part of the war in Yemen where Riyadh is backing the internationally recognised government. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-15T04:32:20.584Z Houthis say targeted Saudi oil giant Aramco, vow more attacks Saudi Arabia, Saudi Aramco, Saudi-Houthi Conflict, Yemen https://en.prothomalo.com/photo/bangladesh/ukioc94jwb https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/onv523bu/8.-Panchagarh-Tetulia-Mount-Kanchenjunga-breathtaking-view15102026.jpeg https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/y1b7fi7t/1.-Panchagarh-Tetulia-Mount-Kanchenjunga-breathtaking-view15102026.jpeg Peak of Kangchenjunga’s glistens in the gentle light of dawn. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/sj7fnnfj/2.-Panchagarh-Tetulia-Mount-Kanchenjunga-breathtaking-view15102026.jpeg Kangchenjunga appears through light mist and greenery. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/lb7nfsj2/4.-Panchagarh-Tetulia-Mount-Kanchenjunga-breathtaking-view15102026.JPG With Kangchenjunga in the background, workers collect pebbles from the Mahananda River in Tetulia upazila of Panchagarh. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/qlty9gfb/5.-Panchagarh-Tetulia-Mount-Kanchenjunga-breathtaking-view15102026.JPG Workers pluck tea leaves from a tea garden near Kangchenjunga in the morning. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/2c10dc1d/6.-Panchagarh-Tetulia-Mount-Kanchenjunga-breathtaking-view15102026.jpeg The whiteness of Kangchenjunga blends with the white blooms of kash flowers (catkins). https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/47g3vjyc/7.-Panchagarh-Tetulia-Mount-Kanchenjunga-breathtaking-view15102026.jpeg Visitors gather on the banks of the Mahananda River to admire Kangchenjunga. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/sv2t9v1r/8.-Panchagarh-Tetulia-Mount-Kanchenjunga-breathtaking-view15102026.jpeg The peak of Kangchenjunga’s sometimes glows golden. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/ezm9ngng/9.-Panchagarh-Tetulia-Mount-Kanchenjunga-breathtaking-view15102026.jpeg Kangchenjunga stands tall against the horizon. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-15T04:12:41.852Z Kangchenjunga’s white peaks in the morning light Photo Story, Nature, Photography https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/qa13lufqag https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/md9pmvcv/PSG.jpg Paris Saint-Germain’s French midfielder #11 Maghnes Akliouche celebrates after scoring their fourth goal during the UEFA Champions League, league phase football match between Manchester City and Paris Saint Germain at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester, north west England, on 14 October 2026 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/d1mf8gr0/Barcola.jpg Liverpool's French midfielder #29 Bradley Barcola celebrates scoring the 0-3 goal during the UEFA Champions League football match between LASK and Liverpool FC in Linz, Austria on 14 October 2026 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/uujtt9vq/Haaland.jpg Manchester City’s Norwegian striker #09 Erling Haaland (R) misses with this header during the UEFA Champions League, league phase football match between Manchester City and Paris Saint Germain at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester, north west England, on 14 October 2026 Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-15T04:07:43.420Z PSG beat Man City in thriller, Barcola hits Liverpool hat-trick UEFA Champions League, PSG, Manchester City, Erling Haaland, Liverpool https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/x2izxlvhms https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/bx9af5nf/Masles-Vaccination-Status.jpeg Masles vaccination status Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-15T03:59:34.602Z Bangladesh failed to vaccinate children, independent review finds Immunisation, Vaccination, Measles, Exclusive https://en.prothomalo.com/youth/employment/5lck08gxbw https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-08-21/kj26wuwy/prothomalo-english2026-08-069mtacl06prothomalo-english2021-07de4f0548-c64c-40d0-8a21-e1a0c289eb6dMinistryofPublicAdministration1.avif Ministry of Public Administration Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-15T02:27:10.738Z 522,000 vacancies across various govt institutions Job, Public Administration Ministry, Parliamentary Standing Committee, Vacant post https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/op-ed/t33ex11n0o https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/xctb5nfo/saudipassenger.jpg Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-15T02:22:28.433Z KSA labour market crisis: What are alternatives ahead? Labour Migration, Labour, Crisis, Overseas job https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/interview/jmxaah3q5t https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/d988u4ev/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-1473asvsnfICIMOD.avif https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/79bakbey/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-148bdlemxtNepal-flood-1.webp People walk through mud along the banks of the Budhigandaki River in Nepal, a day after a flash flood. 12 October. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/vcbe0x21/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-14djmxfr08Nepal-flood-2.avif The damage caused by flooding in low-lying areas and settlements along the Bhotekoshi River in Nuwakot, Nepal, on 28 August. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-14T16:38:46.897Z Budhi Gandaki flood poses no direct threat to Bangladesh, but it holds lessons for early warning Climate Change Impact, Climate Resilience, Nepal, Floods, Climate Change, Himalayan Region, Natural disaster https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/local-news/hnjf5ej4rs https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/vcb0lw7m/Pharmaceutical-factory-fire-1.avif A fire breaks out at the Unit-2 factory of Drug International Limited in Cherag Ali, Tongi, Gazipur 14 October 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/cg8447oi/Pharmaceutical-factory-fire-2.avif A team of army personnel joins the Fire Service after a fire breaks out at the Unit-2 factory of Drug International Limited in Cherag Ali, Tongi, Gazipur 14 October 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/wtfpxjxc/Pharmaceutical-factory-fire-3.avif Fire Service personnel rescue a person after a fire breaks out at the Unit-2 factory of Drug International Limited in Cherag Ali, Tongi, Gazipur 14 October 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-14T16:26:40.002Z ‘I thought it was my last day, I might not make it out alive’ local news https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/8o2infcq13 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/bp5puq5m/biman-1.avif This young man (in a black shirt) from Chandpur learned at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport that his flight to Saudi Arabia had been cancelled. He and his father then went to Biman’s Balaka office and booked tickets for a new date. 14 October https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/2muogu2w/biman-2.avif Passengers affected by cancelled Biman flights wait outside the airline’s Balaka office to change their ticket dates and destinations on 14 October https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/ktticwsj/biman-3.avif Passengers wait at the airport on October 14 Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-14T16:15:23.233Z Saudi Arabia-bound passengers seek alternative routes amid 100 flight disruptions, rising costs Saudi Arabia, Flight Divert, Saudi-Houthi Conflict https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/local-news/k0bfhyz6cj https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/eo3pqvbx/VC-CUET.avif Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology (CUET) Vice-Chancellor Professor Sheikh Shariful Alam has been taken out from confinement with the help of the administration. Last evening in front of the Vice Chancellor's residence. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/fjaa2k3p/CUET-protest.avif An empty classroom at CUET during the ‘complete shutdown’ programme. The Photo was taken on Wednesday morning. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/i3kzodfg/CUET-7.avif Many students are returning home ahead of the Durga Puja holiday on Wednesday morning at the CUET campus. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-14T16:11:32.532Z CUET VC says he has not resigned; teachers and students vow to continue protest CUET, Vice chancellor, Protest https://en.prothomalo.com/photo/bangladesh/u6ipvi2n0e https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/k86pq8ey/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-12z55yndan7.-Pabnabird-lovernatureenvironment-and-wildlife-conservationrelease13102026.webp Finding their home again, the ducks suddenly burst into joyful play across the water. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/uboi4n1t/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-12jpomvmf82.-Pabnabird-lovernatureenvironment-and-wildlife-conservationrelease13102026.webp These little ducklings were discovered trapped inside a poultry vendor's sack. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/r5oih7ay/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-12edhyto843.-Pabnabird-lovernatureenvironment-and-wildlife-conservationrelease13102026.webp Cradled in caring hands, a university teacher gently examines the rescued bird. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/6rxn8arr/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-12m3ovj7ec4.-Pabnabird-lovernatureenvironment-and-wildlife-conservationrelease13102026.webp Teachers, students, and nature lovers join hands to release the lesser whistling ducks into the lake. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/mun3rdm9/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-12lkaw313q5.-Pabnabird-lovernatureenvironment-and-wildlife-conservationrelease13102026.webp Returning to the wild, all 14 ducks take to the skies in unison the moment freedom is restored. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/7wu9e2kf/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-12ithnx8te6.-Pabnabird-lovernatureenvironment-and-wildlife-conservationrelease13102026.webp The lush, green campus offers countless quiet corners for these birds to call home. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/lsa5f523/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-12z55yndan7.-Pabnabird-lovernatureenvironment-and-wildlife-conservationrelease13102026.webp Finding their home again, the ducks suddenly burst into joyful play across the water. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/rcsascw2/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-12tw8ywb0v9.-Pabnabird-lovernatureenvironment-and-wildlife-conservationrelease13102026.webp The rescued birds find a new beginning in the serene lake before Swadhinata Hall. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-14T15:44:45.162Z 14 rescued whistling ducks return to nature Wildlife, Wildlife Conservation Society, Rescue, Pabna https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/parliament/hmib1t4oup https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/ztrwvvu5/parliamentry-commitee.avif Meeting of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on the Ministry of Public Administration at the Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban on Wednesday. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-14T15:24:30.041Z Parliamentary committee asks govt to identify officials obstructing its work Parliamentary Standing Committee, Government, Public Administration Ministry https://en.prothomalo.com/photo/bangladesh/7u0l8m6wmf https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/8q6aap0b/8.-Sylhet-Butterfly.JPG A butterfly spreads its wings as it sits on a leaf in the morning sunshine. Shib Bari, Sylhet, 14 October. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/2isx9w1b/2.-Sirajgonj-sun-rise.jpg The setting sun casts a reddish glow over the waters of the Phuljor River. Dhangara, Raiganj, Sirajganj, 14 October. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/89n1lglj/1.-Rangamati-fishing.jpg A fisherman casts his net to catch fish in Kaptai Lake. Rubber Garden, Rangamati, 14 October. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/kwp2i7bm/3.-Rangamati-flower.jpg The beauty of a wild okra flower with thorny stems. Lemuchhari, Rangamati, 14 October. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/ifco23jf/4.-Gazipur-bird.JPG A coppersmith barbet sits on a branch of a tree. Locally, the bird is also known as Falahari. Bartopa, Sreepur, Gazipur, 14 October. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/d6gcjbt7/5.-Khulna-bee.JPG A honeybee collects nectar from a gourd flower. Sonadanga, Khulna, 14 October. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/re9cai3r/6.-Sylhet-hoker.JPG Plastic drums are being transported for sale. People use these drums to store paddy, rice and water. Shahjalal Bridge area, Sylhet, 14 October. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/30rfw34f/7.-Khulna-Van-driver.JPG A driver talking on his mobile phone while driving a van loaded with baskets. Zero Point, Khulna, 14 October. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/m6155g5p/8.-Sylhet-Butterfly.JPG A butterfly spreads its wings as it sits on a leaf in the morning sunshine. Shib Bari, Sylhet, 14 October. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/9od4o3hm/9.-Khagrachhari–group-of-children.jpg A group of children enjoy a game of danguli on their way to school. Joutha Khamar Marma Para, Khagrachhari, 14 October. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/2is7rhlh/10.-Khagrachhari-Datranga-flower.jpg Beautiful flowers bloom by the roadside. Joutho Khamar Marma Para, Khagrachhari, 14 October. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-14T14:33:19.020Z TOP SHOTS (14 October 2026) TOP SHOTS, Nature, Photography, Photos https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/crime-and-law/0cy6vpojpi https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/r4iangeu/sjamin.avif Deceased Wahiduzzaman Shamim Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-14T12:52:05.307Z Man beaten to death in Satkhira; mob takes him from hospital and assaults him again Mob Beating, Satkhira, Crime