https://en.prothomalo.com/corporate/lacah72kb4 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-21/8300qds6/BTA.jpeg Logo of Bangladesh TowerCo Association Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-21T14:06:03.148Z BTA warns of severe connectivity disruption without urgent energy prioritisation for telecom sector  Corporate news, Telecommunication, Fuel Crisis https://en.prothomalo.com/international/g5pwlrbu5f https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2025-06-17/hcfcqeky/Trump-G7.jpg US President Donald Trump Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-21T14:03:31.528Z Trump says US in 'very, very strong' position for Iran talks Donald Trump, Iran-Israel Ceasefire , Iran-Israel Conflict, Pakistan https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/government/hxpoxnkcxx https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-21/4edlyj91/prothomaloimportmedia20191103556fa7213bd2c38c917fa5f6142a840d-5dbe63de629de.jpg A 3D design of Jhilmil Residential Project. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-21T13:38:16.313Z Malaysian firm to be dropped from Jhilmil Residential Project Malaysia, Housing and Public Works Ministry, PPP, Housing , Keraniganj, RAJUK https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/politics/hjvviaga9q https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-21/pt9wbxud/THakur.avif Subarna Shikdar Thakur Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-21T13:34:59.578Z BNP-nominated Subarna Thakur had also sought nomination from AL BNP Candidate, Awami League, Politics https://en.prothomalo.com/business/local/m44d0gxpvk https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2024-02/1fe8a886-d587-4575-ab88-28bfa782b935/NBR_Building.webp NBR building Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-21T12:41:12.615Z Revenue deficit hits Tk 1 trillion in 9 months—what challenges lie ahead? NBR, Revenue, Deficit https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/politics/tso8ifeoyy https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-21/b18zb2og/Chattogram-Shibir-Chhatra-Dal.avif Chhaatra Dal and Shibir clash in Chattogram https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-21/6me93lsj/politics.avif The grafitti Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-21T12:08:40.928Z Clash between Chhatra Dal and Shibir over graffiti in Chattogram Chattogram, Chhatra Dal, Chhatra Shibir https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/good-day-bangladesh/7oy172i4mp https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-21/v804nry5/QECT-100-Young-Leaders-Awards-2026.jpeg Shah Rafayat Chowdhury, co-founder and president of Footsteps Bangladesh; Munia Islam Mozumder, CEO of Teach for Bangladesh; Imran Hamid, co-founder of Farm Solution BD; and Md Rezwanul Islam Shuvo, founder and CEO of Eco Sentinels Bangladesh Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-21T11:30:49.845Z Four Bangladeshis recognised in QECT 100 Young Leaders Awards 2026 Good Day Bangladesh, Young, Commonwealth, Award, UK https://en.prothomalo.com/environment/cupjri34tl https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-21/so01jr14/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-2198leqk4zUntitled-2.avif Gazipur City Corporation is constructing a secondary transfer station (STS) inside the sal forest in the Rajendrapur area along the Dhaka–Mymensingh highway. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-21T11:26:39.122Z Dumping station being built inside protected forest Environment, Forest, Gazipur, Gazipur City Corporation, Exclusive https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/jv092byswr https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-21/hzpglw22/45f39963502092P13mr.jpg An emergency vaccination campaign has been launched nationwide to combat the spread of measles Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-21T11:13:27.711Z Emergency vaccination campaign launched Vaccine , Measles, Campaign, Launch https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/sepyc8qkro https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-21/iccuctt3/sARA.avif SHUJAN organised a roundtable meeting on independence of judiciary and reforms in the sector on 21 April, 2026 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-21/yxjofqvq/Sara-Consensus.avif Sara Hossain speaks at a roundtable organised by SHUJAN https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-21/yxjofqvq/Sara-Consensus.avif Sara Hossain speaks at a roundtable organised by SHUJAN Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-21T10:49:25.763Z Consensus Commission can’t be called a democratic process in any way: Sara Hossain National Consensus Commission, Judiciary, Reform Commission, State Reform https://en.prothomalo.com/corporate/z8zi04or97 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-21/tws01zta/ENG-KVGP-Hajj-Roaming.jpeg Grameenphone is offering a hassle-free Hajj roaming service for Bangladeshi pilgrims Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-21T10:29:44.900Z Grameenphone offers hassle-free Hajj roaming service for Bangladeshi pilgrims Corporate news, Grameenphone, Hajj, Internet https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/politics/fw8c8mxrq6 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2025-11-14/jf2zqnjr/photo-12.avif The National Consensus Commission held meetings with political party leaders regarding reform proposals in various sectors for nearly eight months. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2025-10-09/fipx9bkw/prothomalo-bangla2025-10-08hct0o1hmSalauddian.avif National Consensus Commission discusses with political parties ways to implement the July Charter. At the Foreign Service Academy, Dhaka, 8 October 2025 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2025-10-28/yyvveh20/prothomalo-bangla2025-10-26kjjs56s7WhatsAppImage20251017at80301PM1.avif Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus with leaders of different political parties at the signing ceremony of the July National Charter at South Plaza of National Parliament on 17 October 2025. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2025-07-10/in5fe44d/2025_07_10_06_24_5c23848d813c893fa3328e4763806da4.jpg The National Consensus Commission resumed talks with representatives of 30 political parties at the Foreign Service Academy aiming to reach consensus on key reform recommendations and the 'July Charter' in Dhaka on 10 July, 2025. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2025-06-03/mawzcqqx/prothomalo-bangla2025-06-032i6n05jbUntitled-9.avif Salahuddin Ahmed speaks to the media after a meeting with the national consensus commission on 3 June 2025. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2025-05-18/e3jsmet1/image-274161-1747561934.jpg The National Consensus Commission (NCC) holds an extended meeting with Jamaat-e-Islami at the LD Hall of the National Parliament Building in Dhaka on 18 May 2025. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2025-10-05/s5395mja/Ali-Riaz-National-Consensus-Commission-1.jpeg National Consensus Commission vice-chairman professor Ali Riaz talks to the media after the fourth round of discussions with political parties on constitutional proposals related to the July Charter at the Foreign Service Academy on Bailey Road, Dhaka, on 5 October 2025. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2025-10-17/3p158bsp/Chief-Adviser-Muhammad-Yunus-Shows-the-Signed-July-Charter-1.jpg Interim government chief adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus shows the signed July National Charter as National Consensus Commission vice-chairman Ali Riaz watches at South Plaza of National Parliament in Dhaka on 17 October 2025 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-02-16/993h637t/prothomalo-bangla2026-02-16dfoizqcaNahid-July-Sanad-01.avif Nahid Islam, convener of the National Citizen Party (NCP), signs the July National Charter at Jamuna, the residence of Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus, on 16 February 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-21T10:18:10.653Z Differences over fundamental reforms prevailed from the outset Exclusive, Reform, Reform Commission, Interim Government, Awami League, BNP Government, BNP, Jamaat-e-Islami, July Mass Uprising , July-August Uprising https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/politics/ojii2w49yh https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2023-10/03823c2d-4435-45be-a7c3-6d0e775179ea/FLag_of_BNP.webp Flag of BNP Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-21T09:11:34.029Z Reserved women’s seats in parliament: BNP nominations blend new and old 13th Parliament, BNP Government, BNP, MP, Women empowerment https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/5lo673y5fw https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-21/g8lzppuj/Renewable-energy1.jpg Michael Miller, Ambassador and Head of Delegation of the European Union to Bangladesh, speaks at a high-level event in Dhaka titled “Boosting Renewable Energy in Bangladesh – From Design to Implementation." https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-21/vnhefpfm/Renewable-Energy2.jpg At the high-level event in Dhaka titled “Boosting Renewable Energy in Bangladesh – From Design to Implementation." Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-21T08:29:39.433Z Boosting renewable energy in Bangladesh: from design to implementation European Union, Renewable Energy, Bangladesh https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/local-news/tsigtzf3i6 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-01-20/bt66d2i2/Mufti-Amir-Hamza.avif Jamaat nominated candidate for Kushtia-3 constituency Mufti Amir Hamza Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-21T08:04:06.102Z Arrest warrant against MP Amir Hamza in Sirajganj MP, Arrest, Warrant, Court, Sirajganj, Kushtia, Iqbal Hasan Mahmud Tuku, Defamation Case https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/op-ed/mb2if7n4ij https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-21/nwq130fj/india.avif Flags of various political parties are now being sold on the streets of Kolkata ahead of the legislative assembly elections. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-21T08:04:02.741Z Why should Bangladesh be concerned about the elections in Assam and West Bengal? Assam, West Bengal, Bangladesh, Election, Bangladesh-India Relations, BJP https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/j94nk072yb https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-10/x3w25e0v/2-prothomalo-bangla2026-04-10d8s5yg3qprothomalo-02.avif A child with measles undergoes treatment at the Infectious Diseases Hospital, Mohakhali, Dhaka. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-21/d9fpqiak/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-21gqbla3d4WhatsAppImage20260420at52923PM2.avif Patient being treated in a filthy environment, lying on a bed on the floor https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-03-30/5cwcieo2/Info.avif A six-month-old child, Mohammad, who came from Narsingdi, was admitted to the hospital before Eid. Infected with measles, he is receiving treatment at the Infectious Diseases Hospital in Mohakhali, Dhaka https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-21/iv4cr9mw/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-21i54m8dnlWhatsApp-Image-2026-04-20-at-5.29.22-PM.avif Treatment is underway making temporary bed on the floor near a dustbin. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-10/64sevlgx/1-prothomalo-bangla2026-04-10jmec3d4fprothomalo-01.avif Seven-month-old Sajeeb Mia admitted to hospital; his father shows him to a relative over a video call. Infectious Diseases Hospital, Mohakhali, Dhaka. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-21/ovmuvl9c/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-21bp0uqekwWhatsAppImage20260421at122512PM.avif Treatment is underway in this dirty environment https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-21/voun01vp/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-211z6cfs9uWhatsAppImage20260421at122548PM.avif In the ward, where the nurses sit, where the medicines and saline are kept, there are three black, yellow and green waste bins kept next to them. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-21/n3xpb95v/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-21uykyt3icWhatsAppImage20260420at52923PM.avif Dirty walls and floors. This is how patients are being treated on the floor Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-21T06:10:08.590Z Measles treatment continues in unhygienic conditions Health, Patient, Treatment, Children, Measles, Exclusive, Disease https://en.prothomalo.com/international/middle-east/eo9w2xhgl4 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-21/yihcmsqq/3BER6K35PBMRFP6CFKUCIDB7PY.avif A Pakistani Army soldier stands guard on a road leading to Serena hotel, the venue for the second phase of peace talks between the United States and Iran hosted by Pakistan, in Islamabad, Pakistan, 20 April, 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-21T05:56:43.152Z Pakistan confident Iran will attend US talks, senior Pakistani government source says Iran, USA, Ceasefire, Middle East War, Talks, Pakistan https://en.prothomalo.com/environment/xopgpxwz0j https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2025-12-15/e8n2ww5u/prothomalo-bangla2025-11-22tt8aznhxEarthquakeReuters.avif Earthquake Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-21T05:53:51.175Z Earthquake jolts Dhaka, other parts of country in the morning Earthquake, Environment, BMD, Met Office https://en.prothomalo.com/lifestyle/health/fw63bcf65g https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-21/k7l2j89f/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-20ugvyk14vpexels-photo-13613853.webp Chia seed is not safe for everyone https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-21/avw7ay9a/prothomalo-bangla2024-10-24vvxwm8gv250A1601.jpg Chia seeds should definitely be avoided if you have allergies. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-21/fz5rlxkj/prothomalo-bangla2024-11-112f569w37pexelsdelphinehourlay91322691162.webp Do not eat chia seeds in dry form https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-21/8gclpndc/prothomalo-bangla2024-11-17v7542qdkChia-seeds-detox-water-for-weight-loss-1.avif Chia seeds are known as a superfood. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-21T05:39:38.849Z Who should avoid consuming chia seeds, what physicians recommend Chia, Health, Lifestyle, Diet https://en.prothomalo.com/youth/employment/7q71madwyx https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-21/wiynfxmk/Teacher-Recruitment-1.avif https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-21/ofwfstzs/Teacher-Recruitment-2.avif Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-21T04:41:47.850Z Non-govt teacher recruitment system changes, no mass circulars, exams to be marked out of 220 Education, Teacher, Recruitment, NTRCA https://en.prothomalo.com/business/local/koljopc496 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-21/u2hb2ufd/Prices.avif Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-21T04:28:10.474Z How rising fuel prices to increase household costs Fuel Crisis, Fuel Price, Price Hike, Electricity, Transport Fare, Economy, Inflation https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/local-news/lhxgdn4ly6 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-21/3ppl08p8/prothomalo-bangla2026-01-19dcl6biqxScreenshot-2026-01-19-213108.avif Murder Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-21T04:15:15.683Z Couple found with throats slit in Naogaon, bodies of 2 children found beside Loot, Killing, Murder, Naogaon, Crime https://en.prothomalo.com/international/middle-east/a3ucu4a52k https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-08/oa9do6ge/444268-01-02.jpg Demonstrators wave Iranian flags during a protest against US military action in Iran near the White House in Washington, DC, on 7 April, 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-21T03:10:49.471Z US, Iran warn ready for war as talks in limbo Iran, Israel-US attack on Iran, USA, Ceasefire, Middle East War, War https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/local-news/ai8kcp4avr https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/p1va0h56/eb4278d2501940P9mr.jpg Due to frequent load shedding, the farmer could not properly irrigate his Boro field. The farmer is at a loss, fearing that the yield will be affected. Photo was taken from Baraijjar Hat area of Kashipur union in Barishal Sadar on 19 April 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-21T03:07:10.871Z Irrigation: Caught between power cuts and fuel shortages Diesel, Electricity, Fuel Crisis, Irrigation, Load shedding https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/6dtfzk2eyf https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/import/media/2018/01/24/b8c02754de8eefe40a699ab2219854cd-Antibioitics.jpg Antibiotic capsules https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2022-04/d289c586-746a-4d79-9e1e-10930f178a39/prothomalo_bangla_2022_04_fa5938d5_9b30_46bd_90f7_6c9974394e33_medicine.jpg People purchase medicine at a pharmacy in the capital’s Dhanmondi area, Dhaka Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-21T02:08:50.524Z Antibiotic misuse in South Asia Antibiotic, Health, Medicine, Pharmaceutical Industry https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/ou8gy53yeh https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/eue2983c/1-prothomalo-bangla2026-04-19ine2anbuNarayangonjDH078020260419narayanganj17.avif Photo shows a factory in the Panchabati BSCIC industrial area of Narayanganj on 19 April 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/to2njel6/2-prothomalo-bangla2026-04-19c1u9ycmrNarayangonjDH078020260419narayanganj001.avif Load shedding disrupts production at factory in Bandar upazila of Narayanganj on 19 April 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-21T02:08:30.261Z Load shedding: Factory production disrupted, people stressed Gazipur, Narayanganj, Load shedding, Fuel Crisis, Palli Bidyut, Exclusive https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/2p8fyo5lmj https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/av5bovkw/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-18kn6a9d3f1.avif Dogs https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/bhvtdvom/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-18lsi01nnq2.avif The number of stray dogs in the capital has increased. Measures must be taken to control dog reproduction and to administer rabies vaccines. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-21T02:08:09.113Z Rabies cases rising, but dog vaccination remains halted Rabies, Health risk, Vaccination, Dhaka, Exclusive https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/s7v5tbfqsp https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/hgg6jt32/image-379821-1776701930.jpg Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman shaking his hand with Maxime Prévot, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Affairs and Development Cooperation of Belgium. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T16:41:11.397Z Partnership and Cooperation Agreement initialled, Dhaka-EU ties enter new phase Diplomacy, EU, Dhaka, Foreign relation, Khalilur Rahman https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/ldviqstwlx https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2024-08-23/tdxdjzlf/Mobile%20phone%20tower.webp Mobile phone tower Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T16:00:23.617Z Energy crisis: Generator-dependent mobile networks under pressure from power shortages Fuel Crisis, Mobile operator, Mobile Connectivity, Mobile Financial Service, Mobile Banking, Electricity, Exclusive https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/parliament/3uhul05omh https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/jqbv2owz/Minister-for-Industries-and-Commerce-Khandakar-Abdul-Muktadir.avif Minister for Industries and Commerce, Khandakar Abdul Muktadir Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T15:25:12.989Z Commerce Minister explains why fuel price hike ‘won’t significantly raise inflation’ Khandaker Abdul Muktadir, Fuel Crisis, Fuel Price, Inflation, Expatriate Workers, Remittance https://en.prothomalo.com/environment/climate-change/3d6l5bjt74 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/llvpdyit/1-prothomalo-bangla2026-04-20tdvahivt1.webp A child tries to get relief from the heat using the air from a handheld fan during a rickshaw ride as he returns home after classes in the heat in the University of Dhaka area on 20 April 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/p3i9th37/2-prothomalo-bangla2026-04-20yvooi04h2.webp A woman tries to protect a child from the heat using a folder in her hand in the Shishu Hospital area in Dhaka on 20 April 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/elpor5l1/3-prothomalo-bangla2026-04-20yct888ky3.webp People are seen using towels wrapped around their heads to protect themselves from the intense heat in Padmaghat Road of Pabna on 20 April 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/xm2u311x/4-prothomalo-bangla2026-04-20vcijtui44.webp Gaffar Sheikh, from Siddhipasha of Jashore, comes to Daulatpur in Khulna on 20 April 2026 to sells handmade palm-leaf fans amid the rising heat across the country. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T14:06:28.651Z Heatwave in 10 districts including Dhaka may intensify from Tuesday Scorching heat, BMD, Temperature https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/cricket/59e3b4rk6i https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/wrichwex/529655-01-02.jpg Bangladesh's Towhid Hridoy (R) plays a shot as New Zealand's wicketkeeper captain Tom Latham watches during the second one-day international (ODI) cricket match between Bangladesh and New Zealand at Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur on 20 April 2026. (Photo by Munir UZ ZAMAN / AFP) Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T13:39:11.134Z Nahid Rana stars as Bangladesh down New Zealand to level series at 1-1 ODI, New Zealand https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/politics/9dbf131djc https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/598kf6x6/Jatiya-Sangsad.avif A session is underway at the Jatiya Sangsad https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/s4oeb83h/Jamat-Vote-01.avif The leaders of Jamaat-e-Islami and National Citizen Party on 16 January 2026 announced to contest the Jatiya Sangsad election as a coalition. Now they are sharing the reserved seats for women in parliament too Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T13:36:44.094Z Reserved women’s seats in Parliament: Jamaat nominates 8, NCP and others nominate 5 Jamaat-e-Islami, National Citizen Party - NCP, BNP, 13th Parliament, Women empowerment, Women https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/cricket/46bg2tctdc https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/0qc5h6kx/image-379694-1776686639.jpg Rubel Hossain is accorded a farewell by the Bangladesh Cricket Board at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium on 20 April 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T13:21:40.438Z Rubel given BCB farewell after announcing retirement Cricket, BCB, Retirement https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/7mmsfkrenr https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/cxw4lb4r/PM-Tarique.jpg Prime Minister Tarique Rahman declares Bogura municipality as the country’s 13th city corporation by unveiling its plaque at the municipal building in Bogura on 20 April 2026 Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T13:07:03.372Z PM announces Bogura as country’s 13th city corporation Bogura, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, City corporation https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/q5ksporlrj https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/qvbtkww6/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-20-at-18.29.10.jpeg Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman has met with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Belgium, Maxime Prévot, in Brussels today, Monday. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T12:47:44.856Z Khalilur Rahman meets Belgium Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman, Trade, Labour Migration, visa, Belgium https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/61vql0pfwd https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/fcwe4qm6/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-20mqi2wjruWhatsAppImage20260420at125636PM.avif Driver waiting 12 hours for fuel in Mohammadpur https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/qxy1uvjv/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-20ow2sx8j9WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-20-at-2.02.41-PM.avif Talukdar Filling Station—revealed a small placard hanging in front of the cash counter stating, “Fuel will arrive after 6:00 pm.” https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/xass2q5n/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-20nyc3mry1WhatsAppImage20260420at125646PM.avif Most drivers in the queue fell asleep while waiting for the fuel Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T11:43:36.490Z 12-hour wait for fuel in Mohammadpur, no food or sleep, and then mugged Mohammadpur, Fuel Crisis, Robbery, Oil https://en.prothomalo.com/youth/education/rxt5fjoksn https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/np8716ib/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-20kiqsldz73.avif Education Minister ANM Ehsanul Haque Milon speaks at a press conference on the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and equivalent examinations in Dhaka on 20 April 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T11:05:38.757Z Edu minister wants to hold next SSC exams in Dec SSC Exam, HSC, ANM Ehsanul Hoque Milon, Education Ministry https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/cricket/52j7b0f63g https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/9c9ernsk/528345-01-02.jpg Bangladesh's Nahid Rana (3L) celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of New Zealand's Henry Nicholls during the second one-day international (ODI) cricket match between Bangladesh and New Zealand at Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur on April 20, 2026 Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T10:19:13.137Z Incredible Nahid fifer dismisses New Zealand for 198 Cricket, Bangladesh Cricket, ODI https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/ighpcdpzf6 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-02-02/94f2mejm/prothomalo-bangla2023-09efd40dbd-1949-4eba-a2fd-701e8304bec7prothomaloenglish2022073959fb8e22b54e35a8999fdef2b4174aMEPBangladesh.avif Flags of the European Union and Bangladesh. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T10:07:45.735Z Bangladesh, EU to sign PCA in Brussels Monday EU, Agreement, Trade, Economy, Cooperation https://en.prothomalo.com/corporate/7zn02v0s0a https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/rfjoc2ky/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-20-at-2.34.48-PM.jpeg Energypac Engineering Limited successfully showcased its latest power technologies https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/ik0fgcu5/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-20-at-2.34.48-PM-1.jpeg Energypac Engineering Limited successfully showcased its latest power technologies Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T09:48:23.406Z Energypac showcases next-generation transformers, sustainable power solutions Electricity, Project, Energypac Power Generation Limited, Corporate news https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/4jvzq7vp66 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/5u1q5id3/Info.avif Public transport in Dhaka city is still largely bus-dependent Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T09:38:15.778Z When diesel prices fell, bus fares didn't, now how justified is a hike? Bus Fare, Fuel Crisis, Fuel Price, Public Transport, Good Governance, Diesel, Exclusive https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/n98g3j8be0 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-16/0ck36ajp/image-378355-1776320210.jpg Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T09:35:06.441Z Dhaka looks for regional breakthrough after achieving peace at home: Khalilur Rahman SAARC, Foreign relation, South Asia https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/crime-and-law/j8wciyiayi https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/kphsqvg6/mukul.avif Mukul Hossain Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T09:20:03.075Z Awami League leader taken into custody after BNP leader shot Meherpur, BNP, Awami League https://en.prothomalo.com/corporate/x2su8mssf9 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/erlgbwjh/ImageEnglish.png Ryze has integrated multiple leading AI models, including ChatGPT, DeepSeek and Gemini Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T09:07:36.395Z Ryze brings together ChatGPT, DeepSeek, and Gemini in one place ChatGPT, DeepSeek ai, AI, Launch https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/government/rlghhwc14k https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/oysw0pow/image-379587-1776671135.jpg Prime Minister Tarique Rahman speaks at the Bogura District and Sessions Judge Court while inaugurating e-bail bond system and facilities on 20 April 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T09:02:39.803Z Accountable, democratic govt established through people’s direct votes: PM Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, Judiciary, Bogura https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/4vssasxqwl https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/0jwms14m/1-1.jpeg The Embassy of the Republic of Kosovo in Dhaka hosted a reception marking the 18th Anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Kosovo. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T08:54:33.257Z Kosovo national day celebrated in Dhaka with calls for deeper ties Kosovo, Event, Investment https://en.prothomalo.com/entertainment/music/b89j1pemgf https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/l9on6iyn/HGSEnRbaEAAo6wY.jpg https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/pmprvody/HGSezpja0AAsI8o.jpg Justin Bieber and Billie Eilish at Coachella. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/s5vfk0d4/HGSEnQzWEAAeKr7.jpg Justin Bieber and Billie Eilish at Coachella. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/utx20yg3/HGSEnRbaEAAo6wY.jpg Justin Bieber and Billie Eilish at Coachella. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T08:42:47.608Z Billie Eilish joins Justin Bieber on stage, gets 'One Less Lonely Girl' serenade Justin Bieber, Billie Eilish, Music, Festival, Singer https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/7ofi6u4yzf https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/70hpehae/3249129.webp Debapriya Bhattacharya addresses at the 9th SANEM Annual Economists' Conference (9SAEC) on 19 April, 2026 Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T08:03:42.915Z Bangladesh’s reform journey marked by missed opportunities and institutional failures.: Debapriya Reform, CPD, Corruption https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/politics/04mw411yzf https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2025-11-15/xx1lxc0g/prothomalo-bangla2020-092be4a6df-b82a-4cc6-abf6-f9d73cb6a839frame1600X1067.avif BNP logo Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T07:36:59.738Z BNP announces names of nominated candidates for reserved women’s seats BNP, BNP Candidate, Politics, MP https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/w5upiiqrn3 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/08322ugd/image-379575-1776667436.jpg Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Husain inaugurated the campaign at Little Angel Seminary at Zinda Park in Narayanganj. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T07:32:09.591Z Nationwide measles-rubella vaccination campaign begins, who will get it Measles, Vaccination, Immunisation, Children, Health https://en.prothomalo.com/international/middle-east/gs1m82s58n https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/3vuao6n5/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-20x7eswsswexecution.avif Iran executed two men on Monday convicted of having links to Israel's spy agency, the judiciary said. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T06:57:46.950Z Iran executes two men convicted of links to Israel's spy agency Iran, Israel, Execution, Middle East War https://en.prothomalo.com/youth/education/4ytvor35vg https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/z5spsydx/prothomalo-bangla2025-04-1059rmpcco৭.avif An SSC candidate glances through the pages of a book at the last moment while riding a motorcycle with a guardian. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T06:02:15.451Z SSC examinations 2026 begin tomorrow, candidates must follow 14 guidelines SSC, SSC Exam, SSC Routine, Education https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/cricket/4nn6ycx69n https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/588nb0lv/toss.avif Mehidy Hasan flips the coin as New Zealand captain Tom Latham looks on https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/eglo85cw/rubel-farewell.avif Pacer Rubel Hossain has been given farewell as he retires from international cricket on 15 April Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T05:39:51.265Z New Zealand opt to bat again as Bangladesh face another chase New Zealand, Bangladesh Cricket https://en.prothomalo.com/international/europe/k4jgphwd6n https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2023-11/259363c3-29c2-4750-b8b5-eec14addde5d/2023_11_10T153158Z_1125989429_RC2FK1A1XPQH_RTRMADP_3_A24_ELON_MUSK.JPG Elon Musk Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T05:33:00.238Z France summon Elon Musk over X probe Elon Musk, France, Interview, Politics https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/qor00uvkf1 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-17/u78t24dm/3-prothomalo-bangla2026-04-17f82n07noOil-Crisis-01.avif Spending hours in line for fuel, a man lies on his motorcycle and takes a nap while waiting in Asad Gate area of Dhaka on 17 April 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T05:15:29.516Z Transport costs for goods are rising Fuel Crisis, Fuel Price, IMF Loan https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/g0cphnmkcm https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/cj1631c6/sip.avif MT Golden Horizon arrived at the port on Sunday Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T05:13:20.706Z 12 tankers dock in 20 days; fuel pressure yet to ease fully Fuel Crisis, Fuel, War https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/local-news/2y54m9ou92 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/n762ul8b/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-20ysjr2uan67780324216837721130373072855891064418197182n.avif Deputy commissioner of Bogura Md Toufiqur Rahman welcomed Prime Minister Tarique Rahman with flowers at the Bogura Circuit House. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T05:07:45.169Z Prime Minister Tarique Rahman reaches Bogura Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, Bogura, BNP Government https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/jigg4ap9ig https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/48kzv28e/351082-01-02.jpg Prime Minister Tarique Rahman visits Bogura, marking milestone tour with development pledges and emotional homecoming. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/5vtrzxeh/404039-01-02.jpg Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T03:00:29.941Z Tarique Rahman leaves for Bogura on his maiden visit as PM Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, BNP Government, Bogura https://en.prothomalo.com/international/rl9f5dcpim https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-20/htk34ekn/527854-01-02.jpg This handout photo taken and provided by the Iranian Foreign Ministry on April 15, 2026 shows Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi (R) welcoming Pakistan's Army Chief Asim Munir upon his arrival at the airport in Tehran. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T02:45:27.887Z Iran not planning to attend talks with US in Pakistan Iran-Israel Conflict, Iran-Israel Ceasefire , Pakistan https://en.prothomalo.com/business/local/jnw9mpcu9s https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-19/1u5dntmi/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-167hf2z4e8EV.avif E-bikes Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T02:43:41.863Z Low-cost commuting: E-bikes gaining popularity in the city Transport, Motorbike, Motorcycle, Fuel Crisis https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/5o36xpt7fj https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-16/xack529o/measless.avif As measles infections rise across the country, pressure is mounting on hospitals with an increasing number of child patients Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T02:35:11.894Z Measles testing falls short amid kit shortage, obscuring true scale of outbreak Exclusive, Measles, Vaccination, Immunisation, Expanded Programme on Immunisation https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/stw1dklnl7 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-03-06/ctnxpanq/Oil-2.jpeg Long queue of cars and motorcycles at Khalek Service Centre, Darus Salam, Dhaka as people started panic buying of fuel for their vehicles Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T02:30:03.767Z BPC has increased supply after fuel price hike Fuel Crisis, Fuel Price, Price Hike, Exclusive, Supply Chain https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/op-ed/dgv7rqo0mh https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2024-01/eac4baca-8e0a-452a-bd86-a2c6dc20e96a/Brick_kilns.webp Chimneys spew out black fumes from the brick kilns, polluting the air. The picture was taken from Mollar Hat, South Keraniganj https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/import/media/2020/01/07/16c2223f2bcefc8c85ab3ed7fa5aa620-10.jpg Smokes belch out of brick kiln chimneys at Patharghata, Munshiganj Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-20T02:23:09.927Z Brick kilns and air pollution: Governance crisis, labour exploitation, missed industrial transition Brick Kiln, Air Pollution, Dhaka, Good Governance https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/q6sw8tb2cn https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-19/ah4kkgl7/Dinesh-Trivedi-01.avif Dinesh Trivedi https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-19/3hs9v2a7/Dinesh-Trivedi-02.jpg Dinesh Trivedi Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-19T16:19:23.240Z India names former minister Dinesh Trivedi as next High Commissioner to Bangladesh Bangladesh-India Relations, India, Indian High Commissioner, Diplomacy, BJP, Politics https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/politics/qgvz6mtf9m https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-19/0eqdq9s3/Nahid-Ncp-01.avif NCP Convener Nahid Islam welcomes the newly joined members of the party at the party’s temporary central office in Banglamotor, Dhaka on 19 APril 2026 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-19/01fujdtr/Nahid-Ncp-02.avif NCP Convener Nahid Islam welcomes the newly joined members of the party at the party’s temporary central office in Banglamotor, Dhaka on 19 APril 2026 Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-19T15:21:49.674Z 44 from AB Party, UP Bangladesh and Anti-Discrimination Student Movement join NCP National Citizen Party - NCP, Nahid Islam, Asif Mahmud https://en.prothomalo.com/business/local/j87ou19ztq https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-19/7rd4ityf/Rehman-and-Sobhan.avif Renowned economist Rehman Sobhan, chairman of the Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD), speaks as a special guest at the session titled ‘Illusion about Reforms: The Story of Bangladesh’ on the last day of the annual economist conference of the South Asian Network on Economic Modeling (SANEM) on Sunday. Prothom Alo English en 2026-04-19T15:08:19.088Z Loan defaulters have become part of political system: Rehman Sobhan Loan defaulter, Politics, Political Party