https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/cricket/pansrbd750 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/ns0niebt/SHORIFUL-reacts-after-taking-Muhammad-Abbas-wicket1.avif Shoriful Islam https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/eg2irkmo/ShorifulreactsafterhebowledoutRobinson1.avif Shoriful Islam celebrates with teammates after he bowled out New Zealand batter Robinson https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/lmvg2l7v/ShorifulbowledoutRobinson3.avif New Zealand batter Robinson is bowled by Bangladesh left-arm pacer Shoriful Islam (not in picture) https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/ihj8888m/Shoriful-Islam-in-Test-Cricket.avif Bangladesh pacer Shoriful Islam celebrates a Test wicket with team mates https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/oe0ast6q/Shoriful-Taskin-Shaun-Tait-atNationalcricketteampracticeatAcademyground.avif Bangladesh pacers Shoriful Islam and Taskin Ahmed with pace bowling coach Shaun Tait at the practice session of the national team at the Academy ground Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-04T12:17:12.068Z Shoriful Islam in interview: ‘We are all the same, all performers’ Shoriful Islam, ODI, Test Cricket, T20 Cricket, Interview https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/qi6bhfzc49 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-29/1ftaky3l/Measles-1.avif Children with measles and symptoms of measles being treated at DNCC Dedicated Covid Hospital at Mohakhali, Dhaka on 28 April 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-04T11:58:23.778Z 17 more children die from measles, symptoms, deaths cross 300 Death, DGHS, Measles, Children https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/politics/qor2s9e1l2 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/i2kba2q1/Chattagram-bar.avif Awami League-backed lawyers take position in front of CDBA Library in Chattogram on 4 May Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-04T11:41:20.867Z AL–backed lawyers ‘obstructed’ from collecting nomination papers Chattogram, Chattogram District Bar Association, Awami League https://en.prothomalo.com/corporate/local/sogop293c0 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/z90ae5zu/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-17.16.38.jpeg DBL Ceramics has created the world’s first autism-friendly tile collection, ‘NeuroTiles’. Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-04T11:41:12.479Z DBL Ceramics launches world’s first autism-friendly tile collection, NeuroTiles & Open-Source Inclusive Design Guideline Autism, Children, Corporate news https://en.prothomalo.com/business/global/a7lhoqilcp https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/hh4ead7l/SelectUSA-Photo2026.jpeg US Ambassador Brent T Christensen is leading a delegation of 25 Bangladeshi business leaders to the SelectUSA Investment Summit 3-6 May in Washington, DC. Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-04T11:26:18.903Z Ambassador Christensen leads Bangladesh delegation to 2026 SelectUSA Investment Summit US Ambassador Brent Christensen, Business, USA https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/7r7wlqax49 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/gqd525qc/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-15.30.08.jpeg Pranay Verma pays farewell visit to Foreign Minister Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-04T11:18:15.081Z Pranay Verma pays farewell visit to Foreign Minister Indian High Commissioner, Foreign Minister, Khalilur Rahman https://en.prothomalo.com/business/cddatme3wc https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-02-17/wgm6nhfb/prothomalo-bangla2026-02-15w5i3ou1wbangladeshgovernmentlogo.avif Logo of the Bangladesh Government Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-04T10:55:11.149Z New pay structure for govt employees may be partially implemented from 1 July Pay Scale, National Budget, Government Employees https://en.prothomalo.com/photo/yt4l7pcbmt https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/ryerb6gy/14.-RajshahiBird.jpg https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/sgdfwl8g/1.-Sirajgonj-Duck.jpg A goose stands regally on the bank of the Fuljor River. Photo taken from Berabajuwa area in Raiganj of Sirajganj on 4 May 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/7sqfxjde/2.-Rangamativomor.JPG A bee collects nectar from flowers. Photo taken from Katashir area in Rangamati on 4 May 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/exojp490/3.-MeherpurFlower.jpg Colourful zinnias bloom in a small courtyard enclosed by brick walls. Photo taken from Gangni area in Meherpur on 4 May 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/fuel4tdo/5.-RangamatiBoat.JPG Farmers return home by boat after selling their produce and buying essentials. Photo taken from Bak Chhari Mukh area in Rangamati on 4 May 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/ahw4a362/7.-RangpurHoker.JPG A peanut seller prepares to go around selling his goods. Photo taken from Public Library Field in Rangpur on 4 May 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/lkio29wb/9.-GazipurRainy-Day.jpg It has been raining heavily since morning, and this flower blooms in beauty. Photo taken from Mawna area in Sreepur of Gazipur on 4 May 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/g2kw10yz/14.-RajshahiBird.jpg A weaver bird busy building its nest. Photo taken from Meher Chandi Madhyapara area in Rajshahi on 4 May 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/72sl7c4m/15.-FaridpurStudent-Plan.jpg Students play at the school premises before the start of their classes. Photo taken from Hajar Bigha Government Primary School in Faridpur on 4 May 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-04T10:40:40.852Z TOP SHOTS (4 May 2026) TOP SHOTS, Photo Story, Photography, Nature https://en.prothomalo.com/entertainment/movies/lmlpp2mjuc https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/uyx9iefx/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-01jconr0vm68637067513854292369497923476043657653039142n.avif Poster of the film 'Devil Wears Prada' https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-01/xgmnza54/1777637646-unbnewswire.jpg This image released by 20th Century Studios shows Meryl Streep, left, and Anne Hathaway in a scene from 'The Devil Wears Prada 2'. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-27/67wxwwim/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-26y72p50m2MV5BOGZiZmY2ZTktZDU1Mi00YThkLWJkZTAtMmYxNmRmNmVjMWY3XkEyXkFqcGcV1.avif Jaafar Jackson in a scene of the film 'Michael'. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2025-07-27/6rhnmbjd/MV5BYmIxZjc3NTAtMzcxNy00Y2RkLWEzNWMtZGM1NjEwZGJiMjQxXkEyXkFqcGc.V1.jpg Ryan Gosling in a scene of the film 'Project Hail Mary' Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-04T10:34:45.859Z 'Devil Wears Prada 2' takes top spot in box office Film, Box Office, Hollywood, Movie Sequel, Movie https://en.prothomalo.com/lifestyle/t9eh7ijo2r https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/wfdyld7f/Club-outside-Dhaka.avif Clubs envision grand events on campus despite various limitations. Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-04T09:55:51.628Z The struggles and challenges of clubs outside Dhaka Fund, Economic Crisis, Good Idea https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/uaek0nj4q2 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-03-03/3pbd55h3/High-Court.webp The High Court Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-04T09:19:20.431Z US-Bangladesh trade deal: Writ filed challenging legality Trade agreement, USA, High Court https://en.prothomalo.com/business/64buqmkgpu https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/26bs2lnv/mmm.jpg Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-04T08:39:33.521Z CII views 'Bangladesh First' policy as aligned with India’s goals Bangladesh-India Relations, Diplomacy https://en.prothomalo.com/international/india/xcunqt9v9p https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/cdt19fx9/610840-01-02.jpg A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel stands guard as election officials count votes after the West Bengal Legislative Assembly elections at the Netaji Indoor Stadium in Kolkata on 4 May, 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-04T08:29:21.666Z India's Modi eyes win in opposition-held West Bengal West Bengal, Election, BJP, Narendra Modi, Trinamool Congress , Mamata Banerjee https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/lyzvd09jja https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/import/media/2017/09/16/5df2d9c079f42812d309c5fb77bb2478-e-tin-thumb.jpg A TIN certificate Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-04T08:00:41.458Z What you can't do without a TIN in Bangladesh Tax, Tax Return, Income Tax, Taxpayer https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/xmm7wimwsc https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/oef0f82o/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.17.35-PM.jpeg https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/3t9ijs8p/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.50.37-PM.jpeg https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2025-08-15/oqfziprz/trump.avif Donald Trump has created unrest around the world by imposing high tariffs on various countries Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-04T07:54:40.432Z Bangladesh must comply with 131 conditions, US with only 6 Trade agreement, Reciprocal Tariff, USA, Import, Export, Exclusive, Interim Government https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/crime-and-law/ozazcs926r https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-01/q0ty45d1/Child-Rape.avif Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-04T07:15:48.501Z Case filed against madrasa teacher as 11-year-old rape victim found pregnant Child Rape, Rape, Netrokona https://en.prothomalo.com/international/8rob998nw1 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-17/0euf2bcb/Strait-of-Hormuz.avif Map of Strait of Hormuz Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-04T07:15:44.875Z Iran military says US forces will be attacked if they enter Hormuz Iran-Israel Conflict, Strait of Hormuz https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/politics/g48q6pmqet https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/3osrju1c/sARA.avif Senior Supreme Court lawyer Sara Hossain at the convention, titled “National Convention on Energy, Economy, Reform and Referendum," organised by NCP Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-04T05:30:43.608Z Judges hesitate ten times before granting bail: Sara Hossain National Citizen Party - NCP, Court, Supreme Court Bar Association https://en.prothomalo.com/international/india/5r252eahcx https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/0q03z3n9/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-04sv8qu4ifstrongroom.avif The counting began simultaneously at 8:00 am local time today across 77 centres set up in 23 districts of West Bengal, including Kolkata. Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-04T05:10:32.898Z West Bengal Assembly election: BJP leads in 172 seats, Trinamool in 112 West Bengal, Election, BJP, Trinamool Congress https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/gmvhiuazzu https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/6afc5lyv/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-04kyy5wsltWhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-9.56.42-AM.avif Zamil Ahmed Limon had gone abroad to pursue a PhD; he returned as a body. Relatives try to touch him one last time. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/m0geooo9/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-044hg5njgcWhatsAppImage20260504at101235AM.avif The body of Zamil Ahmed Limon, who was murdered in Florida, has been brought back to the country. Grieving relatives at the airport. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/oggjrrn2/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-0428g8pancWhatsAppImage20260504at95640AM.avif The body of Zamil Ahmed Limon, who was murdered in Florida, has been brought back to the country. Grieving relatives at the airport. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/hl4c9ein/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-045n7e3nuyWhatsAppImage20260504at95641AM.avif The body of Zamil Ahmed Limon, who was murdered in Florida, has been brought back to the country. Grieving relatives at the airport. Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-04T04:55:06.430Z Body of Bangladeshi student Limon, murdered in Florida, arrives home Bangladesh Students, Murder, USA, Dead body https://en.prothomalo.com/international/india/hwvkqit6pe https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/9rovtdor/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-045v7jto6t1a6ebf40-1193-445a-adf9-848998254601.avif Bharatiya Janata Party and the Trinamool Congress's logos. Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-04T04:08:14.801Z Early Trends show Trinamool and BJP locked in close fight West Bengal, Election, BJP, Trinamool Congress , Mamata Banerjee https://en.prothomalo.com/international/india/za8uwm1j07 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/8pgz2fnd/20260503277L.jpg Security personnel deployed outside the strongroom at Netaji Indoor Stadium ahead of vote counting for the West Bengal Legislative Assembly Elections 2026, in Kolkata on 3 May 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-04T03:34:49.577Z We will get 168 to 174 seats: BJP's Tapas Roy as vote counting begins for West Bengal Assembly polls West Bengal, Election, India, Mamata Banerjee, Trinamool Congress , BJP https://en.prothomalo.com/international/india/oree76a8f3 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-04/m60d11h0/Info.avif Mamata Banerjee and Suvendu Adhikari. Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-04T02:53:23.734Z Vote counting to begin shortly; when will results be known India, West Bengal, Election, Mamata Banerjee https://en.prothomalo.com/lifestyle/travel/ebacn7zs6v https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/r3okcilc/train-1.jpeg A glimpse through the train window https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/ki1w6kjj/train-4.jpeg Michael Miller takes a peek at the scenery whizzing by https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/i3e4vuje/train-2.jpeg Michael Miller and wife Philippa Wood https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/ewl55ltw/train-3.jpeg Talking about trains https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/9k002fbg/train.jpeg A busy station Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-04T02:18:45.932Z To Sreemangal on a train with HE Michael Miller! Travel, Train, Sylhet, EU, Diplomats https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/op-ed/lr73dpqfh3 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2020-06/cc35558a-ec9e-4219-9c60-b320d94844b7/65e745f2247a0df3f1deef68345e918f_5edce934d12a7.webp Foods being prepared on a roadside mobile shop without following any health guidelines amid the coronavirus outbreak. Shanir Akhra, Dhaka https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2021-02/644708ff-daa5-4b6a-9c97-7ffb2b7df566/sf1.jpg Street food in Dhaka is popular, but teems with bacteria. Customers buying street food in Gulistan of the capital city on Sunday Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-04T02:18:36.086Z Reviving Dhaka: Safe streets, safe food, healthy environment Health, Hygiene, Food, Street Children https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/editorial/7utmzesawb https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2021-02/d7459148-ccd3-4767-a10b-74871ca1ba97/ed.png Editorial Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-04T02:18:26.848Z Attack on Prothom Alo and The Daily Star: Govt’s political will vital for proper investigation Attack on Prothom Alo, Attack on The Daily Star, Freedom of press https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/tpzc5qzg84 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/kew8q90s/sworn-in.jpg 49 reserved women’s seats MPs sworn in, NCP nominee yet to take oath Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-03T16:58:36.136Z 49 reserved women’s seats MPs sworn in, NCP nominee yet to take oath Women, MP, 13th Parliament https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/fkonz5w74h https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/05e6g6ai/Nurul-Kabir.jpeg Nurul Kabir, President of the Editors’ Council and Editor of New Age, addresses a discussion organised by the Editors’ Council and the Newspaper Owners’ Association of Bangladesh (NOAB) to mark World Press Freedom Day 2026 on 3 May 2026 Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-03T16:53:48.688Z Nurul Kabir urges political parties to abandon double standards to facilitate responsible journalism Newspaper Owners’ Association of Bangladesh (NOAB), Editors' Council, World Press Freedom Day, Freedom of press https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/government/i0ughndatb https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/fxx2cga2/DC-Conference-1.jpg Prime Minister Tarique Rahman addresses the four-day DCs Conference 2026 at the Osmani Memorial Auditorium in Dhaka on 3 May 2026 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/qd0tl6c4/DC-Conference-4.jpg Prime Minister Tarique Rahman addresses the four-day DCs Conference 2026 at the Osmani Memorial Auditorium in Dhaka on 3 May 2026 Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-03T16:26:04.506Z Govt officials should have mentality to work in all positions: PM Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, DC Conference https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/mqkalkirqb https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/yxjnmeu8/Mafuz-Anam-at-a-discussion.avif Mahfuz Anam, Editor of The Daily Star, speaks at a discussion organised by the Editors’ Council and the Newspaper Owners’ Association of Bangladesh (NOAB) on the occasion of World Press Freedom Day 2026. The event was held in the afternoon on 3 May 2026 at the CIRDAP auditorium in Dhaka. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/dhk825cl/Press-freedom.avif Guests attend a discussion organised by the Editors’ Council and the NOAB on the occasion of World Press Freedom Day 2026. The event was held on Sunday afternoon at the CIRDAP auditorium in the capital. Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-03T16:16:53.302Z Instilling sense of responsibility key alongside press freedom: Mafuz Anam World Press Freedom Day, Freedom of press, Journalism, Mahfuz Anam https://en.prothomalo.com/business/local/k2c097tuyj https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2025-11-01/5mqt3bi8/prothomalo-bangla2023-12b0007dd4-a463-4cee-949b-f282c5076c45Businessthumbnail.avif Remittance Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-03T15:06:21.631Z Inward remittances surpass $3b in April Remittance, Expatriate, Labour Migration, Economy https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/ma1ontn68v https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-25/xlb8vm3i/prothomalo-bangla2026-02-18bwjx1gunBangladesh-Police.avif The logo of Bangladesh Police Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-03T15:04:03.579Z 16 DIGs sent into compulsory retirement as govt rejigs police leadership Police, DIG, Retirement, BNP Government https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/4d2vcixqkd https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/8td6xk5p/INformation-Minister.jpeg Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapon speaks at a discussion organised by the Editors’ Council and the Newspaper Owners’ Association of Bangladesh in Dhaka marking World Press Freedom Day on 3 May 2026 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/avttim9e/One-minute-Silence.jpeg A one-minute silence was observed before the discussion organised by the Editors’ Council and the Newspaper Owners’ Association of Bangladesh in Dhaka marking World Press Freedom Day on 3 May 2026 Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-03T14:12:14.818Z Govt taking initiative to form Media Commission: Information Minister World Press Freedom Day, Freedom of press, Media, Zahir Uddin Swapon, Information Minister https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/lpli32r1dh https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/qdsz50z2/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-02pu930gj11.-plans-to-introduce-women-buses-bicycle-and-monorail-in-Dhaka.avif In the capital, the random stopping of buses creates obstacles for other vehicles, leading to traffic congestion. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/bogoicnw/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-02oub12oky2.-plans-to-introduce-women-buses-bicycle-and-monorail-in-Dhaka.avif The government plans to initially operate nine buses on eight routes for women. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/vn304237/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-02hoes1eds3.-plans-to-introduce-women-buses-bicycle-and-monorail-in-Dhaka.avif This bus, operating on the capital’s roads, has its rear body tied with ropes and chains to prevent it from collapsing. The photo was taken in Gulistan on 12 April 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/v0i5maak/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-02lit0ad0w4.-plans-to-introduce-women-buses-bicycle-and-monorail-in-Dhaka.avif A metro rail line is currently operational from Uttara to Motijheel. Work is under way to extend it to Kamalapur. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/5xphli2i/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-02n1pzp6ub5.-plans-to-introduce-women-buses-bicycle-and-monorail-in-Dhaka.avif A monorail in operation in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-03T14:03:04.971Z Women-only buses, cycle services, monorail: new additions coming to Dhaka’s public transport Public Transport, Dhaka, Communication, Metro Rail, Mono Rail, BNP Government, Exclusive https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/op-ed/u5h53o7scy https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2023-08/b362d7da-f77b-4c8c-9e88-0e7701ec8f80/2023_08_21T155316Z_1829810626_RC2GX1AJIG94_RTRMADP_3_AI_COPYRIGHT_LAWSUIT.JPG An AI (Artificial Intelligence) sign is seen at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) in Shanghai, China 6 July, 2023. Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-03T13:43:34.678Z The comfort of AI, the absence of us AI, Open AI, Social Media, Human Brain https://en.prothomalo.com/youth/education/cdrarbf58o https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/8xzgbrw1/English-Medium-School-Fair.avif The fair, which began online on 26 April under the slogan “Right Decisions, A Better Future,” will continue until 5 May 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-03T13:42:52.076Z Admission fair: Finding the best English-medium schools English Medium School, English Medium School Admission Fair, Admission Fair https://en.prothomalo.com/youth/education/w4lfff6hhq https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/k24djb8m/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-03m8noxuos9.avif The international education framework provided through the British Council facilitates students’ access to higher education at universities both at home and abroad. Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-03T13:28:21.427Z How Bangladeshi students are being shaped as global citizens English Medium School Admission Fair, English Medium School, Admission Fair, British Council, Prothom Alo https://en.prothomalo.com/youth/education/txnacsvz7b https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/n22izwwu/The-Age-of-AI.avif A family has arrived at the ''English Medium School Admission Fair 2026'' organized by the British Council and Prothom Alo Dotcom. 2 May 2026; Gulshan Shooting Club, Dhaka. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/56ydtm45/English-Medium.avif In an open discussion hosted by Smita Chowdhury (middle), the guests included, from left, Syed Fahim Faisal, Golam Samdani Don, Nazmul Hasan, and Ayesha Akter. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/lklnj6g5/English-Medium-1.avif Parents and visitors are able to gather admission-related information and advice from the fair. 2 May 2026; Gulshan Shooting Club, Dhaka. Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-03T13:20:14.312Z Skill-based education essential in the age of AI English Medium School Admission Fair, Student, Artificial intelligence https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/q7lv0s3qio https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/u6byfcm8/Kamal-Ahmed-TIB.jpeg Kamal Ahmed, Consulting Editor of The Daily Star, speaks at a discussion, Rebuilding Public Trust: Media Independence and Democratic Accountability in Bangladesh, at the TIB office at Dhanmondi, Dhaka on 3 May 2026 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/dhkppti2/TIB-Programme.jpeg Speakers at a discussion, Rebuilding Public Trust: Media Independence and Democratic Accountability in Bangladesh, at the Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) office in Dhanmondi, Dhaka, marking World Press Freedom Day on 3 May 2026 Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-03T13:13:30.095Z Media credibility at rock bottom, owners’ interference to blame: Kamal Ahmed World Press Freedom Day, Freedom of press, TIB, UNESCO https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/2sc9ezz00m https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/elm5fwzs/death-from-measles-1.avif Children suffering from measles and measles-like symptoms are receiving treatment at the DNCC Dedicated COVID Hospital in the capital. Here is a picture of one such child undergoing treatment. Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-03T12:32:13.315Z 10 more children die from measles and symptoms, death toll rises to 294 Measles, Death, Children https://en.prothomalo.com/photo/bangladesh/bkuwatx7er https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/qvysw382/10–bogura-water-hyacinths-in-pond-03052026.JPG Boishar beel is filled with water hyacinth, enhancing the natural landscape. In the meantime, locals spend busy hours fishing with rods in the wetland. Gabtali, Bogura, 3 May. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/q3sktwbl/1-khulna-jasmine-flower-03052026.JPG White jasmine flowers bloom with a gentle smile. Gazirhat, Dighalia, Khulna, 3 May. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/n0m9jtzz/2-faridpur-bamboo-box-03052026.jpg There is always a demand for bamboo baskets for household and market use. A woman is making bamboo baskets in her yard for sale. Mallik Dangi, Ishan Gopalpur, Faridpur, 3 May. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/oc58076d/3-khulna-boat-in-canal-03052026.JPG Two young men set out for work in the morning, travelling by boat along the canal. Barakpur, Dighalia, Khulna, 3 May. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/bim7jlz5/4-cormorant-bird-faridpur-03052026.jpg After spending a long time diving in the pond to catch fish, a cormorant now rests on a pole. Paranpur, Faridpur, 3 May. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/48rdr4k0/5-mango-rangamati-03052026.JPG Pragati Chakma protects his mangoes using the bagging method to safeguard them from insect attacks and various diseases. Rangamati, 3 May. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/t02gq9tt/7-sylhet-surma-river-03052026.JPG A sandbar recently emerged in the Surma River in Sylhet, and boat movement had ceased in many areas due to low water levels. Following several days of rainfall, the river has filled up, and boats are now operating. Alampur, Sylhet, 3 May. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/wz4y71fp/8-bandarbans-vegetables-03052026.jpg A woman weighs papaya and pumpkin grown in the hills and haggles over the price with a trader. Marma Bazaar, Bandarban, 3 May. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/m2fa8anp/9-bandarbans-banana-03052026.jpg Traders load bananas produced in the hills onto a truck to transport them to Chattogram city for the wholesale market. In front of the Central Jame Mosque, Bandarban, 3 May. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/ub694lht/10–bogura-water-hyacinths-in-pond-03052026.JPG Boishar beel is filled with water hyacinth, enhancing the natural landscape. In the meantime, locals spend busy hours fishing with rods in the wetland. Gabtali, Bogura, 3 May. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/507yapw8/11-rangpur-paddy-hervesting-03052026.JPG The Boro paddy harvesting season has begun in Rangpur. A group of workers carrying harvested paddy. Balarampur, Rangpur, 3 May. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/k9qcfjqf/12-sylhet-bird-black-drongo-03052026.JPG A drongo flies around the branches of roadside trees in search of insects. Mendibag, Sylhet, 3 May. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/6qe15dxz/13-butterfly-bogura-03052026.JPG A butterfly collects nectar from roadside flowers. Meghagacha, Bogura, 3 May. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/wpgvi631/14-rangpur-kite-03052026.JPG Two boys run towards an open field to fly their kites. Mominpur, Rangpur, 3 May. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/hi0vo2ul/15-gazipur-heron-03052026.JPG An egret sits on a coconut tree. Fawgan, Sreepur, Gazipur, 3 May. Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-03T12:14:44.873Z TOP SHOTS (3 May 2026) TOP SHOTS, Nature, Photography, Photo Story https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/356r2vxhg9 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/52mgia3f/Zahed-Ur-Rahman-TIB-Press-Freedom-1.jpeg Zahed Ur Rahman, Prime Minister’s Information and Broadcasting Adviser, addresses the event, marking the World Press Freedom Day, at the TIB office, Dhanmondi, Dhaka on 3 May 2025 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/dhkppti2/TIB-Programme.jpeg Speakers at a discussion, Rebuilding Public Trust: Media Independence and Democratic Accountability in Bangladesh, at the Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) office in Dhanmondi, Dhaka, marking World Press Freedom Day on 3 May 2026 Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-03T11:05:25.322Z I want to see a vibrant media thrive again in Bangladesh: Information adviser World Press Freedom Day, Freedom of press, TIB https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/local-news/py8hgjwbg8 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/3sdu44iz/Comilla.avif Police detained Rezaul Kaiyum, president of the BNP’s Adarsha Sadar upazila unit in Comilla. In protest, party leaders, activists, and supporters have surrounded Cumilla Kotwali Model police station on 3 May 2026 Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-03T09:43:08.112Z BNP men lay siege to police station following detention of a party leader, bus terminal shut down in Cumilla Extortion, BNP, Police Station, Police https://en.prothomalo.com/corporate/2o4o4qx9t4 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/6a8rxmey/PHOTOHOT-70.jpg Smartphone brand Infinix announced the launch of its latest HOT series device, the HOT 70, in Bangladesh Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-03T08:44:49.306Z Infinix launches HOT 70 as an all-round performer Corporate news, Smartphone, Launch, Technology https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/government/iay70lj61h https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/rsjfcem4/DC-Conference.jpg Prime Minister Tarique Rahman inaugurated four-day DC Conference at Osmani Memorial Auditorium today Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-03T07:51:33.808Z PM opens 4-day DC conference DC Conference, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/local-news/lan2hs4101 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/312p9fg3/a.avif Amid adverse weather, two farmers cut submerged paddy and head back by boat toward higher land. The photo was taken Friday afternoon in Dekhar Haor of Sadar upazila. Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-03T06:45:01.717Z 42,000 hectares of haor paddy damaged by rain and upstream flash floods Haor, Sunamganj Floods, Floods https://en.prothomalo.com/corporate/yd2gnbf12z https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/bw51li72/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-022pidng6dSakhawatHossainSheraton.avif Shakawath Hossain (right), chief executive officer (CEO) of Hotel Sheraton and Westin, receives the ‘Who’s Who Bangladesh 2026’ award from state minister for Information and Broadcasting Yeaser Khan Choudhury (centre). The award was presented recently at a hotel in the capital. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/2ulsfinn/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-02czgpc7c3Yaser-Khan-PID.avif State minister for Information and Broadcasting Yeaser Khan Choudhury speaks at the ‘Who’s Who Bangladesh 2026’ award ceremony, held recently at a hotel in Dhaka. Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-03T06:15:53.973Z Sheraton CEO wins ‘Who’s Who Bangladesh’ award in Global Profession category Corporate news, Award, CEO, Westin Dhaka https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/05fm455uiz https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/3dbrt9ld/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-03bpv5ni5072d24617-1ea5-41ef-b14c-2fce89f1654c.avif The bodies of the deceased have been recovered and brought to Sylhet MAG Osmani Medical College Hospital. In front of the hospital at 10:45 am on 3 May, 2026 Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-03T05:52:26.205Z 8 die in Sylhet truck-pickup collision, all construction workers Accident, Collision, Death, Sylhet https://en.prothomalo.com/international/india/mnlgey7u14 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/import/media/2015/05/28/48c8f71d82cb0399be89640a69d26dd8-Narendra-Modi-and-Mamata.jpg Narendra Modi and Mamata Banerjee Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-03T04:19:43.499Z Major exit poll agencies stay silent, Mamata raises concerns Poll, BJP, West Bengal, Vote, Trinamool Congress https://en.prothomalo.com/business/global/imoetd86tt https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-26/nkhgd2xy/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-23-at-16.28.07.jpeg Panos Mytaros, Bata Group CEO. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-26/pz40bf6q/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-23-at-16.28.05-2.jpeg Panos Mytaros, Bata Group CEO. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-26/u5k6z16v/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-23-at-16.28.07-2.jpeg Panos Mytaros, Bata Group CEO. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-04-26/1ypew9xy/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-23-at-16.28.07-1.jpeg Panos Mytaros, Bata Group CEO. Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-03T03:35:45.314Z We will keep making good shoes, we will democratise comfort: Bata CEO Bata, Bata Bangladesh, Shoe, CEO, Brand, Business, Interview https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/q0xegr1f1h https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/ej2np55b/wpf.avif https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2025-06-11/4fpqje19/prothomalo-bangla2024-08-22hd71yllpUntitled-2.avif journalists Shakil Ahmed and Farzana Rupa being taken to court https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/sgd0mc2o/shaukat_MAHMOOD.avif Shaukat Mahmood—former president of the National Press Club and the Bangladesh Federal Union of Journalists (BFUJ), and secretary general of Janata Party Bangladesh—was arrested in a case under the Anti-Terrorism Act Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-03T03:33:25.876Z Investigations stall, journalists wait for bail World Press Freedom Day, Journalism, Freedom of press https://en.prothomalo.com/international/qk73yqwewx https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-03/6498i88p/604624-01-02.jpg US President Donald Trump spends the week-end at his Mar-A-Lago residence Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-03T02:48:40.805Z Trump says US not likely to accept new Iran peace proposal Israel-US attack on Iran, Donald Trump, Iran, Ceasefire, Pakistan https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/op-ed/d1759nqs54 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/import/media/2014/05/02/53639b7d42ef2-news-wpfd_logo_2012_594483665.jpg Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-03T02:41:20.741Z World Press Freedom Day: When will Bangladesh ensure full press freedom? Bangladesh, Media, Sweden, Freedom of press, World Press Freedom Day https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/crime-and-law/q7wxbq48ny https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2025-11-10/61ru3d27/Tarik-Saif-Mamun-1.avif On 10 November last year, top criminal Tariq Saif Mamun was shot dead at close range outside the National Medical Institute Hospital in Old Dhaka after appearing in court https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2025-05-28/qs862cq1/subrata-bain.avif (From L-R) Top criminals Arafat, Subrata Bain, Molla Masud and Sharif Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-03T02:40:30.877Z Top criminals go reckless again crime https://en.prothomalo.com/international/aqamszmcdn https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-02/977o5pf5/601245-01-02.jpg Motorists make their way past an anti-US billboard referring to President Donald Trump and the Strait of Hormuz, installed on a building at the Valiasr Square in Tehran on May 2, 2026. A senior Iranian military officer said on May 2 that renewed fighting between the US and Iran was "likely", hours after President Donald Trump said he was "not satisfied" with a new Iranian negotiating proposal. (Photo by AFP) / Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-02T16:57:34.797Z Iran says 'ball in US court', but ready for talks or war Iran-Israel Conflict, USA https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/d007vi5ozu https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-02/gb5mb1lc/Bang-and-India-relations.avif India’s Acting High Commissioner to Dhaka, Pawan Badhe, spoke as the chief guest at the opening ceremony of the exhibition. Dhaka, 2 May. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-02/7n1usbcq/Litu.avif Abul Khair Litu, Chairman of the Bengal Foundation, and Pawan Badhe inaugurate the exhibition by ringing a bell. Dhaka, 2 May. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-02/roucavrt/Image-of-art.avif Visitors view the exhibition. Dhaka, 2 May. Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-02T16:18:29.725Z Mutual respect and understanding essential to sustain progress in Bangladesh–India relations Bangladesh-India Relations, Diplomacy https://en.prothomalo.com/youth/education/svatuhjo4k https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-02/kimf1u9c/English-1.avif The ‘English Medium School Admission Fair 2026’ was held at the Gulshan Shooting Club in the capital, jointly organised by the British Council and Prothom Alo.com. Dhaka, 2 May. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-02/6close26/English-2.avif North West International School from Rangpur attracted attention by participating in the fair. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-02/aps8yuvr/English-3.avif The stall of Haileybury Bhaluka, an educational institution located in Mymensingh and directly operated from the United Kingdom, was present at the fair. Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-02T15:05:26.978Z 2 English-medium schools outside Dhaka aim to provide world-class education English Medium School Admission Fair, Education, Student, School, Exclusive https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/cricket/gexh0xyyx5 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-02/y0rj9tvl/601494-01-02-1.jpg New Zealand's Bevon Jacobs (L) plays a shot during the third T20 cricket match between Bangladesh and New Zealand at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur on May 2, 2026. (Photo by MUNIR UZ ZAMAN / AFP) Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-02T14:34:29.479Z New Zealand win rain-hit T20 to end Bangladesh series 1-1 New Zealand, Bangladesh Cricket, T20 Cricket https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/op-ed/8g7cpaf1e5 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-02/vu446los/Committee-for-democratic-rights.avif Speakers, including Anu Muhammad, at a discussion organised by the Committee for Democratic Rights at the Dhaka Reporters Unity on Saturday, presenting an evaluation of the BNP government’s two and a half months in office. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-02/qog0jzqk/Committee-for-democratic-rights-1.avif Speakers, including Anu Muhammad, at a discussion meeting organised by the Committee for Democratic Rights at the Dhaka Reporters Unity on Saturday, presenting an evaluation of the BNP government’s two and a half months in office. Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-02T14:04:53.787Z Govt effectively operating under 'America First' policy: Anu Muhammad Anu Mohammad, America, Policy https://en.prothomalo.com/youth/education/t50xz46qt6 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-02/cbxotf4e/ImageEnglish-Medium-FairSpecial-Article08.jpeg The importance of the British curriculum is increasing day by day as parents seek to raise their children as global citizens. Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-02T13:21:12.351Z Why choose a British curriculum English medium school for your child English Medium School Admission Fair, English Medium School, Education, Admission Fair, British Council, Prothom Alo, Prothom Alo Explainer https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/politics/bc0zyu338u https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-02/ghriz1pj/bcl.avif Some 10-12 BCL men brought out a flash procession at Dhaka University on 2 May. Prothom Alo English en 2026-05-02T12:33:35.280Z Two detained as banned BCL brings out flash procession at DU Dhaka University, BCL, Politics