https://en.prothomalo.com/photo/bangladesh/5y5hbxpuna
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/hmm8a6my/4.jpg
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/q7cnmxnm/1.jpg
In protest against abuse and oppression of women and children, Bondhushava organised a human chain and protest programme at SAARC Fountain in Karwan Bazar, Dhaka on 22 Friday 2026.
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/nbp7jpgq/2.jpg
A human chain is held in Ashulia, Savar, Dhaka on 22 May 2026, demanding four points, including exemplary punishment within a short time for those involved in the rape and murder of an eight-year-old child in Pallabi, Dhaka, as well as others involved in similar incidents.
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/69iz92nt/3.JPG
Prothom Alo Bondhushava Chattogram unit organises a human chain titled “We want safety for women and children; we demand swift and exemplary punishment for rapists and abusers.” Probortok Mor, Chattogram on 22 May 2026.
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/mxli9evs/4.jpg
A woman displays shoes demanding justice for rapists after several hundred people gather and stage a protest march under the banner of “Local Residents” in the Mirpur-10 roundabout area in Dhaka on 22 May 2026, demanding the execution of the child killer and protesting the deterioration of the country’s law and order situation.
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/41eyd3hd/5.JPG
People from various walks of life join a human chain organised by Prothom Alo Bondhushava in front of the Central Shaheed Minar, Sylhet on 22 May 2026, demanding safety for women and children and swift justice for rapists and abusers.
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/788vpe6c/6.JPG
Bangladesh Islami Chhatra Sena organises a human chain and protest march near Bakalia Naya Mosque in Chattogram, demanding justice for the child rapist in Bakalia and the killers of the child in Pallabi, Dhaka.
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/d9cbc3yv/7.jpg
Prothom Alo Bondhushava holds a human chain and protest programme in the Central Shaheed Minar of Chakaria, Cox’s Bazar on 22 May 2026, protesting sexual abuse and oppression of women and children and demanding swift justice to the perpetrators.
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/eu4w7h9x/8.jpg
Prothom Alo Bondhushava organises a human chain programme in front of Nawabganj Government College in Chapainawabganj on 22 May 2026, demanding safety for women and children and swift, exemplary punishment for rapists and abusers.
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-22T16:09:58.471Z
Violence against women and children draws protests across country
Photo Story, Violence Against Women, Child Rape
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/local-news/rfr0lm3m2n
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/9x6dapn4/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-2278kd2om8WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-22-at-8.02.43-PM-1.avif
Leaders and activists of Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal Jhenaidah district unit bring out a protest procession in Jhenaidah town on 22 May 2026.
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-22T16:04:09.715Z
Chhatra Dal demands action against Nasiruddin, accusing him of creating mob with weapons
Jhenaidah, NCP Candidate, Chhatra Dal, Politics, JCD
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/politics/yrlxqjig5r
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/0d2az3d0/Asif-Mahmud.avif
National Citizen Party (NCP) spokesperson Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuyain with other leaders of the party pose for a photograph after 229 leaders and activists from the two Dhaka city units of United People’s Bangladesh (UP Bangladesh)—a political platform formed by former leaders of the Islami Chhatra Shibir—officially joined the NCP at the National Press Club, Dhaka on 22 May 2026
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-22T14:57:50.153Z
If it’s violence they want, nobody can outdo us, we proved that during July Uprising: Asif Mahmud
Asif Mahmud, National Citizen Party - NCP, Jhenaidah, Political Violence, Chhatra Dal, Sarjis Alam
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/local-news/jcpxhkm605
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/4jkl0wur/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-226m7mdkv0emon.avif
Rapid Action Battalion member Imon Acharya
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-22T14:12:09.564Z
RAB member killed in stabbing while chasing ‘drug dealer’ fleeing police
RAB, Sylhet, Murder, Crime
https://en.prothomalo.com/youth/education/zoz524rpep
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/1rpnguwn/Dhaka-University-Campus.avif
Dhaka University campus
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-22T13:24:37.808Z
Discussion on reforming DU admission test, proposal for skills assessment
Admission Test, Dhaka University, Student
https://en.prothomalo.com/photo/w19hsva85a
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/cbte4jx1/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-22-at-16.25.53.jpeg
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/k669d81m/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-22-at-16.25.53.jpeg
A babui (weaver bird) perches inside its hanging nest on a palm tree. Photo taken from Kalatia in Keraniganj, Dhaka, on 22 May 2026
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/t9nigshg/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-22-at-16.25.52.jpeg
Nests of babui (weaver bird) hang from a palm tree. Woven with tiny beaks and relentless labour, the hanging nests resemble exquisite works of natural craftsmanship. Photo taken from Kalatia in Keraniganj, Dhaka, on 22 May.
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/wt9miyxz/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-21ingsqgce3.জেলেরা-কেউবা-নৌকায়-মাছ-খালাসের-অপেক্ষায়-কেউবা-সমুদ্রে-যাবার-অপেক্ষায়।-.avif
Some fishermen wait to unload fish from their boats, while others prepare to head out to sea. Photo taken from Nazirartek sea beach in Cox’s Bazar recently.
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/nyaoom4i/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-215daqhtsl2.avif
Various kinds of river and marine fish are unloaded from the boats at the beach. Photo taken from Nazirartek sea beach in Cox’s bazar recently.
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/57xq93fm/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-21d820dipk4.-CTG-Cow-Hut-Jewel-Shill-21052026.avif
Ahead of the Eid-ul-Azha, the supply of sacrificial animals is increasing in Chattogram city. Cattle of various sizes are arriving at livestock markets.
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/468xa9hf/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-21111sm9g35.-CTG-Cow-Hut-Jewel-Shill-21052026.avif
Farmers and workers are passing busy days unloading cattle and goats from trucks as well as arranging hay and bran at the markets. A cow is being unloaded from a truck at the CDA Balur Math market in Chattogram.
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/3n9rjrrk/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-21rwvltgzl4.-Bogra-Forge-Soyel-Rana-21.05.2026.avif
Muslims will offer sacrificial animals on Eid-ul-Azha. This has increased demand for knives and cleavers. The photo shows the helper of a blacksmith striking a red-hot iron with hammer at their workshop in Ashkola village of Bogura Sadar recently
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/dutowa6c/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-214mlcqyud6.-Bogra-Forge-Soyel-Rana-21.05.2026.avif
Ahead of the Eid-ul-Azha, activity has intensified in the blacksmiths’ workshop. Knives are being sharpened. Photo taken in Ashkola village of Bogura Sadar recently.
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/kg8g0xr1/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-21eps9s4aaSylhetPhoto6.avif
Jarul flowers bloom among the rows of tea bushes, along the slopes of the hillocks and across the paths of the tea garden. It seems the purple flowers have taken over the green tea estates. Photo taken in Syhet’s Daladali tea estate.
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/sdeurbs8/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-21wpk550uaSylhetPhoto9.avif
Fallen Jarul petals lie scattered, momentarily making passers-by pause. Photo taken recently in Syhet’s Daladali tea estate, wrapped in the serene beauty of blooming Jarul.
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-22T12:21:30.651Z
TOP SHOT (22 May 2026)
TOP SHOTS, Photography, Photo Story
https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/op-ed/xbo7fv3oem
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2021-01/5caabf67-1f78-4c2b-936d-dae7c5690b57/child_abuse.png
Child Rape
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-22T12:17:31.708Z
Response to sensational cases and public confidence in the judiciary
Child Rape, Judiciary, Justice, Law
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/dd541ivj3g
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/30csk3h1/Measles-Child.avif
A child with measles infection is being treated at a hospital
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-22T11:52:55.252Z
Death toll from measles and measles-like symptoms nears 500
Measles, Children, Public Health, DGHS
https://en.prothomalo.com/video/phjiwefph3
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/quhoebfj/Punishment-rate-in-women-and-child-repression-cases.avif
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-22T11:16:51.998Z
Violence against women and children: 3pc conviction rate fuels impunity
Violence, Violence Against Women, Child Rape, Murder, Crime, Justice, Tonu Murder
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/politics/bx574zvjxd
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/iimob446/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-220ya9cagtjhenaidahattact.avif
Nasiruddin Patwari was attacked in front of the Jhenaidah Municipal Collectorate Jame Mosque after Juma prayers on 22 May 2026.
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-22T11:07:20.580Z
Nasiruddin Patwary attacked in Jhenidah; allegation against Chhatra Dal, Jubo Dal
Chhatra Dal, Jubo Dal, National Citizen Party - NCP, Jhenaidah
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/city/ex11fngza4
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/qik7xldh/Protest-2.avif
Protests are under way at the Mirpur-10 Roundabout, Dhaka demanding the execution of the killer in the child rape and murder case, while also protesting against the deterioration of the country’s law-and-order situation. The photo was taken at around 3:00 pm today, 22 May 2026
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/xaa0vb7u/Protest-3.avif
Protests are under way at the Mirpur-10 Roundabout, Dhaka demanding the execution of the killer in the child rape and murder case, while also protesting against the deterioration of the country’s law-and-order situation. The photo was taken at around 3:00 pm today, 22 May 2026
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/3tbo4fhz/Protest-1.jpeg
Children, guardians and staff members of Nalanda High School form a human chain demanding an end to the killing and abuse of children, including the murder of a child in Dhaka’s Pallabi area, and calling for justice. Participants chanted, “I shall make this world fit for children — this is my solemn pledge to every newborn.” Protest songs were performed in chorus, while children and guardians carried placards bearing various messages of protest. The programme concluded with the national anthem. The photo was taken in front of the Chhayanaut building in Dhanmondi, Dhaka in the afternoon of 22 May 2026
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-22T10:59:49.789Z
Child rape and murder: Protests demanding swift trial, traffic disrupted
Crime, Child Rape, Rape, Murder, Dhaka, Protest, Demonstration
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/politics/pdhg56kd0j
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/2w2uw5bb/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-08yc88wv3lncp-rally-file-photo.avif
The National Citizen Party (NCP), contested the 13th parliamentary election with the Shapla Koli symbol and won six seats.
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/u9esmvc1/prothomalo-bangla2026-03-09kkfp8vgr1.avif
NCP Convener Nahid Islam at the launch event of the National Citizen Party (NCP) in front of the National Parliament Building in Dhaka on 28 February 2025.
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/91gyfxhz/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-169it37bihnahidncp.avif
NCP Convener Nahid Islam at an event marking the first founding anniversary of the party’s youth wing, Jatiya Jubo Shakti, on 16 May 2026.
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/oqt2sfz9/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-22tm7bwi4lparliamentary-committee-meeting-jamaat-ncp.avif
Members of the National Citizen Party are taking part in meetings of the parliamentary opposition party at the Sangsad Bhaban.
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-22T09:17:50.024Z
NCP shifts focus to grassroots politics beyond party office-centric programmes
National Citizen Party - NCP, Political Party, Politics, Jamaat-e-Islami, Election, 13th Parliament, Constitution
https://en.prothomalo.com/international/europe/yfnw5bt9e8
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/gmmj3lwe/image-388016-1779083257.jpg
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte answers journalists' questions as he arrives at the NATO Foreign Ministers' meeting in Helsingborg on May 22, 2026. Foreign ministers of the 32 NATO member states gathered in the Swedish city to finalise preparations for the upcoming Ankara Summit.
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-22T07:57:50.667Z
NATO chief welcomes Trump announcement of troops
NATO, Donald Trump
https://en.prothomalo.com/business/local/gjk4uavcqi
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/r5pmil37/info.avif
Ahead of the budget, invited guests including Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury attend a roundtable discussion organised by Prothom Alo. The event was held yesterday at the Sonargaon Hotel in the capital.
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/8zktpun7/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-22-at-1.13.02-PM.jpeg
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-22T07:34:48.687Z
Budget must bring relief to the people
Prothom Alo Roundtable, Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury, Hossain Zillur Rahman, Simeen Rahman, Budget 2026-27
https://en.prothomalo.com/business/local/mkuwc1x6px
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/dv5kcmv1/prothomalo-bangla2025-04-06o7ipw5nd3.avif
Transaction at bank
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-22T06:59:32.790Z
Banks to remain open tomorrow, Saturday
Banking Sector, Bangladesh Bank, Eid Holiday, Eid ul Azha, Public Holiday
https://en.prothomalo.com/international/americas/eu4fl52sv1
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/hsfpe1v3/2026-05-21T160701Z147533198RC2SDLACHY8URTRMADP3USA-TRUMP.JPG
US President Donald Trump speaks during an announcement with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin (not pictured) in the Oval Office at the White House, in Washington, DC, US, 21 May, 2026.
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-22T06:26:58.461Z
Trump says sending 5,000 US troops to Poland
Donald Trump, USA, Poland
https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/cricket/r28c577sfe
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/v964t2r4/DSC06902.jpg
British High Commission Dhaka hosted a special send-off reception in honour of the Bangladesh Women’s National Cricket Team as they prepare to depart for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026.
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/8q51z9io/DSC06977.jpg
British High Commission Dhaka hosted a special send-off reception in honour of the Bangladesh Women’s National Cricket Team as they prepare to depart for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026.
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-22T05:20:06.928Z
British High Commission hosts send-off reception for Bangladesh women’s cricket team ahead of T20 World Cup
Women's Cricket, ICC T20 World Cup, Bangladesh National Women's Cricket Team, British High Commission
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/3pduev052o
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/6t8oarco/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-21ibkxu4fzInma-Trust-01.avif
Guests attend an event to thank stakeholders, well-wishers and sponsors following the international recognition received by ‘Alor Pathshala’, run by the Prothom Alo Trust. The event was held on at the Prothom Alo office in Karwan Bazar, Dhaka on 21 May 2026.
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-22T05:15:52.430Z
International recognition for ‘Alor Pathshala’ inspires hopes for expansion
Prothom Alo Trust, INMA, Award, School, Scholarship
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/city/paux3u1k4a
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/vwaw6fa6/prothomalo-bangla2025-03-31biurshzx3.avif
Baitul Mukarram National Mosque.
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-22T04:03:00.887Z
Five Eid-ul-Azha jamaats scheduled at Baitul Mukarram
Eid ul Azha, Jamaat, Mosque
https://en.prothomalo.com/international/middle-east/d1jpcdh3qv
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-22/rmxhu0rl/2026-05-21T155941Z302671070RC2RDLAQMSW7RTRMADP3NATO-DIPLOMACY-SWEDEN.JPG
Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks to the press before boarding his plane at Homestead Air Reserve Base, Thursday, 21 May, 2026. Rubio is traveling to a NATO foreign ministers meeting in Sweden.
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-22T03:32:09.870Z
US pins hopes on mediator Pakistan in push to end Iran war
USA, Iran, Middle East War, Pakistan
https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/cpvqngmi7y
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-03-31/x322yhjj/prothomalo-bangla2026-03-31p2n83ejhWHATSAPP-IMAGE-2026-03-30-AT-74014-PM075054.avif
Children play at a daycare centre in Dhaka.
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-22T03:27:06.420Z
Rethinking child safety at home and beyond
Child Rape, Child Abuse, Child Safety
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/o0hcw5cgb1
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2024-03/3a080599-2ad9-4a5e-8da5-8699ea9e7838/Chowdhurypara__Hnila.webp
A forest is seen from Chowdhurypara in Hnila, Teknaf.
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-22T02:38:49.036Z
500 mother trees survive in dying forest
Forest, Cox's Bazar, Teknaf
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/3tzk05pevn
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-21/un6bcwkm/pm-Ramisa.jpg
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman visited Pallabi victim’s family offering condolences over tragic child killing incident case today
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-21T16:58:18.875Z
PM Tarique Rahman visits slain Ramisa's family residence at Pallabi
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, Crime, Child Rape, Rape
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/tnkws15d32
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-21/2n5fhy3u/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-21-at-5.47.01-PM.jpeg
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-21T16:43:38.168Z
Ensuring access to digital services for persons with disabilities is our priority: ICT Minister
ICT, Digital, Persons with Disabilities
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/5qmij9snij
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-02-12/84yprtic/prothomalo-bangla2023-05adb50a06-97f0-4445-b866-575d4a3be28bSYLHETDH048620230517SYLHETPHOTO72JPG.avif
Ariful Haque Chowdhury
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-21T15:55:16.549Z
Woman escapes scam centre in Cambodia, 7 Bangladeshis in Iraq regain passports
Women, Scam, Rescue Operation, Iraq
https://en.prothomalo.com/business/local/g00vdxkus8
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-21/8egvlff5/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-21509desz8Minister.avif
Finance Minister Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury speaks as the chief guest at a roundtable discussion organised by Prothom Alo at the Pan Pacific Sonargaon Dhaka on 21 May 2026.
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-21T15:36:50.496Z
Should we keep running after IMF for loans, asks finance minister
Finance Minister, Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury, Budget 2026-27, Economy, Tax, Business, loan
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/city/9i7m3c7ob3
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2024-08-24/j7o8viuz/Metro%20rail.jpg
Metro rail
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-21T15:22:32.512Z
Metro rail: Changes during Eid holidays
Metro Rail, Eid ul Azha, Eid Holiday
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/local-news/e98hh10s25
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-21/97p77eea/masrur-riaz.avif
Masrur Reaz
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-21T14:52:07.931Z
Everything will stagnate if investment does not revive: Masrur Reaz
Foreign Investment, Business, Economy
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/government/wtljq2jy8o
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-21/0cc5ed3l/salahuddin-ah.jpg
Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed spoke today at a press briefing held in the conference room of the Home Ministry
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-21T14:36:38.118Z
Govt wants Sheikh Hasina back through legal procedure: Salahuddin
Sheikh Hasina, Salahuddin Ahmed, India, Push-in
https://en.prothomalo.com/business/local/tog96alurh
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-21/ooho550y/Deb-1.avif
Today, CPD's distinguished fellow Debapriya Bhattacharya is speaking at a roundtable discussion titled ''Budget in Crisis and Public Expectation'', organised by Prothom Alo. The meeting is held at the Sonargaon Hotel in Karwan Bazar, Dhaka.
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-21T14:15:11.941Z
Controlling inflation will be the guiding principle of upcoming budget: Debapriya Bhattacharya
Inflation, Budget 2026-27, Economy
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/imectp68mn
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2022-06/6f60f5b5-7b10-4549-bcfb-e501b6d88a03/prothomalo_bangla_2020_08_5d2b2df8_da88_4f4d_9e86_cb35e032852a_prothomalo_import_media_2018_01_03_52.webp
Harassment
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-21T13:49:01.935Z
Multi-country research: 69pc harassment in media unreported
Harassment, Media, Journalism, Research, Bangladesh
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/politics/r35ex4obq4
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2025-10-11/jox121td/prothomalo-bangla2025-10-11x33n62ceCEC.avif
CEC AMM Nasir Uddin
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-21T13:35:21.138Z
EC wants bloodshed-free local government elections: CEC
EC, CEC AMM Nasir Uddin, Local Government Election
https://en.prothomalo.com/photo/bangladesh/7obf0qnpjp
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-21/yja8n7gt/12.-Moimonsing-Flower-Roadside.jfif
Lojjaboti flowers bloom beside the road in Gafargaon of Mymensingh on 21 May.
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Evening jasmine flowers bloom in a home garden. Tamai, Sirajganj, on 21 May.
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An artist paints football team flags ahead of the FIFA World Cup. Dhangara Bazar, Raiganj, Sirajganj, 21 May.
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After remaining closed for four years, the Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Authority has taken steps to reopen Daulatdia Ferry Ghat no 5 in Rajbari before Eid. Daulatdia, Rajbari, 21 May.
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Bleeding heart flowers bloom during the monsoon season. Sadhanapur, Rangamati, 21 May.
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Fresh leaves have sprouted on the trees. Monkeys search through the branches for edible leaves. Kheppopara, Rangamati, 21 May.
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A young man sits atop a van loaded with household belongings while relocating to a new residence. Shiromoni, Khulna, 21 May.
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On a rain-soaked morning, a day labourer waits alone after arriving in the city. Betpatti area, Rangpur, 21 May.
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The sky has remained gloomy since morning, with dark clouds drifting across the horizon. Malgram, Bogura, 21 May.
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The movement of illegal three-wheeled vehicles in the wrong direction regularly causes traffic congestion on the highway and increases the risk of accidents for passengers travelling in these light vehicles. Dhaka–Chattogram Highway, Gouripur, Daudkandi, Cumilla, 21 May.
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Under the supervision of officials, authorities removed illegal shops from the foot overbridge on Sunday ahead of Eid-ul-Azha. However, illegal establishments began reappearing on the bridge the very next day after the eviction drive. Dhaka–Chattogram Highway, Gouripur, Daudkandi, Cumilla, 21 May.
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Lojjaboti flowers bloom beside the road. Mymensingh, 21 May.
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2026-05-21T13:03:46.099Z
TOP SHOTS (21 MAY 2026)
TOP SHOTS, Nature, Photography
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/murnd5i68f
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-21/sxozzm2o/measles-11.avif
Mothers at hospital with child with measles
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A mother cares for her child infected with measles at the Infectious Diseases Hospital in Dhaka on 15 May 2026
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A child with measles undergoing treatment at a hospital.
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2026-05-21T12:51:16.656Z
“Fitness awareness” among mothers is being linked to measles death — what the reality shows
Breastfeeding, Measles, Inqilab Moncho, Exclusive, Disinformation, Misinformation
https://en.prothomalo.com/business/local/avc5buo00n
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-21/82f01zdl/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-21avevrey9WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-21-at-5.09.45-PM.avif
Simeen Rahman speaking at a roundtable discussion titled 'Budget in Times of Crisis and Public Expectations', organised by Prothom Alo on 21 May 2026.
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-21T12:34:49.813Z
Reduce advance income tax on pharmaceutical raw materials to 3pc: Simeen Rahman
Simeen Rahman, Prothom Alo Roundtable, Business, Tax, Pharmaceutical Industry, Import
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/125xristc7
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-21/823j1zm6/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-21-at-5.45.59-PM.jpeg
Millers for Nutrition country conclave strengthens public-private commitment to food fortification in Bangladesh
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-21T12:08:59.045Z
Millers for Nutrition country conclave strengthens public-private commitment to food fortification in Bangladesh
Nutrition, Food Habit
https://en.prothomalo.com/international/south-asia/3g2ehmgvje
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-21/2dqksry6/ASY7RKAZ2VOAPG6H6HSZ5K36GM.jpg
Climbers walk in a long queue as they head to summit Mount Everest in the Solukhumbu district, also known as the Everest region, Nepal, 18 May 2026.
Prothom Alo English
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2026-05-21T11:47:26.714Z
Record 274 climbers summit Mount Everest from Nepali side in single day
Mount Everest, Nepal, Himalayan Region
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/9trctgxnpq
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-21/8vo0dvj6/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-20c863s20522.-Dhaka-Hospital-Children.avif
A measles-infected child is being nebulised at the DNCC Hospital in Mohakhali, Dhaka, on 20 May 2026.
Prothom Alo English
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2026-05-21T10:16:26.455Z
7 more children die from measles and symptoms
Measles, Death, Children, Health Hazard, DGHS, Childbirth
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/roundtable/79ct5wi8u8
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-21/13ll7xdq/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-21gxwfc9dwWhatsApp-Image-2026-05-21-at-14.18.33.avif
HSBC Bangladesh Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Mahbub Ur Rahman is speaking at a roundtable discussion titled “Budget in times of crisis and public expectations” organised by Prothom Alo on 21 May 2026.
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-21T10:03:56.220Z
Children are dying due to lack of treatment, it is disheartening: Mahbub ur Rahman
Prothom Alo Roundtable, Treatment, Children, HSBC Bank, CEO
https://en.prothomalo.com/business/local/ctal0dyetw
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-21/400q01p2/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-21qlowscpbWhatsApp-Image-2026-05-21-at-13.43.55.avif
Former caretaker government adviser and economist Hossain Zillur Rahman speaks at a roundtable organised by Prothom Alo at a hotel in Dhaka on 21 May 2026.
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2026-05-21T09:21:08.608Z
Want to see finance minister successful, not popular: Hossain Zillur Rahman
Hossain Zillur Rahman, Budget 2026-27, Finance Minister, Prothom Alo Roundtable
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/city/jrtqtc34a7
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2021-08/2c6d9054-53a9-4299-99fc-43ef37e6bb51/Suicide.png
Suicide
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-21T09:15:31.541Z
Madrasah student’s body recovered in Rampura: Another student arrested over rape allegation
Madrasa, Police Week, Arrest, Dhaka, Child Rape
https://en.prothomalo.com/business/local/r62ofnmfj3
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2025-10-03/hulov4dk/Bangladesh-Government.jpg
Bangladesh Government emblem
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-21/c4jkup7g/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-21-at-11.25.00-AM.jpeg
Prothom Alo English
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2026-05-21T09:07:16.802Z
Expenditure on salaries, allowances of govt employees increased fourfold over 15 yrs
Budget, Allowance, Government Employees, Salary
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/local-news/alb7ifz3v2
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-09/avqldmnk/prothomalo-bangla2021-04f348e242-670f-480f-aa5a-a44b75bd30e9murder.avif
Murder
Prothom Alo English
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2026-05-21T08:35:48.239Z
Intruder murdered a housewife in Bogura after breaking into house
Crime, Murder, Bogura
https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/op-ed/0oj9n1qegf
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2025-12-23/lc426bvf/prothomalo-bangla2025-12-18ac1atq4cWhatsApp-Image-2025-12-18-at-9.30.25-AM.avif
Flags of Bangladesh and India.
Prothom Alo English
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2026-05-21T08:22:05.519Z
Bangladesh–India relations: Delhi signals a new chapter after a period of strain
Bangladesh-India Relations, Diplomacy, South Asia, Politics, Geopolitics, Bangladesh Pakistan Relations, USA, Economy, Trade
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/lvjyx38p7c
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-21/f227jlrg/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-20nx6pp1q3jamaat-rally-dhaka-16042026.avif
Jamaat-e-Islami with10 other parties have been carrying out street programmes demanding the implementation of the July Charter. The photo is from 16 April.
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-21T07:41:43.121Z
Constitution Amendment Committee: Jamaat hesitates amid reform vs. amendment debate
BNP, Constitution, Reform Commission
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/n7myje4lta
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-21/tw86slj2/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-218wnf8vcvlaw-minister.avif
Law Minister Md Aasduzzaman.
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-21/48jsfd4a/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-20zft2nlfnchild-brutally-murdered-in-pallabi-palo-20052026.avif
Sohel Rana was produced before a court in Dhaka on 20 May 2026. He gave a confessional statement before the court.
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2026-05-21T06:53:59.488Z
Pallabi child rape and murder: Law minister orders probe report within a week
Child Rape, Murder, Dhaka, Law Minister, Investigation, DMP
https://en.prothomalo.com/youth/education/2zrk7a7p1f
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2025-08-26/9x47b0v4/prothomalo-bangla2025-08-26by1bya5lc67683a8-2ba0-4f07-884e-400ab87d4e8e.avif
Chittagong University
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Students ride the Shuttle train of Chittagong University (CU) precariously.
Prothom Alo English
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2026-05-21T06:04:01.452Z
Chittagong University: Housing crisis persists, dissatisfaction over food remains
Education, Chittagong University, Housing , Exclusive
https://en.prothomalo.com/international/73513zhbfx
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2025-06-22/djygunot/638060-01-02.jpg
Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer at 10 Downing Street, London on 19 June 2025.
Prothom Alo English
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2026-05-21T05:10:49.893Z
UK eases sanctions on Russian jet fuel and diesel imports
UK, Russia, Keir Starmer
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/imf2vuxn26
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-21/71yhdrqe/PM-1.jpg
Prime Minister and BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman addresses a civic gathering after laying the foundation stone of the National Disaster Management Research and Training Institute building in Gazipur on 20 May 2026
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Prime Minister and BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman addresses a civic gathering after laying the foundation stone of the National Disaster Management Research and Training Institute building in Gazipur on 20 May 2026
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2026-05-21T05:06:10.413Z
BNP govt will begin work on Teesta Barrage too: PM
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, Teesta River, Padma Barrage, BNP Government, Salinity, Sundarbans, Farakka Barrage, Environment, Business Environment, Tarique Rahman Return
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/u26uat971q
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State Minister for Foreign Affairs of Bangladesh, Shama Obaed Islam, addresses the Second Ministerial Conference on Peacekeeping in a Francophone Environment held in Rabat on 20 May 2026
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State Minister for Foreign Affairs of Bangladesh, Shama Obaed Islam, at the Second Ministerial Conference on Peacekeeping in a Francophone Environment held in Rabat on 20 May 2026
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State Minister for Foreign Affairs of Bangladesh, Shama Obaed Islam, at the Second Ministerial Conference on Peacekeeping in a Francophone Environment held in Rabat on 20 May 2026
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2026-05-21T04:52:10.990Z
Bangladesh reaffirms commitment to UN peacekeeping
Peacekeeping Mission, UN, Shama Obaed Islam, Foreign Ministry, Diplomacy
https://en.prothomalo.com/international/etyje5kc1s
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio
Prothom Alo English
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2026-05-21T04:10:37.954Z
With Rubio visit, India asks how it fits in Trump worldview
Marco Rubio, India, Visit, US, Donald Trump, Tariff
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/wdd0mfzjzf
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2024-05/72330ceb-173b-4b43-8629-824af0f74c4d/WhatsApp_Image_2024_05_15_at_18_06_29_7ddc6611.jpg
North South University
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2026-05-21T03:42:45.560Z
NSU trustee faces serious allegations; notice issued amid instability
UGC, Ban, North South University (NSU), Education, Higher Education, Private University
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/lei0mtbq9h
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Bangladesh Passport
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2026-05-21T03:39:32.438Z
Passports: ‘Except Israel’ returning, Dhanmondi 32 being removed
Passport, BNP Government, Exclusive, Israel
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/bangladesh-in-world-media/f4yt3dj42j
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This photograph taken on 17 May, 2026 shows a caretaker attending an albino buffalo nicknamed "Donald Trump" for sale ahead of Eid al-Adha at a livestock farm in Narayanganj. Crowds in Bangladesh are flocking to snap photographs with an unlikely social media star -- an albino buffalo with flowing blond hair nicknamed "Donald Trump" due to be sacrificed within days.
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This photograph taken on 17 May, 2026 shows caretakers attending an albino buffalo nicknamed "Donald Trump" for sale ahead of Eid al-Azha at a livestock farm in Narayanganj.
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2026-05-21T03:25:54.644Z
Commander-in-beef: Bangladesh's 'Donald Trump' buffalo wins fans
Social Media, Narayanganj, Donald Trump, Eid ul Azha
https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/city/5je3z3lzua
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-21/u0xdvqzf/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-208sk2nftnCapture.avif
A road in Bashundhara Residential Area.
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https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-21/5e4k7zu1/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-210uy06hfjWhatsAppImage20260521at100619AM.avif
The Bashundhara authorities also oversee road and infrastructure development, cleanliness drives, playgrounds and other civic amenities.
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This vehicle operates in the Bashundhara Residential Area.
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A road in Bashundhara Residential Area.
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This type of rickshaws operate in the Bashundhara Residential Area.
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-21/ckjyjpu5/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-21qvlkkvpwWhatsAppImage20260521at101220AM.avif
Bashundhara Residential Area on Google Map.
https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-05-21/xvdfe3b1/prothomalo-bangla2026-05-2120ye2ag9WhatsAppImage20260521at100620AM.avif
A hefty amount of money is collected from buyers during the sale and purchase of privately owned land.
Prothom Alo English
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2026-05-21T02:19:02.257Z
Bashundhara appears to be a state within a state
Tax, Dhaka North City Corporation, Bashundhara Group, Dhaka, BNP Government
https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/op-ed/7ocab70rdb
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Figurines with computers and smartphones are seen in front of the words "Artificial Intelligence AI" in this illustration taken, 19 February 2024.
Prothom Alo English
en
2026-05-21T02:15:16.973Z
Beyond chatbot: Why 2026 is the year of 'Agentic' AI
AI, DeepSeek ai, Artificial intelligence, Information Technology