https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/lawhyj6g64 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-16/nwsnb8hy/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-16q9zuhzhosaudi-flag.avif National flag of Saudi Arabia Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T13:40:46.872Z After son’s execution in Saudi Arabia, parents want to see his body just once Saudi Arabia, Execution, Brahmanbaria https://en.prothomalo.com/business/b7fgn6qbrg https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/dcq4t67w/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-19-at-18.38.08.jpeg https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/43p1y3f9/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-19k6pv8eb9prothomalo-bangla2020-0916d60697-f6c5-43ce-a0e4-a27ae2ce31d3WhatsAppImage20200919at12838PM1.avif Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T13:18:31.744Z Bangladesh lags behind in toy exports despite USD 12.3 billion global market Export, China, Export Promotion Bureau (EPB), Import, Trade https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/hvzwtwm8hl https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-06-05/c5yjtctz/Govt-logo-1.jpg Government logo Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T12:28:16.694Z New pay scale: Govt employees to get increased salaries this month, allowances unchanged for now Pay Scale, Salary, Allowance, Government Employees, Govt. jobs https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/op-ed/8mllfu7tcf https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/xar4cmvd/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-19ol83vd75MixCollage-19-Oct-2026-01-50-PM-385.webp A young man in Satkhira was beaten to death after a mob was incited through a series of Facebook videos and posts, which remain on the platform. Will Meta take responsibility? https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/ga8t00km/prothomalo-bangla2026-04-11lit507a8KushtiaDH0572.avif A pir (priest) was hacked to death in Kushtia after incitement against him was spread on Facebook. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/dlmi9yl4/LYNXMPEH06099.jpg Police officers stand guard as supporters of President Donald Trump gather in front of the US Capitol Building in Washington, 6 January 2021. Meta founder Mark Zuckerberg had to appear before the US Congress following the attack on Capitol Hill. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T11:55:31.930Z Will Meta remain unaccountable for killings incited on Facebook? Meta, Social Media, Data Protection Act, Facebook, Hate Speech, Communal violence, Mark Zuckerberg, Bangladesh, Communal Harmony https://en.prothomalo.com/corporate/global/evtczb7g2x https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/280hsu0s/B23RREFAUJPK5P56KUJAP4P66U.jpg Founder, CEO, Chairman, and Chief Engineer of SpaceX, Elon Musk, speaks via videolink on the day of SpaceX's initial public offering (IPO) at the Nasdaq MarketSite in New York City, U.S., 12 June 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/56lu5d3h/SH547J36FZLXJGALIY5ID5IJNQ.jpg Elon Musk, founder, CEO and lead designer at SpaceX and co-founder of Tesla, speaks at the SpaceX Hyperloop Pod Competition II in Hawthorne, California, U.S., 27 August 2017. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T11:49:17.197Z Musk vows to give SpaceX share to 'every kid in America' SpaceX, Elon Musk, America, Stock Market https://en.prothomalo.com/youth/education/df2vmbf8e4 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/ciyj2a65/prothomalo-bangla2025-09-0601kh1oay165.avif Students Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T11:30:01.957Z Admission policy for govt secondary schools: 55 students per section; fees, quota explained Admission Test, Secondary Education, Education Ministry, Student, Application https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/politics/fbh34y8brw https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/sd8dbf62/Isharque-Hossain-1.jpeg BNP leader Ishraque Hossain addresses a press conference at the National Press Club, Dhaka on 19 October 2026 to announce his resignation as Minister of State for the Ministry of Liberation War Affairs https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/p9p141mk/Isharque-Hossain-2.jpeg BNP leader Ishraque Hossain leaves after the press conference at the National Press Club, Dhaka on 19 October 2026 to announce his resignation as Minister of State for the Ministry of Liberation War Affairs https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/cyrv8p8t/Isharque-Hossain-3.jpeg BNP leader Ishraque Hossain arrives at the National Press Club, Dhaka on 19 October 2026 to announce his resignation as Minister of State for the Ministry of Liberation War Affairs https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/uupwxky0/Isharque-Hossain-4.jpeg BNP leader Ishraque Hossain arrives at the National Press Club, Dhaka on 19 October 2026 to announce his resignation as Minister of State for the Ministry of Liberation War Affairs Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T10:40:19.719Z I apologise if I made a mistake, but I did nothing wrong: Ishraque Ishraque Hossain, BNP Government, BNP https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/8m3v1kw4b0 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/y3cw94tf/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-18682ykof2KUSHTIA১১১১১১১১১১১.avif Devotees sing songs at Lalon Shah’s shrine in Cheuriya, Kushtia, at 11:30 am on 18 October 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/jdjmnpe5/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-1899ya4q36KUSHTIA.avif Devotee Nur Mohammad came from Natore to Lalon Shah’s shrine in Cheuriya, Kushtia, at 11:30 am on 19 October 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T10:34:27.361Z Lalon's humanist philosophy draws thousands to annual shrine gathering Lalon festival, Kushtia, Festival https://en.prothomalo.com/science-technology/science/extkbme83c https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/u5bdzk81/686033-01-02.jpg US President Donald Trump presents the National Medal of Science to Elon Musk during the "Golden Age of American Innovation Summit" at the Institute of Peace in Washington, DC, on 8 October, 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T10:23:05.660Z Musk back in the spotlight, but politics dims the awe SpaceX, e-Car, Elon Musk, USA, Car https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/politics/n7ew394rxk https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/y0kparj5/ishraque.avif The video of an anti-drug raid was posted on Ishraque Hossain’s Facebook page. The image of the pistol was blurred in the post. However, clear images of the firearm can be seen in some parts of the video. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/rtog6o1n/ishraque-sketch.avif https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/3r1h2w8g/ishraque-press.avif From Ishraque Hossain’s Facebook page https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/3ql1p2pz/ishraque-mayor-bhaban.avif Ishraque’s supporters stage a sit-in and protest outside the Nagar Bhaban and on surrounding roads. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/xrq322sp/nagar-bhaban.avif Ishraque Hossain’s supporters stage a protest in front of Nagar Bhaban Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T10:14:54.155Z Ishraque loses ministerial position due to showy display of power Ishraque Hossain, Politics, BNP, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, Dhaka https://en.prothomalo.com/entertainment/movies/bg8h09efvu https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/8drm2u4a/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-19bfjdzihzf68334cb9ec942d7a5b86b5ef9950c30.avif Mumbai Police have filed a case against three unidentified individuals over the shooting incident involving Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff’s car. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/bawnjds7/prothomalo-bangla2022-10d6160dc2-3026-4c86-87f3-2d4e3dff66b0DSC7719.avif Tiger Shroff Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T10:12:49.040Z Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff shot at in Mumbai, three suspects held: police Bollywood, Actor, Shooting, Mumbai https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/kz2l9lr2x4 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/rr010acn/Rashed-Al-Mahmud-Titumir-1.avif BGMEA launches a new platform in the morning on 19 October 2026 to monitor environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices in garment factories and strengthen their capacity in these areas. Rashed Al Mahmud Titumir, the Prime Minister’s Adviser on Finance and Planning, attended the launch as the chief guest. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T09:52:14.725Z Additional $4.12 billion spent on energy in 8 months: Rashed Al Mahmud Titumir Environment, Readymade garment industry, Garment, Export, Business https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/im59ww3qj5 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/4xkglen9/Bangladesh-Japan-Flags.webp Bangladesh and Japan Flags Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T09:49:47.899Z Workers recruitment for Japan from 1 April 2027 Japan, Job, Overseas job https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/local-news/jsz97xmjj8 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/s26ow74z/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-197z95kk2zsariatpurdh054120261019shariatpur-ha3.avif Fishermen attack a team taking part in a drive led by an MP to protect mother hilsa on the Padma River in Zajira, Shariatpur. Kalikal Char, 19 October. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/84fk7x6q/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-197z95kk2zsariatpurdh054120261019shariatpur-ha3-1.avif Brickbats are thrown at the enforcement team from the riverbank. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T08:45:02.593Z Fishermen attack MP-led drive to protect mother hilsa, 41 detained Fishermen, Hilsa Fish, Detention https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/2482tfefrz https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/fxkegnfg/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-19jgdqjt07WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-19-at-3.02.21-PM.avif Ishraque Hossain at a press conference at the National Press Club on 19 October 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/7jxibeht/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-19h2aiqmmcWhatsApp-Image-2026-10-19-at-1.49.41-PM-1.avif Ishraque Hossain arrives at the Press Club in a black car on 19 October 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/x2upozfe/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-19vob76xtqWhatsAppImage20261019at14941PM.avif Ishraque Hossain enters the National Press Club with supporters on 19 October 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/jtq6dwc9/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-199umwgfovWhatsAppImage20261019at30607PM.avif Ishraque Hossain leaves after the press conference on 19 October 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T08:33:05.053Z Ishraque Hossain steps down from cabinet Ishraque Hossain, Anti-narcotic drive, Cabinet, Resignation, State Minister, BNP Government https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/5hvid7tgmr https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/w0vl3j7i/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-193ewv26lbUntitled-7.avif Ishraque Hossain Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T08:11:58.066Z Ishraque Hossain arrives at Press Club half an hour early with supporters Ishraque Hossain, BNP Government, Resignation, National Press Club https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/op-ed/xwzi8cdisj https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2020-03/d6986962-8dc6-4a54-91a6-c96f8be1b66f/market_4878843_960_720.jpg Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T08:01:50.220Z The structural trap: How banking arbitrage starves our capital market Market, Stock Market, Bank, Banking Sector, Finance https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/local-news/vimsyhdqh5 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/rs8cuck4/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-18tb1fx7vvCapture.avif Illegal hotels and cottages have been built in ecologically critical areas. Patwar Tek area along Marine Drive in Cox’s Bazar, 18 October. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/5y08vtgm/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-190yk0cyby6CoxsBazarillegalstructurestouristsaccidentssafebeach19102026.webp Hotels and resorts have sprung up around the beach. Many of them are illegal, built in ecologically critical areas. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/id4caneg/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-18w7m8l5bmWhatsApp-Image-2026-10-18-at-17.32.44.webp Relatives wait for the bodies of those killed in the fire at TupTup Resort. In front of Cox’s Bazar Sadar Hospital, around 11am, 18 October. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/e46j7bvf/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-18mdmceb3jWhatsApp-Image-2026-10-18-at-17.55.07.webp A tourist searches for relatives after a fire at TupTup Resort in Inani, Cox’s Bazar. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/mc59g6tb/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-19mpos7nh58CoxsBazarillegalstructurestouristsaccidentssafebeach19102026.webp Hotels and resorts abound in Cox’s Bazar. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/hm1efhee/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-196gh9125612CoxsBazarillegalstructurestouristsaccidentssafebeach19102026.webp Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T07:15:41.873Z Illegal resorts thrive across Cox's Bazar, administration inactive Cox's Bazar, Fire, Hotel, Resort, Death https://en.prothomalo.com/photo/bangladesh/mreqjgs0cn https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/0ger46p8/1.-Durga-Pujafestivalvisiting18102026.jpeg https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/o6giwg87/1.-Durga-Pujafestivalvisiting18102026.jpeg A large number of visitors are gathering around the puja mandap themed “Ripu Rajani” at the Sri Sri Seba Khola and Baikunthadham temples in North Kattali, Chattogram city. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/1grniaj6/2.-Durga-Pujafestivalvisiting18102026.JPG Devotees are travelling from far and wide to see the idols. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/ohfgs6x1/3.-Durga-Pujafestivalvisiting18102026.JPG Visitors show great curiosity about the puja mandap. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/rtxf7wxx/4.-Durga-Pujafestivalvisiting18102026.JPG A priest offers incense during the rituals. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/o3vj4fvw/5.-Durga-Pujafestivalvisiting18102026.JPG Lamps have been lit before the statue of Lord Shiva. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/d90uhtm5/6.-Durga-Pujafestivalvisiting18102026.jpg Three women joined in prayer before Goddess Durga. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/gn7fs4a0/7.-Durga-Pujafestivalvisiting18102026.jpg Worshippers perform the puja to the rhythmic beats of the drums. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/4rz1827y/8.-Durga-Pujafestivalvisiting18102026.jpg A devotee blows a conch shell during Maha Saptami worship. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/8v3iv1gr/9.-Durga-Pujafestivalvisiting18102026.jpg A devotee is busy performing rituals in worship of Goddess Durga. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/dwqrey0l/10.-Durga-Pujafestivalvisiting18102026.jpg A devotee takes a photograph of Goddess Durga on a mobile phone and sends it to relatives. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/aq2o67ad/11.-Durga-Pujafestivalvisiting18102026.jpg This year, the young generation has decorated the entire mandap using traditional materials from rural Bengal. Biddut Chakra Kali Temple, Shalgaria, Pabna. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/7ynxzipp/12.-Durga-Pujafestivalvisiting18102026.jpg On Maha Saptami, a family takes selfies with an idol of Goddess Durga while visiting different temples. Shaheber Koborkhana, Khulna. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/r0oe7dp2/13.-Durga-Pujafestivalvisiting18102026.jpg This year’s puja mandap, organised by Patenga Shyama Sangha in Chattogram city, features a theme “Newspapers: Then and now”. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/c67yvzgj/14.-Durga-Pujafestivalvisiting18102026.jpeg Devotees gather at a mandap to celebrate Durga Puja. Alongside viewing the idols, they take part in various religious rituals and ceremonies. Khamarbari Krishibid Institution (KIB) mandap, Dhaka. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T07:09:35.050Z Durga Puja celebrated in joy and harmony Durga Puja, Photo Story, Photography, Celebration https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/npjtmlxb75 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/qcuzav3t/image-436479-1792391286.webp Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today inaugurated the July Memorial commemorating the martyrs of the July Mass Uprising at Osmani Udyan in Dhaka. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T07:05:00.707Z PM inaugurates July Memorial, renovated Osmani Udyan Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, Inauguration, July Mass Uprising , Salahuddin Ahmed, Dr Abdul Moyeen Khan https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/politics/isbbnhngwp https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/buixxyh1/ncp-bogura.avif The National Citizen Party’s temporary office in Bogura, damaged by fire. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-15/o4xvo0nh/NCPPP.avif NCP leaders hold a press conference condemning the arson attack on their party office Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T07:02:11.068Z NCP office set on fire in Bogura National Citizen Party - NCP, Bogura, Politics https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/local-news/7vn0sqenid https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/0yq6oywd/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-19qth90sgqUntitled-4.avif Police defused a time bomb recovered from Fakir Lalon Sai’s shrine in Cheuriya, Kumarkhali, Kushtia, on 19 October 2026 morning. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/y3cw94tf/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-18682ykof2KUSHTIA১১১১১১১১১১১.avif Fakir devotees sing songs at Lalon Shai’s shrine in Cheuriya, Kushtia, at 11:30 am on 18 October 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T07:01:00.078Z Time bomb recovered from Lalon’s shrine in Kushtia, BGB deployed Lalon festival, Kushtia, Bomb, Police, BGB https://en.prothomalo.com/international/6zrzjywcup https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/o4lhm8ew/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-19ye656ybhEmmanuel-Macron.avif French President Emmanuel Macron addresses the nation, 18 October 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T06:47:52.160Z ‘How can French people do this to France?’ asks Macron condemning the violence France, Protest, Violence, Emmanuel Macron https://en.prothomalo.com/international/yjttogb2hf https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/nl0fjhe5/11cae9c9-9840-4af2-82d8-decb4ccbc832.webp (From left) Russian President Vladimir Putin, US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T06:47:41.171Z Putin proposes summit with Trump and Xi to discuss Ukraine deal Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin, Xi Jinping, Peace Summit, Russia Ukraine War, Ukraine https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/81176mdhvi https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-11/dd1idigp/Secretariat-2.avif Bangladesh Secretariat Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T06:14:02.740Z When will Secretariat move to new site, what will happen to current premises? Bangladesh Secretariat, Cabinet Division, Housing and Public Works Ministry https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/o2908e1h4s https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/g633qcyt/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-19uikpdjq1ishrak.avif Ishraque Hossain https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/gowchcki/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-19n0wvxn0xWhatsAppImage20261019at113146AM.webp Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T06:00:14.198Z Calling resignation news a ‘rumor’, what messages did Ishraque send through the night Ishraque Hossain, BNP Government, Liberation War Affairs Minister, Resignation https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/c46yja4lqj https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/hmuj4wwj/abdu.avif Saudi Arabia’s ambassador to Bangladesh, Abdullah ibn Dhafer ibn Ubayya. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T03:59:54.050Z Dhaka asks Saudi ambassador why it was not informed beforehand Diplomacy, Saudi Arabia, Mecca, Execution, Bangladeshi, Foreign Ministry https://en.prothomalo.com/international/4wr67qsnaw https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/82pvr1q2/691545-01-02.jpg Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney speaks about the incident at the Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Wainwright, at Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, on 18 October, 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T03:34:44.204Z Four soldiers dead, dozens injured in fire at Canada military base Canada, Death, Injury, Military https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/x0m5gqop9e https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2020-07/6fe904e3-6f20-4314-b9d9-317e4f6c416e/write_593333_960_720.webp https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/ltbrxzvz/NLJ-school-1.jpg https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/ugs1adqq/Tejkuni-para-school-1.jpg https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/qxl7c30r/TrainatTejgaonRailwayStation-1.jpg Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T03:31:05.010Z Confessions of an accidental writer Geneva camp, Writer, Language https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/0cb9bs64zz https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/sukrvq9q/Ishraque-2.avif The video of the anti-narcotics operation was posted on State Minister Ishraque Hossain’s Facebook page, with the image of the pistol blurred. However, the firearm remains clearly visible in some parts of the footage. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T03:30:39.837Z Can ministers and state ministers conduct raids with firearms? What does the law say? Ishraque Hossain, State Minister, Arms https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/leeg5mfv3n https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-19/g3b1ygtv/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-19450w220lUntitled-1.avif Ishraque Hossain https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/sukrvq9q/Ishraque-2.avif The video of the anti-narcotics operation was posted on State Minister Ishraque Hossain’s Facebook page, with the image of the pistol blurred. However, the firearm remains clearly visible in some parts of the footage. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-19T03:28:14.582Z Ishraque Hossain to announce resignation as state minister at 2pm Ishraque Hossain, State Minister, Resignation, BNP Government, Cabinet Member https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/government/xekpxubrq6 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2022-04/86b154cb-1be3-47db-a45b-78a8f443f8db/BNP_leader_Ishraque_Hossain.webp BNP leader Ishraque Hossain Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T16:24:51.677Z Prime Minister orders Ishraque to resign from Cabinet BNP Government, BNP, Politics, Ishraque Hossain, Resignation, Cabinet Member https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/soxp22ncer https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/dug00qap/President-Durga-Puja.webp President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir visiting Ramna Temple in Dhaka on the occasion of Sharadiya Durgotsav- 2026 on 18 October 2026 Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T15:59:32.671Z Durga Puja’s core philosophy is standing against injustice, oppression: President Durga Puja, Hinduism, Religion, President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/wdtohktzei https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/fjoicd8r/Ishraque-with-a-firearm.avif State Minister for Liberation War Affairs, Ishraque Hossain is seen with a firearm Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T15:55:40.923Z Ishraque’s firearm controversy: Unease and discontent within BNP, govt Ishraque Hossain, Arms, Anti-narcotic drive, Drugs, Dhaka, BNP Government, BNP, Politics, Exclusive https://en.prothomalo.com/photo/yq8nueam8o https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/ia41szc8/8.jpg https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/41qz0v8m/1.avif Distant hills are shrouded in late autumn mist as a flock of pigeons takes flight. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/8qxdcekg/2.jpg A thin layer of white mist spreads across the green paddy fields. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/iml93gg1/3.jpg Children play in an open field beside their homes. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/cykiw5tj/4.jpg A child heads home with their goats. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/pz8nyr7h/5.jpg Two children walk along a rural path. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/8uof5f1i/6.jpg A man heads to work in the green fields. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/7wvvc5d4/7.jpg Distant trees and hills disappear behind a veil of mist. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/o7cw0mv6/8.jpg The sun sets on the horizon, seen through the leaves of banana trees. In the fading light of day, a golden glow spreads across the landscape. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T13:43:33.282Z White mist, green fields and golden sunsets: Late autumn in rural Bangladesh Photos, Photo Story, Sylhet, Nature, Season, Autumn https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/mqbffep126 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/efkhx8my/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-18xfg6uiq4PM-Cabinet-01.avif A Cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman at the Secretariat on 18 October 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T13:39:21.809Z Cabinet approves proposal to relocate Secretariat to Sher-e-Bangla Nagar Bangladesh Secretariat, Cabinet, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/rkltkpa2k0 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-07-09/2fygm5k2/prothomalo-bangla2024-10-28e72d80eh3.avif Karnaphuli Tunnel. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T12:57:44.259Z Bridge Authority flags 14 factors behind Karnaphuli Tunnel’s losses Karnaphuli Tunnel, Chattogram, Parliamentary Standing Committee https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/e6ki5tepef https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/gpi2elzm/prothomalo-bangla2024-026443f49b-fe2d-49bf-bc05-8ce0be3f060f0c885223-4805-42e8-9ca0-90e0c222bf19.avif Bangla Academy building https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/cdl7q81h/prothomalo-bangla2025-09-283ce0o65l1.avif Amar Ekushey Book Fair Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T12:54:41.075Z Ekushey Book Fair 2027 to begin on 7 January Ekushey Book Fair, Book Fair, Bangla Academy, Cultural Heritage, Dhaka https://en.prothomalo.com/business/o7yzkiminz https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/894xrrbi/b-bank.avif Bangladesh Bank Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T12:43:12.802Z Only Tk 5.61b disbursed to reopen closed factories, despite Tk 200b allocation Bangladesh Bank, Bank, Industry https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/hz83usxzpw https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-09-13/g3qzuocv/prothomalo-bangla2026-09-10kjl94tyau2coxzhb.avif High Court building Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T12:31:52.201Z Chamber court stays order to recover Tk 6.66b in outstanding taxes from Grameen Kalyan High Court, Appellate Division, Muhammad Yunus, Tax Return https://en.prothomalo.com/lifestyle/fashion/dyepkwfj7g https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/t5j6b910/Article-pic-3.jpg https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/hudlgr7k/Article-pic-3.jpg https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/mrl9bump/Article-Pic-1.jpeg https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/34mdj08v/Article-pic-2.jpg Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T12:22:14.709Z ILLIYEEN’S CoolTech: Rethinking luxury through fabric technology Fashion, Technology, Brand, Weather https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/wtwwyblwz5 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/3exij1vp/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-1861beuvwxlayout-1600x1067-2.avif Saudi Ambassador to Bangladesh Abdullah ibn Dhafer ibn Ubayya. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T11:19:24.811Z 2 Bangladeshis executed in Mecca, Govt seeks details from Saudi ambassador Saudi Arabia, Bangladesh, Ambassador, Execution, Bangladeshi https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/city/7qdfwy1n9f https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/sukrvq9q/Ishraque-2.avif The video of the anti-narcotics operation was posted on State Minister Ishraque Hossain’s Facebook page, with the image of the pistol blurred. However, the firearm remains clearly visible in some parts of the footage. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/9s9cgql1/Ishraque.avif The video of the anti-narcotics operation was posted on State Minister Ishraque Hossain’s Facebook page, with the image of the pistol blurred. However, the firearm remains clearly visible in some parts of the footage. State Minister Ishraque Hossain’s image is superimposed on the screengrabs of the video Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T11:03:36.545Z State Minister Ishraque explains why he took part in anti-narcotics raid with firearms Ishraque Hossain, Drugs, Anti-narcotic drive, Arms, Dhaka https://en.prothomalo.com/entertainment/r9gak7y13j https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/nrwvfbb2/prothomaloimportmedia20181018e984a31565b3a58a3385745065e412a2-5bc816220dac5.avif Ayub Bachchu believed that the young generation of this country would take Bangladesh to the greatest heights in the world. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/wsssc4wf/prothomalo-bangla2024-08-165wyhnhw2prothomaloimportmedia20191017949f7724530750915aec6e2baafcaa9d-5da89f0003e07.avif Ayub Bachchu https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/qt5yw78k/prothomalo-bangla2022-08929d6e57-1bbf-4aad-9f60-d1111408f12bHaminAhmed.avif (From left) Hamin Ahmed, James and Ayub Bachchu. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/dnr4y7m6/prothomalo-bangla2026-08-16haqjzzeoWhatsApp-Image-2020-08-25-at-2.33.15-PM.avif Ayub Bachchu with his daughter, Fairuz Safra Ayub (left), wife Ferdous Akter (centre) and son Ahnaf Tajwar Ayub (right). https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/s9q5kgkl/prothomalo-bangla2020-080c8ae90e-5eac-4073-a09d-7cc4cdd9169c20.avif Ayub Bachchu https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/d29nrwnx/prothomaloimportmedia201906243462cf0f4d9d23983229043a4088d356-5d107c4064d24.avif Ayub Bachchu was the heart of the band LRB. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T11:02:07.047Z The concert for 1.5 million people and the unfulfilled dream of Ayub Bachchu Ayub Bachchu, Musician, Band Music, Music, Concert https://en.prothomalo.com/video/t8yh73fb5i https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/1gocf1yt/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-175i54jlmhWEB.avif Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T10:54:52.159Z Hidden treasure or nothing? The mystery of Ahsan Manzil’s five safes Dhaka, History, History’s Mysteries, Heritage, Video, Ahsan Manzil, Nawab Family, Nawabs of Dhaka, Hidden Treasure https://en.prothomalo.com/video/gvjbyowpuk https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/t9kxzy9g/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-17vug3hz0bTwo-portraits-beside-a-tilted-laptop.avif Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T10:44:42.542Z ‘No More Silence’: How a group is identifying people posting abusive comments on Facebook Facebook, Social Media, Cyberbullying , Harassment, Sexual Harassment, Cyber security, Video https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/fqzni6g7zw https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/0s6gn69q/hanna.avif Sheikh Abdul Hannan Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T10:39:18.783Z Former air chief Sheikh Abdul Hannan arrested in Qatar Bangladesh Air Force, Anti Corruption Commission, Interpol, Corruption https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/crime-and-law/jz4t9pgoyg https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/vvzk0as5/gaja.avif Synthetic cannabis, kush seeds and drug-processing equipment seized during a Department of Narcotics Control raid. A card bearing a QR code to join a Telegram group is seen beside them. Dhaka, 16 October. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/nrhzd4j5/canabis.avif New drugs promoted through images of packets bearing QR codes on a Telegram channel Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T10:13:10.391Z Drugs sold through websites, secret Telegram groups; two private universities targeted Anti-narcotic drive, Drugs https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/mynjbkam9k https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/mp5qka6a/mrc.avif A roundtable discussion on the proposed Cyber Security (Amendment) Act was held at the office of Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) in Dhanmondi of the capital. Matiur Rahman Chowdhury, editor-in-chief of the Bengali daily Manabzamin, spoke at the event. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T09:43:14.790Z Please don’t tie our hands, you’ll have to come to us again: Matiur Rahman Chowdhury Cyber Security Act, Media, Freedom of press https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/local-news/1i16vig8ru https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/0w50z7k2/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-18j1b22c92SRB.avif Fazlul Haque Amini after his arrest at the SRB-6 office in Satkhira on 18 October 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-14/r4iangeu/sjamin.avif Deceased Wahiduzzaman Shamim Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T09:42:10.043Z Prime accused Amini used different SIM cards, phones to evade arrest Mob Beating, Death, Satkhira, Arrest, Crime, Mass beat https://en.prothomalo.com/international/india/gp7zrbxck5 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-10/pdv88bat/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-10bw7e5kkaImranHindustan-Times.avif Bollywood actor Imran Khan was detained by the Mumbai Police on 10 October 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T09:22:01.813Z Imran moves High Court, gets show-cause notice after ‘leave India’ order Bollywood, Aamir Khan, Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), CJP Protest, Imran Khan, India, Delhi Protest https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/vfbdee26q4 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/haqfo3mc/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-18j5bwes7s5a033411-466c-4668-8c40-5c9d98f2fe3a.avif A woman cries in front of Tuptup Resort as the building burns on 17 October 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/dc5tiw4n/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-180ez7og4u1ea62a26-2fd5-42e0-b5e6-066c7dda92cd-1.avif From left, resort owners Newaz Morshed, Mohammad Tanvir, and arrested manager Zahidul Islam. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T08:25:21.533Z Police file case against 23, including resort owner; manager arrested Police, Fire, Resort, Cox's Bazar https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/z1mpdzls73 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/ozdwa2n8/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-18vqyg72ubSaida-Kamal.avif Saeeda Kamal Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T08:03:23.326Z Freedom fighter and artist Saeeda Kamal dies at 74 Freedom fighter, Art, Sufia Kamal, Paintings, Sultana Kamal, Death https://en.prothomalo.com/youth/employment/5buufxa8iv https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/4dn4xnxk/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-10rbhe0v6wIMG9349085154.avif Angry candidates block roads to protest the suspension of the assistant upazila youth development officer recruitment examination. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T07:58:16.272Z Question leak controversy: 5,386 pass repeat recruitment test Recruitment, Result, Question leak, Govt. job circular https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/mtqp59gpsp https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/8zeganb0/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-183zd3gk2bPrime-Minister.avif Prime Minister Tarique Rahman Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T07:46:16.260Z Safeguarding national interests, sovereignty to remain Bangladesh's core commitment: PM Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, National Flag, 25 March, 26 March, Sovereignty Human Body https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/fxcs83wchk https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/x2q58sea/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-175m2xdmejWhatsAppImage20261017at194027.avif A video of the anti-drug drive was posted on State Minister Ishraque Hossain’s Facebook page. Images of pistols were blurred in the video but firearms are clearly visible in some parts. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T07:15:27.271Z Police order probe into State Minister Ishraque's use of firearms in anti-drug drive Ishraque Hossain, Investigation, DMP, Liberation War Affairs Minister, Drug https://en.prothomalo.com/youth/education/wln4vxvfpc https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-08-11/hfyo05ni/prothomalo-bangla2026-08-10soc38m0e7.-SSC–result–10082026.avif Students celebrate their SSC results. Photo taken from Government Agragami Girls’ High School in Sylhet on 10 August 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T07:00:31.490Z SSC form fill-up dates announced for 2027; six key instructions for candidates SSC, Student https://en.prothomalo.com/international/mzngnfn637 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/fqvz6m6q/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-181iamrtbnAn-AH-64-Apache-helicopter.avif An Apache Helicopter Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T06:58:24.421Z Houthis claim to have shot down Saudi Apache helicopter, 2 crew killed Helicopter, Saudi-Houthi Conflict, Helicopter crash, Houthi https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/local-news/yel1tfumxe https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/2464vuxm/prothomalo-english2026-10-15e7un4bbzJournalist-shot-dead.avif Journalist Lutforzzaman Alif killed in shooting. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T06:44:43.487Z QRS condemns Netrokona journalist’s murder, demands impartial probe Netrokona, Journalist, Death, Shooting, Murder https://en.prothomalo.com/business/local/7kpgjpnjn7 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/6tjcqiet/info.avif Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T06:12:29.758Z Bangladesh’s economy trapped in three vicious cycles GDP, Economy, Inflation, Research https://en.prothomalo.com/international/india/0ebwuwn17c https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/ng2keup2/688956-01-02.jpg An ambulance carrying Durga Puja Pandal stampede victims stops in front of the emergency building of Calcutta Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata on 17 October, 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/s49rkbfb/688958-01-02.jpg Relatives of the Durga Puja Pandal stampede victims mourn outside the emergency building of Calcutta Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata on 17 October, 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/ils1xxe3/688675-01-02.jpg Relatives of a stampede victim mourn outside a government mortuary following a stampede which claimed 19 lives, leaving behind dozens injured, in Kolkata on 18 October, 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T05:37:24.274Z Kolkata stampede kills 19, injures 25 at Durga Puja pandal Stampede, Kolkata, India, Death, Tragedy https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/o9wo6bdi2i https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/bj65vvz2/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-17xvehe58cWhatsApp-Image-2026-10-17-at-9.33.06-PM.avif A ‘beef feast’ is organised on the Jagannath University campus for the second consecutive day. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/92a6krcb/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-170857l7b6WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-17-at-9.33.04-PM.webp A qawwali evening is underway on the university campus at night. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T05:22:30.909Z Jagannath University: Questions raised over back-to-back ‘Beef Feasts’ Beef, Jagannath University, Khelafat Majlis, Student, JnUCSU https://en.prothomalo.com/international/europe/k9gelbsc5w https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/wrsozmjr/685327-01-02.jpg This photograph shows a fire burning and destroying the city hall after a group of individuals forced entry into the building during ongoing protest action against the "high cost of living", in Limoges, central France on 17 October, 2026 as part of a nationwide call for mobilisation bringing together various groups expressing their anger: former "Yellow Vest", secondary school and university students, climate activists and even farmers. After weeks of student protests, France faces broader, nationwide demonstrations on 17 October, 2026 over the cost of living, setting up a potentially fraught six months heading into a presidential election. A police source told AFP that authorities estimated nearly 200,000 people could take part, with 40,000 in Paris. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/o2958617/2026-10-17T195543Z920585117RC205OAF0P09RTRMADP3FRANCE-PROTEST.JPG Police officers cover behind their shields during a demonstration as part of nationwide protests called by the "Yellow Vests" movement against the cost of living and rising fuel prices, joined by French high school and university students, teachers and parents demanding better school conditions and government action, as well as labour unions, workers, farmers and retirees, in Nantes, France, 17 October, 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/ir4vbuqf/2026-10-17T194823Z1710204382RC255OAVTF6RRTRMADP3FRANCE-PROTEST.JPG A French riot police officer stands in a street amid clashes with protesters during a day of demonstrations against the cost of living and rising fuel prices in Paris as part of nationwide protests called by the "Yellow Vests" movement, joined by French high school and university students, teachers and parents demanding better school conditions and government action, as well as labour unions, workers, farmers and retirees, France, 17 October, 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/4drgnytk/2026-10-17T194858Z2052360014RC265OAMT2ADRTRMADP3FRANCE-PROTEST.JPG A protesters sit on chairs from a vandalized shop as they block a street amid clashes during a day of demonstrations against the cost of living and rising fuel prices in Paris as part of nationwide protests called by the "Yellow Vests" movement, joined by French high school and university students, teachers and parents demanding better school conditions and government action, as well as labour unions, workers, farmers and retirees, France, 17 October, 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T04:48:53.483Z Mass protests in France spiral into worst riots in years France, Riot, Protest, Arrest https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/cricket/12gb6qw0go https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/nux8gc6z/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-178fghh116DSC1620.avif Towhid Hridoy walks back to the dressing room in disappointment. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/mrd865pi/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-17w5n9jyalDSC0492jpg.avif Bangladesh made an excellent start with the ball. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/zvu8wqhy/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-17jtjiqr90DSC07714JPG.avif Towhid Hridoy captained Bangladesh in this match due to Litton Das’s injury. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T04:08:20.272Z Bangladesh suffer 99-run defeat to Zimbabwe in tri-nation series opener Bangladesh, Zimbabwe, Afghanistan, ODI, Bangladesh Cricket https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/football/blwg40v29e https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/ziltg7fy/687297-01-02.jpg Lionel Messi #10 of Inter Miami CF celebrates scoring his team's second goal with teammates during the MLS match between Atlanta United FC and Inter Miami CF at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on 17 October, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/hz5y2l4m/687261-01-02.jpg Lionel Messi #10 of Inter Miami CF celebrates scoring his team's second goal with teammates during the MLS match between Atlanta United FC and Inter Miami CF at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on 17 October, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/4khxy6py/687321-01-02.jpg Lionel Messi #10 of Inter Miami CF controls the ball against Junior Alonso #6 of Atlanta United FC during the MLS match between Atlanta United FC and Inter Miami CF at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on 17 October, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T03:45:42.003Z Messi brace lifts Inter Miami to 3-1 win in Atlanta Lionel Messi, Inter Miami, Major League Soccer (MLS), Club Football, Football Clubs https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/w8u6mt9iwy https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-17/hi7w5vtg/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-17-at-21.37.40.jpeg Joerd Sjoerdsma, the Netherlands’ Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T03:29:36.733Z Press freedom essential to attracting foreign investment Freedom of press, Foreign Investment, Bangladesh, Netherlands, Interview https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/crime-and-law/aoie3ipjeu https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-10/wial6skf/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-10hoc0knbtWhatsApp-Image-2026-10-10-at-11.53.31-1.avif Candidates protest the cancellation of the assistant upazila youth development officer recruitment test. Photo taken from Manik Mia Avenue in Dhaka at 11:30 am on 10 October 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T03:28:22.641Z Written contracts for leaked job exam questions at Tk 1 million Question leak, CID, Crime https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/op-ed/vl6vjxqzfu https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/import/media/2017/06/04/c1965ee8802c5a3407e37a691ea06771-Buriganga-01.jpg Toxic industrial waste pollutes a river Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T02:59:58.696Z Ashulia’s toxic burden: Workers face growing environmental health crisis Pollution, Environment, Poisoning, Opinion https://en.prothomalo.com/opinion/interview/ncjd8woqmw https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-17/y9b0k2fz/F6A6553080047-1.jpg Mohammed Abu Eusuf Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T02:59:02.363Z Reforms must be carried out in our own interests, not under pressure State Reform, Economy, Inflation, Income https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/oxurv0kt7k https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-18/k1alp71e/info.avif Fazlul Haque Ameni Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-18T02:49:09.669Z Man beaten to death in Satkhira: Main accused Ameni arrested Mob Beating, Death, Satkhira, Police https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/jr9y66iu2c https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-17/r3w3zi24/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-176lrn34jgWhatsApp-Image-2026-10-17-at-20.37.58.avif Liberation War Affairs State Minister Ishraque Hossain during an anti-drug operation with a firearm in hand in the Dayaganj Ghuntighar rail-gate area near Gandaria Railway Station in Dhaka on 17 October 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-17/lqyhqpgs/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-175m2xdmejWhatsAppImage20261017at194027.avif https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-17/l7icec4s/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-175m2xdmejWhatsAppImage20261017at194027.avif A video of the anti-drug operation was posted on State Minister Ishraque Hossain’s Facebook page. The pistol was blurred in the video, although it is clearly visible in some parts. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-17T16:27:10.909Z State Minister Ishraque joins anti-drug drive with firearm, faces questions over its use Ishraque Hossain, State Minister, Pistol, Arms, Viral Video, Anti-drug campaign, Dhaka, Gunfire https://en.prothomalo.com/sports/cricket/gihx880jy6 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-17/l2ohzqyg/ngladehs.webp Shoriful Islam took two wickets for Bangladesh against Zimbabwe Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-17T15:40:57.971Z Ervine, Taylor rescue Zimbabwe after Taskin’s early burst Cricket, ODI, Zimbabwe, Bangladesh Cricket https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/6xc5tvb516 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-17/7y2k9b4r/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-17slyrgv0uc5a2b68e-cd7e-4a76-a007-90ee2d55adfa.avif The resort in Inani, Cox’s Bazar, where a fire broke out on 17 October 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-17/qo2xtv1a/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-17bd4ujlv736c59f33-7be0-4435-a9bd-7eb4b1b890da.jfif Tuptup Resort, which was gutted by fire at Patuartek Sea Beach in Inani, Ukhiya, Cox’s Bazar, on 17 October 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-17/nrn2o8qc/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-1768jrudilUntitled-2.avif Laila Jahan Nabila, a student at Jagannath University who died in the resort fire. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-17T14:50:12.695Z Cox’s Bazar resort fire: Dhaka University, Jagannath University students among victims Cox's Bazar, Resort, Fire, Dhaka University, Jagannath University https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/1mwug5g6pd https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-17/3960su06/asfsa.webp Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today paid surprise visits to 13 establishments including schools, hospitals, residential areas and public spaces Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-17T14:16:44.849Z PM makes surprise visits to 13 sites, urges cleanliness Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, School, Shishu Hospital https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/local-news/d6404z9wfg https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-17/5of18sr0/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-17enuii4rhnuralom.avif This photograph of Nur Alam with his wife and son is now just a memory. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-17/4fuwm5sx/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-17ahnab2j62imagecollage.avif Laila Jahan Nabila (right) and Israt Jahan Maliha (left), who died in the resort fire. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-17/7y2k9b4r/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-17slyrgv0uc5a2b68e-cd7e-4a76-a007-90ee2d55adfa.avif The resort in Inani, Cox’s Bazar, where a fire broke out on 17 October 2026. https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-17/qo2xtv1a/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-17bd4ujlv736c59f33-7be0-4435-a9bd-7eb4b1b890da.jfif TupTup Resort, which was gutted by fire at Patuartek Sea Beach in Inani, Ukhiya, Cox’s Bazar, on 17 October 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-17T13:58:56.214Z Cox's Bazar resort fire: Nur Alam loses wife, son, 4 other relatives Fire, Cox's Bazar, Resort, Accident, Death, Tragedy https://en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/accident/xo48x2gvmz https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-17/ljoprh7b/firee.avif Fire Service and Civil Defence Director General Brigadier General Sultanul Afreen Junaid speaks at a press conference at the department’s headquarters in Dhaka on 17 October 2026 https://media.prothomalo.com/prothomalo-english/2026-10-17/qo2xtv1a/prothomalo-bangla2026-10-17bd4ujlv736c59f33-7be0-4435-a9bd-7eb4b1b890da.jfif TupTup Resort, which was gutted by fire at Patuartek Sea Beach in Inani, Ukhiya, Cox’s Bazar, on 17 October 2026. Prothom Alo English en 2026-10-17T13:54:46.425Z 10 tourists killed in fire at Inani resort flagged as risky in June: Fire Service Fire, Cox's Bazar, Fire Service & Civil Defence