Dhaka seeks extradition of Hasina, Kamal from India
Dhaka seeks extradition of Hasina, Kamal from India
BNP govt considers family, not individual, as fundamental unit of dev: PM
BNP govt considers family, not individual, as fundamental unit of dev: PM
Kamal Uddin joins as BSS MD & Chief Editor
Kamal Uddin joins as BSS MD & Chief Editor
By-polls in Bogura-6, general election in Sherpur-3 tomorrow
By-polls in Bogura-6, general election in Sherpur-3 tomorrow
Stranded Bangladeshi vessel to pass Hormuz Strait after ME ceasefire 
Stranded Bangladeshi vessel to pass Hormuz Strait after ME ceasefire 
Bangladesh, India discuss strengthening ties for new beginning
Bangladesh, India discuss strengthening ties for new beginning
False cases must be curbed to reduce case backlog: AG
US ambassador Christensen visits Dhakeshwari temple
US ambassador Christensen visits Dhakeshwari temple
DHAKA, April 08, 2026 (BSS)- USA ambassador in Bangladesh Brent T. Christensen has visited the Dhakeshwari National Temple and nearby religious establishments today. After the visit, the ambassador held a meeting with leaders of the Metropolitan Sarbojanin Puja Committee, Bangladesh Puja Udjapan Parishad and the Dhakeshwari Temple Management Committee. During the meeting, the leaders briefed him on the overall prevailing situation. Human Rights Officer of the embassy, Harmanoski Bernard accompanied the envoy. Among others, President of Bangladesh Puja Udjapan Parishad Basudeb Dhar, President of Metropolitan Sarbojanin Puja Committee Jayanta Kumar Dev, General Secretary of Bangladesh Puja Udjapan Parishad Santosh Sharma, Adviser Kajal Debnath, Jayanta Sen Dipu and Milan Kanti Dutta, and General Secretary of Dhakeshwari Temple Management Committee D N Chatterjee were present.
Fakhrul mourns death of Sohrab Hossain
Fakhrul mourns death of Sohrab Hossain
PSC marks 54th anniversary with call for faster, merit-based recruitment
PSC marks 54th anniversary with call for faster, merit-based recruitment
European, Canadian leaders urge 'swift and lasting end' to Iran war: statement
European, Canadian leaders urge 'swift and lasting end' to Iran war: statement
ROME, April 8, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - The leaders of France, Italy, Germany, Britain, Canada, Denmark, the Netherlands, Spain and the European Union welcomed Wednesday the US-Iran ceasefire and urged a "swift and lasting end" to the war. "The goal must now be to negotiate a swift and lasting end to the war within the coming days. This can only be achieved through diplomatic means," read a joint statement.  
BNP govt considers family, not individual, as fundamental unit of dev: PM
BNP govt considers family, not individual, as fundamental unit of dev: PM
PM meets July martyrs' families, injured people in parliament
PM meets July martyrs' families, injured people in parliament
People are ultimate source of power: PM
People are ultimate source of power: PM
Govt sets 180-day action plan to implement election pledges, PM tells JS
Govt sets 180-day action plan to implement election pledges, PM tells JS
Saudi Arabia to bolster cooperation in Bangladesh's port, industrial sectors
Saudi Arabia to bolster cooperation in Bangladesh's port, industrial sectors
DHAKA, April 8, 2026 (BSS) – Saudi Arabia has expressed eagerness to work with Bangladesh for strengthening strategic cooperation in seaport development, investment expansion and the industrial sector. Saudi Ambassador to Bangladesh Dr. Abdullah Zafer H. bin Abiyah showed the interest during a meeting with Industries Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir at his ministry office here today.  During the courtesy call on, both sides discussed various issues of bilateral interest, focusing specifically on development of seaports to enhance maritime infrastructure; modernization of the shipping sector; expansion of bilateral trade between the two nations; strengthening cooperation across various industrial domains;  and expansion of mutual investment opportunities. In his speech, Khandaker Abdul Muktadir emphasized that there is significant scope for expanding economic cooperation through the development of seaports, modernization of the shipping industry, and the scaling of investments.  He noted that these sectors are pivotal to the growing economic partnership between Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia. Attributing the country’s investment appeal to current policy, the Minister stated: "The Bangladesh government has created a favourable environment for foreign investors and is according top priority to the development of port infrastructure." The Minister highlighted the importance of large-scale infrastructure for the nation’s future, specifically identifying the Matarbari Project as a strategic priority.  He characterized it as a massive project where international partnership remains crucial for Bangladesh’s maritime and economic ambitions. "The government is prioritizing the development of port infrastructure as a fundamental driver of national economic progress," he added. Dr. Abdullah Zafer H. bin Abiyah highly praised the ongoing development activities led by the Bangladesh government.  He expressed a strong optimism regarding the future trajectory of bilateral ties, specifically noting Saudi Arabia’s interest in increasing cooperation within port infrastructure and the logistics sector. Both the Minister and the Ambassador expressed satisfaction with the current state of diplomatic ties, noting that the existing bond of friendship between Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia is being further strengthened.  They shared the expectation that these bilateral relations will continue to solidify and expand through deeper mutual cooperation in the years ahead. Industries Secretary Md. Obaidur Rahman along with other senior officials from the Ministry of Industries and high-ranking representatives from the Saudi Arabian Embassy in Dhaka were present.
Bangladesh, UK agree to reactivate trade, investment dialogue
Bangladesh, UK agree to reactivate trade, investment dialogue
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UK delegation proposes easing policies to boost higher education collaboration
UK delegation proposes easing policies to boost higher education collaboration
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BCCCI discusses technical education cooperation with Education ministry
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Accreditation Preparation Workshop held at RU
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SSC candidates to get admit card at least 7 days ahead of exam
Religious education plays vital role in nation-building: KCC Administrator
Religious education plays vital role in nation-building: KCC Administrator
KHULNA, April 8, 2026 (BSS) - Khulna City Corporation (KCC) Administrator Nazrul Islam Manju today said religious education plays a vital role in nation-building, stressing the need to raise children with proper moral and religious values. "As Muslims, we should ensure that our children receive religious education, as it helps them grow into responsible and ideal human beings," he said. He made the remarks while addressing the prize distribution ceremony of the annual sports competition at KCC-run Darul Quran Dakhil Madrasa in the city's Khalishpur area this afternoon as the chief guest. Emphasizing the development of the madrasa as a model educational institution, Manju urged authorities to ensure an environment where guardians feel confident to enroll their children. He congratulated both teachers and students and called upon the teachers to be more sincere in their teaching to earn the trust and confidence of all. The madrasa currently has around 400 students from classes I to X. This year, nine students from class V and two from class VIII secured scholarships under both talent pool and general grades. The KCC administrator distributed prizes among scholarship recipients and winners of the sports competition and wished a bright future for the students. Acting superintendent Najmunnahar Begum presided over the function. Among others, former councilors Abu Saleq and Master Shafiqul Alam, former education and cultural officer SKM Tashaduzzaman, principal of Khulishpur Collegiate Girls School Md Shahidul Alam, and social worker Md Zahidur Rahman Ripon spoke as special guests.
20 detained over illegal sand extraction in Manikganj
20 detained over illegal sand extraction in Manikganj
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Seminar on 'Psychosomatic' Treatment for pregnant women held in Rajshahi
BCB chief Tamim vows to restore image of country’s cricket
BCB chief Tamim vows to restore image of country’s cricket
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Aminul greets two shutllers for winning gold
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Indian video falsely shared as Narsingdi madrasah beating incident
Indian video falsely shared as Narsingdi madrasah beating incident
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Viral photo of person at petrol pump with mosquito net is AI-generated: Rumor Scanner
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AI-generated video falsely attributing remarks to PM Tarique Rahman identified: BanglaFact
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FactWatch debunks claim of anti-discrimination student leader's arrest
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10 more people die of suspected measles, 1,248 infected
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Seeds, fertilizers distributed among 700 farmers in Sherpur
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