Global market volatility obligates fuel price adjustment: Finance Minister
Global market volatility obligates fuel price adjustment: Finance Minister
Tarique Rahman works at his party office past midnight
Tarique Rahman works at his party office past midnight
15 million cubic feet gas expected from Titas deep exploration well
15 million cubic feet gas expected from Titas deep exploration well
12-kg LPG cylinder price fixed at Tk1,940
12-kg LPG cylinder price fixed at Tk1,940
Digital judiciary gains momentum as govt pushes reforms to ease public sufferings
Digital judiciary gains momentum as govt pushes reforms to ease public sufferings
Muktadir for transforming FBCCI into effective, non-political body
Muktadir for transforming FBCCI into effective, non-political body
False cases must be curbed to reduce case backlog: AG
Army Chief inaugurates Army Hill and Jungle Warfare School in Bandarban
Army Chief inaugurates Army Hill and Jungle Warfare School in Bandarban
DHAKA, Apr 19, 2026 (BSS) - Chief of Army Staff General Waker-Uz-Zaman on Saturday inspected Alikadam Cantonment in Bandarban and inaugurated the newly built Army Hill and Jungle Warfare School. The training facility has been established to enhance the Army’s operational capacity in conducting missions in remote hilly and forested areas, as well as in plains, according to a press release issued by ISPR. It will enable personnel to undergo operational and technical training to acquire the necessary physical fitness, mental resilience and tactical skills required to effectively discharge their duties in hostile and hazardous environments. Among others, the General Officer Commanding of the Army Training and Doctrine Command, the Engineer-in-Chief, the Adjutant General, the General Officer Commanding of Headquarters 24 Infantry Division, the Area Commander of Chittagong Area, senior military officers of the concerned area and other dignitaries were present on the occasion.
Sports empower girls against child marriage in Bangladesh
Sports empower girls against child marriage in Bangladesh
21 crime suspects arrested in Shahjahanpur 
21 crime suspects arrested in Shahjahanpur 
Turkey 'optimistic' Middle East ceasefire will be extended: foreign minister
Turkey 'optimistic' Middle East ceasefire will be extended: foreign minister
ANTALYA, Turkey, April 19, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Turkey said it remained "optimistic" that a two-week ceasefire between Iran and the United States set to expire on Wednesday would be extended. "No one wants to see a new war break out when the ceasefire expires next week. We hope ... the parties will extend the ceasefire," Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said on Sunday at the Antalya Diplomacy Forum. "I hope there'll be an extension. I am optimistic," he said.  
Ziaur Rahman's role in founding SAARC recalled at Antalya Forum
Ziaur Rahman's role in founding SAARC recalled at Antalya Forum
Tarique Rahman among TIME's 100 most influential people of 2026
Tarique Rahman among TIME's 100 most influential people of 2026
Govt moves to make, implement action plans under 180-day programme: PM
Govt moves to make, implement action plans under 180-day programme: PM
Govt. starts implementing different welfare programmes for people: PM 
Govt. starts implementing different welfare programmes for people: PM 
Muktadir urges Canadian entrepreneurs to invest in solar power 
Muktadir urges Canadian entrepreneurs to invest in solar power 
DHAKA, April 19, 2026 (BSS) - Commerce Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir today invited Canadian entrepreneurs to invest in the country's solar power sector as a primary vehicle for future bilateral trade growth. The minister made the call when Canadian High Commissioner Ajit Singh called on him at Bangladesh Secretariat in the city, said a press release. The meeting focused on leveraging Bangladesh's green energy transition and emerging tech sectors to solidify long-term strategic ties between the two nations. During the meeting, Khandaker Abdul Muktadir underscored the government's prioritized focus on attracting both domestic and foreign investment to the renewable energy sector.  Highlighting a central pillar of the nation's energy strategy, the minister revealed that the government has already initiated comprehensive activities to reach a 10,000 MW solar power production target. In a direct call to action for international partners, the minister assured that the government is prepared to offer all necessary policy and institutional support to facilitate foreign capital.  In the meeting, Ajit Singh acknowledged the robust foundation of the Bangladesh-Canada relationship, noting a vast potential for further trade expansion. He specifically pointed to the Bangladeshi diaspora in Canada as a vital economic bridge, contributing significantly to the prosperity of both countries. According to the High Commissioner, Canadian investors are increasingly eyeing the Bangladeshi market, with a strategic focus on three key areas, Agri-food, Fintech and Renewable Energy (Solar Power). The High Commissioner expressed confidence that such sectoral cooperation would not only drive economic returns but also further solidify the friendly diplomatic relations between Dhaka and Ottawa. The meeting concluded with both parties reaffirming their commitment to a broader economic partnership.  The dialogue was characterized by a mutual intent to transform diplomatic goodwill into tangible trade milestones. Additional Secretary (Export) of the Ministry of Commerce Md. Abdur Rahim Khan, among others, was present on the occasion.
16.2pc growth of remittance inflow till April 18
16.2pc growth of remittance inflow till April 18
5 banks sign MoU with BIDA to enhance OSS-based investment services
5 banks sign MoU with BIDA to enhance OSS-based investment services
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Army Chief inaugurates Army Hill and Jungle Warfare School in Bandarban
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Fake photocard with image of Home Minister spreading propaganda identified: BanglaFact
Fake photocard with image of Home Minister spreading propaganda identified: BanglaFact
Ministry dismisses rumour over SSC exam routine
Ministry dismisses rumour over SSC exam routine
Neighbours confirm Kabir Hossain’s identity as a farmer
Neighbours confirm Kabir Hossain’s identity as a farmer
BanglaFact flags measles misinformation on political Facebook page
BanglaFact flags measles misinformation on political Facebook page
78,432 children to get measles-rubella vaccine in Khagrachhari
78,432 children to get measles-rubella vaccine in Khagrachhari
KHAGRACHHARI, April 19, 2026 (BSS) - A total of 79,432 children under-five years will receive measles-rubella (MR) vaccines under an 11-day special immunization campaign of the government. The immunization drive will run from April 20 to May 10. The information was revealed today by Deputy Civil Surgeon of the district Dr. Ratan Khisa at a press conference held at the Civil Surgeon’s office here. The campaign will be conducted across 1,519 centers in all nine upazilas of the district. These include 574 educational institutions, 945 community centers, nine upazila health complexes and one municipal vaccination center. Children aged between six months and under-five years will be eligible for vaccination. Although online registration is encouraged, authorities said children without prior registration will also be vaccinated. Officials of the health department urged the parents and guardians to ensure that their children receive the vaccine during the campaign period.
7.67 lakh children to receive measles-rubella vaccine in Ctg
7.67 lakh children to receive measles-rubella vaccine in Ctg
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Measles vaccination to begin in Dinajpur tomorrow 
Edu Ministry proposes 1,461 temporary posts in 11 govt colleges
Edu Ministry proposes 1,461 temporary posts in 11 govt colleges
Titumir for transforming DU into a research-oriented institution
Titumir for transforming DU into a research-oriented institution
KU introduces skill development test for staff promotion
KU introduces skill development test for staff promotion
Dhaka Board scraps 'silent expulsion' rule from SSC exam conduct policy
Dhaka Board scraps 'silent expulsion' rule from SSC exam conduct policy
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England beat Iceland to stay perfect in Women's World Cup qualifying
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Arteta urges Arsenal to have no regrets in Man City title showdown
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Arsenal face acid test of Premier League title mettle at Man City
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Fijian Drua pay tribute to cyclone-hit compatriots after historic win
79 cricketers switch teams on Day 1 of DPL player transfer
79 cricketers switch teams on Day 1 of DPL player transfer
Mirpur, Sylhet to host Pakistan Tests in May
Mirpur, Sylhet to host Pakistan Tests in May

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Hollywood, Silicon Valley turn out for the 'Oscars of Science'
Hollywood, Silicon Valley turn out for the 'Oscars of Science'
Recitation event featuring works of poet Rezauddin Stalin held in capital
Recitation event featuring works of poet Rezauddin Stalin held in capital
French film star Nathalie Baye dead at 77: family to AFP
French film star Nathalie Baye dead at 77: family to AFP
New tools rescue old art at Madrid's Prado museum
New tools rescue old art at Madrid's Prado museum
17 fresh dengue cases detected overnight
17 fresh dengue cases detected overnight
Govt expands rehab network as addiction outpaces treatment access
Govt expands rehab network as addiction outpaces treatment access
PIMS offers support to tackle measles, viral fever outbreak in Bangladesh
PIMS offers support to tackle measles, viral fever outbreak in Bangladesh
Tourist missing while bathing in Bandarban’s Matamuhuri river
Tourist missing while bathing in Bandarban’s Matamuhuri river
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Blue Origin set to launch rocket with reusable booster for first time
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Govt working to make agriculture sector self-reliant: Agriculture Minister
Govt working to make agriculture sector self-reliant: Agriculture Minister
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'Cruelly hot': Japan devises new term for heatwave days
Germany to boost Bangladesh's focus on nature conservation
Japan's net greenhouse gas emissions fall to record low