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Locked in poverty and erosion: The reality of Kurigram

UNB:: Kurigram, a northern border district of Bangladesh, continues to struggle with extreme poverty, widespread landlessness and relentless river erosion, trapping millions of people in harsh living conditions despite its large geographic size.Spanning around 2,255 square kilometres and home to ove...

World,WAR,Middle East

Gaza flotilla organisers say surrounded by Israeli 'military boats'

The organisers of a flotilla carrying pro-Palestinian activists aiming to break through an Israeli blockade in Gaza said Thursday their boats were surrounded by Israeli "military boats".The flotilla, made up of more than 50 boats, set sail in recent weeks from Marseille in France, Barcelon...

World,WAR,Middle East

Trump, Putin hold phone conversation on Iran and Ukraine, says Kremlin

Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump have held a phone conversation discussing issues related to Iran and Ukraine, the Kremlin has said.According to a Kremlin aide, during the call Putin put forward proposals aimed at resolving the conflict over Iran’s nuclear program...

World,Middle East,Passport, Vissa, Immigration ,Accident, Fire, Disaster

17 killed, seven rescued off Libya after week at sea: Red Crescent

The Libyan Red Crescent said Wednesday that a patrol boat recovered 17 bodies and rescued seven people during an operation to assist a stranded vessel off the North African country.With Italy around 300 kilometres (186 miles) away, Libya has become a key launchpad for tens of thousands of migrants w...

National,Education & Research

Proff Dr. H M Jahirul Haque appointed Mentor of WURI Rankings

Professor Dr. H M Jahirul Haque, Vice Chancellor of the Canadian University of Bangladesh has been appointed as a Certified Mentor by the World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI).The recognition highlights his contributions to academic leadership, innovation-driven education, and quality assu...

World,WAR,Middle East

Israeli strikes continue in southern Lebanon, houses destroyed

Israeli forces have carried out fresh air attacks in southern Lebanon, hitting several towns and causing widespread damage, according to Lebanon’s National News Agency (NNA).The agency reported that air raids targeted the town of Hanine at dawn, destroying a number of houses.The latest strikes...

World

Iran FM in Russia says US has offered new round of talks as Moscow positions itself as mediator

Russia has hosted Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in St. Petersburg for talks on a potential new round of negotiations with the United States, amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to ease regional tensions.Araghchi’s visit comes as Moscow seeks to position itself as a mediator between ...

World,WAR,Middle East

Iran FM says US seeks talks after failing to achieve war goals

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said the United States is pushing for negotiations after failing to achieve its objectives in the war against Iran.Speaking to a Russian state television reporter on Monday, Araghchi said that despite being a global superpower, Washington “has a...

World,WAR

Rubio says preventing Iran from nuclear weapon remains ‘core issue’

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said preventing Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon remains the central concern in any potential agreement, amid renewed diplomatic efforts.In a Fox News interview, Rubio responded to Iran’s latest proposal, which suggests easing restrictions on the Strai...

World,WAR

Iran offers to reopen Strait of Hormuz if US lifts blockade, ends war

Iran has offered to ease its restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz if the United States lifts its blockade and brings an end to the war, according to two regional officials familiar with the proposal.The offer, reportedly conveyed to Washington through Pakistan, would postpone discussions on Iran&rsq...

National,Politics,Education & Research,President, Prime Minister

PM for reducing screen time, promoting reading habit among children

UNB, Jashore:: Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Monday said the government has taken a plan to build a reading habit among children, keep them away from excessive mobile phone use and reduce their dependence on digital devices.“We want to develop the practice of reading books. We want to bring...

World,WAR

Iran FM reaches Russia on regional tour after visits to Pakistan, Oman

Iran’s Foreign Minister has arrived in Russia following visits to Pakistan and Oman, as part of a broader regional tour aimed at easing tensions.The trip comes amid an intensified diplomatic effort to contain growing regional strains. Speaking about his Moscow visit, Foreign Minister Abbas Ara...

National,Politics

3 BNP, JCD leaders suspended over attack on Jamaat MP’s vehicle in Netrakona

UNB, Netrokona:: Three leaders of BNP and its student wing Chhatra Dal have been suspended over the attack on the vehicle of Jamaat MP (Netrokona-5 ) Masum Mostafa.The suspended leaders are Purbadhala Upazila BNP joint convener Ishtiaq Ahmed Babu, Upazila Chhatra Dal member secretary Saju Ahmed, and...

National,Politics,President, Prime Minister

PM Tarique inaugurates Ulashi canal re-excavation work

UNB, Jashore:: Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Monday inaugurated the re-excavation of historic Ulashi canal in Sharsha upazila of Jashore.The Prime Minister formally launched the work around 11:20am the by cutting the first soil with a spade at the canal site.A munajat was offered there seeking th...

National,Country, Districts,Weather,Environment & Nature,Accident, Fire, Disaster

Nor’wester leaves mother, 2 daughters dead in Jamalpur

UNB, Jamalpur:: A woman and her two daughters were killed as a Nor’wester lashed Melandaha upazila of Jamalpur district early Monday.The deceased were identified as Khuki Begum, 65, wife of the late Gani Mandal of Dagi area and her daughters Farida Akhter, 40, and Fateh Akhter, 37.A tree colla...

World,WAR

North Korea opens museum honoring troops killed in Ukraine war

North Korea has opened a memorial museum in Pyongyang to honor its soldiers who died while fighting alongside Russia in the war against Ukraine, as both countries signal plans to deepen cooperation.North Korea and Russia said in April 2025 that their forces had jointly pushed back a Ukrainian incurs...

World,Business & Commerce,Power, Energy, Oil, Gas,Diplomachy,WAR

Oil prices rise again as Pakistan talks fail to materialise

Oil prices rose when the market opened Sunday as traders absorbed the news of the stalled ceasefire talks.West Texas Intermediate, the U.S.-produced light, sweet crude, was selling for $96.50 a barrel Sunday, up 2% since the market closed on Friday. The price was 44% higher than before the start of ...

National,Weather

Rains bring a breath of fresh air to Dhaka

A spell of rain on Sunday evening and early Monday brought much-needed relief to Dhaka residents, significantly improving the city’s air quality.The showers washed away accumulated dust and pollutants, leaving the air noticeably cleaner and more refreshing.Dhaka, one of the world’s most ...

World,Environment & Nature,Accident, Fire, Disaster

Magnitude 6.2 earthquake shakes part of northern Japan

Rising water levels in major rivers in the northern region have sparked fears of early flooding, as heavy rainfall continues to batter several districts.Officials of the Water Development Board (WDB) said the water levels of the Teesta, Dharla and Brahmaputra rivers have been increasing due to persi...

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Northern Bangladesh faces early flood threat after record rainfall

UNB:: Rising water levels in major rivers in the northern region have sparked fears of early flooding, as heavy rainfall continues to batter several districts.Officials of the Water Development Board (WDB) said the water levels of the Teesta, Dharla and Brahmaputra rivers have been increasing due to...