Category: Asia

The Power-Cut Crisis Continues: Matarbari Unit Shutdown to Cut 600MW from the Grid

August 19, 2026

A major technical glitch forced the sudden shutdown of a 600-megawatt generation unit at the Matarbari ultra-supercritical coal-fired power plant in Cox’s Bazar on Wednesday. The unexpected malfunction occurred at approximately 12:40 pm, immediately tripping the generator and removing a substantial block of electricity generation from the national grid. Engineers and technical personnel stationed at […]

Darwin Victory Lifts Najmul and Bangladesh Stars in Rankings

August 19, 2026

Bangladesh’s historic Test victory over Australia in Darwin has been followed by a significant rise in the latest player rankings, with captain Najmul Hossain Shanto reaching the highest position of his career. Najmul’s composed 84 in Bangladesh’s first innings proved particularly valuable in a match where the visitors secured a memorable victory against the hosts. […]

Income Falls Amid Gas Crisis, Families Struggle as Loan Repayments Mount

August 19, 2026

A severe shortage of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) across Dhaka has pushed commercial drivers to the brink of financial collapse, stranding thousands of auto-rickshaws and private cars in endless queues. Day after day, drivers spend their most productive hours lined up outside filling stations only to leave empty-handed. The crippling deficit has not only devastated […]

Bangladesh Taka Exchange Rates Against Major Currencies

August 19, 2026

Dhaka, 19 August 2026: Bangladesh’s growing trade, investment and financial links with the global economy continue to drive demand for foreign currencies. Exchange rates therefore remain an important reference for importers, exporters, remittance recipients, travellers and businesses engaged in international transactions. The indicative exchange rates of the Bangladeshi taka against selected foreign currencies for Wednesday, […]

Nasirnagar Upazila Awami League General Secretary Arrested

August 19, 2026

Law enforcement agencies have arrested Abdul Latif, the general secretary of the Nasirnagar Upazila unit of the Awami League, during a late-night operation in the capital, Dhaka. The 57-year-old politician was apprehended on Monday night in connection with a case filed under the Anti-Terrorism Act at Nasirnagar Police Station in Brahmanbaria. The arrest was confirmed […]

Bangladesh’s Foreign Exchange Reserves Rise to $37.25 Billion

August 19, 2026

Bangladesh’s gross foreign exchange reserves have risen to US$37.25 billion, according to the latest data released by Bangladesh Bank on Tuesday, 18 August. The increase provides a positive indication for the country’s external financial position, particularly at a time when foreign exchange reserves remain closely watched for their role in meeting import payments, supporting international […]

Former Bangladesh Fast Bowler Shafiul Islam Mourns His Mother

August 19, 2026

Former Bangladesh international fast bowler Shafiul Islam is mourning the loss of his mother, who passed away on Wednesday morning. The 36-year-old cricketer personally shared the sad news through a heartfelt social media post. Writing on his official Facebook page, the right-arm pace bowler expressed his deep grief over his mother’s departure at 8:30 am. […]

Did Jaiswal’s IPL Offer Tempt Dickwella Into His Dismissal?

August 19, 2026

Niroshan Dickwella was dismissed by Indian pacer Prasidh Krishna, with wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant completing the catch behind the stumps. Yet after the dismissal, Ravindra Jadeja, Pant and other Indian players appeared to congratulate Yashasvi Jaiswal. The reason was a humorous exchange between Jaiswal and Dickwella shortly before the wicket. The incident began in the 60th […]

Four Bangladeshis From Same Family Among Kolkata Dead

August 19, 2026

Five Bangladeshi nationals have been identified among the nine people killed in a devastating hotel fire in Kolkata, West Bengal, with four of the victims belonging to the same family, Bangladesh’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Wednesday. The fire broke out on Tuesday night, 18 August, at a hotel near New Market in the […]

Kishoreganj Concert Postponed Over Licensing Issues and Local Objections

August 19, 2026

A major music concert scheduled to take place at the Old Stadium in Kishoreganj on Wednesday afternoon has been postponed following administrative intervention over licensing regulations and objections raised by a local religious group. The decision was confirmed on Wednesday morning by the district administration, halting preparations for the musical event that was set to […]

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The Power-Cut Crisis Continues: Matarbari Unit Shutdown to Cut 600MW from the Grid

Darwin Victory Lifts Najmul and Bangladesh Stars in Rankings

Income Falls Amid Gas Crisis, Families Struggle as Loan Repayments Mount

Bangladesh Taka Exchange Rates Against Major Currencies

Nasirnagar Upazila Awami League General Secretary Arrested

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Former Bangladesh Fast Bowler Shafiul Islam Mourns His Mother

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