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Bangladesh Currency Exchange Rates for 6 August

August 6, 2026

With more than 10 million Bangladeshis living and working overseas and the country’s international trade continuing to expand, foreign currency exchange rates remain a key concern for both individuals and businesses. Every day, remittance earners, importers, exporters, students studying abroad and international travellers monitor exchange rates to estimate transaction costs and financial returns. On Thursday, […]

Before the First Test: Miraz Century Rescues Bangladesh

August 6, 2026

Bangladesh’s preparations for their long-awaited Test series in Australia began with a mixed performance, as they were dismissed for 263 in their only warm-up match against a Cricket Australia XI in Darwin. While the batting line-up struggled collectively, all-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz produced a superb unbeaten century to provide the visitors with a competitive total. […]

Dismembered Woman’s Head and Hands Found in Dhaka

August 6, 2026

Police have recovered the severed head and two detached hands of an unidentified woman from the Madertek area in Dhaka’s Sabujbagh on Thursday morning, prompting an intensive investigation to establish her identity and determine the circumstances surrounding the killing. According to police, local residents alerted officers after spotting suspicious remains near a canal in the […]

Burqa-Clad Woman’s Signal Linked to Tk5.7 Million Bus Heist

August 6, 2026

Police have arrested two suspects in connection with the daylight robbery of Tk5.7 million from a passenger bus on the Teknaf–Cox’s Bazar highway, as investigators continue searching for the stolen money and other members of the alleged gang. Authorities are also examining the suspected role of a burqa-clad woman who is believed to have helped […]

Six More Die Amid Measles Symptoms

August 6, 2026

Six more people have died after developing symptoms consistent with measles during the past 24 hours, according to the latest figures released by Bangladesh’s Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS). Four of the six deaths were reported from the Dhaka Division, highlighting the continued concentration of cases in one of the country’s most densely populated […]

Three Months After Marriage, Woman Found Hanging

August 6, 2026

A 23-year-old housewife who had married her long-time partner after staging a five-day hunger strike to demand recognition of their relationship has been found dead at her husband’s home in Gopalpur upazila of Tangail, prompting a police investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death. The deceased, Monia Munni, was discovered hanging on Wednesday morning at […]

Two Killed in Separate Ullapara Road Accidents

August 6, 2026

Two people have lost their lives in separate road accidents in Ullapara Upazila of Sirajganj, highlighting once again the continuing concern over highway safety in Bangladesh. The first accident took place at around 12:00 noon on Thursday (6 August) in the Ramar Char area along the Dhaka–Rajshahi Highway. According to local authorities, a battery-powered auto-rickshaw […]

Diplomatic Language Sparks Debate Over Foreign Ministry Statement

August 6, 2026

A senior Bangladeshi journalist and former diplomatic correspondent has criticised the language used in a recent statement issued by Bangladesh’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, arguing that while the government’s protest was justified, the wording failed to reflect internationally accepted diplomatic standards. Reacting to reports concerning former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s appearance at a press conference […]

Handcuffed ICU Patient Monir Khan Dies in Hospital

August 6, 2026

Mizanur Rahman Monir, widely known as Monir Khan, a member of the Patuakhali District Awami League, has died while undergoing treatment at Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH), bringing to an end a prolonged medical battle that had also sparked public debate over the treatment of seriously ill detainees. The 48-year-old politician died at 3:25 pm […]

Four Arrested After Chhatra League Rally

August 6, 2026

Four people have been arrested after police dispersed a procession allegedly organised under the banner of the banned Bangladesh Chhatra League in Shahzadpur upazila of Sirajganj district. Authorities have also filed a case against the suspects under the Anti-Terrorism Act, as part of ongoing efforts to maintain law and order in the area. According to […]

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Category: Asia

Bangladesh Currency Exchange Rates for 6 August

Before the First Test: Miraz Century Rescues Bangladesh

Dismembered Woman’s Head and Hands Found in Dhaka

Burqa-Clad Woman’s Signal Linked to Tk5.7 Million Bus Heist

Six More Die Amid Measles Symptoms

Three Months After Marriage, Woman Found Hanging

Two Killed in Separate Ullapara Road Accidents

Diplomatic Language Sparks Debate Over Foreign Ministry Statement

Handcuffed ICU Patient Monir Khan Dies in Hospital

Four Arrested After Chhatra League Rally

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