Category: Asia

Bid to Show General Masud Arrested

March 25, 2026

A fresh legal move has been initiated to formally show retired Lieutenant General Masud Uddin Chowdhury arrested in a high-profile corruption case involving the alleged embezzlement of Tk 1.19 billion through overseas recruitment to Malaysia. The case, brought by Bangladesh’s Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC), has intensified scrutiny over irregularities in the manpower export sector. On Wednesday, […]

Bid to Show General Masud Arrested

March 25, 2026

Shahnaz Rahmatullah’s Prothom Bangladesh Reimagined

March 25, 2026

A revitalised version of the iconic patriotic song Prothom Bangladesh is poised for release on 26 March, commemorating Bangladesh’s Independence Day with a renewed artistic vision. The initiative seeks to bridge generational divides by reintroducing a timeless composition to younger audiences while preserving its emotional and historical resonance. The song was originally brought to prominence […]

Armeen Musa to Honour Bengali Legacy in Shanghai

March 25, 2026

Shanghai’s celebrated live music venue, The Pearl, known for its vibrant international programming and eclectic cultural showcases, will host Bangladeshi singer and composer Armeen Musa on 26 March. Renowned for fusing traditional Bengali music with contemporary styles, Musa’s upcoming performance promises both innovation and homage to Bangladesh’s musical heritage. The evening will begin with a […]

Fuel Imports Lag Amid Middle East Conflict

March 25, 2026

Bangladesh faces a critical shortfall in fuel imports as ongoing conflict in the Middle East disrupts supply chains. Despite proactive planning by the Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation (BPC), only a quarter of the nation’s fuel demand has been secured for March. Since the outbreak of hostilities, 25 oil and gas tankers have docked at Chattogram Port, […]

Fuel Imports Lag Amid Middle East Conflict

March 25, 2026

Road Deaths Spike During Eid Holiday: Discrepancies Highlighted

March 25, 2026

The recent Eid-ul-Fitr holiday has seen a worrying surge in road fatalities, with stark discrepancies between official and independent figures raising questions over the accuracy of reported data. According to the Bangladesh Road Transport Authority (BRTA), during the seven-day Eid holiday from 17 to 23 March, a total of 92 road accidents nationwide resulted in […]

Road Deaths Spike During Eid Holiday: Discrepancies Highlighted

March 25, 2026

Shootout Erupts Outside BNP Office in Lakshmipur

March 25, 2026

A violent confrontation broke out between rival groups from two neighbouring villages in Lakshmipur, culminating in a shootout outside the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) office in Chandraganj. A passerby was shot and another individual was beaten during the clash, which reportedly stemmed from a dispute over local dominance. The incident occurred on Tuesday evening, 24 […]