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Two Confess in Shahid Minar Student Murder

March 18, 2026

In a major development in the brutal killing of college student Rakibul Hasan Rakib at Dhaka’s central Shahid Minar, two of the accused, Golam Rasul Shihab and Sagar Kabir, have given confessional statements in court. Meanwhile, two other suspects, Rafin Sheikh and Shahriar Nazim Joy, have been placed under five days’ remand for further questioning. […]

Deadly Launch Collision at River Port

March 18, 2026

A tragic maritime accident at the busy river terminal of Sadarghat in the capital has left at least two people dead and two others missing, following a violent collision between two passenger launches. The incident occurred at approximately 5:30 pm on Wednesday, prompting an immediate emergency response and raising renewed concerns over river transport safety […]

Shams Sumon’s life was marked by severe financial hardship until his death.

March 18, 2026

Actor Shahriar Nazim Joy, a close colleague of Shams Sumon, has expressed profound grief over his friend’s passing in a heartfelt Facebook post. In a letter addressed to the late actor, Joy shared his deep affection and sorrow, revealing the emotional bond they shared. Shams Sumon, a prominent actor of the 1990s, passed away on […]

Government Announces New Crop Insurance Scheme

March 18, 2026

Agriculture Minister Mohammed Amin Ur Rashid has unveiled plans to introduce a comprehensive crop insurance programme designed to shield farmers from losses caused by natural disasters. The initiative aims to provide financial compensation to farmers whose crops are affected by floods, storms, or other calamities, ensuring that their livelihoods are protected against unforeseen events. The […]

Four More Fuel Ships En Route Chittagong

March 18, 2026

Despite pronounced volatility in the global energy market, Chittagong Port continues to witness a steady arrival of fuel-laden vessels. Over the past two weeks, a total of 23 large oil and gas carriers have docked at the country’s principal seaport, underscoring the port’s pivotal role in maintaining energy supplies amid regional uncertainties. Port authorities have […]

Distribution of China’s Gifts in Jamaat’s Name

March 18, 2026

The Chinese Embassy in Bangladesh distributed Eid al-Fitr food packages to residents of Dhaka on Tuesday, 17 March 2026, at the grounds of Mirpur-10 Ideal High School, located in Dhaka-15 constituency. What initially appeared to be a routine humanitarian gesture quickly became the centre of political and diplomatic debate. The event saw the presence of […]

Shams Sumon’s Funeral Completed, Burial Pending

March 18, 2026

The first funeral prayer for renowned television actor and National Film Award recipient Shams Sumon has been held, marking a solemn farewell to one of Bangladesh’s most versatile performers. The ceremony took place on Wednesday, 18 March, at 11:00 am at the Channel i premises, where his body was brought for the congregational prayer. Numerous […]

Bangladesh Climbs Rankings After Series Win

March 18, 2026

Bangladesh’s cricket stars have made significant strides in the latest ICC One Day International (ODI) rankings following their hard-fought series victory against Pakistan. The three-match series, which concluded on 15 March, saw Bangladesh clinch a 2-1 win, and several players have now improved their global standing. The most notable performer was Mehedi Hasan Miraz, Bangladesh’s […]

Shakib’s Return to Bangladesh May Be Imminent

March 18, 2026

Shakib Al Hasan, the illustrious Bangladesh all-rounder, last represented the national cricket team in 2024 against India. Since that match, the 37-year-old has been absent from international duties, and legal complications have prevented him from returning to Bangladesh. In fact, even an earlier attempt to come back from Dubai had to be postponed after he […]

Residential Hall Student Found Dead at Jahangirnagar

March 18, 2026

Authorities at Jahangirnagar University recovered the body of a student found hanging in his residential hall on Wednesday afternoon. The grim discovery was made around 2:30 pm in room 413 of the Sher-e-Bangla A. K. Fazlul Huq Hall, one of the university’s prominent residential halls. The deceased has been identified as Arup Ratan Konisk, a […]

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Category: Asia

Two Confess in Shahid Minar Student Murder

Deadly Launch Collision at River Port

Shams Sumon’s life was marked by severe financial hardship until his death.

Government Announces New Crop Insurance Scheme

Four More Fuel Ships En Route Chittagong

Distribution of China’s Gifts in Jamaat’s Name

Shams Sumon’s Funeral Completed, Burial Pending

Bangladesh Climbs Rankings After Series Win

Shakib’s Return to Bangladesh May Be Imminent

Residential Hall Student Found Dead at Jahangirnagar

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