The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has issued a weather alert warning of possible gusty winds, rainfall, and thunderstorms across several regions of the country, particularly during the late-night hours. According to the advisory released for inland river ports, temporary storms may affect parts of Bangladesh until 1:00 a.m. on Wednesday (11 March). Areas Under Storm […]

Bangladesh has formally requested special permission or a temporary waiver from the United States to import crude oil from Russia, following in the footsteps of India, which has already received similar authorisation. The announcement was made by Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury after a meeting with U.S. Ambassador to Bangladesh Brent T. […]

Biman Bangladesh Airlines has announced the resumption of flights on the Dhaka–Sylhet–Manchester route, which had been suspended for some time. The airline plans to restart services on 1 July 2026, citing growing passenger demand and the need to strengthen connectivity for the Bangladeshi diaspora in the United Kingdom. Official Statement and Rationale Biman’s General Manager […]

Bangladesh’s diesel import landscape has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past two decades. While the country once relied almost exclusively on Middle Eastern suppliers—particularly Kuwait—today the supply chain is far more diversified, with South-East Asian nations and India playing increasingly significant roles. Historical Dependence on the Middle East In the 2006–07 fiscal year, 91% […]

A young man has died and three others remain hospitalised after allegedly consuming excessive alcohol during a Holi celebration in Atrai upazila of Naogaon district, authorities confirmed on Wednesday. The deceased, identified as Naeem, 23, passed away while undergoing treatment at Rajshahi Medical College Hospital on Wednesday afternoon. Local police said the incident occurred during […]