Category: Asia

Khaiyum in Focus Ahead of Cabinet Formation

February 17, 2026

As discussions intensify around the formation of the new cabinet of the Thirteenth National Parliament, attention has turned to Mr Ali Newaz Mahmud Khaiyum, the Member of Parliament for Rajbari-1 (Sadar-Goaland) and a central executive committee member of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP). His long-standing advocacy for the Padma Barrage and development initiatives in the […]

Narrow Escape! Motorcycle Catches Fire at Petrol Station — Panic in Rajbari Sadar, Call for Vigilance

February 17, 2026

Rajbari Correspondent: A potentially devastating fire was narrowly averted at Palash Filling Station under Rajbari Sadar Police Station after a motorcycle suddenly caught fire while refuelling. Thanks to the swift response of local residents and the prompt action of the fire service, a major disaster was avoided. The incident occurred at the Palash Filling Station […]

Couple Arrested for Selling Fake ‘Family Cards’ in Market

February 17, 2026

In Fatulla, Narayanganj, a husband and wife have been arrested for printing and selling fraudulent “family cards,” allegedly exploiting the manifesto announced by Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairman Tarique Rahman as a pretext. The Narayanganj Sadar Upazila Executive Officer (UNO), S M Foyez Uddin Ahmed, confirmed the arrests on Monday evening (16 February). Speaking to […]

Death Sentences in Karnataka Gang-Rape Case

February 17, 2026

Three men have been sentenced to death by a court in the southern Indian state of Karnataka for the gang rape of an Israeli tourist and another woman, as well as the murder of a local man. The verdict was delivered on Monday, 16 February, by a district court, marking the culmination of a case […]

Ehsanul Haque Milon Joins Cabinet

February 17, 2026

Dr. A N M Ehsanul Haque Milon, the Member of Parliament for Chandpur-1 (Kachua) and former State Minister of Education, has been invited to take the oath as a member of the new Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) government cabinet. The announcement was personally confirmed by Dr. Milon to the media on Tuesday morning, 17 February. […]

“The BNP government begins its tenure bearing a debt burden of 23 lakh crore taka.”

February 17, 2026

Tarique Rahman is set to lead Bangladesh’s newly elected government from Tuesday, marking the end of an 18-month interim administration formed in the wake of the student-led mass uprising. The formal swearing-in ceremony will take place at 4:00 pm at the South Plaza of the National Parliament complex, where President Mohammad Shahabuddin will administer the […]

Tareq’s Cabinet: Likely Final Line-up Emerges

February 17, 2026

The swearing-in of the victorious candidates of the 13th National Parliament is taking place today. At 10:00 a.m., Chief Election Commissioner A.M.M. Nasir Uddin will administer the oath to the newly elected Members of Parliament in the parliamentary oath hall. Later in the afternoon, Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairman Tareq Rahman will be sworn in […]

Ramadan Commencement and Moon Sighting in Bangladesh

February 17, 2026

As is customary every year, the Muslim world eagerly anticipates the arrival of the holy month of Ramadan, a period dedicated to fasting (sawm) and intensified worship aimed at spiritual purification. The precise commencement of Ramadan is determined through a combination of astronomical calculations and the traditional moon-sighting (hilal) method. According to sources, Ramadan is […]

The new cabinet is being formally formed with 12 ministers and 18 state ministers.

February 17, 2026

Following a decisive victory in the 13th national parliamentary elections, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) is poised to return to power for the fourth time, ending a two-decade hiatus. Under the leadership of party chairman Tarique Rahman, the party is preparing to form a new cabinet that blends experienced leaders with emerging talent, signalling a […]

The newly elected BNP members of parliament formally took their oaths.

February 17, 2026

In a significant step following the 13th national parliamentary elections, the newly elected members of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) have officially taken their oath of office. The ceremony took place on Tuesday, 17 February, at the National Parliament House in Dhaka. The event commenced around 10:45 am in the Parliament’s swearing-in chamber, where the […]

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Category: Asia

Khaiyum in Focus Ahead of Cabinet Formation

Narrow Escape! Motorcycle Catches Fire at Petrol Station — Panic in Rajbari Sadar, Call for Vigilance

Couple Arrested for Selling Fake ‘Family Cards’ in Market

Death Sentences in Karnataka Gang-Rape Case

Ehsanul Haque Milon Joins Cabinet

“The BNP government begins its tenure bearing a debt burden of 23 lakh crore taka.”

Tareq’s Cabinet: Likely Final Line-up Emerges

Ramadan Commencement and Moon Sighting in Bangladesh

The new cabinet is being formally formed with 12 ministers and 18 state ministers.

The newly elected BNP members of parliament formally took their oaths.

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Missing Toddler Found Dead in Sack Triggers Mob Arson in Shariatpur

Bangladesh Dengue Surge Claims Six More Lives as Annual Cases Exceed 84,000

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