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Man Jailed After Attempting to Steal Highway AI Camera

August 20, 2026

Police have arrested a man and remanded him into judicial custody following a failed attempt to steal a newly installed artificial intelligence (AI) surveillance camera along the Dhaka-Chittagong Highway. The incident occurred late on Tuesday night in the Raypur area of Daudkandi upazila under Comilla district. According to Mohammad Shahinur Alam Khan, Superintendent of Police […]

Noakhali Woman Bound to Tree and Assaulted Over Poultry Theft Allegation

August 20, 2026

In a disturbing incident highlighting rural conflict and vigilante violence, a woman in her forties residing in Senbag, Noakhali, was allegedly bound to a tree, physically assaulted, and subjected to public humiliation over unsubstantiated allegations of poultry theft. Following the ordeal, the victim filed a formal complaint at the local police station, naming four individuals […]

Open Ballots to Decide Bangladesh President in Historical Vote

August 20, 2026

Bangladesh stands on the precipice of its first contested presidential election in 35 years, with lawmakers preparing to cast their votes using an open ballot system. Chief Election Commissioner AMM Nasir Uddin announced the final legal and logistical preparations on Wednesday, 19 August, confirming that the identity of every voter and their chosen candidate will […]

Two Youths Gunned Down in Short Succession in Khulna

August 20, 2026

In a terrifying double homicide, two 18-year-old youths were shot dead within minutes of each other in the Labanchara area of Khulna metropolitan city. The incidents occurred on Wednesday evening, 19 August, near the Ashibigha culvert under Labanchara Police Station, sending shockwaves through the local community and leaving residents gripped by fear. Lethal Assault at […]

Notorious Underworld Operative ‘Killer Masud’ Captured After Extended Manhunt

August 19, 2026

Police officers from Faridganj precinct have arrested a convicted fugitive and key associate of the late underworld kingpin Picchi Hannan during a targeted operation in Chittagong. Md. Masudul Karim, widely known by his alias ‘Killer Masud’, was apprehended late on Tuesday night in the Double Mooring area of the port city. The 50-year-old had been […]

Central Bank Pledges Digital Overhaul for Ansar-VDP Development Bank

August 19, 2026

Bangladesh Bank Governor Md. Mostakur Rahman has met a high-level delegation from Ansar-VDP Development Bank to map out a comprehensive modernisation and digital transformation framework for the specialised financial institution. Held on Tuesday at the central bank headquarters in Dhaka, the strategic meeting produced several key policy commitments aimed at enhancing operational capacity and broadening […]

Harry Brook Reclaims Top Spot in ICC Test Rankings

August 19, 2026

England batter Harry Brook has returned to the top of the International Cricket Council (ICC) men’s Test batting rankings without throwing a leg over the boundary rope. Brook had temporarily surrendered the world number one spot to Australia’s Travis Head, but the latest weekly ratings update from cricket’s governing body has propelled the Englishman back […]

World Cup Hero Vozinha Set for India Showdown

August 19, 2026

Indian football supporters could soon witness another high-profile international fixture on home soil, following news that the All India Football Federation (AIFF) is actively pursuing an exhibition match against Cape Verde. Fresh from their giant-killing exploits at the FIFA World Cup, the West African side may travel to India shortly after Brazil’s scheduled appearance in […]

Bangladesh Approves Emergency Direct Purchase of Fourteen LNG Cargoes

August 19, 2026

In a bid to stave off mounting energy deficits across the country, the Bangladesh government has approved a proposal to procure 14 cargoes of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) through direct purchasing mechanisms, completely bypassing the standard open tender process. The decision was taken during a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs on Wednesday, […]

Hanwha Life Net Profit Nearly Doubles Amid Soaring Investment Yields

August 19, 2026

South Korean insurance giant Hanwha Life has posted a remarkable surge in earnings for the first half of 2026, driven by a sharp rebound in investment income and robust underwriting margins. The firm reported a consolidated net income of $640.9 million (KRW 905 billion), marking a 96.0 per cent year-on-year jump that highlights the insurer’s […]

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Category: World

Man Jailed After Attempting to Steal Highway AI Camera

Noakhali Woman Bound to Tree and Assaulted Over Poultry Theft Allegation

Open Ballots to Decide Bangladesh President in Historical Vote

Two Youths Gunned Down in Short Succession in Khulna

Notorious Underworld Operative ‘Killer Masud’ Captured After Extended Manhunt

Central Bank Pledges Digital Overhaul for Ansar-VDP Development Bank

Harry Brook Reclaims Top Spot in ICC Test Rankings

World Cup Hero Vozinha Set for India Showdown

Bangladesh Approves Emergency Direct Purchase of Fourteen LNG Cargoes

Hanwha Life Net Profit Nearly Doubles Amid Soaring Investment Yields

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