Latest

Rizwana calls for regional cooperation in tackling climate change Xi Jinping vows to 'deepen cooperation' with Kim Muhammad Yunus outlines vision for new Bangladesh Dhaka commuters get no respite from traffic gridlocks Netanyahu repeats his promise to strike back against Iran

Muhammad Yunus outlines vision for new Bangladesh

Nobel Peace Prize-winning economist Muhammad Yunus has a new challenge: The political novice took the helm of an interim Bangladeshi government after a surge of student protests culminated in the ousting of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. In an exclusive interview with NHK World's Mitamura Taro in New York, Yunus shared his vision for his country's future. This is the full transcript of the interview.

No one can get away with crimes in financial sector: Salehuddin

Finance Adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed on Saturday said many crimes have been committed in the past and he would work to bring the perpetrators to book.

410 tonnes of hilsa exported to India via Benapole port

A total of 410 tonnes of hilsa have been exported to India in seven consignments through Benapole land port.

 

Scrolling away your life? Maybe it's time to reclaim a little control

We are currently habituated to mindlessly scrolling on our phones without even realising that hours have passed since we picked up the device. Social media is designed to capture your attention in the quickest way possible and this ingenuity of digital marketers and advertisers has led to a splurge of content online.
Rizwana calls for regional cooperation in tackling climate change

Rizwana calls for regional cooperation in tackling climate change
Businesses voice insecurity amid labour unrest, urge restoring law and order

Businesses voice insecurity amid labour unrest, urge restoring law and order

Xi Jinping vows to 'deepen cooperation' with Kim

Dhaka commuters get no respite from traffic gridlocks

Netanyahu repeats his promise to strike back against Iran

Nepalis fear more floods as climate change melts glaciers

Ireland calls Israeli demand to move UN troops 'outrageous'

Mozambique vote: no suspense but some disillusion

Editorial

How Afghanistan rattled Asia and emboldened China

Entertainment

Joaquin-Lady Gaga starrer 'Joker 2' is among the lowest-rated DC movies

Five years following the first film's billion-dollar triumph, "Joker: Folie à Deux" has premiered in theatres but has been met with unfavourable reviews. While the 2019 "Joker" sparked mixed opinions, it was widely acclaimed, earning Joaquin Phoenix an Oscar. In contrast, the sequel has faced backlash regarding its storyline, Lady Gaga's interpretation of Harley Quinn, and Todd Phillips' direction.

May peace prevail this Puja: Sushama Sarker

Sarika Sabrin reclaims the spotlight with web-films

Shakib Khan reveals very own team, Dhaka Capitals

'Guru' hits 60: There is only one James

Jujutsu Kaisen celebrates 100 million copies in circulation, a fitting farewell to the manga

National

Muhammad Yunus outlines vision for new Bangladesh

Dhaka commuters get no respite from traffic gridlocks

Govt is firm to bring cohorts of ousted fascist to justice: Mahfuj Alam

Durga Puja: India expects Bangladesh to provide security to minority community

Foolproof security measures taken for Durga Puja: Army chief

Parties stress election roadmap with deadline, reforms

Politics

Xi Jinping vows to 'deepen cooperation' with Kim

International

Netanyahu repeats his promise to strike back against Iran

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday repeated his promise to strike back against Iran for its ballistic missile attack earlier in the week, saying Israel has an obligation to retaliate and will do so.

Ireland calls Israeli demand to move UN troops 'outrageous'

Lebanon state media says 'very violent' Israeli strikes hit south Beirut

Official Lebanese media said Israeli strikes hit south Beirut Saturday night into Sunday, some of them "very violent", with AFP correspondents hearing explosions for over two hours in one of the most intense barrages yet.

Macron criticises Israel on Gaza, Lebanon operations

French President Emmanuel Macron called Saturday for a halt on arms deliveries to Israel for use in Gaza, provoking a sharp response from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Israel on alert ahead of Hamas attack anniversary

Israel placed its forces on alert Saturday ahead of the anniversary of Hamas's October 7 attack, after a military official said the country was preparing its retaliation for Iran's missile attack.

Sports

Carvajal to undergo surgery after cruciate ligament injury
Bangladesh batter Towhid Hridoy [R] listens to coach Chandika Hathurusingha during team training at the Shrimant Madhavrao Stadium in Gwalior on October 05, 2024, on the eve of their first of three T20Is against India. Photo: BCB

Hridoy predicts slow Gwalior pitch as Bangladesh gear up for India T20Is

Batters disappoint as Tigresses suffer 21-run defeat against England
Inter Miami CF forward Leonardo Campana celebrates a goal with Lionel Messi and Tomas Aviles (6) in the second half against the Toronto FC at BMO Field. PHOTO: REUTERS

Messi's Miami on track for MLS record points after win in Toronto
Aston Villa's Jhon Duran celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates. Photo: Reuters

Aston Villa stun Bayern in repeat of 1982 European Cup final
Lille's players celebrate after winning their Champions League match against Real Madrid at the Pierre Mauroy Stadium in Villeneuve-d'Ascq on October 2, 2024. Photo: AFP

Lille end Real Madrid's 36-game unbeaten run
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring their second goal. Photo: Reuters

Slot makes Liverpool history as Reds beat Bologna

Economics

Govt plans to remove Sheikh Mujib’s image from banknotes

Science & Technology

Facebook app logo is seen in this illustration taken, August 22, 2022. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo

Facebook seeks to attract young adults with new community, video features

Elections

Mozambique vote: no suspense but some disillusion

Lifestyle

Scrolling away your life? Maybe it's time to reclaim a little control

We are currently habituated to mindlessly scrolling on our phones without even realising that hours have passed since we picked up the device. Social media is designed to capture your attention in the quickest way possible and this ingenuity of digital marketers and advertisers has led to a splurge of content online.
Picky eating tends to peak at age 7, researchers found. nicoletaionescu/iStockphoto/Getty Images

Is your kid a picky eater? It’s probably not your fault, study shows

Sip happens: 5 milk drinks that are anything but boring
Transitioning to college can bring up feelings of both excitement and anxiety as students navigate new relationships and situations. FreshSplash/E+/Getty Images

Is your child headed off to college? Here are 5 tips to manage mental health

Feature

Five things to know about the Nobel Prize

Business

Health

Now Viral

Photo Story

Aditi Rao Hydari and Siddharth marry in a private ceremony

In a shimmery silver saree, Mouni Roy glistens a bit more than usual.

Mouni Roy's Expert Use of a White Saree to "Make It Art"

Backless Tamanna Bhatia Beckham Gown Draws From Stormy Monsoon Skies

When Disha Patani, dressed elegantly in a black dress, enters the room, basic becomes obsolete.