Bangladesh mourns the passing of one of its most iconic cinematic figures, Sumita Devi, whose life and work forged a path for women’s fearless presence on the silver screen. An acclaimed actress, pioneering producer, and valiant freedom fighter during the 1971 Liberation War, Sumita Devi embodied the spirit, dignity, and resilience of Bengali women throughout […]

Hasan Azizul Haq stands among the quietly luminous figures in Bengali literature, celebrated for his fearless portrayal of human struggle and the silent anguish of society’s marginalised. Emerging in the 1960s, this eminent short story writer and novelist carved a distinctive space in Bengali literature through his cohesive prose, unsparing vision, and poignant narrative style. […]

In the Islamic calendar, as the month of Sha‘ban draws to a close, a night of profound spiritual significance arrives. This night is not merely defined by the hours between sunset and dawn—it resonates deeply with the human heart, awakens conscience, and prompts the soul to introspection. This sacred night is known as Shab-e-Barat, a […]

The Bangladeshi gold market is currently experiencing pronounced instability, with prices fluctuating sharply within single days, leaving ordinary buyers increasingly perplexed. On Saturday morning, the price of 22-carat gold per bhori (approximately 11.66 grams) was abruptly reduced by BDT 16,000, only to surge again by the afternoon. According to the latest announcement from the Bangladesh […]

In Noakhali’s Subarnachar, a mobile court has imposed fines on two election offices belonging to the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami for violations of the electoral code of conduct. The action was carried out on Sunday evening (1 February) at Al-Amin Bazaar in Charwapda Union, aiming to ensure a fair and peaceful election […]

With the forthcoming thirteenth Jatiya Sangsad election and the related referendum approaching, the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has introduced a series of special measures to maintain public order and ensure a calm electoral environment in the capital. Central to this initiative is the launch of a dedicated election hotline, designed to receive information, complaints and […]