Dhaka- at a glance

November 4, 2026, 3:01 pm

News Headline :

‘I received the nano-urea patent thanks to the Prime Minister’s encouragement’: Inventor Dr Javed Hossain Khan Home Ministry directs officials to keep ID cards visible at Secretariat Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms becomes first-ever Black woman governor in US: media Bangladesh invites Brunei investment in energy exploration CPC International Department chief arrives in Dhaka on three-day visit Chief prosecutor to send letter to home ministry to confiscate Hasina’s assets Govt to ensure wage that improves workers’ living standards: Home Minister PM pays courtesy call on President after Japan visit Bangladesh, UAE stress early CEPA to boost trade Bangladesh urges swift implementation of D-8 FTA, PTA

Dhaka- at a glance

Limit outdoor movement of children, elderly amid heat wave: experts

By Asma Parvin : Health experts have strongly advised people to avoid taking children and elderly family members outdoor unless absolutely necessary during heat wave. Extreme temperature significantly increases the

Iran says won’t reopen Hormuz as long as US blockade remains

By Asma Parvin : Iran vowed Wednesday not to reopen the Strait of Hormuz so long as a US naval blockade remained in place despite a ceasefire extension, as it

Bangladesh eyes diversified energy cooperation with Canada’s Saskatchewan state

By Asma Parvin : Bangladesh has expressed strong interest in diversifying its energy sources through cooperation with Canada’s Saskatchewan state, focusing on conventional energy, clean technologies and emerging areas such

Shama terms US as steadfast partner in advancing democracy

By Asma Parvin : State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam today termed the United States as a steadfast partner in advancing democracy. The state minister made the comment

Nov 7 to be observed as National Revolution and Solidarity Day

By Asma Parvin : The government has decided to observe National Revolution and Solidarity Day on November 7 every year with due importance and official recognition. The Cabinet Division issued

Shama holds series of meetings to boost ties with African nations

By Asma Parvin : State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam held a series of bilateral meetings in Dakar, Senegal underscoring Bangladesh’s efforts to deepen engagement with African nations

PCA initialled, Dhaka-EU ties enter new phase

By Asma Parvin : Bangladesh and the European Union (EU) have initialled the Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (PCA) in Brussels, marking a new phase in bilateral ties alongside expanded engagement

Feb 12 election established voting rights of people: PM

By Asma Parvin : Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has said with the overwhelming victory of BNP in the last general election the people of Bangladesh could establish their voting rights

SSC, equivalent examinations begin nationwide

By Asma Parvin : The Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and equivalent examinations for 2026 commenced simultaneously across the country at 10 am today. On the opening day, candidates under the

Bangladesh highlights peace, democracy at Dakar forum

By Asma Parvin : Bangladesh has reaffirmed its commitment to democracy, global peace and inclusive development, with State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam highlighting key priorities at the