Sunday, 19 April 2026
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The Iranian Supreme National Security Council confirmed receipt of US proposals via Pakistani mediation.

US, Israel - Iran War / New US Proposals Under Review as Tensions Rise in Strait of Hormuz

Iran’s Supreme National Security Council confirmed it is reviewing "new proposals" from the United States delivered via the Pakistani Army Chief acting as a mediator.
The increased fuel price declared an official handout released by the Press Information Department (PID).
Government Raises Fuel Prices Starting Sunday
Local police stations in Tahirpur, Jamalganj, Dharmapasha, and Dirai confirmed five total fatalities resulting from lightning strikes on the afternoon of April 18, 2026.
Lightning Strikes Kill 5 Farmers in Sunamganj Haors
Iran announced control of the strait of Hormuz has “reverted to its previous state” over the continuing row with the US over its naval blockade of Iranian ports.
US, Israel - Iran War / Iran Resumes Closure of Strait of Hormuz Again Over US Blockade
State Minister Bobby Hajjaj visits primary scholarship exam centers in Dhaka.
Bobby Hajjaj Promises Primary Scholarship Exams Timely Next Year
VAT currently accounts for 38% of Bangladesh's total revenue, but nearly an equivalent amount is lost annually due to widespread exemptions.
Govt to Slash VAT Exemptions; Move Set to Hike Prices for Middle Class
Khulna’s generation capacity has dropped to less than 50% as six major plants remain idle due to zero fuel stock and supply uncertainty.
Fuel Crisis Shuts 6 Khulna Power Plants; Severe Load-Shedding Hits Region
President Trump sets a Wednesday deadline for a nuclear deal with Iran
US, Israel - Iran War / Trump Warns of Resuming Airstrikes as Iran Nuclear Deal Deadline Looms
The Middle East remains on a knife-edge as US President Donald Trump signaled a potential return to military action if
Finance Minister Optimistic on IMF Loan Despite Reform Delays
Finance Minister Optimistic on IMF Loan Despite Reform Delays
Finance Minister Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury remains confident that Bangladesh will secure its next IMF loan installments, despite the country
Prime Minister boarded the aircraft to exchange greetings and shake hands with the pilgrims.The first Hajj flight (BG3001) departed at 12:20 AM on April 18, 2026.
Prime Minister Inaugurates Hajj Flights; First 418 Pilgrims Depart for Jeddah
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman officially inaugurated this year’s Hajj flight operations at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA) late Friday night.
A satellite image shows the ship movement at the Strait of Hormuz.
US, Israel - Iran War / U.S.-Iran Preliminary Deal Nears as Strait of Hormuz Reopens
A senior Iranian official has confirmed to Reuters that a preliminary agreement between the United States and Iran could be

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Fuel Price Hike a "Cruel Blow" to the Public: Jamaat Ameer Shafiqur Rahman

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Four Arrested with Drugs and Motorcycles in Porsha

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Trained Sailors Will Represent Bangladesh Globally: Shipping Minister

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MP Bachchu Launches Volunteer Paddy Harvesting in Narail

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No Fuel Crisis in the Country, Says MP Koysar Ahmed

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Government Raises Fuel Prices Starting Sunday

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Lightning Strikes Kill 5 Farmers in Sunamganj Haors

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Midnight Fire Razes Shops in Gaibandha’s Dhaperhat; 3 Businesses Destroyed

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Primary Education Quality has Declined, Must be Improved: State Minister Shahid Uddin Chowdhury Anee

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Expatriate’s Wife Hacked to Death in Bhola; 8-Year-Old Son Injured

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Student Federation Holds First Conference in Phulbari; Demands Quality Education

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BNP Interviews 36 Female Leaders from Chattogram for Reserved Seats

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Experts Call for Relocating British-Era Railway to De-congest Bogura

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Tourists Join Rakhine Water Festival in Cox's Bazar

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Four-Lane Expansion of Bhatkura-Nalua Road to Begin Soon: State Minister Ahmed Azam Khan

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Sheikh Hasina Tried me Many Times to Leave the Party: Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmed Bir Bikram

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Man Jailed for Producing Adulterated Milk in Pabna

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Over 2.70 Lakh Children in Lakshmipur to Receive Measles Vaccine

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Bobby Hajjaj Promises Primary Scholarship Exams Timely Next Year

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National
The increased fuel price declared an official handout released by the Press Information Department (PID).
National
Government Raises Fuel Prices Starting Sunday
The Bangladesh government has increased the prices of all fuel types at the consumer level, citing a continuous rise in

Bobby Hajjaj Promises Primary Scholarship Exams Timely Next Year

The Primary Scholarship Examination was finally held on Saturday, nearly four months after the end...
State Minister Bobby Hajjaj visits primary scholarship exam centers in Dhaka.

PM Meets UHFPOs to Strengthen Grassroots Healthcare

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman joined the Upazila Health and Family Planning Officers (UHFPO) conference at...
PM Meets UHFPOs to Strengthen Grassroots Healthcare

Government’s 2-Month Anniversary Press Conference

A press conference has been scheduled for today, Saturday, April 18, to mark the two-month...
Government’s 2-Month Anniversary Press Conference

Bangladesh Weather Slight Temperature Drop

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department has forecast a slight drop in daytime temperatures across the country...
Bangladesh Weather Slight Temperature Drop

Prime Minister Inaugurates Hajj Flights; First 418 Pilgrims Depart for Jeddah

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman officially inaugurated this year’s Hajj flight operations at Hazrat Shahjalal International...
Prime Minister boarded the aircraft to exchange greetings and shake hands with the pilgrims.The first Hajj flight (BG3001) departed at 12:20 AM on April 18, 2026.

Govt Restores Nov 7 Holiday; July 6 Declared Rural Development Day

The government has reinstated November 7 as "National Revolution and Solidarity Day," declaring it a...
Bangladesh government Symbol

Commerce Secretary Mahbubur Rahman Passes Away from Malaria

Bangladesh Commerce Secretary Mahbubur Rahman passed away early Friday morning while undergoing treatment for malaria...
Bangladesh Commerce Secretary Mahbubur Rahman

Rooppur Nuclear Plant Gets Fuel Loading Approval; Trial Runs Set for December

The Bangladesh Atomic Energy Regulatory Authority (BAERA) has officially approved uranium fuel loading for the...
The project has transitioned from the construction phase to the physical startup phase.
Bangladesh
Porsha Police Station OC Ziaur Rahman confirmed the arrest of four individuals (Tariqul Islam, Dilip Babu, Rashedul Islam, Nuruzzaman).
Bangladesh
Four Arrested with Drugs and Motorcycles in Porsha
Police arrested four alleged drug dealers and seized Indian Tapentadol tablets during two separate raids in Porsha on Friday night.
Shipping Minister Sheikh Rabiul Alam attended the 28th batch passing out parade at the National Maritime Institute in Chattogram.
Bangladesh
Trained Sailors Will Represent Bangladesh Globally: Shipping Minister
Shipping Minister Sheikh Rabiul Alam stated on Saturday that the country's trained maritime youth will soon represent Bangladesh globally, showcasing
MP Mohammad Koysar Ahmed, speaking to reporters during a paddy harvesting festival at Bora Haor in Dargapasha Union

No Fuel Crisis in the Country, Says MP Koysar Ahmed

Local police stations in Tahirpur, Jamalganj, Dharmapasha, and Dirai confirmed five total fatalities resulting from lightning strikes on the afternoon of April 18, 2026.

Lightning Strikes Kill 5 Farmers in Sunamganj Haors

: Fire Service officials confirmed the involvement of two units in dousing the fire and identified an electrical short circuit as the primary suspected cause.

Midnight Fire Razes Shops in Gaibandha’s Dhaperhat; 3 Businesses Destroyed

Shahid Uddin Chowdhury Anee at canal excavation program.

Primary Education Quality has Declined, Must be Improved: State Minister Shahid Uddin Chowdhury Anee

Business
VAT currently accounts for 38% of Bangladesh's total revenue, but nearly an equivalent amount is lost annually due to widespread exemptions.
Business
Govt to Slash VAT Exemptions; Move Set to Hike Prices for Middle Class
5 Ships Carrying 164,000 Tons of Fuel Arrive in Chattogram This Week
Business
5 Ships Carrying 164,000 Tons of Fuel Arrive in Chattogram This Week
The actual power deficit is reported by field sources to be over 200 MW, despite lower official estimates on paper.
Business
Chattogram Power Deficit Hits 200 MW; Water Crisis Worsens
A severe electricity crisis has gripped Chattogram, with the daily deficit exceeding 200 MW. As temperatures soar, residents in the
Finance Minister Optimistic on IMF Loan Despite Reform Delays
Business
Finance Minister Optimistic on IMF Loan Despite Reform Delays
The Ministry of Power, Energy, and Mineral Resources
Business
Govt Rejects Reports of U.S. Exemption for Russian Fuel Imports
International
The Iranian Supreme National Security Council confirmed receipt of US proposals via Pakistani mediation.
International
US, Israel - Iran War / New US Proposals Under Review as Tensions Rise in Strait of Hormuz
Iran’s Supreme National Security Council confirmed it is reviewing "new proposals" from the United States delivered via the Pakistani Army
Iran announced control of the strait of Hormuz has “reverted to its previous state” over the continuing row with the US over its naval blockade of Iranian ports.

US, Israel - Iran War / Iran Resumes Closure of Strait of Hormuz Again Over US Blockade

Iran Warns of Hormuz Closure if US Blockade Persists

US, Israel - Iran War / Iran Warns of Hormuz Closure if US Blockade Persists

President Trump sets a Wednesday deadline for a nuclear deal with Iran

US, Israel - Iran War / Trump Warns of Resuming Airstrikes as Iran Nuclear Deal Deadline Looms

Aung San Suu Kyi’s original 27-year sentence was reduced by one-sixth (4.5 years).

Myanmar Reduces Aung San Suu Kyi's Sentence and Frees Ex-President

A satellite image shows the ship movement at the Strait of Hormuz.

US, Israel - Iran War / U.S.-Iran Preliminary Deal Nears as Strait of Hormuz Reopens

This coincides with ongoing U.S.-Iran peace talks in Islamabad and rising diplomatic friction between Israel and Turkey.

Turkey or Pakistan Could Be Israel’s New Enemy, Says Israeli Analyst

Diplomatic efforts are concentrated in Islamabad, with the IMF confirming that the conflict has significantly impacted global growth projections.

US, Israel - Iran War / Trump Signals Iran War Could End Soon

A crowd celebrates as displaced people return to their homes after a 10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel went into effect, in Sidon, Lebanon.

US, Israel - Iran War / Lebanon-Israel Ceasefire Begins as Trump Signals Potential Iran Peace Deal

Sports
The Canadian government confirmed applications are processed case-by-case but refused to discuss the PFA officials' specific denials.
Sports
FIFA World Cup 2026 / Canada Denies Visas to Palestinian Football Officials for FIFA Congress
Canadian immigration authorities have denied entry visas to Jibril Rajoub, President of the Palestine Football Association (PFA) and two other
Pakistan name squad for Bangladesh Tests with 4 new faces
Sports
Pakistan name squad for Bangladesh Tests with 4 new faces
Nathan Smith celebrates a wicket
Sports
Bangladesh vs New Zealand ODI / Bangladesh Batting Collapse Gives New Zealand 1-0 Lead in ODI Series
Lionel Messi has officially completed the purchase of UE Cornella.
Sports
Leo Messi Becomes New Owner of Spanish Club
FIFA to renegotiate hosting agreements to ensure the event.
Sports
World Cup 2026 / US Leaders Demands Transport Costs Subsidy to FIFA for World Cup
Iran will play in 2026 World Cup: FIFA President
Sports
Iran will play in 2026 World Cup: FIFA President
Diego Maradona died in November 2020 from heart failure causing pulmonary oedema.
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Retrial Starts for Diego Maradona’s Medical Team Over Negligent Homicide Charges
Manchester United v Leeds United - Old Trafford, Manchester, Britain
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Premier League / Leeds Stun Manchester United as Okafor Scores Twice in Gritty Derby Win
Kroos Set for Real Madrid Return in New Role
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Kroos Set for Real Madrid Return in New Role
Entertainment
Coachella organizers confirmed car camping as the most popular overnight option for the current festival season.
Entertainment
Coachella Performative Camping: Luxury Car Setups Go Viral
Move over, pop-up tents and muddy boots. At this year's Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, a new trend labeled
Madonna confirmed the July 3 release date for Confessions II via her official social media .
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Madonna Announces New Album 'Confessions II' at the Age of 67!
When is Mejbaur Rahman Sumon’s ‘Raid’ releasing?
Entertainment
When is Mejbaur Rahman Sumon’s ‘Raid’ releasing?
Nora Fatehi appeared on Lilly Singh’s podcast where she confirmed her parents are divorced and discussed her upbringing in a single-parent household.
Entertainment
Nora Fatehi 'Daddy Issues' and 'Childhood Trauma'
Dhaka Set for Grand Musical Celebration on Pahela Boishakh
Entertainment
Dhaka Set for Grand Musical Celebration on Pahela Boishakh
Justin Bieber made a nostalgia-fuelled return to the major stage as Coachella's much-anticipated headline act.
Entertainment
Justin Bieber Returns to Coachella with Nostalgic Performance
Legendary Singer Asha Bhosle Passes Away at 92
Entertainment
Legendary Singer Asha Bhosle Passes Away at 92
Asha Bhosle hospitalized in Mumbai; stable under observation
Entertainment
Asha Bhosle hospitalized in Mumbai; stable under observation
TikTok Star Tareena Shakil is the first British woman convicted of joining ISIS escaped from Syria.
Entertainment
From ISIS Convict to TikTok Star: The Unlikely Reinvention of Tareena Shakil
Politics
Dr. Shafiqur Rahman, Ameer of Jamaat-e-Islami issued a statement on his verified Facebook page.

Fuel Price Hike a "Cruel Blow" to the Public: Jamaat Ameer Shafiqur Rahman

Dr. Shafiqur Rahman, Ameer of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami and Leader of the Opposition in Parliament has strongly criticized the government's decision to increase fuel prices labeling it a "cruel blow" to

Md. Ataur Rahman Bachchu, MP for Narail-2, inaugurated the paddy harvesting program in Daljitpur village.
Politics
MP Bachchu Launches Volunteer Paddy Harvesting in Narail
Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmed speaking at a meeting with high-ranking district officials at the Bhola Circuit House on Saturday morning.
Politics
Sheikh Hasina Tried me Many Times to Leave the Party: Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmed Bir Bikram
Ashraful Islam Chhatra Dal leader of Government Edward College officially issued a show-cause notice.
Politics
Chhatra Dal Leader Show-Causad Over Extortion Claims in Pabna
Dr. Shafiqur Rahman delivered these remarks on April 17, 2026, at the Al Falah Auditorium.
Politics
'New Fascism' More Dangerous Than the Past, Says Jamaat Ameer
Nahid Islam Did Not Claim '80 Percent of People Will Take to the Streets'
Politics
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Reserved Women’s Seat: Khaleda Khanam Emerges as Top Choice in Bhola
Politics
Reserved Women’s Seat: Khaleda Khanam Emerges as Top Choice in Bhola
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In Lebanon a million displaced by Israeli strikes

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Artemis II Historic Moon Mission

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US-Iran ceasefire

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Artemis Astronauts Photographed through the Orion Spacecraft's Window