Clothing Purchases Declining in the U.S. Market

Bangladesh’s readymade garment (RMG) export sector has been facing difficulties for seven consecutive months. During the July–February period of the current fiscal year, overall exports declined by 3.13 percent to $31.90 billion due to a fall in garment exports. In the same period of the previous year, exports stood at $32.94 billion.

Bangladeshi Arrested in Bahrain for Posting in Support of Iran on Facebook

Six expatriates have been arrested by Bahrain police for posting in support of Iran on the social media platform Facebook regarding the ongoing conflict between the United States and Israel with Iran. Among them, one is a Bangladeshi citizen. The remaining five are reported to be Pakistani nationals.

Energy-Saving Move: Universities and English Medium Schools Closed From Today

Due to the war in the Middle East, the government has decided to close all universities in the country to save electricity and fuel. At the same time, English medium schools have also been declared closed on the occasion of the holy Ramadan and Eid-ul-Fitr.

Fertilizer Supply Becomes New Concern for Bangladesh Amid Energy Crisis

The impact of the ongoing instability in the Middle East is now beginning to affect not only the energy sector but also the fertilizer market. Experts fear that import-dependent Bangladesh may face major fertilizer challenges in the future due to uncertainty in natural gas supply in the international market, increased transportation costs, and disruptions in the supply chain.

Young Man Killed After Altercation While Trying to Buy Fuel at Filling Station, ‘Beaten by Staff’

A young man was killed after being assaulted while trying to buy fuel in Jhenaidah. The incident occurred at around 8:45 pm on Saturday at a filling station in the Jhenaidah Central Bus Terminal area.

Violence Against Women and Rape Have Increased Since BNP Formed Government: Nahid Islam

Nahid Islam, Convener of the National Citizen Party (NCP) and Chief Whip of the Opposition, has claimed that incidents of violence against women and rape have increased across the country since the BNP formed the government.

Bangladeshi Migrant Arrivals in Europe Rise Sharply in 2025

The number of Bangladesh nationals arriving in Europe by sea and land increased significantly in 2025, according to newly released migration data.

Historic March 7 Speech That Led Bangladesh Toward Independence

Historic March 7 is being observed today. On March 7, 1971, not only Pakistan but the whole world had its eyes on the Racecourse Ground in Dhaka. Embassies of major countries became busy. Reports about the situation in Dhaka were being sent to Washington, D.C. and Islamabad. The same question was on everyone’s lips: would Sheikh Mujibur Rahman declare independence today?

Four State-Owned Urea Fertilizer Factories Shut for 15 Days Due to Gas Crisis

Due to the gas supply crisis in the country, production has been temporarily suspended at four state-owned urea fertilizer factories. Among the five urea factories under the Bangladesh Chemical Industries Corporation (BCIC), currently only one factory remains operational.

No Fuel Even After Hours of Waiting in Line

From Friday morning (6 March), motorcycle riders crowded various petrol pumps in Jamalpur town to buy fuel. However, since most of the pumps remained closed, many riders waited in line for hours but eventually returned without getting fuel.