CPB, SPB want national unity to curb militancy
The Communist Party of Bangladesh and Socialist Party of Bangladesh have urged for forging national unity to curb militant attacks, targeted killings and communal attacks in the country.
PM warns that more attacks could come
Apprehending more terror attacks like ones at Gulshan and Sholakia, prime minister Sheikh Hasina on Wednesday urged all to be more alert and careful.
U.S. working to confirm it killed top ISIS leader, again
The United States is trying to verify that an airstrike recently killed a high-ranking ISIS commander, and the Pentagon confirmed Wednesday that in a separate action it took out a commander of the Pakistani Taliban who was responsible for the deaths of more than 130 children.
RAMPAL POWER PLANT DEAL: Campaigners term it suicidal
Politicians, academicians, rights groups and civil society members on Wednesday condemned the deal to set up a coal-based thermal power plant at Rampal in Bagerhat which they said would pose a serious threat to the Sunderbans.
Export earnings top $34b in FY16
Country’s export earnings in the just concluded financial year 2015-16 stood at $34.24 billion with a 9.72-per cent growth thanks to a commendable performance by the readymade garment sector.
Fin min approves Tk 607cr as fees for Robi-Airtel merger
The finance ministry on Wednesday approved Tk 607 crore as fees and spectrum adjustment charges for the proposed merger of mobile phone companies Robi and Airtel.
Will China abide by the South China Sea decision?
The Permanent Court of Arbitration in the Hague has issued a scathing legal rebuke of China's maritime claims in the South China Sea.
Paul Ryan defends support of Donald Trump
House Speaker Paul Ryan on Tuesday defended his endorsement of Donald Trump -- despite his frequent differences with the presumptive GOP nominee -- saying the only alternative is giving the presidency to Hillary Clinton.
Bernie Sanders endorses Hillary Clinton
Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders formally declared an end to their political rivalry Tuesday, joining forces to take on a shared enemy: Donald Trump.
People care way too much about Theresa May's shoes
She's set to become the United Kingdom's next prime minister, but Theresa May isn't just being judged for her political ambition -- she's being graded on her fashion taste as well.
