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Acclaimed chemistry in Bonalata Express, Dhallywood actor Shariful Razz and actress Sabila Nur are set to pair up once again in an upcoming feature film titled Kanabula Paradox. The storyline is adapted from Mohaiminul Islam Bappi’s popular 2024 novel Kanabula Paradox. Breaking away from conventional narrative structures, the film aims to deliver a fresh cinematic experience driven by a psychological journey involving time, relationships, memories, and mystery. Produced by Tanim Noor following the success of Utshob and Bonalata Express, the project marks the directorial debut of Ayman Asib Shadhin and Sushmoy Sarkar. Filming is scheduled to begin early next year…

Germany successfully retained their Men’s Hockey World Cup title, securing back-to-back championships with a 1-0 victory over Spain in the final. While Spain dominates the football pitch, it was the German hockey squad that silenced their opponents on the turf to keep the world title in Berlin. In a high-voltage final played before a crowd of 8,000 spectators at the Belfius Hockey Arena, Michel Struthoff scored the decisive goal in the 44th minute. With this triumph, Germany captured their fourth Hockey World Cup title, equaling Pakistan’s long-standing record for the most World Cup trophies in men’s hockey history. For Spain,…

The Bangladesh women’s cricket team launched their Asia Cup campaign with a dominant 71-run victory over Indonesia. Batting first after losing the toss in Dubai on Monday (August 31, 2026), the Tigresses posted a modest total of 129 for 8 in their allotted 20 overs. In response, tournament debutants Indonesia were bundled out for just 58 in 17.3 overs under relentless pressure from the Bangladeshi bowling attack. While the bowlers delivered a commanding performance to secure the large win, concerns remain over the batting lineup’s slow scoring rate and late-order collapse. Bangladesh notably lost 5 wickets while adding just 7…

The US Department of State has approved a potential Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to the government of Iraq for military helicopters and related equipment valued at approximately $800 million. In a statement released on Monday (August 31, 2026), US authorities confirmed that Texas-based aerospace and defense contractor Bell Textron will serve as the principal contractor for the package. The State Department noted that the sale aligns with US foreign policy and national security objectives by enhancing the defense capabilities of a strategic partner in the Middle East. The procurement package—which includes Bell 412EPX and Bell 407M helicopters—is designed to significantly…

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has sharply criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling him a “poisonous snake” and accusing him of deploying toxic tactics to maneuver the United States into a war against Iran. In a statement posted on X on Monday (August 31, 2026), Araghchi asserted that while speaking in Hebrew, Netanyahu openly bragged and joked about manipulating US policymakers into war. However, when switching to English, Netanyahu strategically lavished praise on US President Donald Trump’s leadership. Araghchi added that the Israeli Prime Minister spent nearly 1,000 hours appearing in US media to sway public opinion and mislead…

Rescuers in Nepal are waging a desperate, high-stakes operation to reach hundreds of workers trapped inside tunnels and underground installations across 12 hydropower projects in the Rasuwa and Nuwakot districts. According to disaster management authorities, a significant portion of the over 900 missing hydropower personnel are feared trapped inside these mud-clogged tunnels. With oxygen levels steadily depleting inside the subterranean shafts, Nepal Army engineers have been joined by specialized expert teams from neighboring India and China. Search and rescue personnel face severe hazards due to treacherous terrain, over 40 destroyed bridges, and the altered flow of the swollen Trishuli River.…

Three members of the Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) were killed in a tragic vehicle accident while on duty at the Third Terminal of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka. Four other personnel were severely injured in the incident. The accident occurred around 10:20 PM on Monday (August 31, 2026). The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) confirmed the news through an official press release. According to ISPR, a BAF pickup van conducting routine security patrols lost control and plunged off the elevated flyover located on the terminal’s second level. Three personnel died on the spot. Immediately following the crash, the deceased and…

The Secretary-General of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), Martin Chungong, paid a courtesy call on Dr. Md. Shafiqur Rahman, Leader of the Opposition in the National Parliament of Bangladesh and Amir of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami. The meeting took place on Monday (August 31, 2026) at the Leader of the Opposition’s office in the National Parliament Secretariat. Discussions focused on enhancing the functionality and effectiveness of the National Parliament, sustaining constructive debate on key national and international issues, and ensuring equitable participation between government and opposition benches. Aligning with IPU priorities, the delegates exchanged views on bolstering parliamentary committees and facilitating active participation…

The Tareq Rahman-led government has approved the proposed 9th National Pay Scale for public service employees. The decision was confirmed during a Cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Tareq Rahman at the Secretariat on Monday (August 31, 2026). Under the approved National Pay Scale 2026, the existing 20-grade framework remains intact, with revised basic salary structures. The basic pay for Grade-1 (highest grade) has been set at BDT 156,000, while Grade-20 (lowest grade) has been fixed at BDT 20,000. The ratio between the lowest and highest basic pay has been narrowed from 1:1.945 to 1:1.78. Consequently, basic pay for the…

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