Author: News Desk

Sheffield United has virtually finalized a permanent deal to sign British-Bangladeshi midfielder Hamza Choudhury. English outlet The Star confirmed on Sunday (August 30, 2026) that the agreement to bring Choudhury back to Bramall Lane from Leicester City is all but complete. The Blades moved swiftly to secure Choudhury as a cover for regular right-back Femi Seriki, who sustained an injury. Following his medical examination, an official announcement is expected prior to Tuesday’s clash against Bolton Wanderers. Having impressed during a loan spell in the second half of the 2024–25 season with 19 appearances, Choudhury joins Sheffield United on a permanent…

Despite persistent rain and overcast conditions limiting play to just 25 overs on Day 3 at Lord’s, host England extended their dominance. Pakistan now faces a monumental task, trailing by a massive lead of 357 runs with a daunting fourth-innings chase looming ahead. Pakistani paceman Mohammad Ali openly admitted that the team’s first-innings batting collapse put them on the back foot early on. Although the bowlers mounted a disciplined comeback in the second innings to reduce England to 177/7, chasing down such a sizable total on a Lord’s pitch marked by uneven bounce and swing is widely considered an uphill…

Lebanon’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants has officially welcomed Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi’s stated desire and goodwill to build strong, friendly relations with the Lebanese government. In an official statement released on Sunday (August 30, 2026), the Lebanese Foreign Ministry highlighted that Lebanon has consistently sought to maintain optimal relations with all nations, including Iran, grounded in mutual respect and constructive cooperation—a diplomatic policy it intends to uphold moving forward. The official response follows a meeting in Tehran on Saturday between Foreign Minister Araghchi and Sheikh Ali al-Khatib, Deputy Head of Lebanon’s Supreme Islamic Shia Council. During the…

The death toll from devastating flash floods and relentless natural disasters in Nepal has climbed to 794. According to Nepal Police, this figure reflects recovered bodies retrieved from the onset of the disaster on Wednesday up to 5:45 PM local time on Sunday (August 30, 2026). Army and police units continue rescue and search operations across debris-littered and flooded remote zones in affected regions. Emergency personnel are actively searching for missing individuals. Local authorities strongly fear the casualty count could rise further as operations continue in difficult terrain. Massive landslides, heavy mudflows, and fast-moving river currents are severely impeding search…

The far-reaching fallout from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East has directly hit Bangladeshi households and the national economy. Rising fuel prices, severe gas shortages, collapsing fertilizer production, and mounting inflation have exposed transport, agriculture, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors to severe vulnerabilities. A World Bank assessment released in mid-June warns that if this crisis persists, approximately 600,000 people in Bangladesh risk losing their jobs. Furthermore, progress for a significant population expected to rise out of poverty this year will be severely disrupted. Bangladesh relies on natural gas for over half of its primary energy. Structural deficits combined with global…

Bangladesh sees no inherent risk in the newly signed ‘Mecca Pact’ between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan. Instead, Dhaka views the initiative as a “unique” and promising opportunity, leveraging its long-standing expertise and track record in promoting international peace and stability. State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humayun Kabir made these remarks while speaking to reporters at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Sunday (August 30, 2026). Responding to a query regarding potential risks associated with the agreement, he remarked, “What is the point of worrying about dying before living?” He highlighted that the extensive field experience of the Bangladesh Armed…

Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen paid a courtesy call on Bangladeshi President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir at Bangabhaban. During the meeting held on Sunday (August 30, 2026), Ambassador Yao extended an official invitation on behalf of Chinese President Xi Jinping to President Mirza Fakhrul to visit China at a convenient time. Additionally, the Ambassador briefed the President on key developments and decisions following Bangladeshi Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s recent official visit to China. Discussions highlighted a projected Chinese investment of approximately $500 million across 30 companies in the China Economic and Industrial Zone (CEIZ), which is expected to create…

The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) arrested 491 individuals during regular operations across the capital over the past 24 hours. A total of 39 cases were filed in connection with various offenses during this period. In a press release issued on Friday (August 28, 2026), DMP Deputy Commissioner (Media and Public Relations) Md. Akhtar Hossain confirmed the details. The arrests and seizures of drugs and weapons were made as various divisions of the DMP conducted targeted drives across different police station areas in the metropolis. Legal action against all arrested individuals is currently underway at their respective local police stations as…

Syed Muhammad Rezaul Karim, Amir of Islami Andolan Bangladesh and Charmonai Pir, expressed deep anger, stating that expected national development is being hampered because corrupt individuals penetrate every corner of society and siphon money abroad. Speaking as the chief guest at the central conference of the affiliate organization ‘Jatiya Shikshak Forum’ at an auditorium in the capital on Friday (August 28, 2026), Rezaul Karim remarked that corrupt individuals have rotated through power for the last 55 years since independence. He alleged that politicians come to power promising development, only to deceive the public and launder the hard-earned money of ordinary…

US President Donald Trump has announced that the United States has entered into a landmark agreement to gain majority control and management over 65 billion barrels of Venezuela’s proven crude oil reserves. In a post shared on social media, he declared the pact to be “the biggest oil deal in world history”. The agreement was negotiated through joint discussions involving US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, and Venezuela’s interim President Delcy Rodríguez. This agreement marks a major milestone in Caracas’ political and economic landscape following the removal and arrest of former President Nicolás Maduro in…