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Here is the news report translated and polished into high-impact, professional English diplomatic journalism format: 🤝 China Always Stands by Bangladesh During Crises, Says Ambassador Yao Wen DIPLOMATIC DESK Whenever Bangladesh has faced natural disasters or humanitarian crises, China has consistently extended a hand of friendship, stated Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen. He reaffirmed that Beijing’s comprehensive and steadfast support for Dhaka will continue during times of adversity. The Chinese envoy made these remarks on Wednesday (July 22) during an event at the national headquarters of the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society (BDRCS) in Moghbazar, Dhaka. During the ceremony, an…

Students across the country are becoming increasingly addicted to digital devices, and fostering an active sports culture is the primary solution to this issue, stated Education Minister ANM Ehsanul Hoque Milan. He also emphasized the need for teachers to maintain greater vigilance over student behavior and classroom instruction. The Minister made these remarks on Tuesday afternoon (July 21) during an exchange of views with primary education officials in Mirpur, Dhaka. Issuing a stern warning, the Minister stated that strict administrative action will be taken against teachers who fail to arrive at school on time or neglect their teaching duties. He…

Cricket Australia has announced a formidable 13-player squad for the upcoming two-match home Test series against Bangladesh next month. Regular captain Pat Cummins, star fast bowler Josh Hazlewood, and veteran off-spinner Nathan Lyon have all made their return to the Test setup following injury layoffs. The key trio was sidelined for a significant portion of the recent Ashes series due to injuries. However, they are set to make their return to red-ball cricket for this crucial series against Bangladesh. Alongside Cummins and Hazlewood, the pace attack will be spearheaded by Mitchell Starc and Scott Boland. The squad also features all-rounders…

US war spending in Iran has reached $37.5 billion so far, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth revealed on Tuesday during his first appearance before congressional lawmakers since a fresh wave of heavy bombings targeted Iran. The Pentagon chief testified on Capitol Hill primarily to request emergency supplemental funding to sustain the increasingly unpopular conflict. The testimony comes just months before the high-stakes US midterm elections, where President Donald Trump’s Republican Party faces a steep battle to maintain its narrow majorities in both the House of Representatives and the Senate. Meanwhile, Democrats, who currently hold an advantage in public opinion polls,…

In a major bid to expand export horizons and attract international buyers, Bangladesh has decided to participate in 50 international trade fairs across 27 countries in the current 2026–27 fiscal year (FY27). The outreach campaign will prioritize exhibitions highlighting products from 12 key growth sectors. The decision was finalized during a high-level meeting at the Export Promotion Bureau (EPB) headquarters in Dhaka. According to an official statement issued by the Ministry of Commerce, the meeting also set January 1, 2027, as the opening date for the upcoming 31st edition of the Dhaka International Trade Fair (DITF). Presiding over the meeting,…

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is presiding over a meeting of the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) at the Bangladesh Secretariat today. The meeting commenced at 10:00 AM in the Cabinet Division’s conference room, chaired by the Prime Minister, according to Jahidul Islam Rony, Deputy Press Secretary to the Prime Minister.

Ending all speculation, the South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) has officially announced the dates and venue for the region’s premier football tournament, the 2026 SAFF Championship. The prestigious event will take place in the Bangladeshi capital, Dhaka, from November 4 to 17. The announcement was confirmed via an official press release on the SAFF website on Tuesday (July 21). According to SAFF, all matches for the 2026 edition will be held in Dhaka. The governing body expects full participation from all member nations across South Asia. Key milestone dates leading up to the tournament have also been finalized. The official…

Even while undergoing treatment at the hospital, educationist and environmental activist Sonam Wangchuk continues his hunger strike. Meanwhile, protesters from the youth movement Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) refuse to vacate Delhi’s Jantar Mantar, standing firm in their demand for the immediate resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. By Wednesday morning, thousands more flooded Jantar Mantar as the movement—sparked by NEET paper leaks and widespread corruption in the education sector—gained international momentum, with solidarity demonstrations held in New York, London, and Dublin. The aggressive police action and baton-charge on marching students have simultaneously sent political temperatures soaring across India, with…

Following popular Bollywood singer Arijit Singh’s announcement regarding his step back from playback singing, fans were left eagerly anticipating his upcoming releases. Ending the long wait, the celebrated artist has lent his voice to the track titled “Yeh Awarapan” for the highly anticipated film Awarapan 2. The song is set for its official release today, Tuesday (July 21). The track has been crafted to capture the emotion, solitude, and inner turmoil of the film’s lead character, Shivam. Composed by Amaal Mallik with lyrics penned by Rashmi Virag, “Yeh Awarapan” marks one of the singer’s recent projects. Although Arijit announced months…

Here is the news report translated and polished into high-impact, professional English entertainment journalism format: 🎭 Amid Concerns Over His Appearance, Salman Khan Turns the Tables with a Question for Fans ENTERTAINMENT DESK Recent changes in his physical appearance and visible signs of fatigue had left countless fans concerned about Bollywood superstar Salman Khan. Following a series of viral photos and videos on social media, intense speculation began to swirl—is “Bhaijaan” unwell? Seeing his noticeable weight loss and clear signs of aging, fans expressed deep worry regarding his health. Amid growing debate and concern, Salman Khan himself broke his silence.…