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For over five decades, Raisul Islam Asad has stood as a monumental figure in Bangladesh’s performing arts. He is a decorated Freedom Fighter, a six-time National Film Award winner, an Ekushey Padak recipient, and the honoree of the National Film Award for Lifetime Achievement. From his iconic portrayal of Kuber in “Padma Nadir Majhi” to his acclaimed performances in Indian Bengali cinema, Asad’s work across stage, television, and film has left an indelible mark on South Asian storytelling. Although he has stepped back from regular acting in recent years, his legacy and the adoration of his fans remain as vibrant…

Carrying national flags, copies of the Constitution, and portraits of iconic figures, thousands of students braved a light drizzle in New Delhi to join a massive “March to Parliament” (Sansad Chalo). Organized by the youth political movement Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), the demonstration met a heavy-handed response from the Delhi Police, who used barricades and baton-charges (lathi-charge) to disperse the crowd heading toward Parliament. The CJP has been spearheading protests for nearly a month, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over digital corruption, NEET exam paper leaks, and alleged irregularities in CBSE exams. The march was timed…

Amid escalating regional tensions across the Middle East, Kuwait has come under a fresh barrage of severe missile and drone strikes from Iran. On Monday (July 20), the Kuwaiti armed forces confirmed that the nation’s air defense networks were actively engaged in intercepting and repelling the incoming aerial threats. Following the strikes, the Kuwaiti military issued an emergency statement strongly condemning the incident, characterizing the assault as “sinful Iranian aggression.” In response to the developing situation, authorities have urged citizens and residents to remain on high alert to ensure public safety. The statement called on the public to strictly adhere…

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has directed the relevant authorities to take strict measures to ensure that doctors remain present at their workplaces during office hours, preventing patients from being deprived of essential healthcare services at public hospitals. Additionally, he emphasized that patients must receive all necessary medicines free of charge, instructing officials to increase the medicine budget if necessary to guarantee an uninterrupted supply. The Prime Minister issued these key directives during a high-level review meeting at the Ministry of Health, marking his first official visit to the ministry since assuming office. The meeting, which lasted around three and a…

Upon returning home with the World Cup trophy in hand, world champions Spain were greeted with a grand, royal reception. After demonstrating total dominance and relentless grit throughout the tournament to capture the pinnacle of world football, the Spanish squad took to the streets in an open-top bus parade, surrounded by an overwhelming sea of nearly a million ecstatic fans. The lavish victory celebrations took over the heart of Madrid. As the open-top bus carrying the players wound its way through the capital’s iconic avenues, the streets turned into a vibrant ocean of red and yellow. Waving national flags, setting…

The long-awaited Third Terminal at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA) will not be fully operational by this December. However, if the contract signing with the Japanese consortium and other procedural logistics are completed on schedule, partial operations may commence on a limited scale around December. Air Vice Marshal Md. Mostafa Mahmud Siddique, Chairman of the Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAAB), disclosed this information on Monday (July 20) while briefing journalists following a workshop titled ‘Civil Aviation and Air Traffic Operation’ held at the CAAB headquarters. The CAAB Chairman stated that the physical construction of the Third Terminal is virtually…

Throughout the entire tournament, Unai Simón was rarely pushed to his absolute limits. While he racked up an impressive 7 clean sheets, the credit belonged as much to Spain’s formidable backline as it did to his own shot-stopping abilities. Before opposition attacks could even reach Simón, Spanish defenders routinely extinguished the threat. In fact, Simón recorded just 10 saves across the entire World Cup—a startling statistic when compared to Argentina’s Emiliano Martínez, who produced 11 saves in the final alone! However, modern goalkeeping extends far beyond acrobatic saves; it relies heavily on positional awareness and reliable distribution from the back.…

The case was filed with the International Crimes Tribunal on charges of genocide and crimes against humanity perpetrated during the mass uprising of July-August 2024. The lawsuit named former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, former Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal, and former Inspector General of Police (IGP) Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun, among several others, as key accused. Following a comprehensive judicial process, the International Crimes Tribunal-1 delivered its historic verdict on November 17, 2025. The tribunal found Sheikh Hasina and Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal guilty of crimes against humanity and sentenced both to death. Meanwhile, former IGP Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun, who turned state’s…

With just 5 runs needed off the final over and 6 wickets in hand, it seemed like a straightforward equation for Bangladesh. However, the contest took a turn for the dramatic at Bulawayo as Zimbabwe picked up 2 wickets off the first 3 balls delivered by Brad Evans, leaving the Tigers on the precipice of defeat. High drama ensued on the fourth delivery when the ball struck all-rounder Mahedi Hasan on the pads, triggering a massive shout for LBW from the Zimbabweans. However, the umpire immediately signaled a ‘dead ball’ as a Zimbabwean fielder had moved across the batter’s line…

In a massive geopolitical masterstroke aimed at establishing dominance over the global governance and regulation of Artificial Intelligence, Beijing has officially launched a powerful 29-nation coalition. The World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO) made its debut during the opening ceremony of the four-day World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) held in Shanghai. According to global analysts, this move is a direct challenge to Washington’s singular influence over the development and regulation of rapidly evolving technologies, positioning Beijing as the undisputed leader of a new global AI framework. “A Symphony of International Cooperation, Not a Solo Show” — Xi Jinping First launched…