Thousands of Bangladeshis gathered to pray for rain on Wednesday in the middle of an extreme heatwave that prompted authorities to shut down schools around the country. Extensive scientific research has found climate change is causing heat waves to become longer, more frequent and more intense. Bangladesh's weather bureau says that average maximum temperatures in the capital Dhaka over the past week…

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has sent a letter to the Bangladesh Financial Intelligence Unit (BFIU) seeking financial information of Benazir Ahmed, former Inspector General of Police (IGP), and his family members. While talking to the media, ACC Commissioner Zahurul Haque on Thursday said that the commission has also sent similar requests to different government offices, including the joint…

Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has issued again country-wide fresh heat wave alert message for the next 72 hours. In the latest heat wave alert Meteorologist M Shaheenul Islam said "The prevailing heat wave over the country may continue for next 72 hours commencing from Thursday (April 25)." Due to increase moisture incursion, the discomfort may increase, said the message in…

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has called upon all to stand against all forms of aggression and atrocities, and say 'no' to wars, as the precondition for sustainable development is lasting peace and security. "We must speak out against all forms of aggression and atrocities, and say 'no' to wars. Bangladesh stands behind the UN Secretary General's 'New Agenda for Peace'," she said. The premier…

JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia’s King Salman left King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre in Jeddah on Wednesday evening after undergoing routine examinations, Saudi Press Agency reported.  The king was admitted to the hospital for routine tests earlier on Wednesday afternoon.  He attended the weekly cabinet meeting on Tuesday.

Three newly appointed judges of the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court (SC) were sworn in on Thursday morning. Chief Justice Obaidul Hassan administered the oath  to the three judges at 10:30 am at the Supreme Court judges' lounge. The appointment will come into effect from the date of their oath, according to a notification issued earlier. President Mohammed Shahabuddin on Wednesday made…

LAHORE, Pakistan: Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai on Thursday condemned Israel and reaffirmed her support for Palestinians in Gaza, after a backlash in her native Pakistan over a Broadway musical she co-produced with former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. Yousafzai, who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2014, has been condemned by some for partnering with Clinton, an outspoken supporter…

Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) has called up Jonathon Campbell as the only uncapped player in its 15-man squad for its tour to Bangladesh for a five-match Twenty 20 International (T20I) series in May. Jonathon is the son of former Zimbabwe captain Alistair Campbell, considered as one of the finest ever players the country has produced. Campbell played 60 Tests and 188 ODIs for Zimbabwe and scored more…