A devastating combination of diesel scarcity and rolling blackouts has brought irrigation to a standstill across major agricultural hubs in Bangladesh. From Rangpur to Cox’s Bazar, thousands of pumps are idle as the boro rice crop enters its most sensitive growth stage.
In a dramatic reversal of his "lots of bombs" warning, President Donald Trump has indefinitely extended the U.S.-Iran ceasefire following direct requests from Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir. While the immediate threat of airstrikes has receded, the U.S. Navy continues its strict blockade of Iranian ports, a move Tehran describes as an act of war that threatens to collapse the fragile peace.
In a series of aggressive statements on CNBC and Bloomberg, President Donald Trump has set a volatile stage for the upcoming U.S.-Iran negotiations in Pakistan. Asserting that military action provides a "better negotiating position," the President confirmed he is unwilling to extend the current ceasefire past Wednesday night, leaving Tehran with a stark choice: immediate diplomatic concession or a return to large-scale military confrontation.
A high-stakes diplomatic gamble is unfolding in Islamabad as U.S. Vice President JD Vance and Iranian Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf are reportedly headed for direct negotiations. Despite public denials from Iranian state media, regional officials confirm that Pakistan has cleared the way for a second round of talks aimed at preventing a return to full-scale hostilities following the recent U.S. seizure of an Iranian vessel.
The Bangladeshi diaspora in New York celebrated Pahela Baishakh with a unique blend of literature and art. Organized by Shobdoguchchho and Woodhaven Library, the event featured renowned poets, international musicians, and local students to honor Bengali heritage.
Syed Sayedul Haque Suman has petitioned the High Court for permission to participate in the upcoming Bangladesh Bar Council election. Currently in custody, Suman argues that the administration's failure to facilitate his nomination signature violates his constitutional right to choose his profession.
Calls for legislation introducing stricter legal provisions on alleged blasphemy have been raised in the National Parliament of Bangladesh, reigniting debate over the delicate...
The IMF has slashed its 2026 global growth forecast as the U.S.-Iran conflict disrupts trade. With inflation projected to hit 4.4%, the world faces a high-stakes economic slowdown.
In a bold move, the sanctioned tanker Rich Starry has successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz. With the Murlikishan close behind, Washington’s maritime restrictions face a major credibility test.
