Bangladesh Football Federation revealed fresh branding for the domestic professional competition, which adopts the Bangladesh Football League as its official title with Malaysian energy giant Petronas serving as the primary sponsor. The organization released a minimalist circular emblem representing a football silhouette through a video presentation while launching associated social media channels.
Officials selected the tagline Bold, Fair, Limitless to convey aspirations toward courage, integrity, and unbounded advancement as third-round fixtures approach. Online audiences delivered divided responses to the design update, with numerous critics questioning its originality and suggesting resemblance to existing insignia from other...
Followers of baul performer Abul Sarkar sustained injuries after a confrontation with Tawhidi Janata members during a demonstration calling for the musician's freedom in Manikganj district. The clash occurred near Shaheed Minar as supporters assembled ahead of court proceedings related to accusations that the artist insulted religious beliefs during a performance earlier this month.
Four individuals required medical attention following the violence, with three representing the singer's camp and one belonging to the opposing faction demanding capital punishment. Manikganj Sadar Police Station Officer-in-Charge Kamal Hossain confirmed that authorities documented the incident through a general diary entry and await formal complaints...
Sir Salimullah Medical College has closed campus operations and instructed dormitory residents to return home after consecutive earthquakes raised safety concerns in Old Dhaka. Principal Dr Mazharul Islam Shahin ordered the evacuation to protect anxious students from structural hazards caused by recent tremors that have generated widespread alarm about property damage and personal security throughout the nation.
Some pupils continue occupying residential facilities despite the directive. Classes will restart when authorities determine conditions have stabilized sufficiently for normal operations.
Bangladesh kabaddi veteran Rupali Akter received ceremonial honors at Shaheed Suhrawardi Indoor Stadium before competing in her final international match against Chinese Taipei. Youth and Sports Adviser Asif Mahmud Sajeeb Bhuiyan presented the 34-year-old captain with a crown while federation official SM Nawaz Shohag offered a retirement stole ahead of the semifinal contest.
The Jamalpur native represented her country across three Asian Games and multiple South Asian Games during a 16-year career that began at the 2009 Asian Junior Kabaddi Championship. Rupali remains the sole member of Bangladesh's current roster who participated in the 2012 Women's Kabaddi World Cup.
Despite losing her concluding appearance by seven points, the...
Dhaka Medical College has halted classes and examinations through the end of the month after recent seismic activity prompted concerns about campus safety. Principal Prof Dr Md Kamrul Alam issued the directive following an emergency session of the Dhaka University Academic Council, which determined that professional MBBS testing should be delayed.
Authorities explained that the temporary closure would allow students to visit relatives and recover from earthquake-related anxiety. Operations will restart once the suspension period concludes.
Bangladesh spinner Taijul Islam expressed appreciation for Shakib Al Hasan's social media recognition after surpassing his countryman as the fastest Bangladeshi bowler to claim 250 Test wickets. The 32-year-old left-armer matched Sri Lankan legend Rangana Herath's record while maintaining that statistical achievements hold secondary importance compared to consistent contributions on the field.
Taijul acknowledged that encouragement from established players carries significant meaning while dismissing speculation about reaching 400 career dismissals. The bowler stated his focus remains on meeting expectations through quality performances rather than chasing numerical targets. He declined to forecast which successor might eventually...
BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman pledged his organization would continue defending Islamic principles while addressing religious leaders at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Centre. Rahman asserted that the party has consistently supported Muslim interests and opposed actions undermining religious values, contrasting this with what he characterized as attempts by former administrations to weaken Islamic institutions.
The political leader outlined plans to establish service regulations for religious workers and provide monthly stipends to financially struggling clerics. Rahman emphasized that approximately 1.7 million mosque officials serve at roughly 350,000 worship sites nationwide, arguing their exclusion from state...
Bashundhara Shuvosangho members in Zakiganj upazila supplied merchandise to Md Kabir Ahmad, a physically disabled merchant from Atgram whose empty storefront had driven away clientele and plunged his household into poverty. The organization's intervention restored inventory to his establishment after prolonged hardship prevented him from stocking saleable items.
General Secretary Azadur Rahman stated the group's commitment to assisting marginalized community members achieve economic independence through similar programs. Finance Secretary Saifur Rahman, Works and Planning Secretary Selim Ahmad, member Foysal Ahmad and local representatives attended the distribution.
KL Rahul will take charge of India's 15-player roster for three one-day matches against South Africa after Shubman Gill sustained a neck injury during the opening Test. The wicketkeeper-batsman leads a lineup featuring veterans Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, both of whom participate exclusively in 50-over cricket after stepping away from T20 and Test formats.
Vice-captain Shreyas Iyer remains unavailable while recovering from a spleen laceration suffered during last month's Australia series. Left-arm spinner Ravindra Jadeja and wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant rejoin the squad for the contests beginning in Ranchi, followed by two additional fixtures before five T20 encounters.
The team comprises Yashasvi Jaiswal, Tilak Varma, Washington...
