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Chinese authorities began enforcing requirements on Friday, Oct. 25, that demand social media content creators possess verified credentials before discussing specialized subjects. The Cyberspace Administration of China announced the policy targeting influencers who post about medical topics...

Tshepo Mthuli Mabilo has assumed leadership of the Free State Department of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment at the age of 46. The University of Free State graduate brings advanced credentials in economics and public administration along with extensive government experience...

South Africa's Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson has ordered an immediate probe after allegations emerged that workers in the Expanded Public Works Programme were exploited for personal services within the Bojanala District Municipality. Reports indicate participants faced...

A South African footwear entrepreneur has defended celebrity DJ Zinhle against criticism about her Era jewelry line's pricing after social media users compared her accessories to inexpensive alternatives available through the fast-fashion retailer Shein. Lekau Sehoana, who founded Drip Footwear...

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Nayeb-e-Ameer Syed Abdullah Mohammad Taher declared reform essential for national progress and democracy during a Kakrail seminar on Sunday. He insisted his party would accept no compromise on institutional and political changes, outlining a sequence of reform...

Ranbir Kapoor plans to revive his grandfather Raj Kapoor's cinematic legacy by remaking the 1951 classic Awara. The actor will star opposite Deepika Padukone in the project with director Ayan Mukerji attached, signaling a return to RK Studios' heritage nearly six years after the family's studio...

Bangladesh Bank proposed elevating its governor to a full cabinet minister rank through a draft ordinance amendment. The central bank submitted the Bangladesh Bank Ordinance Amendment 2025 to the Finance Division for evaluation after consulting financial specialists. Approval would significantly...

Bangladesh Cricket Board arranged a specialized spin bowling session on Monday at Mirpur's Sher-e-Bangla Stadium indoor facility. National team spin coach Mushtaq Ahmed will lead the one-day camp for promising bowlers from development squads. Mushtaq brings extensive international coaching...

Bashundhara Shuvosangho members presented a water purification unit to Naogaon Dance Academy Nritya Niketan during its fiftieth anniversary celebration. The district committee donated the equipment at a Saturday ceremony in the town's Post Office Para neighborhood. Acting committee president...

Local Government Adviser Asif Mahmud Sajeeb Bhuiyan proposed that mandatory military training for all citizens should he gain authority to implement such a program. He made the remarks Sunday in a social media post, stating enhanced defense education would protect Bangladesh from external...

Chittagong Urea Fertiliser Limited restarted operations on Sunday following a seven-month shutdown caused by natural gas shortages. Factory management confirmed urea manufacturing resumed at 3:30 a.m. after Karnaphuli Gas Distribution Company restored supply on October 19, enabling necessary...

Union Bank PLC directors convened their 185th meeting at the Dhaka Gulshan-1 headquarters on November 2, 2025. Board Chairman, Md. Fariduddin Ahmed led discussions resulting in strategic choices designed to broaden bank operations and enhance customer service standards. Attendees included Board...

The third bKash-Bigganchinta Science Festival ended at Dhaka's St. Joseph Higher Secondary School after showcasing student innovations nationwide. Arib Bin Faruq and Saim Ibne Sarwar from BAF Shaheen College claimed the national championship with their project, The Salting Out. Their work topped...

Southeast Bank PLC directors unanimously re-elected Rehana Rahman as board vice chairperson during their October 29, 2025, meeting. This action took place at the bank's 777th board session. Rahman is a leading Bangladeshi entrepreneur holding multiple directorships. She serves as Bengal...

Bangladesh's High Court halted construction of a planned Rampura Police Station on Dhaka's Malibagh Chaudhurypara wetland until November 5th. Judges issued this directive on Sunday after Human Rights and Peace for Bangladesh filed a legal challenge against government approval for using half the...

BRAC Bank finalized a 400 crore taka financing arrangement for DBL Group on October 5, 2025, acting as lead organizer for the transaction. The deal involves issuing non-convertible preference shares to help the conglomerate strengthen its capital framework and reduce refinancing vulnerabilities...

Dhaka Special Judge Court-4 recorded testimony from six witnesses on Sunday in three corruption cases involving 53 accused individuals, including former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her sister Sheikh Rehana. The cases allege irregular plot allocations within RAJUK's Purbachal New Town...

Religious Affairs Adviser AFM Khalid Hossain stated Sunday that any visit by international preacher Zakir Naik to Bangladesh requires formal clearance from the Home and Foreign Ministries. He clarified this after meeting with two Tabligh Jamaat faction representatives at the Secretariat...

Bangladesh authorities completed drafting the 2025 Police Commission Ordinance this week, with plans to submit it to the Advisory Council shortly for approval. The measure, developed by a panel under Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs adviser Asif Nazrul, aims to enhance police transparency...

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus urged expanded public education about cancer prevention Saturday after meeting Singaporean oncology experts at Dhaka's Jamuna State Guest House. He highlighted fatty liver disease and breast cancer as critical health threats, noting breast cancer has become...