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Mount Dukono erupted at 07:41 AM WIT (local time) on May 8, 2026.

Indonesia Volcano / 20 Hikers Trapped as Indonesia’s Mount Dukono Erupts

Indonesian rescue teams are racing against time to save 20 hikers trapped on Mount Dukono after the volcano erupted violently on Friday morning.
Iran's Armed Forces and
US, Israel - Iran War / Trump Claims Iran Deal "Close" Despite Fresh Naval Clashes in Gulf
Shaheen Afridi removed Mahmudul Hasan Joy early as both teams field three seamers.
Bangladesh vs Pakistan Test / Shaheen Afridi Strikes Early as Pakistan Elects to Field in First Dhaka Test
Iran intercepts two drones over Bandar Abbas
US, Israel - Iran War / Iran Intercepts Drones Over Bandar Abba
Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry is optimistic about a looming US-Iran peace agreement.
US, Israel - Iran War / Pakistan Expects US-Iran Peace Deal "Soon" as Conflict Shifts to Diplomacy
The Gaza Health Ministry confirmed nine deaths on May 7, 2026.
Gaza Genocide / Nine Dead in Gaza as Israeli Strikes Target Security Post
The decision was finalized during a cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister on Thursday evening at the Secretariat.
Government Declares 7-Day Holiday for Eid-ul-Azha
The directive issued by the Foreign Exchange Policy Department of Bangladesh Bank on May 7, 2026.
Bangladesh Bank Issues Strict New Rules for Foreign Exchange Transactions
Bangladesh Bank has issued a comprehensive set of new guidelines to streamline foreign exchange transactions across international travel, aviation, shipping,
Shops and Malls to Stay Open Until 10 PM for Eid-ul-Azha
Shops and Malls to Stay Open Until 10 PM for Eid-ul-Azha
In a move to facilitate Eid shopping while balancing the national energy crisis, the government has extended the operating hours
Parliament’s Budget Session Set for June 7
Parliament’s Budget Session Set for June 7
President Md. Shahabuddin has summoned the second session (Budget Session) of the 13th National Parliament to begin at 3:00 PM
TIB Executive Director Meets Prime Minister to Discuss Anti-Corruption Measures
TIB Executive Director Meets Prime Minister to Discuss Anti-Corruption Measures
Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) Executive Director Dr. Iftekharuzzaman met with Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Thursday to discuss strategies for

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Narail Woman Gives Birth to Seven Children; All Die Shortly After Birth

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Youth Shot Dead, 11-Year-Old Girl Injured in Chattogram Shooting

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Bangladesh Must Protect All Religions and Castes: Nahid Islam MP

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Man Arrested for Alleged Rape of Disabled Girl in Lohagara

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Former DU Hall VP Sheikh Tasnim Emi Released from Jail

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Bogura to Become City Corporation; Mokamtola Approved as New Upazila

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Merit-Based Police Recruitment: 39 Hired in Kurigram for 120 Taka

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Sports Essential for a Healthy Generation: MP Hafiz Ibrahim

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Madrasa Building Demolished and Shop Torched in Faridpur Land Dispute

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Government Declares 7-Day Holiday for Eid-ul-Azha

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Bangladesh Bank Issues Strict New Rules for Foreign Exchange Transactions

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Shops and Malls to Stay Open Until 10 PM for Eid-ul-Azha

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Lalmohan Land Dispute Turns Fatal: 1 Killed, 9 Injured over Coconut Tree

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Parliament’s Budget Session Set for June 7

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Phulbari Storm Victims Receive Tin and Cash Assistance

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National
The decision was finalized during a cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister on Thursday evening at the Secretariat.
National
Government Declares 7-Day Holiday for Eid-ul-Azha
The government has declared a seven-day holiday for the upcoming Eid-ul-Azha, spanning from May 25 to May 31.

Shops and Malls to Stay Open Until 10 PM for Eid-ul-Azha

In a move to facilitate Eid shopping while balancing the national energy crisis, the government...
Shops and Malls to Stay Open Until 10 PM for Eid-ul-Azha

Parliament’s Budget Session Set for June 7

President Md. Shahabuddin has summoned the second session (Budget Session) of the 13th National Parliament...
Parliament’s Budget Session Set for June 7

TIB Executive Director Meets Prime Minister to Discuss Anti-Corruption Measures

Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) Executive Director Dr. Iftekharuzzaman met with Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on...
TIB Executive Director Meets Prime Minister to Discuss Anti-Corruption Measures

60 kmph gusts thundershowers likely in 8 regions

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has forecast gusty winds of up to 60 kmph and...
60 kmph gusts thundershowers likely in 8 regions

Armed Forces to be Withdrawn in Phases: Home Minister

Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed announced on Thursday that the government has initiated a plan to...
Armed Forces to be Withdrawn in Phases: Home Minister

Govt to Invest 5% of GDP in Education Minister

The government plans to allocate 5 percent of the national GDP to the education sector...
Govt to Invest 5% of GDP in Education Minister

Waqf Administrator Calls on PM Tarique Rahman

Bangladesh Waqf Administrator Safiz Uddin Ahmed paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Tarique Rahman...
Waqf Administrator Calls on PM Tarique Rahman

Prime Minister Urges DC’s to Work Fearlessly

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has called upon deputy commissioners and divisional commissioners to perform their...
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman addressed the Bangladesh Administrative Service Association at the BICC on Wednesday night.
Bangladesh
The fire occurred in the early hours of Friday, May 8, 2026.
Bangladesh
Massive Fire Destroys Hardware and Furniture Shops in Narail
A devastating fire, suspected to have been caused by an electrical short circuit, destroyed four shops at Lahuria Bazar in
Local residents celebrate as 9 unions form the new administrative unit.
Bangladesh
Chandraganj to Become New Upazila; Local Residents Celebrate
Residents of Chandraganj held a joyous procession on Thursday evening following the government's approval of a proposal to divide Lakshmipur
On Thursday morning, All of the infants were laid to rest side-by-side in the family graveyard in Kalukhali.

Narail Woman Gives Birth to Seven Children; All Die Shortly After Birth

The victim, Raju, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Youth Shot Dead, 11-Year-Old Girl Injured in Chattogram Shooting

RAB-6 has arrested 60-year-old Md. Akhtar Khan.

Man Arrested for Alleged Rape of Disabled Girl in Lohagara

NICAR Approves Formation of ‘Bogura City Corporation’ and ‘Mokamtola Upazila’, Sparking Widespread Celebration.

Bogura to Become City Corporation; Mokamtola Approved as New Upazila

Business
Eastern Refinery Resumes Full Production After Two-Month Crude Crisis
Business
Eastern Refinery Resumes Full Production After Two-Month Crude Crisis
Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS) officially recorded April 2026 general inflation at 9.04%.
Business
Bangladesh Inflation Hits 9.04% in April as Prices Continue to Rise
The directive issued by the Foreign Exchange Policy Department of Bangladesh Bank on May 7, 2026.
Business
Bangladesh Bank Issues Strict New Rules for Foreign Exchange Transactions
Bangladesh Bank has issued a comprehensive set of new guidelines to streamline foreign exchange transactions across international travel, aviation, shipping,
United Islamic Bank Depositors Association of five merging banks held a sit-in in Chattogram.
Business
Bank Depositors Hold Sit-in Protest in Chattogram; Demand Roadmap for Refunds
Janata Bank issues an auction notice for Janakantha Bhaban.
Business
Janata Bank to Auction Janakantha Bhaban Over Tk 215 Crore Debt
International
Mount Dukono erupted at 07:41 AM WIT (local time) on May 8, 2026.
International
Indonesia Volcano / 20 Hikers Trapped as Indonesia’s Mount Dukono Erupts
Indonesian rescue teams are racing against time to save 20 hikers trapped on Mount Dukono after the volcano erupted violently
Iran's Armed Forces and

US, Israel - Iran War / Trump Claims Iran Deal "Close" Despite Fresh Naval Clashes in Gulf

Iran intercepts two drones over Bandar Abbas

US, Israel - Iran War / Iran Intercepts Drones Over Bandar Abba

President Pezeshkian also shared details regarding a recent two-and-a-half-hour meeting with the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyed Mojtaba Khamenei.

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Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry is optimistic about a looming US-Iran peace agreement.

US, Israel - Iran War / Pakistan Expects US-Iran Peace Deal "Soon" as Conflict Shifts to Diplomacy

The Gaza Health Ministry confirmed nine deaths on May 7, 2026.

Gaza Genocide / Nine Dead in Gaza as Israeli Strikes Target Security Post

The failed ‘Project Freedom’ forced the US to retreat within 24 hours

The failed ‘Project Freedom’ forced the US to retreat within 24 hours

Iran Signals Readiness for Diplomacy to End War with US and Israel

Iran Signals Readiness for Diplomacy to End War with US and Israel

Demand for re-election in Tamil Nadu as uncertainty grows over Vijay’s government formation

Demand for re-election in Tamil Nadu as uncertainty grows over Vijay’s government formation

Sports
Shaheen Afridi removed Mahmudul Hasan Joy early as both teams field three seamers.
Sports
Bangladesh vs Pakistan Test / Shaheen Afridi Strikes Early as Pakistan Elects to Field in First Dhaka Test
Pakistan’s pace spearhead Shaheen Shah Afridi made an immediate impact, removing opener Mahmudul Hasan Joy early after captain Shan Masood
The Brazil national team squad for the upcoming World Cup is scheduled to be officially announced on May 18, 2026.
Sports
FIFA World Cup 2026 / Will Neymar Play World Cup 2026?
Ousmane Dembélé, who rifled the ball home to extend the French side's aggregate lead.
Sports
Champions League Semifinal / Early Dembélé Strike Sends PSG to Final Against Arsenal
Saka’s 45th-minute tap-in was enough to seal a 1-0 win on the night.
Sports
Champions League Semifinal / Arsenal edge Atlético to reach first Champions League final in 20 years
Both teams are on the verge of breaking the all-time single-season scoring record of 45 goals
Sports
Champions League Semifinal / Bayern vs. Paris: A Battle of the Heavyweights!
Arsenal is the only unbeaten team left in the competition.
Sports
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Infantino Set to Lead FIFA Until 2031 Amid Support
Sports
Infantino Set to Lead FIFA Until 2031 Amid Support
BCB Begins Election Process Regional Committees Dissolved
Sports
BCB Begins Election Process Regional Committees Dissolved
Peshawar Zalmi won the PSL title on Sunday marking their first championship victory in nine years (since 2017).
Sports
PSL 2026 / Peshawar Zalmi End 9-Year PSL Trophy Drought
Entertainment
Three Japanese Films Join Cannes Competition 2026
Entertainment
Three Japanese Films Join Cannes Competition 2026
Three Japanese films have been selected for the main competition section of this year’s Cannes Film Festival, drawing strong attention
Top stars ascended the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
Entertainment
Vogue’s Best Dressed / Stars Transform into Living Art at the 2026 Met Gala
‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Shatters Records with $233M Global Opening
Entertainment
‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Shatters Records with $233M Global Opening
Mariah Carey shared photos on Instagram Thursday.
Entertainment
Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon Celebrate Twins' 15th Birthday
India's micro-drama market is projected to grow from $300 million to $4.5 billion by 2030, according to Lumikai.
Entertainment
Two-Minute 'Micro-Dramas' Take off in India: $4.5 Billion Market Looms
Pavel Talankin hoists his Oscar in March
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Airport 'Security Risk' Drama / Anti-Putin Director's Oscar Finally Recovered
Kiara is confirmed for Toxic starring Yash; Sidharth is filming VVAN.
Entertainment
Kiara Advani & Sidharth Malhotra Maldives Vacation ‘Baby Shark’ Video Goes Viral
Jimmy Kimmel referred to Melania Trump as an
Entertainment
White House Calls for Jimmy Kimmel’s Firing Over "Expectant Widow" Joke
Tama Rashid Wins Bangladesh’s First 'Mrs. Independent International'
Entertainment
Tama Rashid Wins Bangladesh’s First 'Mrs. Independent International'
Politics
The reception took place on Thursday afternoon in Bheramara.

BNP MP Farida Yasmin Honored at Bheramara Public Reception

The Bheramara Upazila and Municipal units of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) hosted a public reception on Thursday to honor Farida Yasmin, the newly elected Member of Parliament from the

Nahid Islam spoke at the July Mass Uprising Memorial Hall of the Chattogram Press Club.
Politics
Bangladesh Must Protect All Religions and Castes: Nahid Islam MP
Former DU student leader Sheikh Tasnim Afroz Emi has been released from Kashimpur Women’s Central Jail.
Politics
Former DU Hall VP Sheikh Tasnim Emi Released from Jail
US Diplomat Meets NCP Spokesperson Asif Mahmud
Politics
US Diplomat Meets NCP Spokesperson Asif Mahmud
Jatiyatabadi Sramik Dal leader, Md Rony, was shot in Dhaka's Kadamtali on Wednesday.
Politics
Sramik Dal Leader Shot in Dhaka over Local Dominance
Seven journalists in Char Fashion, Bhola, face a Cyber Security Act case filed by a BNP leader.
Politics
Bhola BNP Leader Files Cyber Case Against 7 Journalists; Media Community Protests
Removal of tin fence and iron gate from former minister Amir Hossain Amu's abandoned home by anti-discrimination student activists on May 6, 2026.
Politics
Protesters Remove Fence from Amir Hossain Amu's Jhalakathi Home
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2026 Met Gala

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China's Next Automotive Revolution

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Israel's Invation in Lebanon

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In Lebanon a million displaced by Israeli strikes