2026 July

মঙ্গলবার, ২২ সেপ্টেম্বর ২০২৬, ০৩:২৪ পূর্বাহ্ন

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PM leaves for New York after a stopover in Istanbul BNP conducts politics relying on people’s strength: Rizvi President calls for realistic, integrated policy support to resolve textile sector problems Health officials report 1,655 fresh cases of dengue inflection, 6 deaths overnight AI safety measures failing to keep pace with technology: UN experts Maritime ports asked to hoist signal 3 Year-round monitoring to be strengthened to keep essential commodity market stable: Muktadir Climate crisis a job for world leaders, not just activists: UK FM Bangladesh Women face Pakistan for Asian Games Bronze medal Death of child Rohan in Kamalnagar: Locals form human chain in response to murder case alleging false and harassing propaganda

A cabinet committee headed by finance minister has been constituted to revise the Visa Policy 2006. The committee has been constituted in a cabinet meeting at the Bangladesh Secretariat today with Prime Minister Tarique Rahman in the chair. The committee will recommend amendment to the existing visa policy to make the entry and departure policies of foreign nationals more easy and disciplined. Following the meeting Cabinet Secretary Nasimul Ghani told reporters that the proposed Visa Policy 2026 seeks to attract foreign investment, promote international business, facilitate the entry of skilled professionals, encourage tourism and the hospitality sector, and strengthen technology and knowledge transfer. The new policy also aims to maintain national security while ensuring an appropriate balance in international diplomatic relations, he said. It will be guided by the principle of reciprocity in managing international travel and is intended to establish a modern, efficient, and service-oriented immigration framework, he added. Ministry of Home Affairs will give secretarial support to the cabinet committee, he said

Cabinet committee formed to amend Visa Policy

EC starts preparations for local government polls: Mirza Fakhrul

Rabiul seeks expanded JICA cooperation for Bangladesh’s transport infrastructure

Road Transport and Bridges, Railways and Shipping Minister Shaikh Rabiul Alam today said Bangladesh is committed to building a safe, modern, sustainable and integrated transport system under the leadership of

Bangladesh’s merchandise exports surge 25.91pc in June

Bangladesh’s merchandise exports posted a strong 25.91 percent year-on-year growth in June, reflecting renewed momentum despite persistent global economic and geopolitical challenges. According to provisional data released by the Export

Nine Thai monks killed after boy drives truck into procession

An 11-year-old boy drove his parents’ truck into a Buddhist procession in Thailand on Thursday, killing nine monks and seriously injuring around 10 others, police and local authorities said. A

Spain, Portugal eye World Cup last 16

European champions Spain and Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal aim to book their places in the last 16 of the World Cup on Thursday as Algeria look to salvage some pride for

BNP’s free eye camp in Paikgachha; Over 500 people availed services

‎A day-long free eye treatment camp was organized by the Upazila BNP in Paikgachha, Khulna. Over 500 general patients from different parts of the upazila were provided with eye treatment,

Fruit festival organized by JASAS Rangpur district branch

The fruit festival was organized by the Bangladesh Nationalist Social Cultural Organization (JASAS) Rangpur district branch. On Thursday (July 2) at 12 noon, the fruit festival was held at the

UNO visits Nandail Dighi Disabled School in Kalai

Kalai Upazila Executive Officer Shamim Ara visited the school on Wednesday, July 1, under the overall supervision of the headmaster of Nandail Dighi Autistic and Intellectually Handicapped School, a specialized