DHAKA, March 6 (Reuters) - Bangladesh is set to pay sharply higher prices for liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the spot market after Qatar suspended deliveries amid the escalating Iran–Israel conflict,

The escalating military tensions in the Middle East centered around Iran, Israel, and the United States have sent shockwaves

Bangladesh has unveiled its squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Pakistan, commencing March 11 in Dhaka. Afif Hossain makes a return, while Litton Das is included despite recent form.

"Prime Minister Tarique Rahman of Bangladesh will have to focus on his primary task of reviving the economy," writes Farid Erkizia Bakht

Here is the full schedule of ODI cricket games being played during the 2026 Pakistan Tour of Bangladesh with updated standings and scores.

Dhaka’s real challenge is to convert political change into economic credibility amid mounting external shocks.

Among Bangladesh’s key demands is zero reciprocal tariff treatment for garments produced using American cotton or man-made fibres. The government argues that this measure would strengthen the competitiveness of Bangladesh’s ready-made garment sector while increasing US cotton exports- a move framed as mutually beneficial.

According to Bangladesh Chemical Industries Corporation (BCIC), there are five major urea plants under its management. Only Shahjalal Fertiliser Co Ltd remains operational among them, though officials warn its production may not last.

Bangladesh's national football team face daunting odds at their first-ever Women's Asian Cup, but have already scored a major victory by qualifying."We didn't even have a national women's team before 2008,

Bangladesh has got a new government under Tarique Rahman, who returned to the country after a 17-year-exile. A top Dhaka lawyer and rights activist tells Firstpost what the election was like, and what