Author: DMN Desk

2 Current champions Argentina have secured their spot in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16, defeating Cape Verde 3-2 in a dramatic match, thanks to a superb performance by captain Lionel Messi. Argentina played aggressive football from the start. In the 29th minute, Lionel Messi scored his 20th World Cup goal from a pass by Lisandro Martínez. With this goal, the Argentine captain also achieved the unique feat of scoring in eight consecutive World Cup matches. However, Cape Verde, participating in the World Cup for the first time, did not give up easily. They equalized twice, posing a…

2 Prime Minister Tarique Rahman stated that justice for the casualties in the July incidents will be ensured on the nation’s soil. However, he also emphasized the need to be cautious so that no one is wronged in the judicial process. He added that efforts to ensure proper justice for the real culprits would continue, even if there is some delay. He made these remarks on Saturday (July 4) at the ‘July National Conference’ held at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Center in Agargaon. The event was organized in remembrance of the martyrs of the July mass uprising. Tarique Rahman said…

2 Police have conducted a sweeping operation to restore overall discipline and security in the Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport area. This action comes in response to widespread reactions generated by an exclusive video report broadcast by BD24Live for public interest. On July 2, BD24Live published an exclusive video report titled ‘Airport Footover Bridge: Another Name for Expat Suffering’. Immediately after its publication, the news created a significant stir on social media, having been viewed by over 9 million people to date. Furthermore, 63,000 people shared it, and approximately 7,000 readers commented, expressing their anger and distress. The video depicted various…

0 Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s son, Mojtaba Khamenei, has expressed his desire to participate in his father’s multi-day farewell ceremony. However, due to security risks, a decision has not yet been made regarding which stages of the event he will be able to attend. On Saturday (July 4), the American news outlet The New York Times reported, citing Iranian sources, that Mojtaba Khamenei informed authorities of his wish to participate in his father’s funeral. He specifically expressed his intention to be present at the burial ceremony scheduled for July 9. Nevertheless, the report noted that his request has not yet been…

1 While representatives from over a hundred countries, including Bangladesh, participated in the week-long state funeral and mourning ceremonies for Iran’s former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, at least 13 countries did not attend due to pressure from the United States, according to Iran’s Tasnim News Agency. This information was reported by Middle East Eye. Iran’s state media, Press TV, reported that at least 13 countries from Eastern Europe, Africa, the Persian Gulf region, and East Asia did not send representatives to the event due to intense pressure from the United States. The report further claimed that several governments of…

3 The body of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was laid to rest on Friday in a grand prayer hall in Tehran. Religious leaders, government officials, foreign dignitaries, and thousands of mourners gathered there to pay their final respects. Surrounding the death of Khamenei, who was killed in US and Israeli airstrikes, Iran has organized week-long mourning ceremonies and public processions. His death, after nearly 37 years of ruling the country, is being seen as the conclusion of a significant political and religious chapter for the Islamic Republic of Iran. According to a Reuters report, Khamenei’s body will be…

US Ambassador Brent Christensen has reaffirmed Washington’s commitment to strengthening people-to-people ties with Bangladesh by sharing American history, culture and values. Speaking on Saturday at the American Fair in the Park at Justice Shahabuddin Ahmed Park in Gulshan, organised by the US Embassy to mark the 250th anniversary of US independence, Christensen said America’s history had inspired people around the world, including Bangladesh. He said 250 years ago, 56 Founding Fathers risked everything to secure independence and self-governance. According to the ambassador, that history has inspired many nations, including Bangladesh during its own struggle for independence. “We want to share…

1 Prime Minister Tarique Rahman commented that the July Uprising is not the achievement of any single party or individual, but rather the collective accomplishment of democracy-loving and peace-seeking people. At the same time, he expressed his determination to ensure justice for those involved in the July killings. He made these remarks while addressing as the chief guest at the ‘July National Conference’ and memorial meeting held on Saturday (July 4) at the Bangabandhu International Conference Centre (China-Bangladesh Friendship Conference Centre) in Sher-e-Bangla Nagar, Dhaka. The Prime Minister became emotional listening to the reminiscences and painful experiences of losing loved…

0 Today, Saturday (May 30), marks the 45th martyrdom anniversary of Martyred President Ziaur Rahman. On this day in 1981, he was assassinated by some misguided members of the army at Chittagong Circuit House. To mark the occasion, BNP has announced an eight-day program from May 25 to June 1. As part of the program, black flags will be hoisted nationwide, discussion meetings, photo exhibitions, special prayers (Dua Mahfil), and distribution of food and clothing among the destitute will be held. On Saturday at 6 AM, party flags were lowered to half-mast and black flags were hoisted at the central…

1 Two regional executive officers of Dhaka North and South City Corporations have been temporarily suspended on charges of negligence in their duties regarding Qurbani waste removal in the capital. At the same time, Prime Minister Tareq Rahman has instructed departmental action against them. The directive for the temporary suspension of the two officials was issued on Friday afternoon, entrusting the Ministry of Public Administration. The matter was confirmed to the media by State Minister for Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives, Mir Shahe Alam. The temporarily suspended officials are — Md. Sadekur Rahman, Regional Executive Officer of Zone-5 of…