Cox's Bazar
BFF expects FIFA go-ahead on Centre of Excellence
The Bangladesh Football Federation has said it expects a positive response from football's world governing body, FIFA, over its proposed Centre of Excellence in Cox's Bazar following completion of assessment over the project's environmental impact.
#Perspective / Bringing street children out of despair through skateboarding
Susie Halsell — founder and CEO of Bangladesh Street Kids Aid (BSKA), and a passionate skateboarder herself — came up with such a unique skateboarding program that not only offers street children a burst of adrenaline, but also nurtures their potential, helping them build confidence, community, and dreams for a brighter future.
Seaside adventure: Safety tips for Cox's Bazar travellers
Amidst the allure of this coastal gem, safety becomes a special issue during peak seasons like Eid, when this popular tourist destination usually swells with crowds.
Surf’s up! / Younus Ali’s dream of conquering the Californian waves
I could tell that his dream is not a dream per se, but an event that only requires time to come true.
Planning a Cox’s Bazar trip? Here are places you must visit
When one thinks of Cox's Bazar, images of the endless sandy beach kissed by the gentle waves of the sea come to mind. Here, you will equally find a tapestry of wonders – from lush jungles and parks to serene temples – there's so much more to charming Cox’s Bazar than meets the eye. As the railway service commences on the Dhaka-Cox's Bazar route, it brings with it the promise of convenience and a unique way to discover the treasures this coastal jewel holds as Cox’s Bazar has come closer to us all!
Cox's Bazar Express sets off on first journey
The Cox's Bazar Express started its maiden journey from Cox's Bazar Railway Station with 1,020 passengers
An exciting time for Cox’s Bazar
Connection to railway grid will boost local economy, tourism.
What we can do to prevent plastic from taking over our seas
In Bangladesh, the menace of plastic pollution extends beyond urban areas, affecting coastal regions as well.
Planning to travel within Bangladesh on a budget? This is what we suggest
Travelling on a budget is not everyone’s cup of tea. On this note, there is no point in disagreeing that the more you spend on a tour, the more convenient you can expect it to be. Therefore, the very first thing we propose sacrificing while planning a budget tour is convenience.
Cox’s Bazar teacher shot dead in his house
Miscreants have forced in and gunned down a primary schoolteacher and shot his brother inside his house in Cox’s Bazar’s Ramu upazila early today.
Myanmarese yaba trader killed
An alleged Myanmarese yaba smuggler was killed when a gang of Myanmarese yaba smugglers and BGB exchanged fire in the Naf river in Teknaf upazila early yesterday.
Myanmar ‘yaba trader’ killed in ‘gunfight’ in Teknaf
An alleged Myanmarese Yaba trader is killed in “gunfight” with Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) in Naf River near Teknaf upazila.
48 trafficking victims return from Myanmar
A number of 48 Bangladeshi human trafficking victims, who were rescued by Myanmar authorities from the Bay of Bengal, return home following a flag meeting between Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) and Myanmar border guards.
Bangladesh women win 2nd match by 8 wickets, seal series 2-0
Bangladesh women cricket team humbled Zimbabwe by eight wickets in the 2nd 20-over match at Cox’s Bazar stadium today and wrapped up the series 2-0.
Bodi’s trial in graft case gets go ahead
The High Court paves way for a lower court to continue graft trial proceedings against Awami League lawmaker from Cox’s Bazar Abdur Rahman Bodi.
Former UP member among 3 abducted in Cox’s Bazar
An armed gang abducts three persons, including a former union parishad member from Ramu upazila of Cox’s Bazaar early today and demanded Tk 5 lakh as ransom.
3 lakh yaba tablets seized at Teknaf border
Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) recovered three lakh yaba tablets from a fishing trawler at Shahpuri Dwip in Teknaf upazila of Cox’s Bazar last night.
2 ‘robbers’ killed in Cox’s Bazar infighting
Two alleged criminals are shot dead in a clash between two groups of robbers in Badshaghona area in Cox’s Bazar district town this afternoon, police say.
Durga Puja: BGB to guard 5 Ctg districts
The authorities have decided to deploy paramilitary BGB in Chittagong, Rangamati, Khagrachhari, Bandarban and Cox’s Bazar from today to ensure security during Durga Puja – the largest religious festival of the Hindus in the country.