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.
Myanmarese among 7 held with 7 lakh yaba
A Myanmar national is among seven people held with 7 lakh pieces of contraband yaba tablets from Cox’s Bazar Sadar upazila this afternoon.
Good days for salt farmers
Several thousand salt producers are happy seeing profits for the first time in three years after the government took up a policy
Top human trafficker held in Cox’s Bazar
A top human trafficker is arrested by the police from Nayarpara village in Teknaf upazila.
ICC U19 World Cup: Bangladesh crush Scotland to move to quarterfinals
Bangladesh Tigers secure a huge 114-run win over Scotland to move to the quarter-finals of ICC U19 World Cup.
BCL activist killed in infighting
A Chhatra League activist was stabbed to death in an internal clash over previous enmity in the district's Ukhia upazila early yesterday.
BCL man killed in Cox’s Bazar
An activist of Bangladesh Chhatra League (BCL), the student wing of Awami League, is stabbed to death by another BCL man in Ukhiya upazila of Cox’s Bazar.
Two ‘human traffickers’ held in Teknaf
Police today has claimed arrest of two human traffickers from Teknaf upazilla of Cox’s Bazar.
Main accused held in Dhaka
Law enforcers yesterday detained the chairman of Bandarban's Naikkhangchhari upazila in connection with the 2012 arson attacks and vandalism at Buddhist temples in Ramu.
Ramu mayhem’s prime accused detained in Dhaka
Law enforcers pick up the prime accused in a case filed over 2012’s mindless communal attack on the Buddhist community at Ramu in Cox's Bazar.
Schoolteacher shot dead
Unidentified criminals shot dead a primary schoolteacher and inured his younger brother inside their house in the district's Ramu upazila early yesterday.