Rajshahi

Mangoes, memories and the magic of Rajshahi

When you grow old, you slow down your pace and seek calm. You want to be away from the hubbub of city life and live for yourself; toying with this realisation, I am in search of a quiet place to drop my anchor. I am twiddling between Rajshahi, Faridpur, and Barishal.

Locals block railway, seek train stop at Charghat

Train services on the Rajshahi–Dhaka route were briefly disrupted yesterday morning after residents of Rajshahi’s Charghat upazila staged a blockade, demanding an intercity train stop at Nandangachhi Railway Station.

Rajshahi in a day: Top spots you can't miss

Rajshahi, Bangladesh, offers a quiet getaway with historical sites like Varendra Museum, Rajshahi College, and Dhopkols. Enjoy scenic views of the Padma River and Rajshahi University’s serene campus. Avoid summer heat; pack sunscreen and water.

Apurba addresses rumours sparked by Indian media

West Bengal-based news outlet Anandabazar has recently published a report claiming that Ziaul Faruq Apurba, despite holding a valid Indian visa, missed the premiere of “Chalchitra” due to alleged death threats.  

42 all out: Sumon's hattrick helps skittle Rajshahi for lowest NCL total

Pacer Sumon Khan took seven wickets including a hattrick as Rajshahi Division were bowled out for 42 runs – the lowest in the history of National Cricket League (NCL) – against Dhaka Division today at the Shaheed Chandu Stadium on Bogura.

National Women's Cricket League to start from August 24

The National Women’s Cricket League, which will be held in T20 format keeping the upcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in mind, will get underway on August 24 at two different venues in Rajshahi.

Rajshahi’s Star Cineplex looted, vandalised

The Rajshahi branch of Star Cineplex, located in Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Hi-Tech Park, has been vandalised by unknown assailants today (August 7). The news was confirmed by the Chairman of Star Cineplex, former MP Mahboob Rahman Ruhel.

Onion seeds may get expensive for low yield

Onion seeds are often referred to as “black gold” by farmers in the Rajshahi region due to their dark shade and high market value. This stands true for the fact that when planting ran from October to early December last year, the seeds were sold at an average of Tk 5,000 per maund in the district, some 250 kilometres west of the capital.

What went right for Rajshahi?

The city's recent eye-catching developmental transformation has been a matter of curiosity for many.

July 7, 2017
July 7, 2017

More snakes in Rajshahi, Satkhira, all 202 killed

Snake culling spree continues in Bangladesh as 202 more have been killed in the districts of Satkhira and Rajshahi – many of them hatchlings recently born.

April 13, 2017
April 13, 2017

Raudha Athif murder case shifted to CID

The murder case filed over the death of Maldivian medical student and model Raudha Athif is transferred to Criminal Investigation Department (CID).

March 13, 2017
March 13, 2017

‘Militant’ arrested in Baghmara

Police in a special drive arrest a member of banned militant outfit Jagrata Muslim Janata Bangladesh (JMJB) from his residence in Baghmara upazila of Rajshahi.

March 13, 2017
March 13, 2017

‘Drug peddler’ killed in Rajshahi police firing

An alleged drug peddler is killed when police, who came under a machete attack, opened fire in Rajshahi city early today.

November 25, 2016
November 25, 2016

Sammy blitz trumps Mithun's brilliance

Rajshahi Kings' third victory kept their playoff hopes alive as skipper Darren Sammy's late-over blitz and disciplined bowling gave them a 12-run victory over league leaders Rangpur Riders

November 18, 2016
November 18, 2016

Cricket: Mohammad Nabi muscles Chittagong Vikings to 190

Mohammad Nabi hammers his highest T20 knock to muscle Chittagong Vikings to 190 for 5 after 20 overs against Rajshahi Kings led by Darren Sammy in the 16th match of Bangladesh Premier League 2016.

November 13, 2016
November 13, 2016

Sabbir ton in vain as Bulls romp

Barisal Bulls rode on their captain Mushfiqur Rahim’s majestic knock to post 192 for 4 in 20 overs against Rajshahi Kings led by Darren Sammy in the 10th match of Bangladesh Premier League 2016 at Mirpur stadium today.

November 10, 2016
November 10, 2016

Waiting for Mehedi

As wickets tumbled one after the other towards the end of yesterday's afternoon Bangladesh Premier League game, many expected Rajshahi Kings to send in Mehedi Hasan Miraz, as they were running out of batters.

November 9, 2016
November 9, 2016

All-round Mahmudullah delivers Khulna Titans narrow win

A five-wicket burst from Rajshahi Kings bowler Abul Hasan helped his side restrict Khulna Titans to 133 for 8 in 20 overs during the 3 rd match of Bangladesh Premier League at Mirpur stadium today.

November 4, 2016
November 4, 2016

Cricket: Opening game abandoned due to rain

The first match in the Bangladesh Premier League 2016 between champions Comilla Victorians and Rajshahi Kings at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Mirpur was abandoned due to incessant rain today.