Bangladesh’s Supreme Court has restored a nonpartisan caretaker government system for elections but says it won’t apply to the polls being held early next year

Mushfiqur Rahim marks his 100th Test cap with a century as Bangladesh take a commanding first-innings lead over Ireland in Mirpur.

Bangladesh’s capital and major cities are calm despite a call for a nationwide shutdown by supporters of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

The son and adviser of ousted Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina said on Sunday that supporters of her Awami League would block February’s national election if a ban on the party was not lifted,

KUWAIT CITY, Nov 20: Bangladesh observes 21 November as its Armed Forces Day, a date of great historical importance for the nation. Members of Bangladesh Armed Forces take deep pride in marking this occasion with ceremonies conducted in a dignified and honourable manner.

Mushfiqur Rahim feels his 20-plus years of experience in international cricket helped prepare him for the expectations, pressure and hype around his 100th Test match. Mushfiqur became the eleventh cricketer to score a century in their 100th Test, particularly important in the way he dragged the team out of trouble on the first morning.

Bangladesh are in a strong position after day one of their second Test against Ireland in Mirpur as they sit 292-4 in their first innings. Mushfiqur Rahim ended the day on 99 not out, with Litton Kumer Das, the other unbeaten batter on 47.