Day: January 14, 2026
Win for ‘Yes’ to Ensure Discrimination-Free Bangladesh for Youths: Ali Riaz
Rangpur: Special Assistant to the Chief Adviser Professor Ali Riaz on Wednesday emphasized that voting ‘Yes’ in the upcoming referendum would be crucial in establishing a new, discrimination-free Bangladesh for the younger generation.
According to …
Traffic Chaos Grips Dhaka as Student Protests Block Key Roads
Dhaka: Dhaka witnessed severe traffic congestion on Wednesday as students of seven government colleges blocked key roads including the Science Lab intersection, demanding the promulgation of an ordinance to establish Dhaka Central University. The prot…
Feb Polls: Foreign Adviser Clarifies Visa Policy, Cautions Against Disruptive Entry
Dhaka: The government on Wednesday said it remains hopeful of a smooth transition through the national election but wants to prevent the arrival of any ‘unexpected individuals’ from abroad who may attempt to create an undesirable situation during the …
Dockyard Security Guard Fatally Stabbed by Muggers in Keraniganj
Keraniganj: A dockyard security guard was stabbed to death allegedly by muggers in the Bashundhara River View Balur Math area of South Keraniganj early Wednesday. The victim, Ahmed Dewan, 60, son of the late Mofa Dewan of South Pangaon, Keraniganj, wa…
EC Upholds BNP Candidate Monirul Haque’s Nomination for Cumilla-6
Dhaka: The Election Commission on Wednesday rejected an appeal challenging the validity of BNP-nominated candidate for Cumilla-6, Monirul Haque Chowdhury, in the upcoming national election.
According to United News of Bangladesh, independent candida…
ICC Tournament History: Teams That Declined to Tour Host Countries Due to Security Concerns
Dhaka: As the BCB and the ICC continue talks on whether Bangladesh will play their matches at the 2026 T20 World Cup in India amid security concerns, it is worth recalling other occasions when teams opted out of playing ICC events in host nations. The…
Garment Accessories Sector Achieves Record $7.45 Billion in Export Earnings for FY25: BGAPMEA
Dhaka: Bangladesh Garments Accessories and Packaging Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGAPMEA) announced a record export earning of $7.45 billion in the 2024-25 fiscal year, with around $1 billion sourced from direct exports. This significant …
Election Scheduled for February 12 Despite Misinformation: Prof Yunus Assures US Diplomats
Dhaka: Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus reaffirmed on Tuesday his government’s unwavering commitment to conducting the general election and referendum on February 12, dismissing any speculation to the contrary. He stated that the elections would proc…