Day: January 26, 2026
Verdict in Chankharpul Killings Case Expected Today
Dhaka: The International Crimes Tribunal-1 is set to deliver its verdict in the case concerning the killing of six individuals during the July Uprising of 2024 at Chankharpul in the capital. The decision is anticipated to be announced on Monday. The t…
HC Grants Six-Month Bail to BCL Leader Saddam on Humanitarian Grounds
Dhaka: The High Court has granted a six-month bail to Jewel Hasan Saddam, the Bagerhat Sadar upazila president of the banned Bangladesh Chhatra League (BCL), on humanitarian grounds. This decision followed the tragic deaths of his wife and nine-month-…
Govt Declares 3-Day Holiday for Election; Gazette Issued
Dhaka: The government has announced a three-day holiday to facilitate voter participation in the upcoming 13th parliamentary election. The Ministry of Public Administration issued a gazette on Sunday detailing the holiday schedule.
According to Unit…
Government Plans to Consolidate Bangladesh’s Investment Agencies
Dhaka: The interim government on Monday announced a strategic decision to merge all investment promotion agencies (IPAs) in Bangladesh, aiming to streamline procedures and enhance the country’s investor appeal. The decision was finalized during a meet…
Hajj Agencies Must Finalise Housing Arrangements by January 28: Ministry
Dhaka: The Religious Affairs Ministry has issued a directive to all lead agencies, mandating the completion of accommodation rentals for Hajj pilgrims in Makkah and Madinah by January 28. This move comes as a response to the delay faced by several age…
Natalie Portman Criticizes Oscars 2026 for Overlooking Women Filmmakers
Hollywood: Natalie Portman has criticized the Oscars 2026 for not properly recognizing women filmmakers. She raised the issue during a press conference at the Sundance Film Festival for her new film, The Gallerist.
According to United News of Bangla…
Chevron’s CSR: Rotaplast Completed 54 Life-Changing Surgeries in Sylhet
Sylhet: The Oil and Gas major Chevron sponsored a 10-day medical mission, providing free reconstructive surgeries to 54 patients, which concluded with a formal closing ceremony in Sylhet.
According to United News of Bangladesh, the initiative, marki…
France and Bangladesh Strengthen Ties Amid Global Challenges
Dhaka: France and Bangladesh are reinforcing their commitment to peace, multilateralism, and a rules-based international order, as highlighted by French Ambassador to Bangladesh Jean-Marc S©r©-Charlet. He emphasized the importance of cooperation betwe…