A final farewell at Jashore jail gate

As evening fell yesterday, an ambulance stopped at the gate of Jashore Central Jail, carrying the bodies of a young woman and her nine-month-old child.
25 January 2026, 02:52 AM

Postal ballots must reach ROs by 4:30pm on polling day: EC

The Election Commission yesterday said postal ballots for the national elections and referendum will be counted only if they reach the returning officer by 4:30pm on polling day, February 12.
25 January 2026, 02:36 AM

Jailed BCL leader bids final farewell to wife, infant son at Jashore prison

Bodies brought to jail as inmate allowed to see wife and child one last time
25 January 2026, 01:43 AM

Hadi’s brother files GD seeking family security

Omar Bin Hadi cites threats and fear of attacks following Hadi’s killing
24 January 2026, 22:49 PM

Bangladesh Labour Party joins Jamaat-led electoral alliance

Alliance grows back to 11 parties ahead of elections
24 January 2026, 21:52 PM

Jamaat deputy chief says ‘family card’ is fake

NCP’s Hasnat cautions against attempts to seize polling centres
24 January 2026, 21:40 PM

Nine-month-old baby and mother found dead in Bagerhat

Police file murder case over infant’s death as investigation continues
24 January 2026, 20:36 PM

BNP leader shot on Thursday in Keraniganj dies at hospital

He had suffered a gunshot wound to the right side of his abdomen
24 January 2026, 19:17 PM

Slain BNP leader Farid's daughter demands justice in tears

Says, she could not speak to her father anymore
24 January 2026, 19:00 PM

Tarique says law and order, corruption top priorities

BNP chair touches on family cards covering everyone
24 January 2026, 17:53 PM

Digital education crucial in preventing online harassment: Zaima Rahman

Setting up community desks could play an effective role, she says
24 January 2026, 17:09 PM

Bangladesh, Costa Rica eye opening new avenues for strengthening ties

Ambassador Mushfiqul meets president, vice president of Costa Rica
24 January 2026, 16:41 PM

Jamaat ameer pledges security, dignity for women at home, workplaces

Shafiqur Rahman also outlines youth employment at Bogura rally
24 January 2026, 16:11 PM

Cops use tear gas, sound grenades on protesting garment workers in Gazipur

Both sides claim injuries; factory shut indefinitely for security reasons
24 January 2026, 16:02 PM

Tarique Rahman to launch second phase of BNP campaign from Chattogram

BNP chair to depart Dhaka by air at 7:35pm today
24 January 2026, 14:48 PM

Postal ballots must reach returning officers by 4:30pm on polling day: EC

Commission urges postal voters to submit ballots early to ensure inclusion in February 12 count
24 January 2026, 13:14 PM

Butcher murdered and dismembered in Chattogram; woman arrested

Police say the killing followed a dispute linked to an extramarital relationship
24 January 2026, 13:07 PM

Swechchhasebak Dal leader Musabbir killed over extortion feud in Karwan Bazar: DMP

Says multiple syndicates control extortion rackets in Karwan Bazar; five suspects arrested so far
24 January 2026, 12:35 PM

Jamaat ameer promises ‘agri-based capital’ for North Bengal if alliance wins power

Shafiqur says reviving rivers will drive agriculture, livelihoods and regional renewal
24 January 2026, 12:04 PM

Saraswati Puja: DU, JnU mandaps spotlight attacks on media houses

The Saraswati Puja celebration of Dhaka University’s Department of Mass Communication and Journalism, held at Jagannath Hall yesterday, featured the themes of mob violence and arson attacks on Bangladeshi media houses.
24 January 2026, 05:03 AM