Bangladesh

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Tarique slams ‘ticket to heaven’ pledge

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NCP’s only goal is to win, form govt

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IAB promises justice, equal opportunities

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CHILD ABUSE / Sharmin Academy founding principal, manager sued

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Polls pledges: Cost of Living / News Analysis: What may cash aid actually mean?

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Govt salary hike questionable amid spending concerns

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Airlines cheer as surcharges slashed

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NEIR Launch Protest: Most mobile phone shops stay shut for 3rd day

Most mobile phone shops across the country remained closed for the third consecutive day yesterday in protest against the launch of the National Equipment Identity Register (NEIR) system.

3 January 2026, 21:27 PM

Aim to hand over power to elected govt soon: Touhid

The interim government aims to hand over state power to the elected government as soon as possible after the February 12 election, Foreign Adviser Md Touhid Hossain said yesterday, dismissing any notion of external pressure over the polls.

3 January 2026, 21:26 PM

DITF to boost exports, economic activities

Highlighting the importance of economic stability and growth, Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus has expressed optimism that the 30th Dhaka International Trade Fair (DITF) 2026 will help expand economic activity, create jobs and strengthen Bangladesh’s exports.

3 January 2026, 21:26 PM

E-rickshaws rolled out on trial basis

The government yesterday launched e-rickshaws in Dhaka on an experimental basis, aiming to bring the city’s rickshaw sector under a disciplined and regulated framework.

3 January 2026, 21:25 PM

Rebels a cause of headache for BNP

BNP’s fight in the national election is shaping up on two fronts: against rival parties outside and against rebel contenders within, threatening to split its vote base.

3 January 2026, 21:00 PM

Minority leaders meet Tarique, submit eight-point demand for polls manifesto

Delegation also conveys condolences over Khaleda Zia’s death

3 January 2026, 18:18 PM

SAD leader detained in Habiganj over controversial remarks

Police say further legal action is under process

3 January 2026, 18:13 PM

Prabal, Mujibur gear up for ‘Mission Seven Summit’

Mountaineers Prabal Barman and AKM Mujibur Rahman are gearing up for scaling the highest peaks on all seven continents under “Mission Seven Summit”.

3 January 2026, 18:00 PM

Prime University: Anwar Kamal Pasha trustee board chair

Anwar Kamal Pasha was re-elected as the chairman of the board of trustees of Prime University Trust for the next two years (2026, 2027) through election at

3 January 2026, 18:00 PM

Man killed in wild elephant attack

A man was killed in an attack by a wild elephant in Naikhyangchhari upazila of Bandarban yesterday morning.

3 January 2026, 18:00 PM

February 12 polls: ROs cancel about 220 nominations

Returning officers yesterday upheld the nomination papers of top leaders from three major political parties -- the BNP, Jamaat and the National Citizen Party (NCP) -- after scrutiny, while declaring about 220 nominations invalid.

3 January 2026, 18:00 PM

BDR explosives case: 161 languish in jail as trial drags on

For the family of ex-BDR member Mollah Sayeed Hossain, the wait for his release is likely to get longer.

3 January 2026, 18:00 PM

The north shivers in cold

Although the temperature rose slightly yesterday compared to the past three days, dense fog and cold winds blowing continuously from the north disrupted daily life across northern districts, including Panchagarh and Thakurgaon.

3 January 2026, 18:00 PM