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The lost soul of Jatra
Today, like many traditional art forms in Bangladesh, Jatra stands on the verge of extinction. What once echoed through open fields and village fairs is now fading into memory.
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Chobi Mela XI inaugurated
The 11th edition of Chobi Mela, an international festival of photography began on Friday at five venues in Dhaka - the Bangladesh National Museum, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, Alliance Française de
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Century-old library faces extinction in Dinajpur
The historic century-old Zamindar Suresh Chandra Public Library, located on the banks of the Chhoto Jamuna River in Phulbari upazila of Dinajpur, is on the verge of extinction due to
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The little monarch of Madhabkunda
The water of Madhabkunda does not simply fall—it sparkles.
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A strategy for durable poverty reduction in Bangladesh
Bangladesh’s poverty rate declined from approximately half of the population in the 1990s to one-fifth by 2019.
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How to address the root causes of disinformation sprees
The spread of disinformation, rumour and misleading content on social media has become a critical challenge thes days, particularly ahead of the national election.
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Bangladesh
Honey collection boon for beekeepers in Rajshahi
Honey collection from mustard fields has become a boon for beekeepers in the Rajshahi region, including the vast Barind tract, improving their livelihoods and boosting rural incomes. With mustard plants
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Two confess to raping woman on moving bus
Two accused in the rape case of a woman on a moving bus in Tangail confessed to their involvement before the court on Friday.
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Media convention today against attacks on press freedom
A media convention will be held in the capital Dhaka today to protest at organised attacks on freedom of expression and democratic values and to express a collective commitment to
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Election Commission restores candidacy for 18 aspirants
On the seventh day of appeals over nomination rejections for the parliamentary polls, the Election Commission approved 18 more pleas, overturning the returning officers’ previous decisions. With the latest restorations
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Campaigning for ‘Yes’ in referendum is a state obligation: Adviser Nurjahan
Health and Family Welfare Adviser Nurjahan Begum on Friday said that campaigning in favor of a ‘Yes’ vote in the upcoming referendum is a collective obligation for the state. She
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Tutor ‘confesses’ to killing student, mother in Keraniganj over ‘NGO loan row’
A private tutor arrested in connection with the killing of a woman and her teenage daughter in Keraniganj has “confessed” to her role in the murders, which investigators say stemmed
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Memorial for ‘resolute’ Khaleda draws calls for unity
Representatives from across the social and political spectrum have urged the nation to remain united during this period of transition, invoking the late BNP chairperson Khaleda Zia’s “resolute” spirit and
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International
Security adviser meets key US officials
National security adviser Khalilur Rahman met with Allison Hooker, under-secretary of state for political affairs and Paul Kapur, assistant secretary of state at the state department in Washington DC on
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US visa suspensions: What you need to know
Visa applications for permanent US residency from 75 countries across the globe are set to be suspended on January 21, following an announcement by the Donald Trump administration on Wednesday.
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As Trump turns screws, how long can Europe play nice?
One head-spinning year down, three more to go. Buffeted by a US superpower turned hostile under Donald Trump, Europe is struggling to set red lines as its once-close ally attacks
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Iran protests abate after deadly crackdown, residents and rights group say
US allies, including Saudi Arabia and Qatar, conducted intense diplomacy with Washington this week to prevent a US strike
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The Economic Roots of Iran’s Protests
The protests that erupted in Tehran on December 28 and quickly spread across Iran were triggered by a specific grievance: the collapse of the country’s currency, the rial. Currency devaluation
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Venezuela’s Machado says she presented Trump with Nobel medal
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado said Thursday she “presented” her Nobel Peace Prize medal to Donald Trump, in a bid to win over the US president who had sidelined
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Technology
Xiaomi launches Redmi Note 15 Series in Bangladesh
Xiaomi has officially launched the Redmi Note 15 Series in Bangladesh with three new smartphones.
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Iran is out of internet for over 180 hours
Iran has experienced a nationwide internet shutdown lasting more than 180 hours, according to NetBlocks, an organisation that monitors global internet connectivity.
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Sport
Khoi Khoi's gold rush, Ridoy's return to top
BKSP clinched nine of the 14 titles across senior and junior categories.
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Glasner to leave Crystal Palace at end of the season
Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner confirmed on Friday that he will leave the Premier League club when his contract expires at the end of the season.
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ICC envoy to visit Dhaka as Bangladesh holds firm on World Cup venue stance
An International Cricket Council (ICC) representative will arrive in Dhaka on Saturday to discuss Bangladesh’s venue concerns for the T20 World Cup, marking a fresh attempt to break the deadlock
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Africa Cup of Nations commercial revenue up by 90%, says CAF
The Confederation of African Football said it has had a 90 percent increase in commercial revenue for the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, calling it “the most successful commercial
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CWAB president Mithun says he receives death threats
The crisis in Bangladesh cricket has taken a serious turn as Mohammad Mithun, President of the Cricketers' Welfare Association of Bangladesh (CWAB), said he is receiving severe threats involving physical
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Mahedi’s all-round brilliance, Shoriful’s fifer power Chattogram back to BPL summit
After a brief stumble, Chattogram Royals reasserted their authority at the top of the Bangladesh Premier League standings with a five-wicket victory over Noakhali Express at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket
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Tigresses finish T20 WC Qualifier warm-ups on high with win over Thailand
Bangladesh wrapped up their preparations for the upcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifiers on a positive note, registering a 34-run victory over Thailand in their second warm-up match at
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এককভা‌বে নির্বাচ‌নে অংশ নে‌বে চরমোনাই পী‌রের ইসলামী আন্দোলন
নানা গুঞ্জনের পর জানা গেছে, ত্রয়োদশ জাতীয় সংসদ নির্বাচনে ২৬৮টি আসনে এককভাবে প্রতিদ্বন্দ্বিতা করবে ইসলামী আন্দোলন বাংলাদেশ। জামায়াতে ইসলামী ও জাতীয় নাগরিক পার্টি (এনসিপি)-সহ ১১ দলীয় জোটে তারা থাকছে না।
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'ইসলামের পক্ষে ওয়ান বক্স নীতিতে যারা আসতে চায় তাদের জন্য দরজা খোলা'
'ইসলামের পক্ষে ওয়ান বক্স নীতিতে যারা আসতে চায় তাদের জন্য দরজা খোলা'
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Politics
IAB quits Jamaat alliance, to join polls alone
Islami Andolan Bangladesh on Friday announced that it would contest the February Jatiya Sangsad elections alone, formally opting out of the 11-party electoral alliance led by the Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, citing
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New political platform NPA launched
A new political platform ‘Network for Peoples’ Action’ was launched on Friday at Central Shaheed Minar in Dhaka city, vowing for establishing a society free from discrimination and establishing people’s
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Amal Sen’s death anniv today
The 23rd death anniversary of Tebhaga Movement leader and Workers Party of Bangladesh founding president Amal Sen will be observed today.
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Left-aligned platform NPA launched at Central Shaheed Minar
Organisers announce preliminary committee
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Business
LPG imports fall by 150,000 tonnes, cylinders unavailable even at double price
According to responsible sources at the commission, LPG imports in 2023 were 1,275,000 tonnes. In 2024, it rose to 1,610,000 tonnes. Last year, only 1,465,000 tonnes were imported.
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Three-day Circularity Workshop ‘CIRCO’ successfully completed for the first time in Bangladesh
The first-ever three-day circularity workshop titled ‘CIRCO Track’ was successfully completed in Bangladesh, highlighting the importance of reducing raw material usage through circular practices across industries, particularly in the ready-made
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Revenue control pushes Chittagong Port’s profit to 5-year high
Chittagong Port has recorded a net profit of Tk 31.43 billion in 2025, the highest in the past five years. Non-VAT and tax revenues contributed Tk 18.05 billion to the
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Editorial
Tourism does not mean entitlement
It is quite infuriating to see how Saint Martin’s Island is being destroyed not by ignorance, but by the reckless entitlement of the very public who claim to love it.
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Fire safety cannot be optional
The fire in a residential building in Uttara yesterday, which claimed three lives, is yet another reminder of how dangerously unprepared we remain when it comes to fire safety. These
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Referendum: Why the interim govt seeks a ‘Yes’ vote to win
In the run-up to the forthcoming referendum, the interim government has already begun campaigning at every level, from local to national, urging the public to cast a ‘Yes’ vote. Where
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Elections and politics: Split in Jamaat-led alliance and new electoral calculation
Observing the current state of the Jamaat alliance brings to mind the 1991 election. Ahead of that contest, the Awami League, then the most dominant force in field politics, mishandled
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Literacy, numeracy for referendums, elections
AS BANGLADESH prepares for both a national referendum and a parliamentary election in February 2026, the public conversation has largely revolved around electoral timelines, political alliances, and procedural logistics. These
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Entertainment
Bengal Boi presents ‘Poush Mela’: A celebration of Bengali heritage and the harvest season
The fair features a carefully arranged selection of stalls showcasing handcrafted goods, traditional showpieces, and local delicacies, creating a welcoming space where artisans and visitors can engage in a meaningful
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First look reveals Sophie Turner as Lara Croft in ‘Tomb Raider’
Prime Video has unveiled the first look of Sophie Turner as Lara Croft in its upcoming “Tomb Raider” adaptation, sparking lively reactions online—ranging from praise for her classic styling to
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DIFF Day 7: Ahmed Hasan Sunny's 'Ekhane Rajnoitik Alap Joruri' to screen today
The Dhaka International Film Festival has been underway since January 10 at several venues in the capital as well as at Laboni Beach Point on Cox’s Bazar sea beach. The
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AR Rahman opens up about reduced work opportunities in Hindi films
The legendary composer revealed that while he never faced discrimination during his early Bollywood career in the 1990s, recent years have presented different challenges.
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