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Kabita Utsab begins with hope of secular democratic country
The two-day Jatiya Kabita Utsab 2026 began on Sunday at the Central Shaheed Minar with the hope for a free and fair election and a democratic, non-sectarian country with good
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Ukraine war talks delayed to Wednesday: Zelensky
A second round of talks between Russian, Ukrainian and US officials on a US-drafted plan to end the nearly four-year Ukraine war will begin on Wednesday, instead of on Sunday,
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200 feared dead in DR Congo landslide
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s government said on Sunday it feared ‘at least 200 dead’ in a ‘massive’ landslide that struck a militia-held mine in the country’s east.
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Khamenei says recent anti-govt protests akin to ‘coup’
Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said Sunday that recent anti-government protests that saw killings and vandalism were akin to ‘a coup’.
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Trump says India will buy oil from Venezuela
US president Donald Trump told reporters Saturday on Air Force One that India would buy Venezuelan oil as opposed to buying it from Iran...
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University students protest remark on working women posted from Jamaat ameer’s X account
Demonstrators call the comment offensive, reject hack claim and demand public apology
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Bangladesh
Chattogram port operations stall over NCT deal
Negotiations are underway over a long-term concession agreement to operate the New Mooring Container Terminal (NCT) with DP World, a port operator from the United Arab Emirates.
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78 female candidates, majority highly educated, 65pc working women
The number of female candidates in the thirteenth national parliamentary election is 78. Apart from them, there is one candidate from the hijra community. Examination of the affidavits submitted to
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Women candidates take streets, reaching out to voters door to door
Sanjida Islam, Tasnim Jara, Rumeen Farhana, Manisha Chakraborty, Sabira Sultana and Jui Chakma, along with many other women candidates, are tirelessly traversing the electoral field
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Jamaat ameer’s X account posts anti-women remarks
The comment against women allegedly made from the verified X account of Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman has triggered widespread debate and criticism both online and offline.
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‘Jamaat will establish US, Indian types of justice’: Says IAB chief
Coming down heavily on Jamaat-e-Islami, Islami Andolan Bangladesh (IAB) Ameer Syed Muhammad Rezaul Karim yesterday said Jamaat plans to hold “secret meetings” with the US and India to implement “their
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SHOOTING AT LEMON: Trace RAB officers involved: HC
The High Court on Sunday directed the authorities to trace seven Rapid Action Battalion-8 officials involved in the shooting of Md Lemon Hossen in Jhalakati in 2011 and submit their
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International
Japan says rare earth found in sediment retrieved on deep-sea mission
Japan says the mission was the world's first bid to tap deep sea rare earths at such a depth.
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Israel says partially reopened Gaza's Rafah crossing
Israel partially reopened the Rafah crossing between the devastated Gaza Strip and Egypt on Sunday, following months of appeals from aid groups, though access is limited to pedestrians.
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200 feared dead in DR Congo landslide: government
The Democratic Republic of Congo's government said on Sunday it feared "at least 200 dead" in a "massive" landslide that struck a militia-held mine in the country's east
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Western feminists’ silence over abuse of Palestinians in Israeli prisons condemned
Sixty-eight Bangladeshi women rights activists have condemned the silence and complicity of mainstream western feminists over sexual abuse and torture of Palestinians in Israeli prisons.
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Iran warns of ‘regional war’ if US attacks
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei yesterday warned of a “regional war” if the United States attacked following heavy military deployments by Washington in the Gulf.
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Ukraine thanks Musk for blocking Russia’s Starlink use
Ukraine’s defence minister yesterday thanked Elon Musk after the US tycoon said efforts to stop Russia from using Starlink satellites for drone attacks seemed to have worked.
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India dismisses Epstein file reference to Modi as baseless
India on Friday firmly rejected any insinuation of wrongdoing after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s name appeared in a reference contained in newly released files from the United States Department of
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Technology
Google launches Project Genie, AI world builder
Google has launched an experimental prototype called Project Genie, which allows users to create and explore interactive digital worlds generated by artificial intelligence.
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Jobs of the week
Here are our picks for jobs of the week. Check out the article for more details.
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Steps to stop Russia from using Starlink seem to have worked, Musk says
Elon Musk said that measures taken by SpaceX to prevent the unauthorised use of its Starlink satellite internet service by Russia appeared to be effective, amid concerns that the technology
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Nvidia to make ‘huge’ investment in OpenAI: CEO Huang
Nvidia plans to make what its chief executive, Jensen Huang, described as a “huge” investment in OpenAI, signalling continued backing for the ChatGPT maker, according to a recent report by
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Sport
Arsenal secure biggest-ever prize in women’s club football
The European champions edged out the challenge of the Brazilian underdogs thanks to Caitlin Foord's winner to collect a $2.3 million payout
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Legendary goalkeeper Ranjit Das passes away at 94
In discussions about Bangladesh’s top goalkeepers in the post-independence era, names like Shantoo, Mohsin, and Aminul often dominate. But before independence, there was one undisputed name: Ranjit Das.
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BOA to send 202 athletes to Asian Games, resumes full training role
The decision was made at the BOA executive committee meeting held in Trishal, Mymensingh on Sunday, following the foundation stone ceremony of the proposed Bangladesh Olympic Complex.
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Not preparing for a World Cup but smiles return
“Nothing much, just preparing for the football World Cup.” That was Bangladesh middle-order batter Tawhid Hridoy’s playful post on his official Facebook page yesterday, posted alongside a picture of national
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Man City stunned as Solanke's scorpion kick earns Tottenham a draw
Dominic Solanke's breathtaking scorpion kick delivered a major blow to Manchester City's Premier League title bid as Tottenham fought back from two goals down to draw 2-2 on Sunday.
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আলোচিত
এদের হাতে দেশের দায়িত্ব দিলে এই দেশের অস্তিত্বই রাখবে না: জামায়াত আমির
একটা দল রাষ্ট্রক্ষমতায় গেলে দেশের অস্তিত্ব রাখবে না বলে মন্তব্য করেছেন জামায়াতে ইসলামীর আমির শফিকুর রহমান।
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নারীর নেতৃত্ব কোরআনের পরিপন্থী: জামায়াতের মহিলা বিভাগের সেক্রেটারি
জামায়াতে ইসলামীর মহিলা বিভাগের সেক্রেটারি নুরুন্নেসা সিদ্দীকা বলেছেন, ‘নারীরা জামায়াতের শীর্ষ পদে আসতে পারবেন না—এটি মেনেই আমরা রাজনীতি করি’। রোববার (১ ফেব্রুয়ারি) রাজধানীর আগারগাঁওয়ে নির্বাচন কমিশন ভবনে সাংবাদিকদের সঙ্গে কথা
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‘জামায়াত এভিডেন্সসহ তাদের ক্ল্যারিফিকেশন দিয়েছে এবং আমি এটা বিশ্বাস করেছি’
জামায়াতে ইসলামীর আমির শফিকুর রহমানের ভেরিফায়েড এক্স (সাবেক টুইটার) অ্যাকাউন্ট থেকে কর্মজীবী নারীদের বিষয়ে দেওয়া একটি পোস্ট ঘিরে ব্যাপক আলোচনা-সমালোচনার মধ্যে তিনি ও তার দল দাবি করেছেন, শনিবার বিকেলে স্বল্প
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ক্রিকেটের স্বার্থের পরিপন্থী! পাকিস্তানের ভারত-ম‍্যাচ বয়কটে প্রথম প্রতিক্রিয়া আইসিসির, জয় শাহেরা হুঁশিয়ারি দিলেন নকভিদের
পাকিস্তানকে কার্যত হুঁশিয়ারি দিয়ে আইসিসি বলেছে, জাতীয় নীতি নির্ধারণের ক্ষেত্রে সরকারের ভূমিকাকে তারা সম্মান করে, কিন্তু পাকিস্তানের সিদ্ধান্ত ক্রিকেটের স্বার্থের পরিপন্থী।
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হাসান ফেরদৌসের কলাম জামায়াতের আমির ঠিক বলেননি...
বাংলাদেশ জামায়াতে ইসলামীর আমির শফিকুর রহমান আল–জাজিরার সঙ্গে এক সাক্ষাৎকারে জানিয়েছেন, কখনো একজন নারী তাঁর দলের প্রধান হতে পারবেন না। কেন?
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বিশ্বকাপে সুযোগ না পেয়ে নতুন টি-টোয়েন্টি প্রতিযোগিতা শুরু করছে বাংলাদেশ! বিশ্রাম পাবেন না লিটন-শান্তেরা
টি-টোয়েন্টি বিশ্বকাপ খেলা হবে না বাংলাদেশের ক্রিকেটারেরা। সেই সময় লিটন দাস, নাজমুল হোসেন শান্তদের জন্য নতুন টি-টোয়েন্টি প্রতিযোগিতা আয়োজনের সিদ্ধান্ত নিয়েছে বাংলাদেশ ক্রিকেট বোর্ড।
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Politics
Rajshahi-2 AB Party candidate seeks security over alleged threats
An Amar Bangladesh Party candidate contesting the national elections for the Rajshahi 2 constituency has sought administrative protection, alleging threats and attempts to obstruct his election campaign.
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Business
Oil tumbles on Iran hopes, precious metals hit by stronger dollar
Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Sunday likened the recent protests to a "coup" and warned that a US attack would trigger a broad conflict.
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Chattogram port operations nearly halted as workers continue strike over NCT lease
Port activities to remain suspended from 8am to 4pm for a third day amid protests
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Cantonment Public College wins IUB–Drishti Chattogram inter-college debate
Abul Momen said individuals must cultivate a questioning mindset and develop the capacity to evaluate whether questions are being answered properly.
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Editorial
Media reform cannot be treated as an afterthought
It is rather disappointing how the interim government’s final attempt at media reform has left behind more questions than answers. By rushing through draft ordinances that ignored the recommendations of
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Doing more for our agriculture
There can be no questioning the fact that in the most densely populated large nation on the planet, our farmers, and the agriculture sector at large, remain the most important
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Failed governance is killing our wetlands. We must act fast
Across centuries, people of the haor region lived by the cycle of water for generations, rather than by the calendar.
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The NCP manifesto: Bold on youth, silent on inclusion
Globally, there is a never-ending debate over whether voters are driven more by policies or personalities. In Bangladesh, where most political parties are leader-centric rather than bottom-up democratic organisations, experience
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Online campaigning: Urgent vigilance needed over AI-generated videos
As the 13th national parliamentary election draws closer, confusion and anxiety surrounding campaigning on social media are intensifying. The use of artificial intelligence to create fake videos or deepfakes, as
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Entertainment
Kendrick Lamar, Bad Bunny, Lady Gaga win early at Grammys
Lamar took four trophies including best rap album, while Lady Gaga won for best dance pop recording and Bad Bunny snapped up a gramophone for best global music performance
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Dalai Lama wins first Grammy at 90 for spoken-word album
Tibetan spiritual leader His Holiness the Dalai Lama has won his first-ever Grammy Award at the age of 90, earning global recognition for his spoken-word album “Meditations: The Reflections of
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Bad Bunny says 'ICE out' during Grammy awards acceptance speech
Puerto Rican rapper Bad Bunny used his first televised acceptance speech at the 2026 Grammy awards on Monday to sharply criticize US immigration authorities, declaring “ICE out” to denounce federal
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DIMFF opens with focus on storytelling over technology
The Dhaka International Mobile Film Festival (DIMFF) 2026 kicked off on Saturday (January 31) with a clear message: mobile filmmaking is no longer a novelty, but a legitimate and growing
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Life style
Arkology: Intelligent design for a sophisticated urban life
From the moment you step through its grand, double-height entrance, you are greeted by a harmonious fusion of timeless elegance and modern innovation.
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These 3 skincare trends are changing beauty routines fast
Revolutionize your daily regimen by embracing skinimalism and high-performance hybrid formulas. Prioritize skin barrier health using essential ceramides and niacinamide to achieve radiant results. These sustainable, science-backed trends ensure efficient
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