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Fair, credible polls possible with current preparations: Yunus
Counting party, postal and referendum ballots will require extra time, EC secretary says
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Hundreds of shanties gutted in midnight fire at Rohingya camp
A massive fire swept through a Rohingya refugee camp in Ukhiya during the early hours of Tuesday, leaving hundreds of families homeless as they watched their final belongings and winter
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Gunman jailed for life in killing of Japan ex-PM Abe
The gunman charged with killing Japan’s former prime minister Shinzo Abe was found guilty Wednesday and jailed for life..
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South Korean ex-PM gets 23 years jail for martial law role
Former South Korean prime minister Han Duck‑soo was sentenced to 23 years in prison on Wednesday for aiding and abetting a declaration of martial law that briefly suspended civilian rule
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UAP closed indefinitely amid protests; two faculty members dismissed
The University of Asia Pacific (UAP) has been closed indefinitely following student protests over allegations of "hurting religious sentiments," which led to the dismissal of two faculty members.
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Inter-bank bond purchases: What are the risks?
Recent experiences of depositors have highlighted the significant challenges individuals face when a bank encounters financial instability. Consequently, understanding the financial health of institutions within the banking sector has become
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Japan restarts world’s biggest nuclear plant
The world’s biggest nuclear power plant was restarted Wednesday for the first time since the 2011 Fukushima disaster, its Japanese operator said..
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Bangladesh
China’s influence, election in focus as new US ambassador sets out Bangladesh agenda
Brent Christensen says the US will not back any political side
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Govt to provide Tk 10m more to Osman Hadi’s family
The government will provide an additional Tk 10 million to the family of Shaheed Sharif Osman bin Hadi, convener of the Inqilab Moncho, to support their livelihood. Earlier, on Tuesday,
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US will work with whoever wins the election in Bangladesh
Brent Christensen, the ambassador of the United States in Dhaka has said the United States will work with whomever wins the election in Bangladesh scheduled for 12 February. He said,
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Court issues warrant of arrest against five officials of Unilever Bangladesh over a fraud case
A Dhaka court has issued warrant of arrest against five officials of Unilever Bangladesh after the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) submitted an investigation report finding prima facie evidence in the
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Additional Tk 106,000 crore required to implement proposed new pay scale
Govt currently spends Tk 131,000 crore on employees and pensioners, Pay Commission chair says
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Ex-caretaker govt adviser M Hafizuddin Khan no more
Death was due to old-age complications
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International
Trump lands in Davos to push Greenland claims
US President Donald Trump touched down in a tense Davos on Wednesday to give an “America First” speech that will push his world-shaking bid to seize control of Greenland. Trump’s
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US envoy in Bangladesh raises concerns over ‘broader Chinese influence’ in South Asia
United States ambassador to Bangladesh Brent T Christensen said on Wednesday in Dhaka that he was concerned about broader Chinese influence in South Asia.
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EU chief: In raw power world, Europe must shed traditional caution
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen warned Wednesday the 27-nation bloc must move faster to boost its economy and defenses, faced with a new world order defined by “raw power.”
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With monitors and lawsuits, Pakistanis fight for clean air
With pollution in Pakistan hitting record highs in recent years, citizens clutching air monitors and legal papers are taking the fight for clean air into their own hands. More than
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Trump heads for Davos maelstrom over Greenland
Trump insists mineral-rich Greenland is vital for US and NATO security against Russia and China
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World's biggest nuclear plant to restart Wednesday: Japan power company
Tokyo Electric Power (TEPCO) said in a statement.
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Trump’s plane returning to air base after ‘minor’ electrical issue: White House
US President Donald Trump’s plane was forced to return to an air base late Tuesday due to a “minor electrical issue” shortly after departing for Switzerland, the White House said.
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Technology
Xiaomi launches Redmi Note 15 series in Bangladesh
Xiaomi has officially unveiled the Redmi Note 15 Series in Bangladesh, introducing three new smartphones—Redmi Note 15 Pro+ 5G, Redmi Note 15 5G, and Redmi Note 15—designed to deliver powerful
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Gen Z leads workforce anxiety over AI, survey finds
Younger workers are the ones most concerned about AI affecting their jobs, according to a global survey by recruitment firm Randstad.
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ChatGPT to predict age, restrict content for minors
OpenAI has begun rolling out an age prediction system for ChatGPT to identify accounts likely belonging to users under 18 and apply additional safety features.
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NASA reveals new photo of dying star
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has captured a new, detailed view of the Helix Nebula, a structure of gas created by a dying star, located 650 light-years from Earth.
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Sport
T20 World Cup: ICC rejects Bangladesh's relocation request
The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday upheld the previous schedule for the upcoming T20 World Cup, co-hosted by Sri Lanka and India from February 7.
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Neesham, Fernando power Rajshahi into BPL final with thrilling win over Sylhet
All-rounder Jimmy Neesham and pacer Binura Fernando produced decisive performances as Rajshahi Warriors sealed a thrilling 12-run victory over Sylhet Titans in the second qualifier of the Bangladesh Premier League
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Why Bangladesh’s request was not accepted, ICC explains
The tenth T20 World Cup will begin on 7 February. The ICC said that “it was not feasible to make changes so close to the tournament.”
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Steve Waugh targets cricket's 'last great frontier' with European T20 venture
Former Australia captain Steve Waugh is seeking to conquer cricket's "last great frontier" as one of the investors in a new European T20 franchise competition set to feature Steve Smith
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Senegal to get bonuses, land for Africa Cup of Nations win
Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has offered bonuses of more than $130,000 as well as plots of coastal land to each member of the country’s soccer team following their victory
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Suryakumar's form in focus as India-NZ T20I series begins
India skipper Suryakumar Yadav said on Tuesday he would not change his style of batting as he bids to stop an alarming slump in form heading into the T20 World
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Alcaraz comes good after shaky start to make Australian Open third round
Six-time Grand Slam winner Carlos Alcaraz was put through his paces by German journeyman Yannick Hanfmann on Wednesday before swatting him aside to book his place in the Australian Open
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Politics
Tarique to launch electioneering from Sylhet today
Bangladesh Nationalist Party chairman Tarique Rahman is set to formally launch his election campaign from Sylhet today, with plans to address seven consecutive public rallies in a single day.
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BNP expels 62 leaders for defying party directives ahead of polls
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party has expelled 62 leaders nationwide for engaging in activities deemed contrary to the party’s policy, ideology and organisational discipline.
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Former info state minister Abu Sayeed joins BNP
Former state minister for information Abu Sayeed on Wednesday joined the Bangladesh Nationalist Party.
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Leaders of 7 political parties, DRU meet Tarique
Leaders of seven political parties, including Bangladesh Jatiya Party, met Bangladesh Nationalist Partychairman Tarique Rahman on Wednesday and discussed the country’s overall situation and electoral issues.
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Hefazat congratulates IAB for quitting Jamaat-led alliance
Hefazat-e-Islam Bangladesh on Wednesday congratulated Islami Andolan Bangladesh and its amir Syed Rezaul Karim for quitting the Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami–led electoral alliance.
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Business
Brokers’ association seeks overhaul of outdated DSE classifications
The DSE Brokers Association of Bangladesh made the demand through a letter to the BSEC chairman
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Taxes, penalties for not filing income tax returns on time
Individuals who have obtained income tax registration must file income tax returns within the stipulated time for each tax year,
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Govt to procure 30,000 tonnes fertilizer, 27.1m litres of soybean oil
The government on Wednesday approved separate proposals for procuring some 30,000 tonnes of urea fertilizer and more than 27.1 million liters of soybean oil to meet the growing demand for
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Editorial
Icon of economic diplomacy
IT IS both relevant and important to recall roles of personalities who put in their best efforts to ensure fairness and justice to responsibilities entrusted on them. Both in public
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Stern action needed against lawlessness in remote hills
THE killing of a Rapid Action Battalion member marks a disturbing escalation in lawlessness pervading Jungle Salimpur, a remote area at Sitakunda in Chattogram. During a routine operation, the law
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Mobilised in protest, marginalised in power
THE nomination lists for Bangladesh’s upcoming national election, scheduled for February 12, 2026, have punctured much of the optimism that followed the July uprising. Despite repeated commitments under the July
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Geopolitical game India playing behind T20 World Cup
Cricket romantics describe the game as a "gentleman's game," where boundaries are marked with ropes and not barbed wire, and where bat and ball are the only weapons. However, times
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Academic freedom cannot fall prey to intolerance
We are deeply troubled by the dismissal of two teachers at the University of Asia Pacific following student protests. That the allegations -- that they disrespected religion and were sympathetic
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Entertainment
Bangladeshi TV series draws viewers in Pakistan as well
A Bangladeshi television drama has crossed borders, gaining attention among Pakistani viewers alongside its growing popularity at home. Titled “Eta Amaderi Golpo” (This Is Our Story), the series was created
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Jatra festival finale returns to Shilpakala
The finale opens today (Wednesday), January 21, at 6:30 pm at the Experimental Theatre Hall of Shilpakala Academy. Urmi Opera from Mohammadpur, Magura, will stage “Premer Shomadhi Tire”. The play
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Akshay Kumar safe after convoy vehicle accident in Mumbai
A vehicle from Akshay Kumar’s convoy was involved in a road accident on Monday night in Mumbai’s Juhu area. The actor and his wife Twinkle Khanna were travelling in a
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Desh Natok to restage ‘Darpane Sharatshashi’ in tribute to theatre legends
“Darpane Sharatshashi” was written by Manoj Mitra and originally directed by Aly Zaker, two towering figures of Bangla theatre. The 1992 staging became historic for its rare collaboration between Desh
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