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Cultural issues ignored in polls manifestos: activists
Cultural activists said that political leaders ignored cultural activism, a neglect reflected in the political parties’ manifestos for the forthcoming national election scheduled on Thursday.
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JS POLLS: Cultural activists for govt’s neutrality
Cultural activists on Monday demanded complete neutrality from the government in the forthcoming national polls scheduled to be held on Thursday.
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BB officials protest, demand BB autonomy
Bangladesh Bank officials on Monday staged a demonstration on the central bank premises, voicing frustration over the failure to approve a proposed amendment to the Bangladesh Bank Order that they
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RMG exports to major destinations plunge
Bangladesh’s ready-made garment exports to the major destinations plunged further in the first seven months of the current financial year 2025–26 amid persistent domestic and global challenges...
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BB keeps MPS tight to counter ‘sticky’ inflation
Bangladesh Bank has kept its policy rate unchanged at 10 per cent, reinforcing a tight monetary stance as the country has been grappling with ‘sticky’ inflation, remaining above 8 per
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Bangladesh
NCT deal with UAE firm: SC fixes Feb 15 for hearing petition against HC verdict
The hearing was deferred as the matter may require a lengthy hearing
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Public exams cut to five subjects under proposed secondary reforms
Draft report urges universal schooling to Class 12, delayed stream division and academic calendar reform
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13th parliament Election campaigning concludes for candidates
Election Commission announced on Monday that campaigning by political parties would stop at 7:30 am on 10 February, exactly 48 hours before polling.
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Tangail’s 8 seats: Discomfort mounts for ‘heavyweight’ candidates
In some constituencies, independent candidates are reportedly ahead of BNP-nominated candidates in mobilising public support. Towards the end of campaign period, they are adopting various strategies to win local votes
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BNP will build safe, self-reliant country
Acknowledging shortcomings while in power earlier, BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman, in an address to the nation yesterday, apologised to the people, saying his party has learned from past mistakes and
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Campaigning draws to a close
The curtain has fallen on 20 days of intense electioneering as Bangladesh heads into its 13th national parliamentary polls on Thursday, a pivotal moment of democratic transition marked by cautious
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February 12 election / Disinformation swarms social media
Pro-Jamaat pages far ahead in count, engagement; BNP, AL trail
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International
As AI enters the operating room, reports arise of botched surgeries and misidentified body parts
Medical device makers have been rushing to add AI to their products. While proponents say the new technology will revolutionize medicine, regulators are receiving a rising number of claims of
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JICA online photo exhibition showcases Bangladesh development
JICA Bangladesh has announced the winners of its national-level photography contest, My Bangladesh My Development, on Sunday, and has unveiled a curated online exhibition showcasing 21 photographs that give an
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30 killed in Nigeria road accident
At least 30 people have been killed and an unspecified number injured in a road accident in northwest Nigeria, authorities said. The accident occurred on Sunday in Kwanar Barde in
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Japan PM Takaichi basks in historic election triumph
Japanese Premier Sanae Takaichi said Monday that the public saw an “urgent need” for major reform after a historic election landslide, pledging to boost the country’s defenses in order to
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Thailand’s Anutin rides wave of nationalism to election victory
Thailand’s caretaker premier Anutin Charnvirakul was preparing for coalition talks Monday after his conservative Bhumjaithai Party surged to a stunning election victory on a wave of nationalism. The pro-military and
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Iran deepens crackdown following mass protests
Iran arrested a prominent reformist, local media reported on Monday, deepening a crackdown on dissent following mass protests that posed one of the greatest challenges to the Islamic Republic since
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Venezuela's Machado says ally 'kidnapped' after his release
Machado claimed that her close ally had been "kidnapped" in the capital Caracas by armed men "dressed in civilian clothes" who took him away by force
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Technology
Notepad++ targeted by Chinese-linked hackers
The popular Notepad++ code editing software was compromised by a Chinese-linked cyberespionage group, which hijacked its software update system to deliver malware to select users, the program's developer and security
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Musk plans to build a self-sustaining city on the moon
Elon Musk has stated that his rocket company SpaceX will now prioritise building a self-sustaining city on the moon within the next decade, putting its long-held goal of reaching Mars
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Forget gig apps, this platform lets AI agents hire humans
RentAHuman.ai is a new platform where humans register to be hired by AI agents to complete tasks in the physical world.
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Sport
Robot dogs to help Mexican police at 2026 World Cup
The four-legged robots are designed to enter dangerous areas and broadcast live video back to security forces, who can watch before taking action during the football tournament.
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Top shooter Kamrunnahar Koly banned for one year
Koly was temporarily suspended in early January for allegedly violating the national team training camp’s code of conduct.
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ICC T20 World Cup: Pakistan to play India after boycott called off
Pakistan’s government on Monday directed the country’s cricket team to play India in the ICC T20 World Cup on 15 February in Colombo, ending a week-long stand-off. The decision came
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Rajshahi resume title push as WFL returns
Rajshahi will be without the Nepalese duo Bimala BK and Dipa Shahi, who left Dhaka shortly after the eighth round concluded on January 27.
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India-Pakistan match back on, saving ICC $174 million: Reports
The loss would have included damages related to broadcasters, gate receipts, and sponsorships. A source stated that the cumulative financial impact of a boycott would have been around $174 million
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Talks keep Pakistan-India match alive
The outcome of the tripartite discussions between Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), International Cricket Council (ICC) and Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) in Lahore on Sunday is yet to be officially disclosed,
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আলোচিত
জামায়াত প্রতারক দল, তারা একজন মুক্তিযোদ্ধাকে ভাড়া করে এনেছে: সালাহউদ্দিন আহমদ
সালাহউদ্দিন আহমদ বলেছেন, জামায়াতে ইসলামী প্রতারক দল। এই দল দেশের স্বাধীনতায় বিশ্বাস করে না। তাদের মুখে আবার নতুন করে মুক্তিযুদ্ধের বয়ান শুনতে হচ্ছে।
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চট্টগ্রাম বন্দরে ধর্মঘট প্রত্যাহারের পরদিন আটক আন্দোলনের সমন্বয়ক
চট্টগ্রাম বন্দর রক্ষা সংগ্রাম পরিষদের সমন্বয়ক ইব্রাহিম খোকনকে আটক করেছে পুলিশ। সোমবার সন্ধ্যায় চট্টগ্রাম বন্দর এলাকা থেকে তাকে আটক করা হয়। বন্দরে চলমান লাগাতার ধর্মঘট কর্মসূচি প্রত্যাহারের পরপরই তাকে আটক
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মতামত জামায়াতের ইশতেহার: অরাজকতার বিরুদ্ধে ‘ফাঁপা জিহাদের’ বুলি
জামায়াতের ৯০ পৃষ্ঠার নির্বাচনী ইশতেহার পড়লে প্রথম যে বিষয়টি চোখে পড়ে, তা হলো অস্পষ্ট সাধারণ কথার আধিক্য। এসব গড় বক্তব্যের ভেতর যে কয়েকটি পরিষ্কার অবস্থান পাওয়া যায়, সেগুলোর অনেকটাই উদ্বেগজনক
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ঋতুস্রাব চলাকালীন শুটিংয়ের কঠিন অভিজ্ঞতার কথা জানালেন আয়েশা খান - DesheBideshe
ঢাকা, ৯ ফেব্রুয়ারি – রণবীর সিং অভিনীত ধুরন্ধর সিনেমার গান শরারত বর্তমানে পার্টিগুলোতে ব্যাপক জনপ্রিয়তা পেয়েছে। এই গানে অভিনেত্রী ক্রিস্টাল ডি সুজার সঙ্গে পারফর্ম করেছেন আয়েশা খান। সম্প্রতি তিনি জানিয়েছেন
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গণভোটে ‘হ্যাঁ’ জয়ী হলে দেশে আর অপশাসন ফিরবে না: প্রধান উপদেষ্টা - DesheBideshe
ঢাকা, ৯ ফেব্রুয়ারি – প্রধান উপদেষ্টা অধ্যাপক ড. মুহাম্মদ ইউনূস বলেছেন, আসন্ন গণভোটে ‘হ্যাঁ’ ভোট জয়ী হলে দেশ পাল্টে যাবে এবং দেশে আর অপশাসন ফিরে আসবে না। তিনি মন্তব্য করেন,
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তারেক রহমান জাতীয় সরকারে আপনাদের সন্তানকে মন্ত্রী করার প্রতিশ্রুতি দিয়েছেন - DesheBideshe
পটুয়াখালী, ৯ ফেব্রুয়ারি - গণঅধিকার পরিষদের সভাপতি ও পটুয়াখালী-৩ (দশমিনা–গলাচিপা) আসনে বিএনপি সমর্থিত সংসদ সদস্য প্রার্থী নুরুল হক নুর বলেছেন, তিনি যদি এই আসন থেকে নির্বাচন না করতেন, তাহলে অনেক
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ভোট কারচুপির কোনো সুযোগ নেই বলে জানালেন ডিএমপি কমিশনার - DesheBideshe
ঢাকা, ৯ ফেব্রুয়ারি - নির্বাচন নিয়ে কোনো ধরনের শঙ্কা নেই বলে জানিয়েছেন ঢাকা মহানগর পুলিশের (ডিএমপি) কমিশনার শেখ মো. সাজ্জাত আলী। সোমবার (৯ জানুয়ারি) ডিএমপির মিডিয়া সেন্টারে ত্রয়োদশ জাতীয় সংসদ
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একাই ইরানে হামলা করতে চায় ইসরাইল
ইরানের সঙ্গে যুক্তরাষ্ট্রের উত্তেজনা তুঙ্গে। ইসলামি প্রজাতন্ত্রের ভূমিতে হামলা করার জন্য আরব সাগরে যুদ্ধবিমানবাহী রণতরী আব্রাহাম লিংকন এবং বেশ কয়েকটি ডেস্ট্রয়ার
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Politics
NCP chief Nahid’s candidature challenged over dual citizenship allegation
Jatiya Party candidate for the Dhaka-11 constituency Shameem Ahmed on Sunday filed a writ petition challenging the candidacy of National Citizen Party chief and rival candidate Nahid Islam, alleging that
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Tarique says sorry for mistakes if any
Bangladesh Nationalist Party chairman Tarique Rahman on Monday sought votes from the people to build a safe and democratic Bangladesh based on what the party learnt from mistakes made during
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Business
Bangladesh to buy $15b of energy products over 15 years in US trade deal
The deal also includes $3.5b worth of agricultural items, Boeing jets from Washington
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Oil drifts lower as traders weigh supply risks amid US–Iran tensions
Brent crude oil futures were down 18 cents, or 0.26 percent, at $68.85 a barrel by 0353 GMT
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How to manage unexpected need for cash during extended election holiday
The key to avoiding a cash crunch during consecutive holidays lies in early preparation and proper use of digital services.
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Editorial
Awami League remains present in its absence in this election
As the interim government has banned its activities through an executive order, Awami League, one of the country’s major political parties, will not be able to contest the 12 February
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A coherent political vision is key to empowering local government
With the parliamentary elections only a few days away, a legitimate question is whether the political parties participating have a clear vision about the future of local government in Bangladesh.
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Guard the ballot: Why February 12 vote must not be stolen
It is said that the best argument against democracy is a five-minute conversation with the average voter.
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Endless-scrolling world and the slow death of deep thinking
Last week, I reheated my coffee for the third time. The oven wasn’t the problem. I just kept getting pulled into Instagram reels. Pretty funny, but there are many messages
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Stop the inflow of illegal arms
The government must take urgent measures to maintain poll-time law and order
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Entertainment
Moushumi starrer ‘Ordhangini’ opts for YouTube release after theatre setback
Despite repeated efforts to engage distributors in Bangladesh, the director said he received no positive response. The film is now scheduled to premiere before Eid on the YouTube channel BDFilms
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A confluence of classical dance at Chhayanaut Festival
Dhaka, February 7, 2026 — On Saturday evening, Chhayanaut organised its much-anticipated Dance Festival at the Chhayanaut Auditorium. Held on 24 Magh 1432 at 6:15 pm (Bangladesh time), the programme
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