Current Affairs
Dedicated department to be formed for July Warriors: Tarique Rahman
BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman has announced plans to create a separate department under the Ministry of Liberation War Affairs to ensure the welfare and proper care of July Warriors and the families of martyrs, if his party form the government in the future.
Party banned, not individual: EC Masud on Latif Siddique issue
The Election Commission (EC) has clarified that a political party has been banned, but no individual has been barred from contesting elections, effectively clearing the path for independent candidates linked to banned parties to participate.
Footage of Machado’s 'secret' evacuation from Venezuela goes viral
A US-based rescue group has released video footage showing Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado being 'secretly' evacuated from the country, shifting focus to her dramatic escape following a deadly US special operation in Caracas that left at least 83 security personnel dead, according to Venezuelan authorities.
European leaders slams Trump’s tariff threat over Greenland issue as 'unacceptable'
European leaders have strongly rebuked US President Donald Trump’s threat to impose tariffs on eight allied countries after they opposed his proposal to purchase Greenland.
Smuggler-linked protests disrupt legal mobile production in Bangladesh
Legal mobile handset manufacturers in Bangladesh are facing serious operational disruptions as protests by smuggler-backed retailers block showrooms, in some cases resorting to vandalism and attacks on staff.
Man beaten to death on suspicion of robbery in Noakhali
A young man was beaten to death in public in Kabirhat upazila of Noakhali on Saturday night after being suspected of robbery. The incident occurred around 10:00 pm on a road adjacent to Kalirhat Bazar in Narottampur Union.
Chhatra Dal stages sit-in in front of Election Commission
Bangladesh Jatiotabadi Chhatra Dal held a sit-in in front of the Election Commission (EC) headquarters in Agargaon on Sunday (January 18), protesting alleged ballot irregularities and undue influence by a specific political group in university student council elections.
ICT Prosecution files charges against Taposh, Nanak, 26 others
The prosecution on Sunday (January 18) submitted formal charges to International Crimes Tribunal-1 (ICT-1) against 28 individuals, including former Dhaka South City Corporation mayor Sheikh Fazle Noor Taposh and former minister Jahangir Kabir Nanak, in connection with crimes against humanity during the July Uprising.
Benefits of eating Amla daily in Winter
Maintaining a strong immune system is essential during winter, and adding amla (Indian gooseberry) to your daily diet can significantly support overall health. Rich in nutrients, this fruit has been valued in traditional medicine for its wide-ranging benefits.
Ireland dismiss talk of group swap with Bangladesh
Ireland have ruled out any possibility of a group reshuffle with Bangladesh in the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, amid ongoing uncertainty over Bangladesh’s participation due to security concerns.