Current Affairs
BCB plans special tournament in place of T20 World Cup
After Bangladesh pulled out of the T20 World Cup in India over security concerns, the BCB is set to give its national stars a chance to hit back—on home turf.
Putin agreed to suspend attacks in Kyiv amid winter: Trump
US President Donald Trump has said that Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed, at his personal request, to temporarily suspend attacks on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities.
Govt refutes claims interim cabinet to remain 6 months if ‘Yes’ wins referendum
The government dismissed social media claims that a ‘Yes’ vote in the upcoming February 12 referendum would extend the interim cabinet’s tenure by six months, calling such reports baseless.
BCB plans Shakib’s return in Pakistan series
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is planning to bring back Shakib Al Hasan to the national team in the upcoming home ODI series against Pakistan in March.
Couldn’t have continued without my wife’s support: Tarique Rahman
BNP Chairperson Tarique Rahman has said his political activities would not have been possible without the support of his wife, calling her role crucial in sustaining his long political journey.
Not just Bogura, entire Bangladesh was deprived for 17 years: Tarique Rahman
BNP Chairperson Tarique Rahman has said that not only Bogura but the entire country had been deprived over the past 17 years, pledging nationwide, inclusive development if his party wins the next general election.
Niko to pay Tk516cr to Bangladesh for Tengratila gas field blasts
An international arbitration tribunal has ruled in favour of Bangladesh in the case of explosions at the Tengratila gas field, ordering Canada-based Niko Resources to pay compensation of USD 42 million (about Tk 5.16 billion).
Development to begin day after election victory: Tarique Rahman
BNP Chairperson Tarique Rahman has said development work would begin the day after the party is elected, with priority given to reducing farmers’ costs and improving transport links, particularly rail connectivity to Dhaka.
Republic employees barred from campaigning for 'Yes' or 'No' in referendum: EC
The Election Commission (EC) has said employees of the republic are not permitted to campaign in favor of either 'Yes' or 'No' in the upcoming referendum scheduled for February 12.
US ambassador calls on army chief
US Ambassador to Bangladesh Brent T Christensen paid a courtesy call on the Chief of Army Staff General Walker-uz-Zaman, at the Army Headquarters in Dhaka Cantonment.