Current Affairs
Iran threatens to boycott World Cup draw in the US
Iran has warned it may boycott the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw event in Washington, DC, after the United States failed to issue visas for all members of its delegation.
EC trials combined election–referendum process in Dhaka mock vote
The Election Commission (EC) on Saturday (November 29) launched a full-day mock voting exercise in Dhaka to evaluate logistical and operational preparedness for holding the 13th National Election and a national referendum on the same day.
No scope to take sole decision on returning to country: Tarique Rahman
BNP’s acting chairperson Tarique R Rahman has expressed profound gratitude for the nationwide prayers and well-wishes for his critically ill mother, former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia.
BNP requests not to spread false information on Khaleda Zia's health
BNP has made a special request urging everyone not to spread any speculative or untrue information about the health condition of former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia.
Professor Hafizur Rahman Curzon released on bail
Dhaka University Law Department Professor Hafizur Rahman Curzon has been released on bail.
Government clarifies Google takedown request figures
The government has clarified the number of content removal requests sent to Google, assuring the public that no platform has been asked to delete newspaper reports or general social media content, except in cases involving defamatory misinformation.
TIB disappointed as ACC ordinance finalized dropping strategic recommendations
Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) has expressed deep anger and disappointment over the omission of important strategic recommendations from the Anti-Corruption Commission Ordinance-2025.
NASA rover records first evidence of lightning on Mars
A NASA rover has recorded evidence of lightning on Mars for the first time, its microphone picking up the sounds of tiny "zaps" whipped up by the dust storms constantly sweeping across the planet.
Human washing machine hits Japan markets
After wowing World Expo visitors, a human washing machine is now on sale in Japan, a company spokeswoman said Friday.
If necessary, I will provide detectives: Jamaat candidate tells OC
A video circulating on social media about Jamaat-e-Islami nominated candidate for Chattogram-1 (Mirsarai) constituency and Deputy Attorney General Saifur Rahman has sparked widespread discussion.