‘We’ll always stand by you’

He added that any democratic government has an obligation and responsibility towards the victims and their families.
18 January 2026, 00:00 AM

Unite to shield press freedom

Journalists yesterday slammed the government for failing to protect media houses and workers from mob violence, saying stalled reforms and bureaucratic inertia have left the press more vulnerable than ever.
18 January 2026, 00:00 AM

Affordable care must be next govt’s focus: Say health experts

As major political parties prepare to roll out their election manifestos, health experts say that ensuring quality primary healthcare for all and reducing high out-of-pocket expenditure should be their top priority.
18 January 2026, 00:00 AM

‘Jamaat-IAB split a blow to Islamists’ one-box plan’

Islami Andolan Bangladesh’s withdrawal from the Jamaat-led 11-party alliance, which aimed at mobilising Islamist votes, is set to have a negative effect on the alliance’s “one-box policy”.
18 January 2026, 00:00 AM

10-Party alliance: Jamaat to take most vacant seats after IAB exit

After weeks of drama, the Jamaat-e-Islami-led electoral alliance is now set to redistribute seats following the exit of Islami Andolan Bangladesh, ahead of the start of campaigning for the 13th parliamentary election.
18 January 2026, 00:00 AM

Rumeen Farhana locked in dispute with magistrate over electoral code

Brahmanbaria-2 independent candidate asked to stop meeting; supporter fined
17 January 2026, 23:06 PM

Faridpur-4 independent candidate ‘assaulted by BNP men’

BNP denies involvement; police investigation underway
17 January 2026, 22:35 PM

Tarique’s meeting with UK envoy: Bilateral relations, cooperation discussed

BNP chairman’s first meeting with UK high commissioner since return
17 January 2026, 22:28 PM

Bhasan Char belongs to Sandwip, not Hatiya: Land ministry

Says six mouzas of the island are part of Chattogram’s Sandwip upazila
17 January 2026, 22:01 PM

Asif Mahmud accuses BNP of acting against constitution, laws

NCP spokesperson raises concerns over candidate eligibility ahead of polls
17 January 2026, 21:52 PM

Tarique Rahman, family convey greetings to chief adviser

BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman and his family today conveyed greetings to Chief Adviser Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus
17 January 2026, 21:49 PM

Two siblings arrested along with firearms, ammo

Elder brother, also local UP chair still in hiding
17 January 2026, 21:36 PM

UK, Nepal, Bhutan envoys meet Tarique Rahman

BNP media cell member confirms separate courtesy calls
17 January 2026, 21:14 PM

Feni-1 BNP, Jamaat candidates served show-cause notices over online campaigns

Asked to appear before election investigation committee
17 January 2026, 20:56 PM

Businessman beaten to death in Gazipur, 3 detained

Preparation underway to file a case
17 January 2026, 20:13 PM

Suchitra Sen’s 12th death anniversary observed in Pabna

Discussion highlights the artiste’s life and work
17 January 2026, 19:16 PM

Dead councillor among 330 barred by CMP from entering port city

Public notice from police warns of legal action in case of violation
17 January 2026, 19:11 PM
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17 January 2026, 18:47 PM

BNP's Manjurul barred from polls, NCP's Hasnat Abdullah allowed in Cumilla-4

Decision comes following two separate appeal hearings at the EC headquarters
17 January 2026, 18:39 PM