Islamic University suspends two teachers, one official over Runa murder case
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Missing for 4 days, woman found dead in hospital lift shaft in Cox’s Bazar
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Reflections / Shadow of the Shah
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Jamaat for safeguarding Bangladesh’s sovereignty while pursuing economic progress
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Planned zakat distribution can reduce poverty in 10-15 years: PM
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Coast guard intensifies patrols to prevent fuel smuggling to Myanmar
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Compressor explosion at Aricha Ferry Terminal kills one
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Former DU student held over playing Mujib's March 7 speech in Chankharpul
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Police intervenes to stop 'music ban' in a Chapainawabganj village
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No fuel shortage, energy minister says amid panic buying
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Attack on Prothom Alo: Submit probe report by Mar 5
A Dhaka court yesterday asked the detectives to submit the probe report by March 5 in a case filed over vandalism and arson at the Prothom Alo office in Dhaka.
27 January 2026, 00:00 AM
39 noted citizens condemn denial of parole to Saddam
In a joint statement yesterday, 39 rights activists, legal experts and academics condemned what they described as the inhuman denial of parole to former Chhatra League leader Jewel Hossain Saddam, even after the death of his wife and child.
27 January 2026, 00:00 AM
ICT verdict brings grief, not closure, for families
For one and a half years, Sheikh Jamal Hasan counted each day, waiting for justice for his only son, Sheikh Mahdi Hasan Junaid.
27 January 2026, 00:00 AM
Publish white paper on ‘three zero’ performance
Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) has called for the publication of a white paper at the end of the interim government’s tenure to inform the public about the extent to which the government, formed under the leadership of Prof Muhammad Yunus, has fulfilled its responsibilities in line with the internationally promoted concept of “three zero”.
27 January 2026, 00:00 AM
July fighters get legal indemnity
The government has issued the July Mass Uprising (Protection and Liability Determination) Ordinance, 2026, granting legal protection and indemnity to students and people who took part in the movement that toppled the Sheikh Hasina regime in 2024.
27 January 2026, 00:00 AM
Mugging woes, new promises and a race for change
An election procession began at Mohammadpur Beribadh, passed Mockbul Hossain College in Katasur, and ended in front of the Mohammadpur bus stand.
27 January 2026, 00:00 AM
Recognising indigenous rights key to peace in CHT
Recognising indigenous peoples and addressing long-standing governance, justice, and human rights issues are essential for sustainable peace, said speakers at a discussion yesterday.
27 January 2026, 00:00 AM
Run over by train, mother, 2 children die
A mother and her two children died after being run over by a train in the Bazar Gate area of Pubail railway station in Gazipur yesterday morning.
27 January 2026, 00:00 AM
DGHS issues health directives for polls
Health authorities have issued a set of emergency instructions to be enforced nationwide from February 10 to 15 -- aimed at ensuring uninterrupted healthcare services and prompt emergency response.
27 January 2026, 00:00 AM
10 journalists injured in attack in Narsingdi
CRAB members assaulted on their way back from picnic; police arrest two suspects
26 January 2026, 23:53 PM
NCP alleges security risks, electoral code violations
Party leaders complain of attacks on NCP's Dhaka‑18 candidate
26 January 2026, 21:34 PM
Intern detained over hidden camera in female doctors’ washroom
Police intervene after protests erupt at Tangail Medical College Hospital
26 January 2026, 20:57 PM
Rare Himalayan vulture rescued in Khagrachhari
Big bird undergoing treatment following rescue
26 January 2026, 20:40 PM
Hajj 2026: Jan 28 deadline for arranging pilgrims’ accommodation in Saudi Arabia
Agencies failing to comply will have to face consequences, Religious Affairs Ministry says
26 January 2026, 20:38 PM
Bail granted, release unclear for Bagerhat BCL leader Saddam
Despite securing bail in multiple cases, he has yet to walk free
26 January 2026, 20:12 PM
Female Jamaat activists facing harassment, party tells EC
Jamaat leader alleges veil removal, phone snatching and inaction by law enforcers in multiple areas
26 January 2026, 19:51 PM
July Uprising Ordinance: Who is protected, who isn’t
A breakdown of legal indemnity, case withdrawals, and how ‘criminal misuse’ will be prosecuted
26 January 2026, 19:25 PM
Tarique warns of plot to obstruct election, urges BNP supporters to stay at polling centres
BNP chairman calls for vigilance until results are announced
26 January 2026, 19:01 PM
Mother, two children die after being run over by train in Gazipur
Police are investigating whether the incident was a suicide or an accident
26 January 2026, 18:51 PM
NCP alleges attack on Dhaka-18 candidate Adeeb in Khilkhet
Two activists injured, party says
26 January 2026, 17:28 PM