Jamaat finds footing in the cities

Once rooted largely in rural heartlands, the party has now made visible inroads into urban constituencies, drawing support from affluent and educated voters.
22 February 2026, 02:48 AM

Rumeen accuses BNP men of assault at Shaheed Minar

Rumeen Farhana, MP from Brahmanbaria-2, yesterday said she was obstructed and attacked while attempting to place a wreath at the Sarail Shaheed Minar during the first hour of International Mother Language Day.
22 February 2026, 02:41 AM

Ten killed in road crashes in 5 districts

At least 10 people, including three members of a family, were killed and four injured in separate road crashes in five districts over the last two days.
22 February 2026, 02:34 AM

Central shaheed minar: Shafiqur pays tribute, cites ‘state protocol’

The appearance of Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman at the Central Shaheed Minar early yesterday has sparked a debate across political and social circles, piquing interest around this “unprecedented” visit.
22 February 2026, 02:27 AM

13th Parliament to convene mid-March: Home minister

Speaker election, review of interim govt ordinances expected in first session, he says
21 February 2026, 21:16 PM

EC to observe National Voters’ Day on March 2

Says EC Senior Secretary Akhtar Ahmed
21 February 2026, 21:15 PM

Six detained outside PM Tarique Rahman’s Gulshan residence

Detainees told police they wanted to meet the prime minister
21 February 2026, 20:00 PM

It makes my heart bleed to hear them say ‘Inquilab Zindabad’: Tuku

Energy minister says slogan has no link to Bangla and reflects failure to value mother tongue and history
21 February 2026, 19:56 PM

Two AL leaders detained in Gaibandha while returning from Shaheed Minar

Police say flash procession violated ban on Awami League activities
21 February 2026, 19:15 PM
21 February 2026, 19:06 PM

'I’m not in politics to become a minister'

BNP leader and MP Gayeshwar urges colleagues not to 'console' him over cabinet posts
21 February 2026, 18:49 PM

‘If BNP doesn’t control its activists at local level, consequences will be dire’

MP Rumeen Farhana says she was nearly knocked to the ground at Sarail Shaheed Minar
21 February 2026, 18:43 PM

Minority family alleges land grab attempt, assault in Patuakhali

Press conference claims attack, looting and threats to force family to leave country; accused deny allegations
21 February 2026, 18:37 PM

If referendum verdict is not implemented, people may again choose rebellion: Jamaat leader Mujibur

'Distorted' accounts of the Language Movement and Liberation War must be corrected, he says
21 February 2026, 17:39 PM

Five killed in Kushtia road crash

Four victims identified; one remains unnamed after lorry–auto-rickshaw collision
21 February 2026, 16:09 PM

Info, water resources ministers warn against ‘mob culture’, allege hidden patronage

Swapan claims certain quarters backing unlawful activities; Anee urges all sides to step back from 'mob justice'
21 February 2026, 16:00 PM

Education system must align with job market: Milon

On language, Milon said Bangla, as the mother tongue and first language, retains its dignity
21 February 2026, 15:56 PM

PM chairs meeting on religious, social harmony

Tarique starts first day at PMO since taking office
21 February 2026, 15:26 PM

Jamaat chief cites 'state protocol' after paying tribute to language martyrs

Shafiqur Rahman first Jamaat leader in 74 years pay respect at Shaheed Minar
21 February 2026, 14:13 PM

Uttara Bou Bazar: Not a market for brides, but a hub of belonging

From fresh village produce to evening food crowds, Diabari’s hat thrives
21 February 2026, 13:41 PM