‘Rohingyas are not Bengalis’

Bangladesh has strongly rejected Myanmar’s recent submissions to the International Court of Justice, saying references to the Rohingyas as “Bengalis” distort history, undermine their identity, and seek to justify atrocities committed during the 2016–17 violence.
24 January 2026, 02:08 AM

‘Committed to ensuring rights of people’

Ameer of Islami Andolan Bangladesh (IAB) Mufti Syed Muhammad Rezaul Karim, popularly known as Charmonai Pir, has launched an 18-day election tour following his party’s withdrawal from Jamaat-e-Islami’s alliance ahead of the polls.
24 January 2026, 02:05 AM

Two dead teachers assigned polls duties in Jamalpur

Two deceased teachers have been assigned duties as assistant presiding officers for the 13th National Election in the Jamalpur-1 constituency (Dewanganj-Bokshiganj).
24 January 2026, 01:49 AM

278 held by joint forces in a week

Joint forces arrested 278 suspected criminals in raids carried out across the country between January 16 and January 22, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a release issued yesterday.
24 January 2026, 01:49 AM

Netrakona man killed over land

Three unnatural deaths were reported within six hours in Kalmakanda upazila of Netrakona yesterday.
24 January 2026, 01:44 AM

‘Bangladesh will not become Pakistan or Afghanistan’

Shafiqur Rahman says Bangladesh will remain Bangladesh under Jamaat rule
23 January 2026, 22:55 PM
23 January 2026, 22:53 PM

Will make politics difficult for loan defaulters: Hasnat

10-party alliance's Cumilla-4 candidate officially launches campaign
23 January 2026, 22:27 PM

Country progressed whenever BNP was in power: Tarique Rahman

BNP chairman urges Dhaka-17 voters to back sheaf of paddy in Feb 12 polls
23 January 2026, 22:17 PM

Islam, country not safe in hands of those who can deceive their allies: IAB ameer

Syed Muhammad Rezaul Karim addresses election rally in Dhaka’s Jatrabari
23 January 2026, 22:03 PM

Ctg BNP upbeat as Tarique Rahman set to address rally after 21 years

Massive preparations underway at Railway Polo Ground
23 January 2026, 21:03 PM

Will work for a Barishal that truly reflects public expectations: Mufti Faizul Karim

Islami Andolan Bangladesh leader’s campaign draws a strong public response
23 January 2026, 20:25 PM

‘You’ll not be in danger’

Fakhrul assures safety for Awami League activists not involved in wrongdoing
23 January 2026, 20:23 PM

Child abuse: Sharmin Academy manager sent to jail

Court set Jan 27 for hearing on a remand prayer by police
23 January 2026, 18:52 PM

No one has the authority to declare a Muslim an infidel: Porwar

Jamaat leader fires back at Tarique, says he could’ve asked his mother why she allied with the party
23 January 2026, 17:56 PM

North Bangladesh has long been treated like a stepchild: Jamaat ameer

Five years enough to change the face of north Bangladesh, he says in Panchagarh
23 January 2026, 16:49 PM

Feb election will set benchmark for future polls, Yunus tells US ambassador

Talks cover polls, trade tariffs, Rohingya crisis and regional diplomacy
23 January 2026, 16:05 PM

278 arrested by joint forces in a week

22 illegal firearms recovered during this period
23 January 2026, 14:53 PM

Growing surge in public opinion for ‘yes’ vote, CA’s press secretary says

Shafiqul Alam urges calm participation in polls during visit to Dhamrai shrine
23 January 2026, 14:38 PM

Two dead teachers assigned election duties in Jamalpur

Upazila election office admits 'technical error'
23 January 2026, 14:06 PM