January 16, 2026

Asif Nazrul Stresses Embracing Khaleda Zia’s Legacy

Dhaka: Recalling the life of three-time former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia, Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Adviser Dr Asif Nazrul said, “For Bangladesh to thrive, it must recognise and embrace her legacy.” Speaking at a civic memorial mee…

EC Approves 18 Appeals on Seventh Day of Hearings

Dhaka: The Election Commission (EC) today approved 18 appeals on the seventh day of hearings challenging Returning Officers’ decisions on nomination papers for the 13th National Parliament elections.

According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, EC sou…

RNPP to Play Groundbreaking Role in Power Sector: Salehuddin

Dhaka: Science and Technology Adviser Salehuddin Ahmed today expressed his hope that the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant (RNPP) will play a groundbreaking role in the national power sector. ‘With completion of this project, it will play a significant role…

ACC Seizes Tk 2,398 Crore in Assets from 43 Influential Persons

Dhaka: The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC), acting on court directives, has seized and frozen assets worth approximately Taka 2,398 crore from 43 individuals, including influential figures such as Beximco Vice Chairman Salman F Rahman, S Alam Group C…

Citizens’ Condolence Meeting in Memory of Khaleda Zia Underway

Dhaka: A citizens’ condolence gathering in memory of three-time former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia is currently underway in the city. BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman is present at this civic gathering at the South Plaza of the National Parliament Building …

Adilur Urges People to Vote ‘Yes’ in Referendum

Bandarban: Housing and Public Works and Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Adviser Adilur Rahman Khan today urged people to vote ‘Yes’ in Referendum 2026. “I urged everyone to vote ‘Yes’ in the referendum in favour of the July Nation…

Historic ‘Amtala 52 Gate’ at DMCH Reopens After 40 Years

Dhaka: After nearly four decades, Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH) authorities have reopened the historic ‘Amtala 52 Gate’, a site deeply connected with the memories of the 1952 Language Movement. The gate was opened to the public this morning.