Business Saudi Arabia Dominates as Bangladesh Hits Record USD 32.8bn Remittance in 2025
Saudi Arabia continued to be the primary destination for Bangladeshi migrant workers in 2025, according to the latest data from the Bureau of Manpower, Employment and Training (BMET).
5 Jan 2026
Politics EC Announces Timeline for Appeals Against Candidate Nomination Decisions
EC on Monday detailed the schedule for filing and resolving appeals regarding the acceptance or rejection of nomination papers for the upcoming 13th National Parliament Election 2026.
5 Jan 2026
International Bangladesh Notes with Concern over Venezuela Issue
Bangladesh expressed concern over the recent developments in Venezuela, reaffirming that diplomacy and dialogue should prevail in resolving disputes in line with the UN Charter and international law.
5 Jan 2026
Politics Chief Adviser’s Condolence Message for Begum Zia Handed to Tarique Rahman
Private Secretary to Chief Adviser Shazeeb M Khairul Islam delivered the Chief Adviser’s official condolence message for Begum Khaleda Zia to BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman.
5 Jan 2026
Crime CID Confirms Identities of 8 July Martyrs through DNA Profiling
CID today released the names and addresses of eight martyrs of the July Uprising-2024 after confirming their identities through DNA profiling and forensic examination.
5 Jan 2026
Politics Anwar Ibrahim Caps Power: Malaysia to Tabling 10-Year PM Term Limit
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced on Monday that his government will introduce legislation this year to limit the premiership to a maximum of 10 years, or two full terms.
5 Jan 2026
Entertainment Bangladesh Bans IPL Broadcasts
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has issued an immediate mandate requiring all television channels to suspend the broadcast of the IPL and its associated programming.
5 Jan 2026
Sports ICC Redraws T20 World Cup Schedule as Bangladesh Refuses to Play in India
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has reportedly begun drafting a revised schedule for the upcoming T20 World Cup following Bangladesh's formal refusal to play at designated Indian venues.
5 Jan 2026
Entertainment Abhishek, Aishwarya, and Aaradhya Spotted Together at Mumbai Airport
Putting an end to persistent split rumors, the "Power Trio" of the Bachchan family—Abhishek Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, and daughter Aaradhya—made a stylish and united return,
5 Jan 2026
Politics Probe Report Deadline Extended for 123rd Time
A Dhaka court on Monday has rescheduled the submission of the investigation report for the murder of journalist couple Sagar Sarowar and Meherun Runi to February 9, 2026.
5 Jan 2026
Sports Bangladesh’s World Cup Matches Shifted to Sri Lanka
In a major development for the upcoming T20 World Cup, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has reportedly accepted the Bangladesh Cricket Board’s (BCB) request to relocate its matches from India.
5 Jan 2026
Transport Ferry Services on Aricha-Kazirhat, Paturia-Daulatdia Resume After Fog Disruption
Ferry operations on two major river routes—Aricha-Kazirhat and Paturia-Daulatdia—have resumed on Monday after thick fog forced multi-hour suspensions to ensure passenger safety.
5 Jan 2026
Environment Cold Wave, Dense Fog Disrupt Normal Life Across Bangladesh
A mild cold wave is currently sweeping across the Rajshahi division and the districts of Dinajpur, Jashore, Chuadanga, and Kushtia, with the BMD predicting these conditions may persist.
5 Jan 2026
Environment Earthquake Jolts Sylhet Once Again
A fresh earthquake jolted Sylhet and several districts in the northeastern part of Bangladesh in the early hours of Monday (January 5).
5 Jan 2026
Politics Nomination Papers of 1,842 Candidates Valid, 723 Rejected Nationwide: EC
After scrutiny of the nomination papers by the returning officers and assistant returning officers in all 300 constituencies a total of 1,842 candidates have been declared valid for 13th Parliamentary
5 Jan 2026
Politics Appeals Over Nomination Rejection and Acceptance Begin at EC
The Election Commission (EC) has officially started receiving appeals today against the decisions of Returning Officers regarding the acceptance or rejection of nomination papers,
5 Jan 2026
Politics Tarique Rahman to Visit Bogura After 19 Years
After a long hiatus of 19 years, the Acting Chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), Tarique Rahman, is set to visit Bogura.
5 Jan 2026
Crime 3 Kidnapped Tourists Rescued in Sundarbans
Law enforcement agencies have rescued three tourists, including the owner of an eco-resort, who were kidnapped for ransom while visiting the Sundarbans from Dakop area in Khulna.
5 Jan 2026
International Venezuela Interim President Asks Trump for Balanced, 'Respectful' Relationship
Venezuela's interim president Delcy Rodriguez on Sunday called for a "balanced and respectful" relationship with the United States,
5 Jan 2026
Crime At Least 30 Killed in Gunman Attack on Nigeria Market
At least 30 people have been killed and numerous others injured after gunmen opened fire at a crowded market in Nigeria's northern Niger State.
5 Jan 2026
International 32 Cubans Killed in US Raid in Venezuela: Havana
A total of 32 Cuban nationals were killed during the US attack on Caracas that culminated in the capture of Venezuela's president Nicolas Maduro, the government in Havana said Sunday.
5 Jan 2026