International First US Corn Shipment Since 2018 Arrives in Bangladesh
The US Embassy in Dhaka marked a significant trade milestone on Wednesday as the first shipment of American corn to arrive in Bangladesh since 2018 docked at Chittagong Port.
8 Jan 2026
Business Fire Guts Jhut Scrap Warehouses in Gazipur
A devastating fire broke out on Thursday afternoon in the Dewaliabari area of Konabari, Gazipur, engulfing several warehouses containing "jhut" (garment scrap).
8 Jan 2026
Politics Bangladesh and EU Finalize Text for Historic Comprehensive Partnership Agreement
Bangladesh and EU have successfully finalized the text of the Comprehensive Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (PCA).
8 Jan 2026
Entertainment Vijay’s ‘Jana Nayagan’ Faces International Delay
The international release of South Indian star Vijay’s highly anticipated film, Jana Nayagan, has been officially postponed in several key markets, including UK, US, Canada and Malaysia.
8 Jan 2026
International Israel Condemns Syria Over Aleppo Attacks on Kurds
On Thursday, Israel formally condemned the Syrian government for launching military strikes against the Kurdish community in Aleppo.
8 Jan 2026
International US Talk of Greenland Grab Already Damaging NATO
The idea that Washington would militarily intervene in an ally nation has previously been considered unthinkable. The Trump administration is forcing NATO to use its imagination.
8 Jan 2026
Politics Arguments in Plot Scam Case against Sheikh Hasina, Tulip, 16 Others on Jan 13
A Dhaka court set Jan 13 for placing arguments in a case against 18 people, including ousted PM Sheikh Hasina and her nieces Tulip Siddiq and Azmina Siddiq.
8 Jan 2026
Politics IO's Testimony Continues in Case against Sheikh Hasina, Radwan and16 Others
IO in a case against 18 people, including ousted PM Sheikh Hasina and her nephew Radwan Mujib Siddiq, over alleged irregularities in the allocation of a 10-katha plot under the RAJUK New Town Project,
8 Jan 2026
Politics Salahuddin: Tarique Rahman’s Northern Tour is Homage, Not Code Violation
Salahuddin Ahmed stated that BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman’s upcoming tour of the northern region is a mission of homage, not a violation of the election code of conduct.
8 Jan 2026
Politics CEC Vows Polls Will Be Free From 'Stage-Managed' Practices
CEC stated that the upcoming 13th National Parliament Election 2026 and the Referendum will be free from the 'stage-managed' practices of the past, promising a level playing field for all contestants.
8 Jan 2026
Politics Shibir-Backed 'Odomyo Jobian Oikko' Wins VP, GS and AGS Positions
JnUCSU elections, candidates supported by Islami Chhatra Shibir swept the top three leadership positions: Vice President (VP), General Secretary (GS) and Assistant General Secretary (AGS).
8 Jan 2026
International Trump Changes Tone, Invites Colombia's Petro to White House
Donald Trump and Gustavo Petro spoke on the phone amid tensions between their countries.
8 Jan 2026
International Trump Administration to Dictate Venezuela Police, Manage Oil Sales Indefinitely
The administration of US President Donald Trump announced its intention to direct the governance of Venezuela’s interim leadership.
8 Jan 2026
Politics Tarique Rahman to Visit Martyr Abu Sayeed’s Grave During 4-Day Northern Tour
Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman is scheduled to visit the grave of July martyr Abu Sayeed in his native village of Babanpur, Pirganj next Monday.
8 Jan 2026
Transport Biman Begins Direct Dhaka–Karachi Flights Jan 29
Biman Bangladesh Airlines will launch direct flights on the Dhaka–Karachi–Dhaka route from January 29, restoring direct air connectivity between Bangladesh and Pakistan after more than a decade.
8 Jan 2026
Business CA Orders Establishment of Independent Power and Energy Research Institute
Professor Muhammad Yunus, Chief Adviser of the Interim Government, has directed the creation of a separate, independent institution dedicated to power and energy research.
8 Jan 2026
Politics Jatiotabadi Swecchasebak Dal Leader Shot Dead in Dhaka
Unidentified assailants have shot and killed a leader of the Jatiotabadi Swecchasebak Dal (the volunteer wing of the BNP) in the Green Road area of Panthapath in the capital.
8 Jan 2026
Crime Residential House Razed in Shariatpur Bomb Blast; Youth Killed
A powerful bomb explosion has completely destroyed a residential house in the Jajira upazila of Shariatpur, leaving one young man dead.
8 Jan 2026
Business US Visa Rules Tighten for Bangladeshis; New Policy Effective Soon
The Trump administration has tightened visa procedures for citizens of 38 countries, including Bangladesh.
8 Jan 2026
International US to Control Venezuelan Oil 'Indefinitely' Under New Trump Admin Deal
The United States has announced that it will control the extraction and sale of Venezuelan oil "indefinitely."
8 Jan 2026
International Trump Orders Withdrawal from 66 Intl. Organizations, Including UN Agencies
The United States has initiated the process of withdrawing from approximately 66 international organizations and agencies, including several high-profile United Nations bodies.
8 Jan 2026
International Trump Could Target Khamenei if Crackdown Continues
In a sharp escalation of rhetoric, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham has issued a direct warning to the Iranian leadership, stating that President Donald Trump could target Supreme Leader,
8 Jan 2026
Sports Raphinha Scores Twice as Barcelona Thrashes Bilbao to Reach Final
Barcelona dominated Athletic Bilbao in the Spanish Super Cup semi-final, putting on a goal-scoring clinic to secure their place in the tournament's final.
8 Jan 2026