Business World Bank Issues 4.6% GDP Growth Forecast for Bangladesh
The World Bank has released its latest projections for Bangladesh's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth.
14 Jan 2026
International Iran Suppresses Protests; Government Supporters Reclaim Streets
The Iranian administration has largely brought the largest anti-government protests in decades under control.
14 Jan 2026
Sports Jamal Bhuyan Wants to See Brazil Lift the World Cup Trophy
Following a three-day tour of Delhi and Guwahati in India, the FIFA World Cup Trophy arrived in Dhaka this morning.
14 Jan 2026
International Crane Collapses onto Moving Train in Thailand, 22 Dead
At least 22 people were killed and at least 30 others injured in a horrific accident in Thailand's Nakhon Ratchasima province on Wednesday morning.
14 Jan 2026
International China Logs Record Trade Surplus in 2025 Amid Trump Tariffs
China's trade has reached a "new historical high" in 2025 and Beijing plans to 'open more' in 2026 as Trump's tariffs force producers to push their products in alternative markets.
14 Jan 2026
International FIFA World Cup Trophy Arrives in Bangladesh Amid Great Fanfare
With only a few months remaining until the FIFA World Cup kicks off in the USA, Canada, and Mexico, the iconic solid-gold trophy has arrived in Bangladesh, sparking immense excitement,
14 Jan 2026
Politics Tarique Rahman Meets With Rickshaw and Van Drivers' Grievances
Tarique Rahman, Chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), held a meeting with rickshaw, van, and auto-rickshaw drivers to hear firsthand accounts of their daily struggles.
14 Jan 2026
Culture Mirza Fakhrul Pledges Justice for 'Every Single Murder' in Emotional Post
Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has shared an emotional post on social media calling for the trial of those responsible for the deaths of student and,
14 Jan 2026
Business Boeing Annual Orders Top Airbus for First Time since 2018
Boeing secured orders for nearly 1,200 commercial planes last year, topping European rival Airbus for the first time since 2018, according to figures released Tuesday.
14 Jan 2026
International Russia Issues Sharp Warning Over Potential Military Action Against Iran
Russia has condemned renewed threats of military action against Iran, labeling them "completely unacceptable."
14 Jan 2026
Environment 2025 was the Third Warmest Year on Record
Droughts, hurricanes and wildfires are becoming the new normal. Global temperatures have shattered records for more than a decade.
14 Jan 2026
International Trump Warns of 'Very Strong Action' if Iran Hangs Protesters
US President Donald Trump warned Tuesday of unspecified "very strong action" if Iranian authorities go ahead with threatened hangings of some protesters, with Tehran calling American warnings,
14 Jan 2026
International US Court Challenge to 'Forced Sale' of Venezuela Oil Company
Representatives of Venezuela's state oil company PDVSA said Tuesday they had appealed the US-forced sale of its prized Houston-based subsidiary Citgo to pay off creditors.
14 Jan 2026
Education 50th BCS Preliminary Exam Set for Jan 30; PSC Issues Strict Guidelines
The 50th Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS) preliminary examination is scheduled to take place nationwide on Friday, January 30.
14 Jan 2026
Politics Court Orders Seizure of Saifuzzaman’s 327 Overseas Properties
A Dhaka court has ordered the seizure of 327 houses and apartments owned by Saifuzzaman Chowdhury Javed, the former Land Minister of the ousted Awami League government,
14 Jan 2026
Sports BCB Remains Firm Despite ICC Request to Play T20 World Cup in India
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has reiterated its refusal to send the national team to India for the upcoming T20 World Cup, maintaining its stance during a high-level meeting,
14 Jan 2026
