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International No Obligation to Peace: Trump Blasts Norway After Nobel Snub

Trump has reignited his long-standing grievance with the Norwegian Nobel Committee, informing Norway’s Prime Minister that he no longer feels bound to "think purely of peace".

Politics Politics Must Focus on People’s Lives, Not Blame: Tarique Rahman

Tarique Rahman called for a fundamental shift in the nation's political culture, urging a transition from decades of confrontation to a model focused on humanitarian service and public welfare.

Politics Licensed Firearms Must Be Deposited by Jan 31 ahead of Polls

The Ministry of Home Affairs ordered that all licensed firearms be deposited at respective police stations by January 31 to ensure public safety and order during the upcoming national polls.

International US Imposes Visa Bond for Bangladeshi Nationals Effective Jan 21

Beginning January 21 this year, Bangladeshi citizens applying for US business or tourist visas (B1/B2) will be required to post a refundable security bond of up to USD15,000.

Politics Tarique Rahman Extends Support to Ailing Wife of July Uprising Martyr

Tarique Rahman has stepped forward to provide medical assistance to Firoza Akhter, the ailing wife of Shaheed Firoz Ahmed, who lost his life during the mass uprising in July-August, 2024.

Politics Majority of Incidents Involving Minority Communities in 2025 Found Non-Communal

Bangladesh has reaffirmed its commitment to addressing crime with transparency, accuracy and determination.

Politics MPO Teachers’ Alliance Sets Feb 4 Deadline for 9th National Pay Scale Gazette

The MPO-enlisted Teachers’ Nationalisation Aspirants’ Alliance issued an ultimatum to the interim government, demanding the official gazette of the 9th National Pay Scale be published by Feb 4.

Politics HC Postpones SUST Student Union Polls Ahead of National Election

The High Court has stayed the Shahjalal University of Science and Technology (SUST) Central Student Union (SUCSU) election, which was originally scheduled to take place on Tuesday.

International China Meets 5% Growth Target for 2025 Amid Property Crisis and Trade Tensions

China’s economy expanded by 5 percent in 2025, according to official data released Monday, hitting the government's annual target but marking one of its slowest growth rates in decades.

International Gold and Silver Hit Record Highs Amid Trump’s Greenland Tariff Threats

Global financial markets were thrown into turmoil on Monday as gold and silver surged to record peaks following a major escalation in trade tensions.

International Devastating Wildfires in Chile: Emergency Declared as Thousands Flee

A catastrophic wave of wildfires has swept through southern Chile, claiming at least 18 lives and forcing more than 50,000 people to evacuate their homes.

International Ex-Malaysian Immigration Official Arrested for Taking Bribes to Admit Bangladesh

Mastura Aziz (49), a former Deputy Assistant Director of Immigration at Kuala Lumpur International Airport, has been arrested for allegedly accepting bribes totaling approximately 140,000 Ringgit.

International Gaza Board Extended Membership to Cost USD 1bn: Reports

According to media reports, the Gaza "Board of Peace" draft charter requires members to contribute USD1 billion in cash to extend their membership.

Politics ICT Prosecution Files Formal Charge against Shamim Osman, Ayon Osman, 10 others

ICT filed its formal charge in a case against 12, including former Narayanganj-4 lawmaker Shamim Osman and his son Imtinan Osman Ayon alias Ayon Osman.

Politics BNP Honors Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman on 90th Birth Anniversary

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) observed the 90th birth anniversary of its founder and former President, Shaheed Ziaur Rahman, with deep respect and solemnity on Monday.

Sports FIFA World Cup Ticket Sales Begin in Bangladesh

While the FIFA World Cup is still months away, exciting news has arrived for football enthusiasts in Bangladesh.

Politics 90th Birth Anniversary of Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman Being Celebrated

The 90th birth anniversary of the architect of multi-party democracy and founder of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman, Bir Uttam, is being celebrated today.

Politics Forex Reserves Cross $32 Billion Mark

The country's total foreign exchange reserves have risen to $32.62 billion (32,624.87 million), according to the central bank.

International 21 Dead After High-Speed Trains Collide in Southern Spain

At least 21 people have been killed and at least 73 others seriously injured following a catastrophic collision between two high-speed trains in southern Spain.

International Iran Issues Stern Warning to Trump Over Alleged Plot to Kill Khamenei

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has issued a sharp warning to US President Donald Trump following the latter’s expressed desire to either assassinate or oust Iran's Supreme Leader,

International Louvre Heist Probe: What We Know

Thieves in October broke into the French capital's world-famous Louvre museum in broad daylight, escaping in under eight minutes with jewellery worth $102 million.

Sports New Zealand Scripts History with First-Ever ODI Series Win in India

New Zealand secured a historic series victory on Indian soil after defeating the hosts in the third and final ODI in Indore on Sunday (January 18).

Sports Senegal Crowned Champions After Heartbreaking, Controversial Final for Morocco

Morocco’s dream of lifting the trophy on home soil ended in heartbreak as Senegal emerged victorious in a dramatic and controversial Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final.