International US and Bangladesh Expand Military Medical Partnership
In a significant move to bolster military medical capabilities, Bangladesh and the United States have officially expanded their cooperation in the healthcare sector.
22 Jan 2026
Politics Bangladesh Confirms T20 WC Boycott in India, Cites Security Risks
The Bangladesh government has officially ruled out sending the national cricket team to India for the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2026, citing "genuine security risks".
22 Jan 2026
Politics No Scope to Tour India for T20 World Cup: Adviser Asif Nazrul
Youth and Sports Adviser Asif Nazrul today (Thursday) said there is no possibility of Bangladesh travelling to India for the upcoming T20 World Cup, as the security situation there has not changed.
22 Jan 2026
Politics 4-Day Holiday for Industrial Workers as Govt Extends Election Break
In a significant move to ensure maximum voter turnout and maintain security for the upcoming Election 2026 and the Referendum, the Council of Advisers has approved a two-day public holiday.
22 Jan 2026
Politics Bangladesh Confirms T20 WC Boycott in India, Cites Security Risks
The Bangladesh government has officially ruled out sending the national cricket team to India for the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2026, citing "genuine security risks".
22 Jan 2026
Business Tata Group Backs Indian State Telangana’s USD 3T Vision and AI Growth at Davos
At the World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos, a Telangana delegation led by Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy presented the "Telangana Rising 2047" vision to Tata Group Chairman N. Chandrasekharan.
22 Jan 2026
International Sunil Mittal Urges India to Scale to USD 30T by 2047
Bharti Enterprises Founder stated that while India's ascent to the world's third-largest economy is inevitable, the country must significantly scale its ambitions toward a USD 30T valuation by 2047.
22 Jan 2026
International Indian PM Modi’s ‘Jhula’ Diplomacy: A Gift for the UAE President
During an official visit to India, United Arab Emirates President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan was welcomed by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his residence on Lok Kalyan Marg.
22 Jan 2026
International India Set for 6-8% Real Growth over Next Five Years: Indian Minister Vaishnaw
Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw projected that India will maintain a steady growth rate of 6% to 8% in real terms and 10% to 13% in nominal terms over the next five years.
22 Jan 2026
Business India's Madhya Pradesh Inks Multi-Sector Pacts with Maldives, NVIDIA and Sandoz
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav led a high-powered delegation to secure strategic partnerships across technology, energy, and tourism.
22 Jan 2026
Politics Tarique Rahman in Sylhet: Vows Justice, Warns Against Vote Fraud
Tarique Rahman officially launched his party's election campaign in Sylhet on Thursday, urging citizens to vote for the "Sheaf of Paddy" in the upcoming election 2026 to establish good governance.
22 Jan 2026
Culture Saraswati Puja Tomorrow, Chief Adviser Greets Hindu Community
Saraswati Puja, the festival dedicated to the Goddess of knowledge, music, art, and culture, will be celebrated across Bangladesh tomorrow (Friday) with traditional religious fervor and festivity.
22 Jan 2026
Technology Intel and AI4India to Launch ‘Inclusive AI’ Roadmap and Startup Fund in India
AI4India, in partnership with Intel India, BharatGen, and IHFC—the Technology Innovation Hub of IIT Delhi—will host the official pre-event for the India-AI Impact Summit 2026 on Friday.
22 Jan 2026
Business GIBC and Indian State Maharashtra Ink Strategic Pact to Drive Global Startups
The Global India Business Corridor (GIBC) signed a strategic MoU with the Government of Maharashtra to attract global investments and develop a sustainable startup ecosystem.
22 Jan 2026
Culture Indian State Karnataka Deputy CM Pitches Bengaluru as ‘City of the Future’
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar made a strong pitch for Bengaluru at the 56th World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, branding it the "city of the future."
22 Jan 2026
Politics Tarique Rahman Pledges Family Cards, Monthly Allowances for 4 Crore Households
Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairman Tarique Rahman has pledged to introduce family cards for four crore households should his party be elected to power.
22 Jan 2026
Politics Tarique Rahman Upholds Family Legacy at Alia Madrasa Ground
Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairman Tarique Rahman officially launched his national campaign for the upcoming 13th National Parliament Election 2026 and the Referendum in Sylhet on Thursday.
22 Jan 2026
Politics Joint Forces to be Deployed for 12 Days Around Election Period
The government has decided to deploy joint forces across the country in preparation for the upcoming 13th National Parliamentary Election and the national referendum.
22 Jan 2026
International Commonwealth to Deploy 14-Member Observer Team Led by Former Ghanaian President
The Commonwealth has announced it will send a 14-member observer mission to monitor Bangladesh’s upcoming 13th National Parliamentary Election and the national referendum on the "July Charter."
22 Jan 2026
Politics Election Campaigning Begins: Where Major Parties Stand
The countdown to the 13th National Parliamentary Election has officially begun as the Election Commission (EC) completed the allocation of symbols to candidates.
22 Jan 2026
Politics Tarique Rahman Visits Hazrat Shahjalal (Rh.) Mazar in Sylhet
BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman visited the shrine (Mazar) of Hazrat Shahjalal (Rh.) in Sylhet on Wednesday night (January 21).
22 Jan 2026
Business Gold Prices Hit Historic High in Bangladesh, Surpassing Tk2.5 Lakh per Bhori
The Bangladesh Jewellers’ Association (BAJUS) has decided to hike gold prices once again in the domestic market.
22 Jan 2026
Culture Legendary Actor Ilyas Javed Passes Away
Ilyas Javed, a legendary actor of the golden era of Bangladeshi cinema, a prominent dance director, and a life member of the Bangladesh Film Artistes' Association, has passed away.
22 Jan 2026
International Israeli Strikes in Gaza Kill 11, Including Three Journalists
Despite ongoing ceasefire efforts, Israeli military actions in Gaza have resulted in the deaths of 11 people, including three journalists, according to reports from the Gaza Health Ministry and Al Jaz
22 Jan 2026
International Multiple People Missing in New Zealand Landslip: Police
A landslide smashed into a campsite in rain-swept northern New Zealand on Thursday leaving multiple people missing, police and rescuers said.
22 Jan 2026
International Horrific Fire at Karachi Shopping Complex: 61 Dead, 30 Perish in a Single Shop
The death toll from the catastrophic fire at Gul Plaza, one of Karachi’s busiest shopping complexes, has risen to 61. In a grim discovery, rescue workers recovered 30 charred bodies from a single shop
22 Jan 2026
Politics Trump's Arctic U-Turn: No Tariffs, No Force, Just a 'Great' Deal for Greenland
U.S. President Donald Trump has backed away from threats to impose sweeping tariffs on European nations over the Greenland issue.
22 Jan 2026
Sports Fernando Heroic Puts Rajshahi into BPL Final
Sri Lankan pacer Binura Fernando claimed a career-best spell of 4-19 as Rajshahi Warriors thrashed Sylhet Titans by 12 runs in Qualifier-2 of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL),
22 Jan 2026