Govt staff cannot campaign for 'Yes' or 'No' in referendum: EC Sanaullah
Govt staff cannot campaign for 'Yes' or 'No' in referendum: EC Sanaullah
CA emphasises continuing Bangladesh, China cooperation
CA emphasises continuing Bangladesh, China cooperation
20 lakh overseas job seekers register names
20 lakh overseas job seekers register names
'Govt staff not to take part in 'Yes-No' campaigning in the referendum'
'Govt staff not to take part in 'Yes-No' campaigning in the referendum'
Bangladesh approves withdrawal of declaration under CAT article 14(1)
Bangladesh approves withdrawal of declaration under CAT article 14(1)
Bangladesh to open mission in Guyana
Bangladesh to open mission in Guyana
Chuadanga-2 Islami Andolan candidate Hasanuzzaman pledges to work for building farmers-friendly state
Tarique Rahman urges to stand by persons with disabilities
Tarique Rahman urges to stand by persons with disabilities
BOGURA, Jan 30, 2026 (BSS) - BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman today called on everyone to stand by persons with disabilities and special needs in their respective positions. He made the call while speaking at a wheelchair distribution program organized by CSF Global on behalf of Dr. Zubaida Rahman at Naz Garden in Bogura city this noon. "If opportunities are provided for persons with disabilities, they can participate in society like everyone else. They are valuable members of our community with many talents," he said. At the event, Dr. Zubaida Rahman lauded CSF Global's initiative and emphasized the importance of planned political and social efforts to engage children and adolescents in health, education, and sports, helping them grow into responsible citizens. Before the wheelchair distribution, persons with special needs shared their views and performed songs.  BNP Chairman's Advisor Advocate Mahbubur Rahman, District BNP President Rezaul Karim Badsha, Acting General Secretary Mosharraf Hossain, along with other party leaders and activists, attended the programme. After the event, Tarique Rahman visited Baitur Rahman Central Mosque to offer Jummah prayers before departing for Rangpur.
EU election observer team holds meeting with Patuakhali-4 candidate
EU election observer team holds meeting with Patuakhali-4 candidate
RAB rescues kidnapped child within 24hrs, arrests prime accused
RAB rescues kidnapped child within 24hrs, arrests prime accused
Govt to construct 1000-bed hospital in Nilphamari
Govt to construct 1000-bed hospital in Nilphamari
Feb 12 elections will set a standard for future polls: CA
Feb 12 elections will set a standard for future polls: CA
July Uprising Memorial Museum will show path to nation: CA
July Uprising Memorial Museum will show path to nation: CA
Majority of incidents involving minority communities in 2025 found non-communal: police report
Majority of incidents involving minority communities in 2025 found non-communal: police report
Hungary posts 0.3% GDP growth ahead of April election
Hungary posts 0.3% GDP growth ahead of April election
BUDAPEST, Jan 30, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Hungary's economy grew 0.3 percent last year, statistical office KSH said Friday, confirming a sluggish performance as Prime Minister Viktor Orban gears up for a contested re-election bid. The nationalist leader, who is seen trailing behind the opposition in polls ahead of the April election, had promised an economic "flying start" for 2025, with the government originally forecasting a 3.4 percent growth. But the export-oriented central European country of 9.5 million has been severely impacted by declining external demand amid global trade disruptions. "Compared to 2024, the Hungarian economy essentially stagnated last year," said Orsolya Nyeste, an economist at Erste Bank. But she predicted a return to stronger growth this year "thanks to a revival in external demand and an improving European economy". "Overall, we expect annual GDP growth of two percent in 2026, but the risks are skewed to the downside, as the lack of momentum at the end of last year is also casting a shadow over this year's growth prospects," she said. In November, industrial production declined to a level not seen since the height of the Covid-19 pandemic five years ago. Economy Minister Marton Nagy blamed the tepid growth on the fallout from the war in Ukraine, as well as "weak EU competitiveness, and weak external demand". In a Facebook post, he said the government had offset these factors "by stimulating domestic demand; without this, the economy would have fallen into recession". The government has adopted a series of substantial welfare measures in recent months, including heating subsidies, six-month bonus pay to law enforcement officials, and tax exemptions to some mothers. Economists have said the spending measures could pose a substantial budgetary challenge going forward.
21 lakh tons of consumer goods await unloading at Ctg port
21 lakh tons of consumer goods await unloading at Ctg port
Bangladesh pushes coordination reforms to boost investment, trade efficiency
Bangladesh pushes coordination reforms to boost investment, trade efficiency
3 martyr families in Sunamganj satisfied with Sheikh Hasina's verdict
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Engineering education must contribute to sustainable development: RUET VC
Engineering education must contribute to sustainable development: RUET VC
Two-day winter festival begins at BRUR
Two-day winter festival begins at BRUR
7 KU students to join Sakura Science Exchange Programme in Japan
7 KU students to join Sakura Science Exchange Programme in Japan
Canadian Regina University VC calls on DU VC
Canadian Regina University VC calls on DU VC
1 killed in motorcycle collision in Bagerhat
1 killed in motorcycle collision in Bagerhat
BAGERHAT, Jan 30, 2026 (BSS) - A man was killed in a reckless motorcycle collision in Mollahat upazila of Bagerhat district on Thursday night. The deceased, Hafizur Sheikh, 42, was a resident of Rajpat village in the upazila. The accident took place in the Rajpat area near Madrasa Ghat. According to Mollahat Highway Police Station Officer-in-Charge Asaduzzaman, Hafizur Sheikh was crossing the highway to return home on his motorcycle when another motorcycle, traveling at high speed, struck him. He sustained serious injuries. Locals rushed him to Fakirhat Upazila Health Complex, where the on-duty doctor declared him dead. Police have arrested the motorcycle rider, MD Akbar Morol, 35, from Depara area of Fakirhat upazila, along with the motorcycle. A case has been filed against him.
BGB tightens security along Rajshahi Border ahead national polls
BGB tightens security along Rajshahi Border ahead national polls
Two criminals held in Khulna
Two criminals held in Khulna
Bangladesh face Bhutan in SAFF U-19 Women's Championship tomorrow 
Bangladesh face Bhutan in SAFF U-19 Women's Championship tomorrow 
National Cup Chess begins tomorrow 
National Cup Chess begins tomorrow 
Peers and Gadecki retain Australian Open mixed-doubles crown
Peers and Gadecki retain Australian Open mixed-doubles crown
Arsenal seek fun factor as Frank searches for home comforts
Arsenal seek fun factor as Frank searches for home comforts
One sentenced to death, eight to life in Ctg murder case
One sentenced to death, eight to life in Ctg murder case
CHATTOGRAM, Jan 29, 2026 (BSS): A Chattogram court today sentenced one person to death and eight others to life imprisonment in a 25-year-old murder case of Anwara upazila in the district. Chattogram Divisional Speedy Trial Tribunal Judge Md Zahidul Haque delivered the verdict this afternoon. The condemned convict is Monirul Haque, while those sentenced to life imprisonment are Saiful Haque, Badrul Haque, Azizul Haque, Abdul Razzak, Md Rafiq, Choyadul Haque, Babul Haque and Md Hasan. All are residents of Boalia village under Anwara upazila. The court also fined each of the eight life-term convicts Tk 50,000, with an additional six months' imprisonment in default. Confirming the verdict, Tribunal Public Prosecutor S.U.M. Nurul Islam said the case dates back to July 7, 2000, when the accused attacked Nur Ahmed and Nurul Anwar with sharp weapons while they were clearing grass from their land at Boalia village. Nur Ahmed later died at Chattogram Medical College Hospital. Victim's elder brother Md Nasim, who was also injured in the attack, filed a murder case with Anwara Police Station against 11 people. According to the prosecution, laborers hired by Nasim were clearing grass on the disputed land when the accused arrived in a pre-planned manner and opened fire to scare them. Hearing the gunshots, Nurul Anwar and neighbor Nur Ahmed rushed to the spot and were hacked, leaving them critically injured. After investigation, police submitted charge sheets against 11 accused. The trial began on March 22, 2004, and the court recorded testimonies of 13 witnesses.  
Intel shares plunge on earnings expectations
Intel shares plunge on earnings expectations
NASA astronaut stuck in space for nine months retires
NASA astronaut stuck in space for nine months retires
US regulator appeals Meta's court victory in monopoly case
US regulator appeals Meta's court victory in monopoly case
Social media sites block 4.7 million underage accounts in Australia
Social media sites block 4.7 million underage accounts in Australia
Seven-day BRRI research review workshop begins in Gazipur
Seven-day BRRI research review workshop begins in Gazipur
GPU Cloud, PaaS launched to strengthen Digital Public Infrastructure
GPU Cloud, PaaS launched to strengthen Digital Public Infrastructure
Venezuelans regain access to social network X after yearlong block
Venezuelans regain access to social network X after yearlong block

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140 disinformation identified in 73 Indian media about Bangladesh in 2025 
140 disinformation identified in 73 Indian media about Bangladesh in 2025 
Bangladesh targeted 140 disinformation across 73 Indian news outlets in 2025: Rumor Scanner 
Bangladesh targeted 140 disinformation across 73 Indian news outlets in 2025: Rumor Scanner 
Rumor Scanner identifies viral fake photocard targeting political sentiment
Rumor Scanner identifies viral fake photocard targeting political sentiment
BanglaFact rejects communal linkage over grocer Sarat murder
BanglaFact rejects communal linkage over grocer Sarat murder
Kendrick Lamar, Bad Bunny, Lady Gaga face off at Grammys
Kendrick Lamar, Bad Bunny, Lady Gaga face off at Grammys
Thirty get National Film Award-2023
Thirty get National Film Award-2023
'Come more often!' Mexico leader urges K-pop stars BTS on sold-out tour
'Come more often!' Mexico leader urges K-pop stars BTS on sold-out tour
BGB DG inaugurates St. Martin, Teknaf sea-beach border outposts
BGB DG inaugurates St. Martin, Teknaf sea-beach border outposts
Minnesota Somalis organize house call care amid ICE raid fears
Minnesota Somalis organize house call care amid ICE raid fears
Nurjahan calls for increased NGO activities in health sector
25 more dengue patients hospitalized in 24 hours
Munshiganj potato farmers hope for profits as cultivation exceeds target
Munshiganj potato farmers hope for profits as cultivation exceeds target
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World not ready for rise in extreme heat, scientists say
World not ready for rise in extreme heat, scientists say
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Massive winter storm sweeps across US bringing ice, frigid temps