Referendum a historic chance to prevent return of fascism: Prof Ali Riaz
Referendum a historic chance to prevent return of fascism: Prof Ali Riaz
China ready to work with elected government: Humayun Kabir
China ready to work with elected government: Humayun Kabir
Measures underway to ensure health protection of primary teachers, students
Measures underway to ensure health protection of primary teachers, students
High cost of education in private university shuts out many talented  students: Prof Abrar
High cost of education in private university shuts out many talented students: Prof Abrar
Cultural figures pay reach tribute to Khaleda Zia
Cultural figures pay reach tribute to Khaleda Zia
Forest and Tree Conservation Ordinance 2026 issued
Forest and Tree Conservation Ordinance 2026 issued
Plan underway to expand advanced laparoscopic surgery to district level: Prof PC Biswas
Shafiqul Alam mourns death of Munshi Jalal Uddin
Shafiqul Alam mourns death of Munshi Jalal Uddin
DHAKA, Jan 7, 2026 (BSS) - Chief Adviser's Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam today expressed deep shock and sorrow over the death of Additional Principal Information Officer (PIO) Munshi Jalal Uddin. In a condolence message, he prayed for eternal peace for the departed soul and conveyed heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family, according to an official handout. Munshi Jalal Uddin passed away this evening while undergoing treatment at a city hospital.
Rizwana condoles Munshi Jalal Uddin's demise
Rizwana condoles Munshi Jalal Uddin's demise
Dismissed BNP leader MA Khaleque meets Tarique Rahman
Dismissed BNP leader MA Khaleque meets Tarique Rahman
Khaleda Zia: From homemaker to Bangladesh's first female prime minister
Khaleda Zia: From homemaker to Bangladesh's first female prime minister
The untold Liberation War journey of Khaleda Zia
The untold Liberation War journey of Khaleda Zia
Khaleda Zia's policy: Balancing between left and right
Khaleda Zia's policy: Balancing between left and right
Adieu Khaleda Zia: The fearless face of Bangladesh politics
Adieu Khaleda Zia: The fearless face of Bangladesh politics
Forex reserves stand at US$33.79b
Forex reserves stand at US$33.79b
DHAKA, Jan 7, 2026 (BSS) - Bangladesh's foreign exchange reserves have stood at US$ 33.79 billion.   But, as per the International Monetary Fund (IMF) methodology under the Balance of Payments and International Investment Position Manual (BPM6), Bangladesh's foreign exchange reserves stood at $29.19 billion, according to the latest data of the Bangladesh Bank (BB) released today.  
Govt. moves to bring shares of SoEs, multinational companies in capital market
Govt. moves to bring shares of SoEs, multinational companies in capital market
70pc growth of remittance inflow till Jan 6
70pc growth of remittance inflow till Jan 6
Youth festival held in Rajbari thru various competitions 
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Rizwana condoles Munshi Jalal Uddin's demise
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JU VC, pro-BNP teachers pay homage at Khaleda Zia's grave
Forest and Tree Conservation Ordinance 2026 issued
Measures underway to ensure health protection of primary teachers, students
Anti-drug volleyball tournament concludes in Bagerhat, Burigangni clinch title
China ready to work with elected government: Humayun Kabir
Yard meetings on referendum, parliamentary election held in Morrelganj
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Mourning meeting held at BOU remembering Khaleda Zia
Mourning meeting held at BOU remembering Khaleda Zia
JU VC, pro-BNP teachers pay homage at Khaleda Zia's grave
JU VC, pro-BNP teachers pay homage at Khaleda Zia's grave
Measures underway to ensure health protection of primary teachers, students
Measures underway to ensure health protection of primary teachers, students
Over 90 pc secondary textbooks printed, nationwide distribution crosses 80 pc
Over 90 pc secondary textbooks printed, nationwide distribution crosses 80 pc
Anti-drug volleyball tournament concludes in Bagerhat, Burigangni clinch title
Anti-drug volleyball tournament concludes in Bagerhat, Burigangni clinch title
BAGERHAT, Jan 7, 2026 (BSS) - An anti-drug volleyball tournament aimed at promoting a drug-free society concluded here in the district today, with the Burigangni team emerging as champions. The final match and prize distribution ceremony were held at 10:00 am at the Sundarghona Kathaltola ground in Bagerhat Sadar upazila. The event was organized jointly by the Bagerhat District Administration and the Bagerhat Narcotics Control Department. Deputy Director of the District Narcotics Control Department Md. Mizanur Rahman presided over the programme. Bagerhat Deputy Commissioner Golam Md. Baten and Superintendent of Police Mohammad Hasan Chowdhury attended the event as special guests, among others. Speaking on the occasion, Deputy Commissioner Golam Md. Baten said that drugs destroy not only individuals but also families and society at large.  He stressed that sports play an important role in keeping the youth physically and mentally healthy and can be an effective means of building a drug-free society. In the final match, Burigangni defeated Terkhada to claim the championship title, while Terkhada finished as runners-up.  The guests later distributed trophies and prizes among the winning and runner-up teams.
Yard meetings on referendum, parliamentary election held in Morrelganj
Yard meetings on referendum, parliamentary election held in Morrelganj
Nat'l Animal Resource Week-2026 concludes in Manikganj
Nat'l Animal Resource Week-2026 concludes in Manikganj
No compromise on security of cricketers, country's dignity: Asif Nazrul
No compromise on security of cricketers, country's dignity: Asif Nazrul
We will stand firm on our decision: Bulbul
We will stand firm on our decision: Bulbul
Suddopuskorini post big win as Mim, Payel slame hat-trick
Suddopuskorini post big win as Mim, Payel slame hat-trick
Four more matches of Volleyball League held
Four more matches of Volleyball League held
Iran clashes during protests kill two people, wound 30: local media
Iran clashes during protests kill two people, wound 30: local media
     TEHRAN, Jan 7, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Clashes in southwest Iran on Wednesday killed two people and wounded 30, the Fars news agency said on the 11th day of a wave of protests in the Islamic republic. Fars reported that shopkeepers were protesting in Lordergan when "rioters began throwing stones at the police". "Among them, there were individuals with military and hunting weapons who suddenly opened fire on the police," Fars added, without specifying whether those killed were police officers or protesters.  
Lowest temperature of season drops to 6.7 degrees Celsius
Lowest temperature of season drops to 6.7 degrees Celsius
Mild cold wave sweeps parts of country, dry weather likely
Mild cold wave sweeps parts of country, dry weather likely
Mild cold wave, temperature fall, dense fog grip parts of country
Mild cold wave, temperature fall, dense fog grip parts of country
Mild cold wave continues across northern, western districts
Mild cold wave continues across northern, western districts
Mercury dips to 8 degree Celsius in Jashore
Mercury dips to 8 degree Celsius in Jashore
Dry weather, fog, slight temperature changes predicted
Dry weather, fog, slight temperature changes predicted
Lowest temperature at 9.7°C recorded in Dinajpur 
Lowest temperature at 9.7°C recorded in Dinajpur 

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Key winners at Critics Choice Awards
Key winners at Critics Choice Awards
Veteran South Korean actor Ahn Sung-ki dies at 74
Veteran South Korean actor Ahn Sung-ki dies at 74
Third 'Avatar' film passes the $1 billion mark worldwide
Third 'Avatar' film passes the $1 billion mark worldwide
Two-day 38th National Poetry Festival begins Feb 1
Two-day 38th National Poetry Festival begins Feb 1
Cold-related illnesses surge, 1,400 children treated in Khulna hospitals
Cold-related illnesses surge, 1,400 children treated in Khulna hospitals
69 fresh dengue cases detected overnight
69 fresh dengue cases detected overnight
Hepatitis B, a major cause of liver cancer: Dr Shakil Gani
Hepatitis B, a major cause of liver cancer: Dr Shakil Gani
Tourist influx peaks in Rangamati in winter season
Tourist influx peaks in Rangamati in winter season
Profitable prices encouraging Rangpur farmers to expand banana cultivation
Profitable prices encouraging Rangpur farmers to expand banana cultivation
Broccoli brings higher profits to Rajshahi farmers
Women in Satkhira achieve financial solvency
2025 warmest year on record in North Sea: German maritime agency
2025 warmest year on record in North Sea: German maritime agency
Norway sees hottest year on record in 2025
Regional temperature records broken across the world in 2025
Tourist influx peaks in Rangamati in winter season
Tourist influx peaks in Rangamati in winter season
Panchagarh's unique 'Rocks Museum' draws tourists with ancient artifacts
Idrakpur Fort of Mughal era stands as a witness to time