All News
Schitt's Creek and Home Alone star Catherine O'Hara dies
08:24 AM, 31 Jan 2026 SaturdayCatherine O'Hara, the comedic actress best known for her starring roles in the Home Alone and Beetlejuice films, as well as her Emmy-winning turn in Schitt's Creek, has died aged 71.
NCP sticks to reform agenda despite Jamaat alliance: Nahid
09:48 PM, 30 Jan 2026 FridayNational Citizen Party (NCP) Convener Nahid Islam on Friday, January 30, said the party has not retreated from its own reform agenda despite joining the 11-party alliance led by Jamaat-e-Islami for the upcoming national elections.
Syrian govt, Kurdish forces reach truce deal
09:30 PM, 30 Jan 2026 FridayThe Syrian government and Kurdish-led forces have reached an agreement to extend a fragile ceasefire into a permanent truce, laying a framework for integrating Kurdish forces into the state and ending nearly a month of fighting.
People to participate in election spontaneously: EC Sanaullah
09:09 PM, 30 Jan 2026 FridayElection Commissioner Abul Fazal Muhammad Sanaullah has expressed optimism about the upcoming polls, saying he expects people to participate spontaneously and actively, reflecting the vibrancy of democracy.
Jamaat amir vows to protect women's dignity
08:31 PM, 30 Jan 2026 FridayAlleging that mothers and sisters are being assaulted in various places, Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Amir Dr Shafiqur Rahman has vowed to protect women's dignity, even if with their lives. "We will sacrifice our lives, if necessary, but will not allow anyone to dishonour mothers and sisters," he said.
16 countries to send 57 observers for Bangladesh polls
07:24 PM, 30 Jan 2026 FridayAt least 16 countries have accepted Bangladesh's invitation to send a total of 57 election observers for the country's 13th general election and the referendum on the July Charter, both scheduled to be held concurrently on February 12.
Tarique visits July martyr Abu Sayeed's grave
06:46 PM, 30 Jan 2026 FridayBNP Chairman Tarique Rahman has paid respects at the grave of Abu Sayeed, the first martyr of the July mass uprising.
National polls: NCP unveils 'Manifesto of Youth and Dignity'
05:33 PM, 30 Jan 2026 FridayThe National Citizen Party has announced a 36-point manifesto for the upcoming 13th parliamentary elections, titled 'Manifesto of Youth and Dignity'. The party unveiled the manifesto on Friday.
Rangpur set for Tarique Rahman’s election rally
04:52 PM, 30 Jan 2026 FridayBNP Chairman Tarique Rahman is scheduled to address an election rally at the Collectorate Eidgah ground in Rangpur on Friday afternoon as part of his ongoing campaign tour of the northern region.
Iran's top diplomat in Istanbul for talks as US tension simmers
04:35 PM, 30 Jan 2026 FridayIran's top diplomat Abbas Araghchi landed in Istanbul on Friday for talks where Turkey was to offer help to mediate tensions with the United States, which has mooted a possible military strike.
US alerts its citizens in Bangladesh ahead of polls
03:42 PM, 30 Jan 2026 FridayThe US Embassy in Dhaka has issued a security alert, urging US citizens in Bangladesh to remain vigilant, avoid demonstrations and exercise caution around large gatherings.
Yunus urges continued Bangladesh-China cooperation
03:00 PM, 30 Jan 2026 FridayReflecting the interim government’s relationship with the Chinese government, Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus expressed optimism that although a new government would soon take office, cooperation between Bangladesh and China must continue.
Jamaat amir promises to end culture of dynastic politics
02:24 PM, 30 Jan 2026 FridayJamaat-e-Islami Amir Dr. Shafiqur Rahman on Friday said the party aims to permanently eradicate the culture of dynastic politics and build a Bangladesh where even a rickshaw-puller could become Prime Minister.
Bangladesh-Pakistan direct flights resume after 14 years
01:57 PM, 30 Jan 2026 FridayAfter a 14-year hiatus, the first direct flight between Bangladesh and Pakistan landed at Jinnah International Airport on Thursday night, as Biman Bangladesh Airlines completed its inaugural flight from Dhaka to Karachi.
Garment workers block Airport–Mohakhali road, demand due benefits
01:08 PM, 30 Jan 2026 FridayA group of garment workers blocked the outgoing lane of the Airport–Mohakhali route in the capital on Friday, demanding payment of their pending service benefits.
Gold price drops by Tk 14,638 per bhori
12:25 PM, 30 Jan 2026 FridayThe price of the highest-quality 22-carat gold per bhori (11.664 grammes) has been lowered by Tk 14,638, bringing the new rate to Tk 271,363 per bhori.
Fire breaks out on bus in Uttara
12:00 PM, 30 Jan 2026 FridayA fire suddenly broke out on a Bhuiya Transport bus in the House Building area of Uttara, Dhaka, on Friday morning.
Ramadan essentials: Stocks adequate, most prices stable or lower
11:40 AM, 30 Jan 2026 FridayStocks of key Ramadan commodities such as chickpeas, dates, and lentils are at normal levels, with additional imports made ahead of the holy month, according to Chattogram-based consumer goods traders.
Govt decides to open new diplomatic mission in Guyana
10:06 AM, 30 Jan 2026 FridayThe interim government has decided to establish a new diplomatic mission in Georgetown, the capital of Guyana. As part of the move, a portion of the manpower approved by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will be deployed promptly.
Iran to respond ‘instantly’ in case of US attack: army spokesman
09:41 AM, 30 Jan 2026 FridayIran will deliver an immediate response in case of an attack by the United States, the army spokesman said Thursday, warning that US military bases in the region or an aircraft carrier could be targets.