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Teacher detained by CUCSU leaders released after nine hours
10:35 AM, 11 Jan 2026 SundayA teacher, who was detained by leaders of the Chittagong University Central Students’ Union (CUCSU) over allegations of opposing the July mass uprising, was released after nearly nine hours of detention.
US, allies carry out ‘large-scale’ air strikes against IS in Syria
09:33 AM, 11 Jan 2026 SundayUS and allied forces carried out "large-scale" strikes against the Islamic State jihadist group in Syria on Saturday, the US military said, the latest response to an attack last month that killed three Americans.
Iran protest death toll rises to 116, rights activists say
09:03 AM, 11 Jan 2026 SundayViolence linked to nationwide protests challenging Iran’s theocratic rule has left at least 116 people dead, rights activists said, as demonstrations entered their third week amid an escalating government crackdown.
Gold price climbs Tk 1,050 per bhori to Tk 227,856
08:11 AM, 11 Jan 2026 SundayGold prices surged sharply in Bangladesh as jewellers announced a fresh hike, pushing the cost of the precious metal to a new high amid continued volatility in the local market.
Indian HC Pranay meets Tarique
09:47 PM, 10 Jan 2026 SaturdayIndian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Pranay Verma on Saturday paid a courtesy call on BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman, during which the two sides discussed issues of bilateral interest between Bangladesh and India.
EC restores 51 candidacies, rejects 16
08:58 PM, 10 Jan 2026 SaturdayOn the first day of appeal hearings at the Election Commission (EC), the candidacies of 51 aspirants were reinstated, while 16 appeals were rejected. Decisions on three appeals were kept pending.
EC halts election in Pabna-1 and Pabna-2 amid boundary dispute
05:17 PM, 10 Jan 2026 SaturdayThe Election Commission has halted voting in Pabna-1 and Pabna-2 for the upcoming national elections, citing unresolved boundary complications. A circular confirming the suspension was issued on Saturday.
Tarique urges unity, rejects return to pre-Aug 5 era
04:50 PM, 10 Jan 2026 SaturdayBNP Chairman Tarique Rahman has called on political actors to settle differences through dialogue, saying disagreements should not be allowed to divide the country.
Leftist coalition marches toward US embassy calling for release of Maduro
04:34 PM, 10 Jan 2026 SaturdayA coalition of left-wing political groups known as the Democratic United Front led a protest march toward the United States embassy in Dhaka on Saturday, January 10, demanding the release of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, who was recently detained by US forces.
Fakhrul sees new opportunity to build liberal democratic Bangladesh
02:51 PM, 10 Jan 2026 SaturdayBNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Saturday, January 10, said a new scope has opened before the nation to build a liberal democratic Bangladesh.
EC declares nomination of Jamaat's Azad valid
01:45 PM, 10 Jan 2026 SaturdayThe Election Commission (EC) has declared valid the nomination paper of Jamaat-e-Islami Assistant Secretary General Hamidur Rahman Azad for Cox's Bazar-4 constituency (Maheshkhali-Kutubdia).
Jara's nomination declared valid after appeal
01:11 PM, 10 Jan 2026 SaturdayThe Election Commission (EC) has declared valid the nomination paper of Dr Tasnim Jara, an independent candidate for the Dhaka-9 constituency, clearing her to contest in the 13th parliamentary elections. The Commission announced this on Saturday, January 10, after a hearing of her appeal against the cancellation of her nomination paper.
New protests erupt in Iran as Khamenei signals upcoming crackdown
12:39 PM, 10 Jan 2026 SaturdayIranians took to the streets in new protests on Friday to press the biggest movement against the Islamic Republic in more than three years, as authorities sustained an internet blackout as part of a crackdown that has left dozens dead.
Dhaka, Washington discuss next polls, economic, Rohingya issues
11:16 AM, 10 Jan 2026 SaturdayBangladesh and the United States have discussed upcoming elections in Bangladesh, economic and trade relations, Rohingya issue and regional matters. National Security Adviser Dr Khalilur Rahman met Allison Hooker.
US needs to 'own' Greenland to stop Russia, China from taking it: Trump
10:19 AM, 10 Jan 2026 SaturdayPresident Donald Trump says the US needs to "own" Greenland to prevent Russia and China from doing so.
Tarique’s northern region tour postponed at EC’s request
09:08 AM, 10 Jan 2026 SaturdayBNP Chairman Tarique Rahman’s planned tour of the northern districts has been postponed following a request from the Election Commission EC), party Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir said on Friday night, January 9.
Tarique Rahman becomes BNP Chairman
08:35 AM, 10 Jan 2026 SaturdayTarique Rahman formally assumed the position of Chairman of the BNP on Friday night, January 9, in line with the party constitution. BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir announced the development after an emergency meeting of the party’s highest policymaking body.
US seizes fifth oil tanker as Venezuela pressure campaign continues
09:17 PM, 09 Jan 2026 FridayThe United States military has seized another oil tanker in the Caribbean, as it continues to target vessels sanctioned by Washington in its pressure campaign against Venezuela.
Pakistan envoy meets Tarique, discusses various issues
08:39 PM, 09 Jan 2026 FridayPakistan High Commissioner to Bangladesh Imran Haider on Friday, January 9, paid a courtesy call on BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman.
BNP warns of action if rebel candidates do not withdraw before deadline
07:35 PM, 09 Jan 2026 FridayBNP senior leader Nazrul Islam Khan on Friday, January 9, hoped that their party’s rebel candidates will withdraw from the race within the deadline set in the election schedule; otherwise, the party will take organisational action.