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46th BCS viva to begin on Jan 4
05:58 PM, 24 Dec 2025 WednesdayThe dates and schedule of the viva voce examinations have been published for candidates who were earlier declared as successful in the written test of the 46th BCS, an official handout said here on Wednesday, December 24.
HC rejects writ, Manna disqualified from contesting polls
05:28 PM, 24 Dec 2025 WednesdayThe High Court on Wednesday rejected a writ petition filed by Nagorik Oikya President Mahmudur Rahman Manna, seeking a directive to remove his name from the list of loan defaulters – effectively barring him from contesting the upcoming National Parliament elections.
Rumeen Farhana collects nomination for Brahmanbaria-2
05:20 PM, 24 Dec 2025 WednesdayBNP assistant international affairs secretary Barrister Rumeen Farhana has collected a nomination form to contest the next national elections from the Brahmanbaria-2 constituency as an independent candidate.
6.0-magnitude earthquake jolts Taiwan
05:16 PM, 24 Dec 2025 WednesdayA shallow 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck southeastern Taiwan on Wednesday evening, the US Geological Survey said, but there were no immediate reports of damage.
BNP answers 10 FAQs on Tarique’s homecoming
05:09 PM, 24 Dec 2025 WednesdayBNP leaders and activists from across the country are already heading to Dhaka, while public curiosity and anticipation continue to build. Against this backdrop, Tarique Rahman’s adviser Dr Mahadi Amin has outlined answers to 10 key questions surrounding the return, addressing public interest, logistics and political significance.
Four-hour free ride on elevated expressway on Dec 25
04:27 PM, 24 Dec 2025 WednesdayThe airport-end toll plaza of Dhaka’s Elevated Expressway will remain toll-free for four hours on Thursday, December 25, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, to facilitate smooth entry into the capital.
Attorney General gets BNP ticket, to quit office Dec 27
04:22 PM, 24 Dec 2025 WednesdayThe BNP has nominated Attorney General Md Asaduzzaman to contest the 13th parliamentary elections from Jhenaidah-1 constituency (Shailkupa).
AMCL (PRAN) declares 32% dividend
04:16 PM, 24 Dec 2025 WednesdayAgricultural Marketing Company Ltd (AMCL PRAN) has approved a 32% dividend for its shareholders for the fiscal year 2024-25, according to the company’s 40th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held digitally on Wednesday.
BNP seals alliance math: Fakhrul unveils seats for Saki, Manna, Nurul, Bobby and others
04:09 PM, 24 Dec 2025 WednesdayThe Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has finalised another phase of seat-sharing with its allied parties, conceding 10 additional parliamentary constituencies as part of a broader electoral understanding ahead of the 13th Jatiya Sangsad elections scheduled for February 12.
Judge upholds Trump's $100k fee to process US tech visas
03:57 PM, 24 Dec 2025 WednesdayA US federal judge on Tuesday upheld President Donald Trump's $100,000 fee to process H-1B visa applications, acknowledging it could "inflict significant harm on American businesses and institutions of higher education."
DMP bans fireworks during Christmas celebrations
03:44 PM, 24 Dec 2025 WednesdayThe Metropolitan Police (DMP) has imposed a ban on the use of fireworks, crackers, lanterns, and gas balloons in Dhaka during the celebration of Christmas, the biggest religious festival of Christians.
RFL declares 23% dividend for FY 2024–25
03:39 PM, 24 Dec 2025 WednesdayRangpur Foundry Limited (RFL) has declared a 23 percent dividend for its shareholders for the financial year 2024–25. The decision was approved at the company’s 45th Annual General Meeting (AGM), held on a digital platform on Wednesday, December 24.
DB arrests Ataur Rahman Bikrampuri in Narsingdi
02:51 PM, 24 Dec 2025 WednesdayThe Detective Branch (DB) of Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) arrested Maulana Ataur Rahman Bikrampuri from Narsingdi on Tuesday night.
BNP steps aside in seven more constituencies for allies
02:35 PM, 24 Dec 2025 WednesdayThe Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) will not field candidates in seven parliamentary seats as part of a seat-sharing arrangement with its allies.
US lawmakers express concern over ban on party activities
02:03 PM, 24 Dec 2025 WednesdayFive US lawmakers have written to Chief Adviser Dr Muhammad Yunus, urging him to ensure a free, fair and inclusive election in Bangladesh.
Ex-DMP chief, 10 others formally charged at ICT
01:26 PM, 24 Dec 2025 WednesdayThe prosecution has filed formal charges against 11 individuals, including former Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner Habibur Rahman, in a case alleging crimes against humanity over the shooting death of Imam Hossain Taim in Dhaka's Jatrabari area.
WB approves $150.75m for Bangladeshi youth, microentrepreneurs
12:40 PM, 24 Dec 2025 WednesdayThe World Bank has approved $150.75 million to help Bangladesh scale up support to create employment, opportunities and for low-income youth and microentrepreneurs, with a focus on women and those living in climate-vulnerable areas.
Zubayer Rahman made new Chief Justice
12:03 PM, 24 Dec 2025 WednesdayZubayer Rahman Chowdhury, a judge of the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court, has been appointed as the 26th Chief Justice of the country.
BNP gears up for Tarique’s return after 17 years
11:27 AM, 24 Dec 2025 WednesdayFor the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), the long-awaited return of their top leader is finally happening. The party’s acting chairman, Tarique Rahman, will depart from London’s Heathrow Airport for Dhaka on Wednesday (24 December) at 6:15 pm.
NBR extends VAT exemption on Metro rail services
10:28 AM, 24 Dec 2025 WednesdayThe National Board of Revenue (NBR) has extended the value-added tax (VAT) exemption on Metro Rail services until June 30 next year, aiming to promote the use of the environment-friendly mass transit system.