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Youth participation vital to Bangladesh's democratic future: Commonwealth Observer Group Chief

Dhaka, Feb. 9 -- Commonwealth Observer Group Chairperson Nana Akufo-Addo has underscored the importance of youth participation, noting that Bangladesh has a predominantly youthful population, with a s... Read More


UP member's husband shot dead in Narsingdi

Narsingdi, Feb. 9 -- A man was shot dead by miscreants in Raipura upazila of Narsingdi on Sunday night. The victim was identified as Rafikul Islam, 50, husband of a female Union Parishad member of Ch... Read More


Tarique seeks votes for 'Sheaf of Paddy', also for 'Spade' in Dhaka-12

Dhaka, Feb. 9 -- BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman on Sunday sought votes not only for his party's electoral symbol 'Sheaf of Paddy' but also for the 'Spade' symbol in the capital, urging voters to support ... Read More


1,500 Rohingyas detained in Ukhiya during joint security drive ahead of polls

Cox's Bazar, Feb. 9 -- At least 1,500 Rohingyas were detained in Ukhiya of Cox's Bazar during a special drive carried out by an army-led joint force to strengthen security ahead of the 13th national p... Read More


Cultural campaign held in Naogaon to promote free, fair and peaceful elections

Naogaon, Feb. 9 -- A cultural campaign was held in various crowded areas of Naogaon-1, 2, and 3 constituencies on Sunday to raise awareness among people about ensuring a free, fair, and peaceful elect... Read More


Liberation War inspiration must guide new generation: Chief Adviser

Dhaka, Feb. 9 -- Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus on Sunday said the inspiration of the Liberation War must be passed on from generation to generation so that the country's younger population underst... Read More


Postal Ballots: 295 more inmates cast votes on Sunday

Dhaka, Feb. 8 -- A total of 295 inmates across the country cast their votes through postal ballots on Sunday. With this, the total number of inmates who have voted through postal ballots over the pas... Read More


Tarique Rahman calls vigilance to protect voting rights

Dhaka, Feb. 8 -- BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman on Sunday urged people across the country to remain alert so that no one can snatch away their voting rights or manipulate the results of the national elec... Read More


Contempt of court rule issued against CPA chairman, 4 others

Dhaka, Feb. 8 -- The High Court on Sunday issued a contempt of court rule against the chairman of Chittagong Port Authority (CPA) and four other officials over a move to lease out land along the Karna... Read More


How cherry blossoms became central to Japan's cultural identity

Dhaka, Feb. 8 -- Japan's decision to cancel a cherry blossom festival near Mount Fuji has drawn wide attention, highlighting the deep cultural significance of sakura in the country. Authorities scrap... Read More