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Election environment better than before, no challenge to peaceful voting: Home Adviser 
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Interim govt to leave Bangladesh’s economy in a ‘satisfactory’ position: Dr Salehuddin
The Economist calls Tarique Rahman as PM front-runner in Bangladesh polls
The Economist calls Tarique Rahman as PM front-runner in Bangladesh polls
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EC launches 'Smart Election Management' app
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EC issues instruction on televised speeches of party leaders ahead of polls
Nazrul's works now available in English
Nazrul's works now available in English
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Tarique Rahman to provide free wifi to students, if elected: Abdus Salam
Tarique Rahman to provide free wifi to students, if elected: Abdus Salam
DHAKA, Feb 3, 2026 (BSS) - Chief Coordinator of the BNP’s election steering committee for Dhaka-17 constituency Abdus Salam today said BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman will provide free WiFi to students, if the party got elected in the upcoming 13th Jatiya Sangsad polls slated for February 12. “In his election pledge, BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman has promised to bring all kinds of facilities including free WiFi across the country to the fingertips of students,” he said. Abdus Salam, also a valiant freedom fighter revealed this at the Digital Memorial Inauguration ceremony at Government Titumir College in the city.  A discussion was held between teachers, Chhatra Dal leaders, and general students of Titumir College, and leaders of the BNP's election steering committee for the Dhaka-17 constituency. Abdus Salam said, “In the current digital era, the old analog system will not work...Through WiFi, you can stay connected with the entire world.” In this connetion, he said students of our country can not avail all facilities related to education since they have been sufferening from financial crisis. But, they need to stay connected with the world. “Keeping this in mind, Tarique Rahman has undertaken various service-oriented initiatives for students,” he added. Mentioning that people from all walks of life can enjoy this WiFi facility, he said, “providing this WiFi service for students is not only for the Chhatra Dal. Students of all religions and backgrounds will be able to use it. Through this, students will have information at their fingertips”.  “You can get admission to universities around the world. It will also become easier to get jobs both at home and abroad,” he added. Abdus Salam revealed that in this election, 30% of voters are students and young people.  “You will foster a trend of clean politics among students. Never engage in unfair politics and resist those who practice criminal politics. The Chhatra league has been exhausted by engaging in unfair politics. Neither ordinary students nor the general public have accepted their politics,” he added. The BNP leader said that the party believes in the coexistence of all religions and there is no differing opinion on co-education for men and women either. With Titumir College unit Chhatra Dal Convener Imam Hossain in the chair, the joint coordinator of Dhaka-17 election activities Dr. Farhad Halim Donor, agriculturist Shamim Rahman Shamim, college Principal Dr. Professor Sadruddin Ahmed, Professor Alea Akhtar, Professor Atiqur Rahman and Professor Maniruzzaman were present at the event. 
Speakers call for national consensus on energy transition 
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Statements on declaration of independence being made with ulterior motive: Rizvi 
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Govt to construct 1000-bed hospital in Nilphamari
Feb 12 elections will set a standard for future polls: CA
Feb 12 elections will set a standard for future polls: CA
July Uprising Memorial Museum will show path to nation: CA
July Uprising Memorial Museum will show path to nation: CA
Majority of incidents involving minority communities in 2025 found non-communal: police report
Majority of incidents involving minority communities in 2025 found non-communal: police report
BGMEA seeks urgent policy, financial support to safeguard apparel sector
BGMEA seeks urgent policy, financial support to safeguard apparel sector
DHAKA, Feb 3, 2026 (BSS) – A delegation from the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) met with Finance Secretary Md. Khairuzzaman Mozumder today to request urgent policy and financial assistance to navigate the current crisis facing the country’s readymade garment (RMG) industry.  The delegation, led by BGMEA Vice President Md. Shihab Uddoja Chowdhury, highlighted that the industry is at a critical juncture due to global economic instability and domestic challenges.  According to the BGMEA, apparel export growth declined by 2.43% during the first seven months of the current fiscal year, while growth from October to December 2025 dropped by an average of 9.43% compared to the same period in the previous year. The industry leaders noted that approximately 400 garment factories have shut down over the last year due to rising production costs, decreasing product prices, and a reduction in orders. Many more factories are currently at risk of closure. The delegation raised concerns regarding the months of February and March, noting that the upcoming national election, government holidays, and Eid-ul-Fitr will reduce the number of working days to just 35 out of 60.  Despite this reduction, factories will face a doubled wage burden in March due to the requirement to pay regular salaries, festival bonuses, and advance wages.  The BGMEA warned that Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are particularly vulnerable, and a lack of banking support could lead to industrial unrest, which would be detrimental to the overall economy. To address these challenges, the BGMEA urged the government to expedite the release of pending cash incentives currently being processed by Lien banks and Bangladesh Bank to improve factory cash flow. They also called upon the government to provide soft loans or low-interest loans equivalent to six months of wages to ensure the timely payment of salaries and bonuses to workers. The Finance Secretary listened to the proposals and provided positive assurances that necessary steps would be taken to address the situation.  The delegation also included BGMEA Vice President Md. Rezwan Selim, Vice President (Finance) Mizanur Rahman, and Director Faisal Samad.
Govt to procure 2.10 lakh MTs fertilizer 
Govt to procure 2.10 lakh MTs fertilizer 
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Voter enthusiasm increases in Lalmonirhat ahead of 13th nat’l polls
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GPU Cloud, PaaS launched to strengthen Digital Public Infrastructure

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140 disinformation identified in 73 Indian media about Bangladesh in 2025 
140 disinformation identified in 73 Indian media about Bangladesh in 2025 
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Bangladesh targeted 140 disinformation across 73 Indian news outlets in 2025: Rumor Scanner 
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Rumor Scanner identifies viral fake photocard targeting political sentiment
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Nazrul's works now available in English
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