CA for measures to stop vote rigging permanently
CA for measures to stop vote rigging permanently
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There is no atmosphere to play T20 WC in India: Asif Nazrul
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Govt implementing extensive programmes nationwide to create awareness about referendum
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Dhaka, Islamabad hold talks on regional, global issues at OIC meeting
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US Ambassador-Designate Brent Christensen arrives in Dhaka
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NEC approves Tk 2 lakh crore RADP for FY26
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EC asks professional bodies to refrain from polls until Feb 12
DHAKA, Jan 12, 2026 (BSS) - The Election Commission (EC) has directed all professional bodies and other organisations across the country to refrain from holding any elections until February 12, the date scheduled for the 13th national parliamentary election and referendum. The directive was issued through a letter signed on Monday by EC Secretariat Deputy Secretary (Polls Operation-2) Mohammad Monir Hossain. According to the EC, as the 13th national election and referendum will be held on February 12, all types of elections organised by professional bodies and institutions must be postponed until after that date to ensure the national polls remain free from any undue influence. The restriction applies to elections of educational institutions, transport owners' and workers' associations, journalists' associations, traders' associations, cooperative societies, trade unions, and other similar organisations. The EC has instructed all returning officers to take necessary measures to implement the decision.  
Jamaat Ameer calls for fear-free polls, CCTV in every booth
Jamaat Ameer calls for fear-free polls, CCTV in every booth
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Government to verify registration certificates of all MPO teachers
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Khaleda Zia: From homemaker to Bangladesh's first female prime minister
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The untold Liberation War journey of Khaleda Zia
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Khaleda Zia's policy: Balancing between left and right
Adieu Khaleda Zia: The fearless face of Bangladesh politics
Adieu Khaleda Zia: The fearless face of Bangladesh politics
Upbeat start for Asia stocks, Iran worries push up oil
Upbeat start for Asia stocks, Iran worries push up oil
HONG KONG, Jan 13, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Asian markets gained on Tuesday, with Japanese shares jumping more than three percent on speculation over a snap election, as concerns about Iran pushed oil prices higher. The rallies followed another record finish on Wall Street overnight, where investors shrugged off worries about a US criminal probe of the Federal Reserve central bank. Tokyo's Nikkei index surged as much as 3.6 percent in early trade, driven by anticipation that Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will capitalise on strong poll numbers by calling an election. Takaichi became Japan's first woman prime minister in October and her cabinet has an approval rating of around 70 percent. But her ruling bloc only has a slim majority in parliament's powerful lower house, hindering her ambitious policy agenda. It would be "significant to have the foundation of the Takaichi administration solidified" in national polls, brokerage house Monex said. "If a lower house election is confirmed, we can anticipate a renewed buying trend." Hong Kong shares were up 1.5 percent and Shanghai gained 0.2 percent, while Seoul and Singapore both rose 0.5 percent. Taipei was up 0.6 percent, and Sydney jumped 0.9 percent. It came after New York's Dow and S&P 500 ended at records for a second straight day. The tech-rich Nasdaq index also bounced back from early losses after Sunday night's disclosure of the US Department of Justice probe into the Federal Reserve. Broad optimism over the global economy and technological advances such as artificial intelligence have buoyed market sentiment in recent months. Oil prices rose on Tuesday after US President Donald Trump on Monday announced a 25 percent tariff on any country trading with Iran, ramping up pressure on Tehran over its violent crackdown on a wave of protests. Michael Wan at MUFG noted that Iran makes up three percent of global oil production, with Venezuela supplying around one percent "as a rough rule of thumb". "China stands out as the top trading partner for Iran, both across exports and imports, and also in terms of its position as the top importer of Iranian crude oil," he said. Trump said in a social media post on Monday that the new levies would "immediately" hit the Islamic republic's trading partners who also do business with the United States. "This Order is final and conclusive," he wrote, without specifying who they will affect. Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD, which last year overtook Elon Musk's Tesla to become the world's largest EV maker, jumped 4.5 percent in Hong Kong, along with other Chinese companies in the sector. The European Union had on Monday offered China an alternative to tariffs in a bitter trade dispute over the bloc's hefty duties on Chinese-made electric cars. - Key figures at around 0200 GMT - Hong Kong - Hang Seng Index: UP 1.5 percent at 27,014.90 Shanghai - Composite: UP 0.2 percent at 4,171.18 Tokyo - Nikkei 225: UP 3.2 percent at 53,576.08 West Texas Intermediate: UP 0.4 percent at $59.73 per barrel Brent North Sea Crude: UP 0.4 percent at $64.10 per barrel Euro/dollar: DOWN at $1.1659 from $1.1666 on Monday Pound/dollar: UP at $1.3470 from $1.3466 Dollar/yen: UP at 158.48 yen from 158.17 yen Euro/pound: DOWN at 86.55 pence from 86.63 pence London - FTSE 100: UP 0.2 percent at 10,140.70 (close) New York - Dow: UP 0.2 percent at 49,590.20 (close)
Tokyo stocks jump 3% at open on election speculation
Tokyo stocks jump 3% at open on election speculation
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FARIDPUR, Jan 12, 2026 (BSS) – Three people, including two siblings, were killed and 10 others injured when a pickup collided with a train in Boalmari upazila this afternoon. The deceased were identified as Jabbar Molla, 15, and Mocha Molla, 30, sons of Shaifar Molla, and Jahanara Begum, wife of Abul Kalam. All are residents of Bilsorail village in Moyna union. Quoting locals, Officer-in-Charge of Boalmari Police Station Md Anwar Hossain said the accident occurred in the Sotashi area around 2:30 pm when the victims were returning from Dobra Jute Mill riding in a pickup van. The train hit the vehicle, killing three people on the spot and injuring 10 others. Five seriously injured victims were taken to Faridpur Medical College Hospital, while the remaining five were admitted to Boalmari Upazila Health Complex.  
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PIB organises 2-day 'Election Journalism Training' in Ctg
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Wolves' Gobert suspended over flagrant foul
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Slot angered by 'weird' Szoboszlai error in Liverpool FA Cup win
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Sabalenka favourite at Australian Open but faces Swiatek, US threats
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There is no atmosphere to play T20 WC in India: Asif Nazrul
Australia's ambassador to US leaving post, marked by Trump rift
Australia's ambassador to US leaving post, marked by Trump rift
SYDNEY, Jan 13, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Australia said Tuesday its ambassador to the United States is leaving after a three-year tenure overshadowed by President Donald Trump's verdict on him: "I don't like you either." Former prime minister Kevin Rudd, who departs his post on March 31 to become president of the Asia Society think tank in New York, had sharply criticised Trump while he was out of office. Trump expressed disdain for Rudd during a televised US-Australia meeting at the White House in October last year, prompting some Australian opposition calls for his posting to be ended. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said it was "entirely" Rudd's decision to step down a year early. "Kevin Rudd has a work ethic unlike anyone I have ever met. He has worked tirelessly. He's moving on to a role that he believes is pivotal," he told reporters. The prime minister praised Rudd for his "tireless work" for Australia, including lobbying in favour of the so-called AUKUS agreement to equip Australia's navy with nuclear-powered submarines. Before taking up his post in Washington, Rudd had described Trump as the "most destructive president in history" and a "traitor to the West" who "drags America and democracy through the mud". Rudd deleted the online comments after Trump won back the White House in November 2024. At the White House meeting in October, the US president suggested Rudd might want to apologize for his earlier remarks. Turning to Albanese at his side, Trump said, "Where is he? Is he still working for you?" Albanese smiled awkwardly before gesturing to Rudd, who was sitting directly in front of them. Rudd began to explain, "That was before I took this position, Mr. President." Trump cut him off, saying, "I don't like you either. I don't. And I probably never will." Rudd, a Mandarin-speaking former career diplomat, had been tapped as ambassador during Joe Biden's presidency, with Australia hoping his expertise on China would gain him influence in Washington.  
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Cold wave shifts, fog deepens despite unchanged temperatures
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Cold wave lingers in 19 districts despite slight temperature rise
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Temperature drops to 9°C in Kurigram, char residents struggle amid intensifying cold
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Cold wave, fog to dominate weather 
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Panchagarh Shivers at Season's lowest 6.8°C
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Lowest temperature of season drops to 6.7 degrees Celsius
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Mild cold wave sweeps parts of country, dry weather likely

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