Photo : PIDDHAKA, Feb 20, 2026 (BSS) - Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan has sought cooperation of journalist community to effectively implement the important responsibilities entrusted to him by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman for the welfare of media professionals. "I seek sincere cooperation of journalists so that I can faithfully carry out the responsibilities assigned to me by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman for the welfare and betterment of media professionals," he said. He made the call while addressing an Iftar and doa-mahfil organized by the Jatiya Press Club at its Kazi Nazrul Islam auditorium in the capital. The function was presided over by Jatiya Press Club President poet Hasan Hafiz and moderated by its General Secretary Ayub Bhuiyan. Special prayers were also offered for the eternal peace of the departed soul of former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia and for the sound health and long life of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman.

Speaking to journalists after offering prayers at the shrine of Hazrat Shahjalal (RA), the Minister highlighted that the country's commercial infrastructure and economic ecosystem were destroyed over the last 15 years. He mentioned that investment had been stagnant for the past 12 to 13 years, reaching zero over the last three years. Regarding local development, Muktadir expressed a deep sense of responsibility toward the region. Accompanying him, Labour and Employment Minister Ariful Haque Chowdhury assured that steps would be taken to quickly reopen closed industrial factories. He added that development plans for Sylhet would be formulated in consultation with local Members of Parliament (MP) to demonstrate the government's capability through action.

Lemon crosses Tk 100, eggplant hits triple digitsLemon prices have crossed Tk 100 per hali (four pieces) in kitchen markets, while eggplant has reached Tk 100 per kg. Green papaya was selling at Tk 40 per kg, hyacinth beans at Tk 60 per kg, cabbage at Tk 40 per piece, cauliflower at Tk 50 per piece and ginger at Tk 150–160 per kg. While lemons were selling at Tk 100 per hali in kitchen markets, the same quantity was available at Tk 40 per hali on footpaths. Farm red eggs were selling at Tk 40 per hali and white eggs at Tk 35 per hali, compared with Tk 45–50 previously. A few days ago, I bought the same eggs at Tk 50 per hali, Tk 10 more.

Road Transport and Bridges Minister Sheikh Rabiul Alam. During the visit to Padma Bridge site and its toll plaza today the minister said Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has given necessary instructions to ensure safe, smooth and comfortable travel. The minister arrived at Mawa end in Munshiganj to inspect the Padma Bridge area, the country’s largest communication infrastructure. Bridge Division Secretary and Executive Director of Bangladesh Bridge Authority Mohammad Abdur Rouf, Director (admin) of Bangladesh Bridge Authority Altaf Hossain Sheikh, Chief Engineer of Bangladesh Bridge Authority Kazi Md Ferdous, and other senior officials were present. He also instructed authorities to take necessary measures to remove all shops and illegal structures built on adjacent government land along the Padma Bridge approach roads.

State Minister for Agriculture, Food, Fisheries and Livestock Sultan Salahuddin Tuku today spoke to the journalists after a meeting with district administration officials. Photo : BSSTANGAIL, Feb 20, 2026 (BSS) – State Minister for Agriculture, Food, Fisheries and Livestock Sultan Salahuddin Tuku today said that through regular monitoring and supervision, artificial crisis created by syndicates in the food and agriculture sectors will be addressed properly. He stated that there is sufficient stock of all essential goods for Ramadan and there is no shortage anywhere. From tomorrow, a program to sell milk, eggs and meat at affordable prices in Tangail during Ramadan will be inaugurated. Earlier, the State Minister joined a discussion with district level officials.

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Publish : 20 Feb 2026, 19:26The Central Shaheed Minar in Dhaka has been decorated ahead of this year’s Shaheed Day — Language Martyrs’ Day — internationally observed as International Mother Language Day. Street islands and key points in Dhaka will display alphabets representing all of Bangladesh’s ethnic communities, including Bangla. Bangladesh Shishu Academy will host drawing competitions, poetry recitations, and cultural events for children, including special children’s editions of publications. Pedestrians can move freely along Palashi Mor through Shaheed Minar to Doel Chattar, as well as at the High Court intersection, TSC intersection, and Shahidullah Hall intersection. Special prayers for language martyrs will be held after Asr at all campus mosques and places of worship.

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CHATTOGRAM, Feb 20, 2026 (BSS) - Police arrested a listed terrorist in the port city during a pre-dawn drive on Thursday. Ali Azgar, also known as Tutul, 41, who was enlisted by the Chattogram Metropolitan Police (CMP) as a notorious criminal. Officer-in-Charge of Baklia Police Station Mohammad Solaiman confirmed the arrest today, saying that Tutul was apprehended from the Notun Bridge area under Baklia Police Station around 3:30am. Tutul is the son of Mohammad Shamsul Alam of Ismail Saudagar Bari in Dakshin Aashiya area under Patiya upazila. He had been residing in a slum on Noman College Road in the Baklia area of the city.

DHAKA, Feb 20, 2026 (BSS) - International Master (IM) Mohammad Fahad Rahman and IM Abu Sufian Shakil advance to the quarterfinals after winning their second-round tie-breaking matches in the Spectrum Bangladesh National Cup Chess held at the Chess Federation hall-room today. They are IM Manon Reaa Neer, FIDE Master Tahsin Tajwar Zia, FIDE Master Subrota Biswas, International Master Md. Minhaz Uddin, FIDE Master Syed Mahfuzur Rahman and FIDE Master Mohammad Javed. In the day's tie-breaking matches, IM Mohammad Fahad Rahman defeated Golam Mostafa Bhuiyan 2-0 in rapid chess. IM Shakil then won 2-0 in blitz chess to secure his place in the quarterfinals.

Tabith Awal, president of the Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF). Photo; BSSDHAKA, Feb 20, 2026 (BSS) - FIFA President Gianni Infantino and AFC President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa have sent their warmest birthday wishes and congratulations to Tabith Awal, president of the Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF). BFF posted both the letters on its social media Facebook page today. The FIFA letter highlighted their continued collaboration as the football world prepares for the historic 48-team FIFA World Cup 2026. While the AFC latter highlighted AFC leadership looks forward to continued cooperation and a shared commitment to helping Asian football reach new heights.

JAMALPUR, Feb 20, 2026 (BSS) - A man and his adult son were killed and another minor son was injured in a road accident on the Jamalpur-Sherpur road near Jamalpur town this afternoon. The deceased were identified as Delwar Mahmud, 50, and his son Istiak Ahmmed, 20, residents of Kenduar Char area under Sherpur Sadar upazila. Senior Station Officer of Fire Service and Civil Defence Rabiul Islam said the three were travelling to Sherpur from Jamalpur town on a motorcycle. At that moment, another truck coming from the opposite direction collided head-on with the motorcycle, leaving Delwar and Istiak dead on the spot. Abrar, 5, sustained injuries in the accident and was admitted to Jamalpur General Hospital for treatment, the official added.

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Photo : PIDDHAKA, Feb 20, 2026 (BSS) - Commerce, Industries and Textiles & Jute Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir today said the country has adequate food stock to ensure price stability of essential commodities during the upcoming Ramadan. "The main responsibility of the Ministry of Commerce is to keep the prices of essential commodities stable. However, he expressed confidence that sufficient stock of essential goods is now available to keep the market stable. Replying to a question about development plans for Sylhet, Muktadir said the commitments made during the election campaign and outlined in the party's manifesto would be implemented gradually. Mushfiqur Rahman, Sylhet Metropolitan Police Commissioner Abdul Kuddus Chowdhury, Deputy Commissioner Md.

Reading time: about 6 minutesOn Sunday, Feb. 8, Charlie Puth sang the National Anthem before the Super Bowl, and it was beautiful. I decided to give Nine Track Mind another spin in pursuit of the answer. The song practically oozes comfort, and while it reads as a bit simpler than the other tracks on Nine Track Mind, that’s exactly what a song like this needs. Charlie Puth reminds us — yet again — of his insane vocal abilities with “As You Are” featuring Shy Carter. Even though the song takes a slightly less central role in the full-length album, Puth was still intentional with its placement at the end.