A land lease agreement was signed today between the Bangladesh Economic ZonesAuthority (BEZA) and BRIC at the BEZA Office in the city, said a pressrelease. Executive Member (Investment Development) and Additional Secretary of BEZASaleh Ahmed and Director and Vice President of BRIC Mishal Karim signed theagreement on behalf of their respective organisations. Under the agreement, BRIC will be allotted five acres of land to set up amodern, export-oriented, and eco-friendly industrial unit. While catering to the internal market, BRIC intends to export 15 percent ofits produced goods to international markets. The Jamalpur Economic Zone is the first government-owned economic zone in theMymensingh Division, spanning 436 acres.

DHAKA, Feb 2, 2026 (BSS)- After nearly one and half month recess, theFederation Cup football resumes tomorrow (Tuesday) with two matches will beheld at two separate venues across the country. The all orange Gopibagh outfit Brothers Union Club stands top of the tablefrom group A with four points from two matches while PWD following themclosely with three points playing one match. Earlier, Brothers Union Club played goalless with Rahmatganj in their groupopening match and beat Abahani Limited by 1-0 goal in their second match. Abahani Limited beat Fakirerpool Young Men's Club by 4-2 in their openinggroup match but they lost to Brothers Union Club by 1-0 goal. Rahmatganjplayed out a goalless tie with Brothers Union Club in their opening groupmatch.

The Dhaka education board on Monday extended the form fill-up deadline for the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) examination by four more days, an official release said. According to the new schedule, examinees will be able to fill out their forms with the late fees until February 5 next. The release said students can pay the late fee through the mobile app of Sonali Bank Limited, "Sonali Seba". Heads of all educational institutions under the Dhaka Education Board have been directed to complete the form fill-up process for their students within the stipulated time.

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DHAKA, Feb 02, 2026 (BSS) – Bangladesh’s export earnings recorded a significant double-digit month-on-month growth of 11.22 percent in January 2026, reflecting a positive shift in trade momentum despite persistent global economic challenges. According to the latest trade data, export earnings for January 2026 reached US$4,413.65 million, compared to $3,968.28 million in December 2025. The Ready-Made Garments (RMG) sector maintained its role as the primary driver of the nation's exports, contributing $22,980.20 million during the July–January period. Leather and Leather Goods, Jute and Jute Goods, Home Textiles, Plastic and Plastic Goods, and Light Engineering all registered growth on both a year-on-year and month-on-month basis. Exports to the U.S. grew by 1.64 percent for the period and saw a 2.24 percent increase on a month-on-month basis.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman. File PhotoKISHOREGANJ, Feb 2, 2026 (BSS) - Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman will visit Kishoreganj tomorrow (February 3) to attend an election meeting.. Ahead of the visit, Kishoreganj District Jamaat-e-Islami organized a press conference at 11:30 am on Monday at the district Jamaat office in Nogua area of the town. Addressing the press conference, District Secretary Maulana Nazmul Islam said the election meeting willbegin at 9:00 am at the Katiadi Government College ground. Jamaat Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman is scheduled to deliver the chief guest’s speech around 10:30 am.

The interim government has not granted approval for hilsa cultivation through artificial or controlled means, according to the Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock. The press release said there is currently no government approval or policy framework for farming hilsa using RAS or any other indoor, fully controlled or intensive method. The clarification comes amid reports that PRAN-RFL Group had taken an initiative to farm hilsa using RAS technology. Its associate company, Habiganj Agro Limited, had planned to start farming marine fish including hilsa, Asian seabass and grouper through controlled indoor systems. The ministry warned that any hilsa farming activity without approval is “unacceptable”.

Photo : BSSDHAKA, Feb 2, 2026 (BSS) - Bangladesh under-19 women's national football team on way to the final of SAFF U-19 Women's Championship as they beat India by 2-0 goals in their second match held at Pokhara Rangasala Stadium in Pokhara, Nepal today. With this win, Bangladesh women are now one step away from the final, following their crushing 12-0 victory over Bhutan in their opening match. The girls in red and green are now stand top of the table with six points from two matches while India following Bangladesh with three points also from two outings. If the day's second match between Nepal and Bhutan ends in a draw, then Bangladesh will reach to the final with one match in hand. Bangladesh will play their next match against Nepal on Wednesday (February 4) at the same venue.

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Our struggle is for people's justice and dignity, not power: Jamaat AmeerJamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman today spoke at an election rally at Cox's Bazar-2 (Maheshkhali-Kutubdia) constituency. Photo : BSSCOX'S BAZAR, Feb 2, 2026 (BSS) - Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman today said the ongoing political movement is focused on ensuring justice and dignity for the people of Bangladesh, rather than securing power for any single party or group. "Young people want justice, dignity, and decent job opportunities, not allowances," he said, adding that the future government must focus on creating honourable employment instead of providing unemployment allowances. Dr Shafiqur Rahman alleged that massive public funds had been laundered abroad and said those responsible must face justice. Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Assistant Secretary General A. H. M. Hamidur Rahman Azad has been nominated as the Jamaat-led alliance candidate for Cox's Bazar-2 constituency.

Ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina. Confirming the matter to BSS, court clerk Belal Hossain said the Dhaka Special Judge Court-4 is likely to deliver the verdicts at 11 am. Investigation officer and ACC Assistant Director Afnan Jannat Keya testified as the last prosecution witness and was later cross-examined by the defence. Meanwhile, the same court on January 18 fixed February 2 for pronouncing judgment in another case against 18 people, including ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina, her nephew Radwan Mujib Siddiq and his sister Tulip Siddiq. On July 31, 2025, the court framed charges and ordered the formal commencement of the trial.

World Wetlands Day event urges ban on China fishing traps to protect fish, wetlands, traditional livelihoods. Photo : BSSRAJSHAHI, Feb 2, 2026 (BSS) - Social watchdogs and local fishermen today urged strong measures to curb the use of China fishing traps, warning that these traps are threatening fish populations and the livelihoods of traditional fishing communities in the region. He also presented two research papers: "China Fishing Trap and Honey-Trap Crisis: A New Threat to Bangladesh's Aquatic Ecosystems" and "The China-Origin Fishing Trap and Honey-Trap Crisis in Bangladesh: A Political Ecology of Technological Dependency, Inland Fisheries Collapse and Governance Failure." Atiqur Rahman, President of Varendra Youth Forum (VYF), and Abu Sama, General Secretary of Naohata Fishermen Cooperative Society, also spoke at the event. Abu Sama presented a six-point demand, highlighting that the commercial use of highly efficient China nets has marginalized traditional fishing communities in Rajshahi.

STRASBOURG, France, Feb 2, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Nuno Mendes scored a late winner as Paris Saint-Germain survived the second-half sending-off of Achraf Hakimi to beat Strasbourg 2-1 on Sunday and reclaim top spot in Ligue 1. A dramatic game in Alsace saw PSG goalkeeper Matfei Safonov save Joaquin Panichelli's early penalty for Strasbourg, before Senny Mayulu gave the visitors the lead. Guela Doue, elder brother of PSG star Desire, levelled for the home side before the half-hour mark, but Portugal left-back Mendes headed in the winner for the reigning French and European champions in the 81st minute. Having missed out on direct qualification for the Champions League last 16 in midweek following a 1-1 draw with Newcastle United, PSG bounced back here to make it six successive Ligue 1 victories. Strasbourg were awarded a penalty following a VAR check after PSG captain Marquinhos blocked a shot with his arm.

The top stories and transfer rumours from Monday's newspapers...Premier LeagueArsenal are weighing up making a Deadline Day signing after Mikel Merino's injury setback - talkSPORTDominik Szoboszlai says his future "is not in my hands" as talks continue with Liverpool over a new contract - The AthleticJuventus have made an enquiry over Everton striker Beto - talkSPORTFulham have reached PSV's asking price with a third and final offer for Ricardo Pepi - The SunChelsea made an offer of €30m (£26m) for Nantes defender Tylel Tati. FC Nantes rejected the initial approach - L'EquipeSCOTLANDHansa Rostock sporting director Amir Shapourzadeh has sensationally quashed any talk of striker Ryan Naderi joining Rangers before Monday's transfer deadline - Scottish SunWSLChelsea head coach Sonia Bompastor said she would be "happy to go" if the club's hierarchy believed she was not capable of correcting the team's poor form after their 5-1 Women's Super League defeat to Manchester City on Sunday -The AthleticWatch Back Pages on Sky Sports News Back Pages is a review of the sports headlines from the national newspapers, every Monday to Friday, live on Sky Sports News from 10.30pm. Missed the show? Catch up on the latest news with the Back Pages podcast. OTHERJude Bellingham will be out injured for approximately a month.

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