Bangladesh honors six martyred peacekeepers in Sudan with Namaz-e-Janaza, state tribute. Prior to the janaza, brief life sketches of the martyred peacekeepers were read out and their next of kin spoke. On the occasion, the Chief Adviser’s Military Secretary, on behalf of the Chief Adviser, placed wreaths to pay tribute to the martyred peacekeepers. The Government of Bangladesh and senior officials of the United Nations earlier strongly condemned the heinous drone attack. In the terrorist drone attack, six peacekeepers were martyred and nine others were injured.

Stephen Dee Burton, 86, of The Villages, Fl passed away on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. Steve grew up in Fairmount, IN, and was a proud Applied Mathematics graduate of Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. He later co-founded Concord Computing, a pioneer in POS systems, before retiring to establish his own consulting company. A long-time resident of North Reading, MA, Steve was Chairman of the Finance Committee and a member of the Hillview Commission and golf handicap Chairman. He retired to The Villages in 2003 where he lived his dream of playing golf daily and never ever wearing his watch again!

Paul Robert Sutterer, 88, of Summerfield, Florida, passed away on December 3, 2025. Born on February 1, 1937, in Worthington, Minnesota, Paul devoted nearly six decades of his life to the Lutheran ministry, faithfully serving congregations across Iowa, Illinois, Minnesota, New York City, Maryland, and Florida. Paul was preceded in death by his parents, William and Florence; his brothers, William and Dittmar; and his sister, Mary Jane. He is survived by his daughter, Michelle Strezishar, and his son, Mike Sutterer, as well as five beloved grandchildren who brought him immense joy. A memorial service honoring Paul's life will be held on Monday, February 2, at 10:00 a.m. at Hope Lutheran Church in The Villages, Florida.

Rangpur farmers achieve record Aman rice harvest this season, enjoying high yields and strong market prices.Photo : BSSRANGPUR, Dec 21, 2025 (BSS) - Despite facing drought-like conditions during the initial stages of cultivation, farmers in the Rangpur agricultural region have produced over 20 lakh tonnes of clean Aman rice this season. Farmers have produced 20,00,614 tonnes of clean Aman rice (30,00,921 tonnes of paddy) against the set production target of 20,10,505 tonnes of clean Aman rice in the region this season. Cultivation of high-yielding and hybrid varieties of Aman rice in more land areas resulted in an excellent yield rate leading to the super bumper production of Aman rice this season. "However, farmers have finally produced 20,00,614 tonnes of clean Aman rice this season, higher by 12,654 tonnes against last year's production of 19,87,960 tonnes of clean Aman rice in the region," Krishibid Islam said. "After harvesting Aman rice, farmers are sowing seeds of potatoes, winter vegetables and other Rabi crops in the same land," he said, adding that farmers in rural areas are busy celebrating the Nabanna festival with their newly harvested Aman rice now.

The court has granted bail to Abdul Hannan, a former owner of the motorcycle initially linked by the RAB to the fatal attack on Inqilab Moncho Convenor Shari Osman bin Hadi. On Dec 12, Hadi was attacked near the Bijoynagar Water Tank while travelling in a rickshaw. He was arrested on Dec 13 from Chand Udyan in Mohammadpur by the RAB and handed over to Paltan Police on Dec 14. During remand, Hannan told the court he had sold the bike to a showroom and could not change ownership due to illness. A case was filed on Dec 14 by Abdullah Al Jaber, member secretary of Inqilab Moncho, naming Faisal Karim Masud and unidentified individuals as suspects.

At this stage, we believe around another 15 lakh taxpayers will submit their returns online,” he said. The NBR chairman made the remarks while speaking as the chief guest at the inauguration of an income tax return submission support booth at the Dhaka Reporters’ Unity (DRU) today where a request was made to extend the return submission deadline. The DRU has taken a special initiative to assist its members in preparing and submitting their income tax returns. Rahman also said preparations were underway to introduce digital VAT return submission, which is expected to be launched next year. According to the NBR chairman, around 4.2 million taxpayers have registered for online return submission, while more than 2.6 million have already filed their returns.

BNP leaders pray for Chairperson Khaleda Zia’s recovery, praising her as enduring democracy symbol. Photo: BSSKHULNA, Dec 21, 2025 (BSS) - BNP Information Affairs Secretary and party candidate for Khulna-4 constituency Azizul Bari Helal today said that despite imprisonment, repression and conspiracies, BNP Chairperson and former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia continues to remain a symbol of democracy in Bangladesh. He made the remarks at a doa mahfil held at Terokhada Upazila of the district on Saturday, seeking Khaleda Zia's recovery. Earlier in the day, Helal attended a views-exchange meeting with women at Chagladahi Dhankhali in Terokhada, where he urged people to pray for Khaleda Zia's early recovery. In the evening, Helal joined separate views-exchange meetings with members of the Hindu community in Karalia and attended a waz mahfil at Ichamati as the chief guest.

Photo: BSSSATKHIRA, Dec 21, 2025 (BSS) - Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) has seized various goods including Indian ice meth and wincarex drugs and bidis in a special anti-smuggling operation at the border of Satkhira Sadar and Kalaroa upazilas of the district. “The paramilitary special operation teams of Bakal Check Post, Toluigacha, Madra, Sultanpur and Chanduria BOP seized drugs worth Tk.213.57 crore from Sadar and Kalaroa upazila during the last night and today,” according to a BGB official release issued here today. It said a special team of Battalion Sadar seized 4 kg and 250 grams of Ice Meth, 40 bottles of wincarex syrup and a motorcycle from Raichpur in Satkhira Sadar Upazila. Lieutenant Colonel Kazi Ashiqur Rahman said that the seized goods were handed over to Satkhira Customs. Besides, the seized narcotics were deposited in the BGB store for destruction after filing a general diary with Satkhira Narcotics Control Department, he said.

Young farmer Sumon Mia pioneers yellow watermelon cultivation on Jamuna char lands, inspiring local farmers. Inspired by videos he watched on YouTube, Sumon decided to experiment with watermelon cultivation for the first time. Taking a bold step, he leased five bighas of land and personally initiated the cultivation of yellow watermelon this year. Interest in off-season watermelon cultivation is growing among farmers due to its high market value. With proper planning and support, watermelon cultivation could contribute significantly to the economic development of the region.

Three killed as truck and four vehicles plunge into Dhaleshwari River from ferry in Bagerhat. Photo : BSSNARAYANGANJ, Dec 21, 2025 (BSS) - Three people were killed after five vehicles, including a truck, plunged into the Dhaleshwari River from a ferry while crossing the river here. Two bodies were recovered from the river by the river police divers around 1:30 am, while another victim later died while undergoing treatment at a private hospital. Police said a ferry left Narsingpur ghat on Saturday night heading towards Baktabali ghat. After the incident, the truck driver managed to swim ashore, but three persons went missing.

DHAKA, Dec 21, 2025 (BSS) - Wicketkeeper-batter Akbar Ali is hopeful aboutproving his credentials as a pure batter in the upcoming Bangladesh PremierLeague (BPL) T20 tournament, should he secure a spot in the star-studdedRajshahi Warriors squad. Traditionally a wicketkeeper-batter, Akbar will have a slightly differentrole this season. The team management has entrusted veteran Mushfiqur Rahimwith the wicketkeeping duties, allowing Akbar to focus purely on his batting. Akbar is now eager to carry that form into the BPL to strengthen his case fora national team call-up. Hopefully, if Iearn a spot in the Rajshahi team, I'll have a good BPL."

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The Election Commission (EC) has said the overall law and order situation remains under control, while warning of strict action against anyone seeking to disrupt the electoral process. On Sunday, the constitutional body responsible for organising the parliamentary election said efforts were under way to identify those attempting to undermine the polls. It also directed law-enforcing agencies to act firmly against activities that could damage the election environment. At the same time, the EC decided to resume joint forces operations, saying the move would help restore and strengthen public confidence. The decisions came during a meeting at the Nirbachan Bhaban with the heads of different law-enforcing agencies.

Foreign affairs adviser Touhid Hossain. “Regarding the Indian press note, we completely reject it, entirely reject it. Our mission is located deep inside the diplomatic area, not at the periphery,” foreign affairs adviser Touhid Hossain told reporters at the foreign ministry here this afternoon. He said that the issue had been oversimplified in the Indian press note, while the Bangladesh Mission in New Delhi is located deep inside a sensitized and secured diplomatic area. Asked about the format of Dhaka’s protest, he said both sides remain in contact through diplomatic channels and convey their positions accordingly, adding that Bangladesh was compelled to respond openly following the Indian press note.

DHAKA, Dec 21, 2025 (BSS) - Bangladesh leg-spinner Rishad Hossain continued toshine after delivering yet another impressive bowling spell in HobartHurricane's seven-wicket win over Melbourne Renegades at the Big Bash League(BBL) today at Geelong, Australia. Chris Jordan was the pick of the bowler for Hobart with 4-19 but Rishad gavethe middle overs impetus, claiming 1-21 in four overs to help the siderestrict Melbourne Renegades for paltry 145-9. Nikhil Chaudhury then led the charge with the willow, smashing a marauding 38ball-79 to guide the side to winning total of 149-3 for second victory inthree matches. Rishad also delivered an economical spell in his side's victory in the firstmatch but despite his two-wicket haul, Hobart Hurricanes lost their secondgame against Melbourne Stars.