Amzad highlighted the gap in Bangladesh's domestic T20 structure, noting thatthe National Cricket League (NCL) T20 is the only recognized competitionoutside the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL). "For T20, apart from the NCL T20, we don't have any other recognized domestictournament," Amzad pointed out. He also referred to how neighboring countries like India and Sri Lanka havestructured their domestic T20 competitions to identify new talent. "Countries like India and Sri Lanka have strong domestic T20 systems, and wehope that the CCDM T20 Challenge will play a similar role for us." Historically, we've struggled in T20internationals, so it's crucial to focus on building a strong T20 team."

Call for unity in support of the Sheaf of Paddy Symbol to ensure women’s safetyPhoto: BSSRAJSHAHI, Jan 27, 2026 (BSS) - The country’s 13th National Parliamentary Election is scheduled to be held on February 12. As part of this campaign, a large women’s rally was held today (Tuesday) in the Kalupara area of Bargachhi Union under Paba Upazila. Addressing the gathering, she called on women, men, and the young generation alike to unite and vote for the Sheaf of Paddy symbol. She therefore urged all women to unite and ensure victory by voting for the Sheaf of Paddy symbol. At the end of the rally, the women present pledged to vote for the Sheaf of Paddy symbol and ensure its victory.

Photo: BSSKHULNA, Jan 27, 2026 (BSS) - A total of 311 people have been arrested in the Sundarbans East Forest area for various crimes related to forest, including illegal deer hunting and fishing during the past eight months. During the period, security forces, including the Coast Guard and Forest Department, have conducted numerous drives and nabbed them. They also seized 242 kilograms of venison and 351 boats and trawlers. According to the Forest Department, from May to December 2025, joint operations in the Shyamnagar and Chandpai ranges of the Sundarbans East Forest led to arrests for illegal deer poaching, fishing, crab catching, and other offenses. The authorities have emphasized a "zero-tolerance policy" to protect the biodiversity of the Sundarbans, he added.

BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman on Tuesday urged people, regardless of caste, creed or religion, to remain united like in 1971 and the July Uprising to ensure his party’s victory in the February-12 election and rebuild the country. If we remain united, just as we won independence and removed autocracy, we will be able to build the Bangladesh we dream of,” he told the crowd. Tarique said rebuilding Bangladesh in line with people’s aspirations requires one slogan: “Work for the country, build the nation; Bangladesh above everything.”“Bangladesh will move forward only if we remain united. Tarique introduced 24 BNP candidates from Mymensingh, Jamalpur, Netrokona and Sherpur, handing them the party’s paddy sheaf symbol. But you must not leave after voting.”“You must stay at the polling centres and ensure votes are properly counted.

BFUJ Secretary General Kader Gani Chowdhury. File PhotoDHAKA, Jan 27, 2026 (BSS) – Bangladesh Federal Union of Journalists (BFUJ) Secretary General Kader Gani Chowdhury today said sports and physical activities are indispensable for the physical, mental and intellectual development of the children“Sports represent the health, joy and pride of a nation. Along with education, children need a healthy and enjoyable life, and sports play a vital role in ensuring that,” he said. "Sports have greater importance in educational institutions," Kader Gani added. The programme was presided over by BPJA President AKM Mohsin, while its General Secretary Babul Talukder conducted the event.

NCP Convener Nahid Islam attended at a press conference at the party's Fakirapul office under the Dhaka-8 constituency. Photo: BSSDHAKA, Jan 27, 2026 (BSS) - National Citizen Party (NCP) Convener Nahid Islam today said no attempt to rehabilitate Awami League-style politics would be allowed in Bangladesh, stressing the need to safeguard democratic values and ensure a fair political environment in the post-uprising period. Nahid Islam alleged that Nasiruddin Patwary, chief coordinator of the NCP, was obstructed and pelted with bricks and stones when he went to Habibullah Bahar College as an invited guest. Referring to the post-uprising political context, Nahid Islam said the mass movement had created an opportunity to establish a new political culture based on accountability and democratic practices. The NCP convener said his party was not interested in dwelling on the past but was focused on ensuring a free, fair and neutral election.

What we have asked for is an alternative venue,” he told reporters responding to a question after a meeting of the Economic Affairs Committee at the Secretariat. Referring to past precedents, the adviser said the International Cricket Council (ICC) earlier arranged neutral venues for teams facing security or political concerns. So, providing an alternative venue is nothing unusual,” he added. Explaining the rationale behind the government’s decision, the adviser pointed to security concerns arising from political developments in the host country. In that context, the government considered the safety of our players and the security of spectators and that is why this decision was taken, he added.

Photo: BSSDHAKA, Jan 27, 2026 (BSS) - Old Dhaka outfit Farashganj Sporting Club blankedBangladesh Krira Shikkha Protishthan (BKSP) Football Club by 2-0 goals in theWomen's Football League (WFL) held at Birshreshtha Shaheed Sepoy MohammadMostafa Kamal Stadium in the city's Kamalapur today (Tuesday). After the barren first half, Monika Chakma put Farashganj ahead in the 56thminute while Shamsunnahar Jr. sealed the victory scoring the second goal forFarashganj in the 90+2nd minute of the match.

DHAKA, Jan 27, 2026 (BSS)—A brilliant all-round performance from Mohammad Paran helped Duronto team thrash Durbar by 28 runs in their opening match of the CCDM T20 Challenge Cup today at Cricketers Academy Ground in Purbachal, Dhaka. Opening the innings, Mohammad Paran struck a superb 35 ball-64, studded by three fours and six sixes, as Duronto piled up 155-9 in the stipulated 20 overs. Paran held together the innings astutely amid the wickets tumbling around him after his side was asked to bat first. Ariful Jony and Sheikh Arif Billah took two wickets apiece for Durbar. Paran (3-25) and Moahmmad Shoaib (3-29) picked up three wickets apiece to derail Durbar batting line up.

EU to show Google how to open up to rival AI servicesBRUSSELS, Belgium, Jan 27, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Google must provide rival AIservices equal access to its features and other search engine platformsaccess to data, the EU said on Tuesday, as it said it would help the giantover six months to comply with rules. The EU executive said it would launch proceedings to help Google preparemeasures in line with its flagship rulebook, the Digital Markets Act (DMA). The European Commission wants to ensure Google gives rival AI serviceproviders equal access to its Android operating system, and demands theAmerican titan grants competing search engines access to search data. Brussels believes the move will allow rivals "to optimise their services andoffer users genuine alternatives to Google Search". That came after the EU slapped Google with a 2.95-billion-euro ($3.5 billion)fine in September for breaking competition rules.

RAJSHAHI, Jan 27, 2026 (BSS) - A three-day-long International Conference titled "5th International Conference on Electrical, Computer and Telecommunication Engineering (ICECTE 2026)" is going to be held at Rajshahi University of Engineering and Technology (RUET) from Friday. RUET, Faculty of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) is set to host the international conference to advance research and innovation to address rapidly changing technological challenges of the modern world. Although the formal inauguration of the conference will take place on January 30, various technical sessions involving conference participants will be held on January 29. Highlighting the uniqueness of the conference, Professor Dr. Bashir Ahmed, Dean of the Faculty of Electrical and Computer Engineering, said that renowned professors from the United States, Australia, and Japan will attend different sessions as keynote speakers. It is also sponsored by several government and autonomous organizations, including the ICT Division of the Government, UGC, and the Bangladesh Computer Council.

Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Adviser Muhammad Fouzul Kabir Khan. Fouzul said Bangladesh remains interested in taking part in the Cricket World Cup and other ICC events, provided that suitable arrangements are made. Referring to previous precedents, Muhammad Fouzul Kabir Khan said the International Cricket Council (ICC) has previously arranged neutral venues for teams facing security or political concerns. It is a practice that already exists in international cricket,” he said. Explaining the rationale behind the government’s decision, the Adviser referred to security concerns arising from political developments in the host country.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman on Tuesday said his party would reopen closed mills and factories and establish new industries if it comes to power with people’s mandate. Expressing concerns over the decline of Khulna’s industrial and agricultural sectors, the Jamaat Ameer said a number of factories had been shut down due to wrong policies and widespread looting by previous governments. Talking about the youth of the country, the Jamaat chief said his party does not want to insult the youth by offering unemployment allowances. The Jamaat Ameer also expressed deep concern over incidents of violence and clashes in different parts of the country centering elections. We want a ‘curse-free Bangladesh’ by February 13,” the Jamaat ameer said.

Chief of Army Staff General Waker-Uz-Zaman has instructed army personnel to maintain neutrality while performing duties during the upcoming national parliamentary election and referendum. He said army members must ensure professionalism, neutrality, discipline, patience, and citizen-friendly behavior while carrying out their responsibilities during the election and referendum. The instructions were given on Tuesday while the army chief inspected the activities of troops deployed in Rangpur and Rajshahi, according to a press release issued by the Inter Services Public Relation Directorate (ISPR). During a meeting held at the Rangpur Circuit House, the army chief exchanged views with senior military officers, officials of the divisional and district administrations, and representatives of various law enforcement agencies. The meetings discussed inter-institutional coordination, overall security planning, and field-level preparedness to ensure that the upcoming election is held in a peaceful, fair, and neutral manner.

Why didn’t they resign then?” Tarique asked while addressing an election rally at the Mymensingh Circuit House ground in the afternoon. Referring to recent political rhetoric, Tarique said a political party was currently using the language of a “fugitive autocrat” against the BNP. “You must have seen in the newspapers that at this moment a political party is using the language of the autocrat who has fled, against the BNP. “When Khaleda Zia took charge of the country in 2001, Bangladesh gradually began to come out of the clutches of severe corruption,” he said. Extensive preparations were taken to turn the program into a mass gathering, with posters and banners welcoming Tarique Rahman displayed across Mymensingh city.