Iran judiciary chief vows fast trials for suspects arrested over protests
PARIS, France, Jan 14, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Iran's judiciary chief vowed fast-track trials for suspects arrested over a wave of protests which the authorities have dismissed as "riots", state television said Wednesday. "If a person burned someone, beheaded someone and set them on fire then we must do our work quickly," Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei said on a visit to a prison holding protest detainees, in comments broadcast by state television. Iranian news agencies also quoted him as saying the trials should be held "in public" and said he had spent five hours in a prison in Tehran to examine the cases. Rights groups say thousands have been arrested and fear the judiciary will make extensive use of capital punishment.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 14, 2026 08:05 UTC
Iran nationwide internet shutdown has now lasted over 132 hours: monitor
PARIS, France, Jan 14, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - The nationwide shutdown of the internet by authorities in Iran, which activists fear is aimed at masking the true scale of a crackdown on protests, has now lasted over 132 hours, a monitor said Wednesday. "Metrics show #Iran remains offline as the country wakes to another day of digital darkness," said Netblocks in a post on X.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 14, 2026 08:02 UTC
Elections will be held on Feb 12, CA reaffirms US diplomats
Former US Acting Under Secretary Albert Gombis and Ambassador-at-Large Morse Tan called on Professor Yunus at the State Guest House Jamuna. Photo : CA's Press WingDHAKA, Jan 14, 2026 (BSS) - Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Tuesday reaffirmed his government’s commitment to hold the general elections and the referendum as scheduled on February 12. “No matter who says what, elections will be held on February 12—not a day before, not a day after,” the Chief Adviser said, adding that the vote would be free, fair and peaceful, and held in a festive atmosphere. Albert Gombis, a former Acting Under Secretary of State, and Morse Tan, a former Ambassador-at-Large, are visiting Bangladesh ahead of the crucial elections. Both diplomats praised the Chief Adviser for his crucial role in steering the country over the past one and a half years.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 14, 2026 07:26 UTC
Home adviser asks new BGB recruits to uphold the force's image
today called on newly recruited Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) members to uphold the force’s image by embodying discipline, professionalism and the core values of the organisation. The adviser lauded the brilliant parade displayed by the BGB recruits and wished them continued success in every aspect of their respective careers. Stating that BGTC&C has been training BGB recruits for the past 44 years and developing them as 'Alert Guards of the Border', the adviser said since Independence, a total of 72 batches have been successfully trained in the training centre. The adviser thanked and congratulated all concerned, including the BGB Director General for the aesthetic parade and successful holding the event. The parade was declared over by the armed salute given by the smart group of new soldiers to the home adviser.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 14, 2026 07:25 UTC
Japan's Takaichi set to call February snap election: media
TOKYO, Jan 14, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will inform senior party officials Wednesday of her plan to call a general election to capitalise on strong public support for her government, media reports said. Takaichi was appointed Japan's first woman prime minister in October and her cabinet is enjoying an approval rating of around 70 percent. That would pave the way for a snap election, "aiming to increase the number of ruling party seats", the Nikkei said. Public broadcaster NHK also reported Takaichi "is coordinating" a meeting with senior officials to explain her plan. Top government spokesman Minoru Kihara declined to comment on the reports, saying it was "a decision for the prime minister to make".
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 14, 2026 07:04 UTC
Pickup van-auto-rickshaw collision kills youth in Chandpur
CHANDPUR, Jan 14, 2026 (BSS): A youth was killed and two others were injured in a head-on collision between a pickup van and a CNG-run auto-rickshaw in the Wireless area of Chandpur town last night. Officer-in-Charge (OC) of Chandpur Sadar Model Police Station Fayez Ahmed confirmed the incident this morning. One of the injured passengers was identified as Md Momin, 19, son of Quddus of the same area. Sources at the emergency department of Chandpur Sadar Hospital said local people rescued the injured and took them to the hospital. Sub-Inspector Mujibur Rahman of Chandpur Sadar Police Station said the body was brought to Chandpur Sadar Hospital where an inquest report was prepared.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 14, 2026 06:50 UTC
Unused land utilized for pesticide-free vegetable farming in Dighalia
Dighalia’s pesticide-free vegetable garden transforms fallow government land into sustainable food hub inspiring local farmers everywhere. The initiative was launched in 2024 by former Dighalia Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO) Md Ariful Islam, who undertook a plan to bring nearly 20 decimals of long-neglected land inside the Dighalia Upazila Parishad complex under cultivation. The Dighalia Upazila Agriculture Extension Office has been providing regular guidance and technical support, ensuring that environment-friendly and modern cultivation methods are followed. As a result, the garden is yielding satisfactory production of fresh and pesticide-free vegetables. Producing pesticide-free vegetables ensures safe food and serves as a role model for others," he said.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 14, 2026 06:19 UTC
Business Owner Barry Wolfert ’88 Launches Campaign to Flip Deep-Red Georgia House District
Hailing from Marietta, Georgia, Wolfert is running in the safely Republican 11th District, which backed Trump by 23 percent in the 2024 general election. The last Democrat to win a general election in such a red district was now-former Rep. Kendra Horn (D-O.K. ), who won a 25 percent Trump district in 2018. Wolfert discovered that the event was cancelled and Loudermilk was a “no-show.”“The guy doesn’t show up, literally,” Wolfert said. Breathe.”The Georgia Primary Election will take place on Tuesday, May 19 and the midterm election is slated to begin on Tuesday, Nov. 3.
Source:Daily Sun
January 14, 2026 05:54 UTC
Keys overcomes serve demons to win latest Australian Open warm-up
ADELAIDE, South Africa, Jan 14, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Defending Australian Open champion Madison Keys overcame some first-set serve wobbles to win her latest warm-up match for the opening Grand Slam of the year on Wednesday. The 30-year-old American, who will be seeded ninth when the Australian Open begins on Sunday, beat Czech teenager Tereza Valentova 6-4, 6-1 at the Adelaide International. "I was able to take momentum in the second set and play really well. World number 60 Valentova is one of a number of rising young talents on the women's circuit. Keys began her 2026 Australian Open preparations last week in Brisbane, losing in the quarter-finals to world number one Aryna Sabalenka in a rematch of last year's Australian Open final.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 14, 2026 05:49 UTC
From bricklayer to record-breaker: Brentford's Thiago eyes World Cup berth
LONDON, Jan 14, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Brentford striker Igor Thiago has already made Premier League history: now the Brazilian hopes to take his unlikely success story to the World Cup. He set a record for the most goals by a Brazilian in a single Premier League season when he netted twice in Brentford's 3-0 win over Sunderland on January 7. Gabriel Jesus, Richarlison, Philippe Coutinho, Juninho and Robinho are among the other Brazil forwards to have played in the Premier League. Thanks to Thiago's scoring spree, Brentford have climbed to fifth place in the Premier League, sparking unexpected dreams of Champions League qualification. Already linked with a move to Premier League leaders Arsenal, he has been catapulted into contention for a place in Brazil's World Cup squad.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 14, 2026 05:49 UTC
JPMorgan Chase reports mixed results as Dimon defends Fed chief
While revenues rose seven percent to $45.8 billion, bank executives expressed disappointment at the performance of investment banking. Executives also took issue with a call by Trump last week to cap credit card interest at 10 percent. In its commercial and investment bank, JPMorgan benefited from increases in trading-related revenues in financial markets, but investment banking revenue and fees both fell. The drop in earnings from the year-ago period was due to higher credit costs, with JPMorgan establishing a $2.2 billion reserve to cover the Apple credit card portfolio. Dimon said "the US economy has remained resilient," adding that "while labor markets have softened, conditions do not appear to be worsening.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 14, 2026 04:17 UTC
Griezmann curls Atletico past Deportivo La Coruna into Copa quarters
A CORUEA, Spain, Jan 14, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Antoine Griezmann's free-kick helped Atletico Madrid squeeze past second-tier Deportivo La Coruna 1-0 on Tuesday to reach the Copa del Rey quarter-finals. Veteran forward Griezmann's perfectly-placed effort broke the deadlock in the 61st minute, as the sides met for the first time in nearly eight years. French forward Griezmann, 34, struck the woodwork towards the end of the first half as Atletico dominated but could not find a way through. Shortly afterwards Atletico took the lead, with Griezmann delicately curling a free-kick into the top right corner from just outside the area, and it proved decisive. Real Madrid, led by new coach Alvaro Arbeloa, visit Albacete on Wednesday and Copa del Rey holders Barcelona travel to face second division leaders Racing Santander on Thursday.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 14, 2026 04:05 UTC
NBR issues C&F Agent Licensing Rules 2026
DHAKA, Jan 14, 2026 (BSS) - The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has issued the Customs Clearing and Forwarding (C&F) Agent Licensing Rules, 2026 with a view to enhancing service quality for importers and exporters in a competitive environment. 04-Law/2026/Customs) on January 8, 2026, repealing the Customs Agent Licensing Rules, 2020, in line with the provisions of the Customs Act, 2023, an NBR press release said today. Earlier, there was no separate and dedicated set of rules for issuing C&F agent licences. Licences were previously issued under the Customs Agent Licensing Rules, 2020. To modernise and streamline the operations of customs clearing and forwarding agents, the NBR has now formulated an independent and updated regulatory framework under the C&F Agent Licensing Rules, 2026.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 14, 2026 03:53 UTC
Sinner in way as Alcaraz targets career Grand Slam in Australia
MELBOURNE, Jan 14, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Carlos Alcaraz is targeting a career Grand Slam at the Australian Open but winning the only major to elude him will be no easy feat with great rival Jannik Sinner standing in his way. "When I just go to the pre-seasons to what I want to improve, what I want to achieve, Australian Open is there." Should he snap his Australia drought at the tournament starting on Sunday, Alcaraz would become the youngest man to bank a career Grand Slam, surpassing retired compatriot Rafael Nadal. Alcaraz faces a significant roadblock in Italy's Sinner, the two-time defending champion who is chasing his own slice of history. - Djokovic record hunt -While Sinner is the defending champion, Alcaraz leads 10-6 in their head-to-head record and bumped Sinner from the season-ending world number one spot.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 14, 2026 03:33 UTC
Boeing annual orders top Airbus for first time since 2018
NEW YORK, Jan 14, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Boeing secured orders for nearly 1,200 commercial planes last year, topping European rival Airbus for the first time since 2018, according to figures released Tuesday. - Progress with FAA -The improvement in orders marks the latest sign of progress for Boeing after a bruising 2024. Boeing said it delivered 63 planes in December, taking the annual total to 600 for all of 2025. Airbus has dominated deliveries in recent years in the aftermath of the two crashes of Boeing 737 MAX planes that occurred in 2018 and 2019, respectively. Boeing currently lists 6,720 unfilled orders with a backlog of 6,130 after an adjustment under US accounting standards.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 14, 2026 03:33 UTC