Metro rail to open extended route up to Kamalapur in Jan, 2027
Metro rail to open extended route up to Kamalapur in Jan, 2027File photoDHAKA, Jan 13, 2026 (BSS) – Dhaka Mass Transit Company Limited (DMCTL) which operates the metro rail service in the capital is expected to launch its extended service up to Kamalapur station on the new year’s day next year, officials said today. “We have completed 69 percent of works to extend the 1.16 km length of MRT Line-6 line from Motijheel to Kamalapur,” DMCTL Managing Director Faruque Ahmed said. Commercial operation of the country’s maiden metro rail from Uttara to Motijheel began in November 2023. Now the first train leaves Motijheel station at 7 am and the last train at 10:10 pm. On the other side the first train leaves Uttara Uttar station at 6:40 am and the last one at 9:30 pm.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 13, 2026 12:22 UTC
Daily Horoscope for January 13, 2026
General Daily Insight for January 13, 2026 When tension and healing collide, we can find wisdom amidst the chaos. By 5:33 PM EST, combative Mars squares healing Chiron, urging us to face tender spots with firm kindness, especially regarding our oldest aches. Ambitious Mars squares Chiron, throwing your career drive and your personal identity into the cosmic blender. Libra September 23 – October 22 Don’t lie to yourself in your home — it should be a safe place for truth to emerge. Hot-headed Mars and measured Chiron are fussing over your communication style and your daily habits, which means it’s time to think about how you speak on a daily basis.
Source:Daily Sun
January 13, 2026 12:15 UTC
DU observes 163rd birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda
Swami Vivekananda. Photo : CollectedDHAKA, Jan 13, 2026 (BSS)- The 163rd birth anniversary of Swami Vivekanandawas observed today at Dhaka University (DU) through a day-long programmemarked by floral tributes, garlanding, special prayers and discussions. On the occasion of Swami Vivekananda's birth anniversary, flowers wereoffered at the base of his sculpture at the Jagannath Hall of theuniversity. "One of the key aspects of Swami Vivekananda's life and philosophy wasinterfaith harmony and brotherhood. Harmony among people of differentreligions, colours, castes and genders can be strengthened through practicinghis philosophy," Dr Mamun said.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 13, 2026 11:58 UTC
Dhaka summons Myanmar Ambassador
Photo: BSSDHAKA, Jan 13, 2026 (BSS) – The Foreign Ministry today summoned Myanmar Ambassador U Kyaw Soe Moe and expressed deep concern of Bangladesh at the recent incident of gunfire from Myanmar towards Bangladesh near Whykong Union of Teknaf, Cox’s Bazar. “Bangladesh reminded that the unprovoked firing towards Bangladesh is a blatant violation of the international law and a hindrance to good neighbourly relationship,” read a press release issued by the foreign ministry here. During the summon, Bangladesh asked Myanmar to take full responsibility and requisite measures to stop such cross-border firings in future. Dhaka also asked to ensure that whatever happens between the Myanmar authorities and the armed groups in Myanmar should not anyway affect lives and livelihoods of the people in Bangladesh. The Myanmar ambassador assured that his government would take measures to stop such incidents and expressed their sincere sympathy to the injured and her family.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 13, 2026 11:58 UTC
Danish, Greenland officials to meet Vance, Rubio at White House Wednesday
COPENHAGEN, Jan 13, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Denmark's foreign minister said Tuesday that he and his Greenlandic counterpart would meet with US Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the White House on Wednesday. Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen told reporters that he and his Greenlandic counterpart Vivian Motzfeldt had requested a meeting with Rubio, and Vance had asked to "take part in that meeting and will host it." Meanwhile Danish Defence Minister Troels Lund Poulsen said he would be meeting with NATO's Secretary General Mark Rutte on Monday to discuss Arctic security, also together with Motzfeldt.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 13, 2026 11:41 UTC
Educational institutions asked to conduct extensive campaign on referendum
In light of the July National Charter 2025, the referendum on constitutional reform will be held on the same day of the upcoming 13th national elections. All education offices under the two directorates have also been asked to follow these directives. Two separate letters issued from the DSHE and DME were sent to all educational institutions and education offices across the country on Monday. In addition, necessary measures must be taken to display at least two vertical banners in visible places in the front of the buildings in all educational institutions, colleges and offices under the directorate. This campaign should also be carried out through the notice boards of the institutions and social media, it said.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 13, 2026 11:33 UTC
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January 13, 2026 11:28 UTC
At least 100 children killed in Gaza since ceasefire: UN
At least 100 children killed in Gaza since ceasefire: UNGENEVA, Jan 13, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - At least 100 children have been killed in airstrikes and violence in Gaza since the start of the ceasefire three months ago, the United Nations said Tuesday. "More than 100 children have been killed in Gaza since the ceasefire of early October. That's roughly a girl or a boy killed here every day during a ceasefire," James Elder, spokesman for the UN children's agency UNICEF, told reporters in Geneva from Gaza City. He said the children had been killed in "airstrikes, drone strikes, including suicide drones... tank shelling... live ammunition".
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 13, 2026 11:24 UTC
All communication channels with Bangladesh open: Indian army chief
Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi says all branches of the country’s armed forces have communication channels open with Bangladesh in order to “avoid misunderstandings”. He made the remarks on Wednesday during an annual press conference of the Indian Armed Forces in New Delhi, bdnews24.com reports. “As of today, all three services have kept their communication channels fully open,” Dwivedi said. “The Indian Army has multiple channels of communication open, and I remain in regular touch with their chief there.”“In the same way, we are also in contact through our other channels as well. Similarly, the chief of the naval staff and the chief of the air staff have also spoken.
Source:bd News24
January 13, 2026 11:20 UTC
Starting from and Staying with the Nature of Place
They stayed.”Starting from and staying with the nature of place. We call them life places. Starting from and staying with what we can learn from nature in our watersheds, our life places, the idea is to live in ways that are materially simple and inwardly rich. Individuals and neighborhoods, families, and organizations are engaged in doing pieces of the work to reinhabit their life places. Besides the grass-roots, life place politics, I was drawn to bioregionalism by the intense amateur interest in natural history, meaning what’s naked-eye observable.
Source:Daily Sun
January 13, 2026 10:28 UTC
Canada’s Carney visits China to rebuild ties and reduce US dependence
Carney, who arrives Wednesday, aims to double Canada’s non-US exports over the next decade and expand trade partnerships worldwide. “At a time of global trade disruption, Canada is focused on building a more competitive, sustainable and independent economy,” he said. Canadian officials said the visit seeks to re-energize a dormant strategic partnership with China and ease trade frictions, though no major tariff removals are expected. In a related move, two Canadian lawmakers cut short a trip to Taiwan to avoid confusion over Canada’s China policy, while reaffirming Canada’s stance on the self-governed island. Carney will also travel to Qatar and the World Economic Forum in Davos after his China visit, and plans to visit India later this year to further diversify Canada’s international partnerships.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 13, 2026 10:24 UTC
Motorcyclist killed in Lalmonirhat road accident
LALMONIRHAT, Jan 13, 2026 (BSS) - A motorcyclist was killed in a road accident on the Kakina-Chapartola road of the district last night. The deceased was Md Rahibul Islam, 45, son of Md Abu Taleb of Tushbandar area. The accident occurred when a stone-loaded truck hit a motorcycle in the area, leaving motorcycle rider Rahibul killed on the spot. Kaliganj Thana Officer-in-Charge Md Abu Siddique said police seized the killer truck. A case has been filed in this regard.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 13, 2026 10:13 UTC
US revokes over 100,000 visas since Trump’s return
The high number of revocations reflects the broad scope of Trump’s immigration crackdown since returning to the White House. “We will continue to deport these thugs to keep America safe,” the State Department said in its post on X. State Department deputy spokesperson Tommy Pigott said the four main reasons for visa revocations were overstays, driving under the influence, assault, and theft. In November, the State Department had reported revoking around 80,000 non-immigrant visas since Trump’s inauguration for offences including driving under the influence, assault, and theft. Public outrage has also grown over the use of force in Trump’s immigration crackdown.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 13, 2026 10:04 UTC
Adviser: Long-term energy strategy prepared to ensure fuel security
Finance Adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed on Tuesday said the government has prepared a long-term energy strategy recognising fuel security as one of Bangladesh’s major challenges. “Energy remains a critical issue for the economy as both power and energy sectors rely heavily on a secure supply. Responding to a recent Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) report claiming advisers exercise more power than formal institutions, Dr Salehuddin said such narratives are common and not unusual. Addressing concerns over persistently high inflation, Dr Salehuddin said, “High inflation is not just about supply and demand, nor can it be solved simply by increasing the policy rate. Prices can’t be controlled simply by sending inspectors or magistrates and that does not work anywhere, he added.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 13, 2026 10:04 UTC
Asian markets rise, Iran worries push up oil
Asian markets mostly rose on Tuesday with Tokyo closing at a record high on speculation over a snap election, while concerns about Iran pushed oil prices higher. The rallies followed another record finish on Wall Street overnight, where investors shrugged off worries about a US criminal probe of the Federal Reserve central bank. Takaichi became Japan’s first woman prime minister in October and her cabinet has an approval rating of around 70%. Broad optimism over the global economy and technological advances such as artificial intelligence have buoyed market sentiment in recent months. Oil prices rose after US President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on any country trading with Iran, ramping up pressure on Tehran over its violent crackdown on a wave of protests.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 13, 2026 10:04 UTC