Election violence in January kills 4, injures 509 across Bangladesh, says MSF
At least four people have been killed and 509 others injured in 64 incidents of election-related violence across Bangladesh in January, according to rights group Manabadhikar Shongskriti Foundation (MSF). In December, MSF recorded seven election-related violent incidents nationwide, which left one person dead and 27 injured, bdnews24.com reports. In its monthly human rights situation monitoring report sent to the media on Saturday, the last day of January, MSF said election violence emerged as one of the “most severe” human rights crises during the month. Beyond election-related clashes, the organisation reported 24 incidents of political violence in January, in which 215 people were injured. In comparison, December saw 16 incidents of political violence, leaving 124 people injured and four killed.
Source:bd News24
February 01, 2026 01:53 UTC
Turkey blocks aid convoy to Syria's Kobane: NGOs
"Blocking humanitarian aid trucks carrying basic necessities is unacceptable, both from the point of view of humanitarian law and from the point of view of moral responsibility," said the platform, which brings together several NGOs. Kurdish forces accused the Syrian army of imposing a siege on Kobane, also known as Ain al-Arab in Arabic. Turkish authorities have kept the border crossing closed since 2016, while occasionally opening it briefly to allow humanitarian aid to pass through. We want to be sure the aid reaches Kobane and is not redirected elsewhere by Damascus, which has imposed a siege," said Kaya. Kobane is hemmed in by the Turkish border to the north and government forces on all sides, pending the entry into the force of Friday's agreement.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
February 01, 2026 00:53 UTC
Tangail prepares to welcome BNP chief Tarique Rahman
BNP leaders and activists in Tangail are ready to welcome the party’s chief Tarique Rahman, who is en route to the district to deliver his first-ever speech at an election rally. “I came early to sit in the front row, see BNP chairman Tarique Rahman, and listen to him speak,” he said. Sultan Salahuddin Tuku, who is running in the parliamentary polls with a BNP ticket from the Tangail-5 constituency, said: “Tangail is ready to host the biggest rally ever. Leaders and activists have already started arriving at the venue, and it will be packed soon.”Tarique is visiting Tangail after 21 years. Security has been tightened around the rally venue and surrounding areas, with police, RAB, and BGB personnel deployed to maintain order.
Source:bd News24
January 31, 2026 23:20 UTC
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Source:Daily Sun
January 31, 2026 19:44 UTC
Over 700 accused in murder case filed over Jamaat leader's death in Sherpur clash
A murder case has been filed two days after the death of a Jamaat-e-Islami leader during clashes between supporters of rival political parties in Sherpur. More than 700 people have been named as accused in the case, including a BNP candidate contesting the Sherpur-3 parliamentary seat. According to police, the case names BNP nominee Md Mahmudul Haque Rubel and 234 leaders and activists of the BNP and its affiliated organisations. Following his death, Jamaat held a protest rally in Sherpur town on Friday, attended by leaders and activists of the party and its allies. Jamaat chief Shafiqur Rahman is expected to visit Sherpur on Sunday to pay his respects at Rezaur's grave and address an election rally, party officials said.
Source:bd News24
January 31, 2026 19:18 UTC
Two-day Science Fair begins at Rajshahi College
Photo : BSSRAJSHAHI, Jan 31, 2026 (BSS) - A two-day Ninth Science Festival, organized by the Rajshahi College Science Club, began today at the historic Rajshahi College playground. The programme was presided over by the Principal of Rajshahi College, Professor Dr Md Ibrahim Ali. Among others present at the inaugural ceremony were Vice Principal Professor Abu Md Yunus Ali, science fair convener Professor Md Alauddin, and Literature and Cultural Committee convener Professor Dr Shikha Sarkar. Speaking on the occasion, he said there is no alternative to science education for keeping pace with the modern world. In his address, Principal Professor Dr Md Ibrahim Ali emphasized that students must focus more on science education to build a modern, technology-driven country.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 31, 2026 19:13 UTC
Joint forces recover grenades, pistols, ammunition in Bagarpara
File PhotoJASHORE, Jan 31, 2026 (BSS) - Joint forces recovered 10 grenades, three foreign pistols, 19 rounds of bullets and a number of sharp weapons during a drive in Bagarpara today. The operation took place from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Dhorihagra village in Dhalgram Union of Bagarpara Upazila. Acting on intelligence information, a team of police and army, led by Captain Akib, conducted the drive at the house of Chunnu Mollah. Bagarpara Police Station Officer-in-Charge Mahmudul Hasan said the team recovered 10 grenades, three US-made pistols, 19 bullets, a chapati, a knife and a razor from the house. Raihan Mollah, 28, son of Chunnu Mollah and owner of the weapons, could not be apprehended during the operation, the OC added.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 31, 2026 19:08 UTC
Third shipment of US wheat arrives at Ctg port
Another consignment of 58,359 metric tonnes (MTs) of wheat from the United States (US) has arrived at Chittagong Port. Under the agreement, a total of 220,000 MTs of wheat will be imported, while the first and second consignments, comprising 114,093 MTs, arrived earlier. With this shipment, a total of 172,452 MTs of wheat has arrived in Bangladesh under cash purchase agreement No. Bangladesh is importing wheat from the US on a government-to-government (G to G) basis. Under the G to G-01 agreement, Bangladesh has already imported a total of 220,000 metric tonnes of wheat.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 31, 2026 19:03 UTC
TIB slams draft media ordinances as ‘parting mockery’ of press freedom
Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) has sharply criticized the interim government’s newly published draft National Media Commission Ordinance and Broadcasting Commission Ordinance, calling them a “parting mockery” of public expectations for the development of free media and independent broadcasting. In a statement issued on Saturday, TIB said the drafts run counter to long-standing demands—and the recommendations of the Media Reform Commission—for a unified, independent, and effective media regulatory body. Despite more than 10 months having passed since the Media Reform Commission submitted its report, the organization noted that the interim government had shown no initiative to implement its proposals. Referring to the limitations of the existing Press Council and the lack of a comparable framework for broadcast media, Dr Zaman said the Media Reform Commission had clearly recommended the establishment of a single, independent media commission free from government influence, based on research and stakeholder consultations. TIB has urged the interim government not to rush the promulgation of the draft ordinances.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 31, 2026 19:03 UTC
GM Quader calls for ‘No’ vote
Jatiya Party Chairman and Rangpur-3 constituency candidate GM Quader on Saturday said that BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman’s call for ‘Yes’ vote reflects his personal opinion, adding that the party will accept whatever verdict the people deliver. Speaking to journalists during a door-to-door campaign in Rangpur city, GM Quader said everyone has the right to their own views, but the final decision rests with the voters. Without naming Tarique Rahman, Quader reiterated that opinions may differ, but the public will decide whether they support ‘Yes’ or ‘No’ in the vote. He warned that a ‘Yes’ vote could cause serious harm to the country, claiming that it would turn Bangladesh into a terrorism-prone state, bringing no benefits to the people. Responding to a question about the public response to his campaign in Rangpur-3, Quader said he is receiving overwhelming support.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 31, 2026 19:03 UTC
Four candidates face off in Rajshahi-6
Campaign activities have gathered momentum in Rajshahi-6 (Charghat-Bagha) constituency ahead of the 13th National Parliamentary Election scheduled for February 12. However, local sources indicate that the main contest is likely to be between candidates from the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami. Former Charghat Upazila Parishad Chairman Abu Sayeed Chand is contesting with the Sheaf of Paddy symbol as the BNP candidate. Following permission from the Bangladesh Election Commission to begin campaigning on January 22, candidates have been using microphones to reach voters. Many residents are actively discussing and promoting their preferred candidates at local gathering spots.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 31, 2026 19:03 UTC
Journo’s wife found dead at Rajshahi home
The wife of a journalist was found dead while the journalist was injured at their rented house at Hargram Bazar in Rajshahi city on Friday evening. The deceased was identified as Roushan Ara, wife of Golam Kibria Kamal, 60, alias Kamal Malik, deputy editor of local daily ‘Rajshahi Sangbad’. Police rushed to the house around 7pm and found the door locked from inside. Both were taken to Rajshahi Medical College Hospital. Editor of Rajshahi Sangbad Ahsan Habib said they rushed to the hospital after learning about the incident.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 31, 2026 19:03 UTC