Takeover of vote centers must be prevented: Asif Mahmud
NCP spokesperson Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuiyan today addressed a road show organised by Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami at Kompaniganj market in Muradnagar. He made the remarks this morning while addressing a road show organised byBangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami at Kompaniganj market in Muradnagar upazila here. Ensure victory for the 'Yes' vote in the generalpolls." "Vote for 'Yes' and ensure the establishmentof a just Bangladesh when the alliance comes to power," he added. Yusuf Sohel, 11-party alliance candidate for Comilla-3 [Muradnagar]constituency, appealed to voters to oppose "Indian dominance, extortionists,and stone-throwers" in the upcoming election.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 28, 2026 11:53 UTC
Saudi envoy discusses Hajj management issues with Hossain
Saudi ambassador in Dhaka Dr Abdullah ibn Dhafer ibn Ubayya today met with religious affairs adviser Dr AFM Khalid Hossain at the secretariat. Photo: PIDDHAKA, Jan 28, 2026 (BSS) – Saudi ambassador in Dhaka Dr Abdullah ibn Dhafer ibn Ubayya today called on religious affairs adviser Dr AFM Khalid Hossain and discussed matters related to Hajj management particularly the house rent issues, officials said. Hossain, he said, told the ambassador that the ministry was monitoring all Hajj activities including progress of house rent contracts for Bangladeshi Hajj pilgrims. The adviser thanked the envoy for his significant role in determining Bangladesh’s Hajj quota for this year and expressed gratitude to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Religious affairs secretary Md Kamal Uddin, additional secretary (Hajj) Dr Ayatul Islam and joint secretary Dr Md Manjurul Haque were present at the meeting.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 28, 2026 11:49 UTC
Pakistan face Australia with T20 World Cup participation uncertain
LAHORE, Pakistan, Jan 28, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Pakistan take on Australia in athree-match Twenty20 international series starting in Lahore from Thursday,despite doubts over their participation in next month's World Cup incricket's shortest format. However, despite the doubts, the Pakistan team was preparing for the WorldCup with skipper Salman Agha stressing the importance of the Australiaseries. "These three games will give us an idea how prepared we are for the WorldCup," Agha told a news conference on Wednesday. "We need to see how many boxes we tick in the series which are important forthe World Cup as we aim to do well and win the Cup," Agha said. Marsh still believes Australia were ready for the World Cup tune-up series.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 28, 2026 11:43 UTC
Don't fall into anyone's trap during polls, Div Commissioner to Journos
Photo: BSSRAJSHAHI, Jan 28, 2026 (BSS)- Rajshahi Divisional Commissioner Dr BazlurRashid has said that the real truth must be published without falling intoanyone's trap during elections. There is no scope to stay away from the media, as the media broadcasts newsabout their activities. Highlighting the deep trust the general public places in the media, theDivisional Commissioner said that elections are a very important public-oriented matter. During voting periods, people remain highly alert, and thepublic looks to the media for information, he said. District Information Office Director Tazkia Akbari, Deputy Director NafeyalaNasreen, Senior Assistant Commissioner Md.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 28, 2026 11:43 UTC
Election campaigning heats up in Jamalpur-4
JAMALPUR, Jan 28, 2026 (BSS) - Campaigning has gained momentum in Jamalpur-4 (Sarishabari) constituency as candidates intensify their electioneering ahead of the upcoming national election. Abdul Awal alleged that corruption has taken place in the distribution of government allowances, including old-age, widow and maternity allowances, depriving many eligible beneficiaries. Regarding the July Charter, he said Jamaat leaders and activists are campaigning in its favour and distributing leaflets seeking a 'Yes' vote alongside election campaigns. He also urged the Election Commission to take necessary measures to ensure a free, fair, peaceful and violence-free election. According to the Election Office, the Jamalpur-4 constituency has a total of 301,045 voters, including 149,228 men, 151,816 women and one transgender voter.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 28, 2026 11:34 UTC
Economy rebounds but major challenges lie ahead: Planning Adviser
Planning Adviser Dr Wahiduddin Mahmud -File PhotoDHAKA, Jan 28, 2026 (BSS) - Planning Adviser Dr Wahiduddin Mahmud today said that although Bangladesh’s economy has made a turnaround, but major structural challenges still lie ahead. The Planning Adviser made the remarks while addressing a seminar titled “Economic Stability and Challenges for the Next Government” and the “ERF Scholarship-2026 Award Ceremony”, as the chief guest organised by the Economic Reporters’ Forum (ERF) in the capital. Dr Mahmud said imports of industrial raw materials have increased, export growth has been maintained, while the external sector remains stable. The Planning Adviser warned that it would take a long time to recover from the damage caused by money laundering and mismanagement in the banking sector. Despite various limitations, the Planning Adviser said the government is working to stabilise the economy and implement necessary reforms, the outcomes of which will become clearer in the future.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 28, 2026 11:24 UTC
Case over Tk 240mn ‘embezzlement’ against S Alam, PK Halder and 11 others goes to trial
A Dhaka court has indicted 13 people, including S Alam Group Chairman Mohammad Saiful Alam and former managing director of Reliance Finance Limited (now Aviva Finance Limited) Prashanta Kumar (PK) Halder, in a case over the alleged embezzlement of Tk 240 million. Dhaka Special Judge’s Court-8 Judge Nure Alam Bhuiyan framed charges against the accused on Wednesday. The recording of testimony will begin on Mar 1, the court’s bench assistant Fazlur Rahman confirmed. Only two of the accused are currently in jail. The rest are absconding.
Source:bd News24
January 28, 2026 11:16 UTC
Venezuela's acting president says US unfreezing sanctioned funds
During his first term, US President Donald Trump also froze Venezuelan funds in international accounts, which Maduro estimated in 2022 amounted to some $30 billion. "We are unfreezing resources from Venezuela that belong to the Venezuelan people," Delcy Rodriguez, acting as president since Maduro's toppling in a deadly US military operation on January 3, said on state TV. "This will allow us to invest significant resources in equipment for hospitals -- equipment we are acquiring in the United States and in other countries." Trump has since called Rodriguez's leadership "very strong" and said the United States is already taking a cut of Venezuela's oil. Rodriguez "is well aware of the fate of Maduro," Rubio is to tell the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, according to prepared testimony.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 28, 2026 11:13 UTC
WesBanco Announces Fourth Quarter 2025 Financial Results
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Source:Daily Sun
January 28, 2026 11:10 UTC
July Charter an agreement between people and political parties: Ali Riaz
Photo: BSSDHAKA, Jan 28, 2026 (BSS)- Chief Adviser’s Special Assistant Professor Ali Riaz today said the July National Charter is an agreement between the people of Bangladesh and the country’s political parties. “Thirty political parties formulated the agendas through uninterrupted discussions over a long nine-month period. Therefore, the responsibility of implementing this agreement also rests with the political parties, as it will turn the dreams of countless martyrs true,” he said. Ali Riaz said the country’s students and common masses have gained freedom from the grip of fascism at the cost of their lives. Therefore, on February 12, everyone must freely and independently exercise their voting rights and vote “Yes” in the referendum, he said.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 28, 2026 11:08 UTC
510 tonnes of rice imported from India reach Benapole
A total of 510 tonnes of parboiled rice have been imported from India through the Benapole Land Port in Jashore after a gap of three months, with the import cost standing at Tk 50 per kg. 31, said Benapole Land Port Traffic Director Md Shamim Hossain. Shyamal Kumar said inspections of the imported rice are being carried out and steps are being taken to ensure swift clearance. He said the cost of importing rice from India to Benapole port stood at Tk 50 per kg, and the rice would be sold in the open market at Tk 51 per kg. Benapole Land Port Traffic Director Md Shamim Hossain said 510 tonnes of coarse (non-basmati) rice had been imported in four consignments, adding that instructions have been given to ensure quick clearance from the port.
Source:bd News24
January 28, 2026 11:04 UTC
Jamaat ameer: We don’t want to engage in hostility over the past
Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman has said his party wants to move the country forward on the basis of justice and fairness, without engaging in conflict or division. “We want to take the country forward based on justice and equity. We do not want to engage in hostilities over the past any longer, nor do we want to divide the nation. I dream about this area just as I dream about the entire country,” Shafiqur said. “Since I will be contesting the election from here, I have specific dreams for this constituency.”
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 28, 2026 11:00 UTC
Family Recipe Box: Snow cooking
Cities and towns are the champions of snow fall, snowdrift, snowpack, and snow storms. Welcome higher snow fall totals. Fruit Juice SlushyINGREDIENTS:½ cup juice (cherry, grape, cranberry, etc)2-3 cups snowDIRECTIONS:Blend together in Nutribullet, or with a spoon. All snow recipes are most successful when you use fresh, fluffy snow, versus granular, packed snow. Snow Ice CreamINGREDIENTS:½ cup milk or light cream¼ cup sugar or powdered sugar1 teaspoon vanillapinch of saltsnowDIRECTIONS:Mix together in a bowl.
Source:Daily Sun
January 28, 2026 10:31 UTC