74 BGB platoons deployed in 4 districts of greater Rangpur
Photo : BSSRANGPUR, Jan 31, 2026 (BSS) - Ahead of the 13th Jatiya Sangsad Elections,3,000 Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) members in 74 platoons have been deployedin four districts of greater Rangpur to control the law and order situationand maintain peace. Rangpur Sector Commander Colonel SM Shafiqur Rahman disclosed thisinformation to local journalists after inspecting the BGB check post in thePark Intersection area of the metropolis on Saturday. He told reporters that 74 BGB platoons have been deployed in 26 base camps inRangpur, Kurigram, Lalmonirhat and Gaibandha districts of greater Rangpurunder the BGB Rangpur sector. SM Shafiqur Rahman said that BGB has mainly started performing its duties asa mobile and striking force. Colonel Shafiqur Rahman said that BGB has increased the dynamics of itsactivities through digital sensors such as drones, body cameras, and CCTVcameras.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 31, 2026 14:30 UTC
People will take the right decision on February 12 polls: Jamaat Ameer
Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman addressed an election rally in Daudkandi, Cumilla. Photo: Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami -FacebookDAUDKANDI, Jan 31, 2026 (BSS) – Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman today said his party has full confidence in the people, expressing hope that the oppressed people of the country will take the right decision in the upcoming national election on February 12. Insha’Allah, the oppressed people will take the right decision on February 12,” he said while addressing an election rally in Daudkandi, Cumilla. Jamaat Ameer said a society that respects mothers is loved by Almighty Allah, while a society that fails to show such respect loses Allah’s mercy. Dr Shafiqur Rahman said that such attitudes send a clear message about the future.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 31, 2026 14:29 UTC
Daylong bird fair held at RU
RAJSHAHI, Jan 31, 2026 (BSS)- A day-long bird fair was held today at Rajshahi University (RU) here with the theme "Watch Birds, Love Birds, Protect Birds". RU Bird Conservation Club with the support of the Department of Zoology organized the fair while two organisations-- Birdshahi and Valent Tech Limited-- provided assistance for it. Among those present were Pro-Vice-Chancellor Professor Farid Uddin Khan, hairman of the Department of Zoology Prof Md. It is worth mentioning that the RU Bird Conservation Club has been organising the fair regularly since 2012. The Birds which migrate from one place to another during a certain time of the year are known as migratory birds.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 31, 2026 14:08 UTC
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January 31, 2026 14:01 UTC
DITF 2026 ends with fetching Tk 393cr in sales; Tk 224.26cr export orders
File PhotoDHAKA, Jan 31, 2026 (BSS) - The country’s premier trade exhibition, the Dhaka International Trade Fair (DITF) 2026 concluded today after a month-long run, recording total sales worth Taka 393 crore and export orders amounting Taka 224.26 crore. According to the organizers, export orders worth Taka 224.26 crore were secured during the fair, while overall sales of goods amounted to Taka 393 crore, marking a 3.42 percent increase compared to 2025. Sectors that received notable export orders included diversified jute products, electrical and electronic goods, home appliances, cosmetics, hygiene products, processed food, handloom products, tableware, home textiles, Nakshi Kantha and fabrics. Export orders were received from Afghanistan, Singapore, Hong Kong, Indonesia, India, Pakistan, Malaysia and Turkey. Considering both foreign buyers and local visitors, an Export Enclave was established to highlight the capabilities of seven top export sectors.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 31, 2026 13:56 UTC
Tarique Rahman seeks votes for ‘Sheaf of Paddy’ giving answer against fascists
BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman today spoke at an election rally held at the BSCIC Industrial Park in Sirajganj. Photo : BSSSIRAJGANJ, Jan 31, 2026 (BSS) - BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman today called upon the countrymen to vote for ‘Sheaf of Paddy’ in the parliamentary election scheduled to be held on February 12 giving answer against fascists. The BNP Chairman said, "We want to live together in peace with people of all religions. The BNP Chairman promised to solve the unemployment problem by establishing new industrial parks across the country including Sirajganj and Pabna. During the two-day campaign in the northern region, Tarique Rahman held four election rallies in Rajshahi, Naogaon, Bogura, and Rangpur.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 31, 2026 13:39 UTC
St Martin’s falls silent as tourists depart
Although tourist travel to St Martin’s is typically permitted every year from Oct 1 to Mar 31, authorities curtailed the season this year, setting Jan 31 as the final date, citing growing environmental risks. MA Abdur Rahman, president of the St Martin’s Hotel, Motel and Resort Owners’ Association, said many business owners failed to recover their investments this season. St Martin’s Union BNP President Nurul Alam said the island’s residents are entirely dependent on tourism. St Martin’s Union Parishad Acting Chairman Foyezul Islam echoed the concern. Strict restrictions were imposed on carrying single-use plastics such as polythene, and tourists were advised to carry their own water flasks.
Source:bd News24
January 31, 2026 13:33 UTC
Captain Hakim leads Bangladesh to 253-9 against Zimbabwe
DHAKA, Jan 31, 2026 (BSS) - A brilliant half-century from Captain Azizul HakimTamim steered Bangladesh Under-19 to a respectable 253-9 in their secondSuper Six phase match of the Youth World Cup at Harare Sports Club today. The Bangladesh youngsters had already made exit from the semifinal race but avictory still is imperative to finish on high. Hakim led the charge with the willow with 87 ball-59, an innings whichincluded six fours. 10 batter Al Fahad chipped-in-with a fluent 23 not out which wasinstrumental in taking the side past the 250-run mark. Tatenda Chimugoro, Shelton Mazvitorera and Michael Blignaut picked up twowickets apiece for Zimbabwe.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 31, 2026 13:26 UTC
Britain, Japan agree to deepen defence and security cooperation
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. Photo: CollectedTOKYO, Jan 31, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Britain and Japan agreed to strengthendefence and economic ties, visiting Prime Minister Keir Starmer said onSaturday, after his bid to forge closer links with China drew warnings fromUS President Donald Trump. Starmer noted that Japan and Britain were the leading economies in a trans-Pacific that includes fellow G7 member Canada, as well as other internationaltrade and defence pacts. Tokyo's ties with Beijing have deteriorated since Takaichi suggested inNovember that Japan could intervene militarily during a potential attack onTaiwan. Britain, Japan and Italy are also developing a new fighter jet after Tokyorelied for decades on the United States for military hardware.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 31, 2026 13:05 UTC
Failure to ensure justice to Jamaat leader’s murder will undermine election integrity: Zubair
Photo: BSSDHAKA, Jan 31, 2026 (BSS) – Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Assistant Secretary-General Ahsanul Mahboob Zubair today said the failure to bring justice for the recent murder of a Jamaat leader in Sherpur will undermine the credibility of the upcoming election. He called upon the Election Commission (EC) and law enforcement agencies to take swift action to ensure a fair electoral process, at press briefing today at the central office of Jamaat-e-Islami at Moghbazar in the capital. We urge the local administration and Election Commission to take appropriate action,” he added. Along with the Jamaat leader in Sherpur, Zubair also referred to several attacks on Jamaat workers in places like Gajipur, Polashbari and Gaibandha. The Jamaat leader reiterated that the Election Commission should take immediate action and ensure that all violators must bring to justice to ensure a peaceful, free, and fair election.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 31, 2026 12:47 UTC
Fakhrul recalls 15 years of political persecution for demanding voting rights
BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir today spoke at a election meetings in Akcha and Chilarang unions of Thakurgaon. Photo : BSSTHAKURGAON, Jan 31, 2026 (BSS) - BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir today said he has been involved in politics throughout his life for establishing the people's voting rights. "In demanding the people's right to vote, I have suffered immense hardship and harassment over the past 15 years. "However, the source of peace is that today the common people have regained their right to vote," Fakhrul added. The BNP secretary general said this is an opportunity for all to move the country forward by remaining united, irrespective of religion.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 31, 2026 12:34 UTC
Five farmers killed as dump truck hits van in Mohadevpur
NAOGAON, Jan 31, 2026 (BSS) - Five indigenous farmers were killed after a dump truck ran over a battery-operated rickshaw-van in Mohadevpur upazila of Naogaon early today. The deceased were identified as Biren Pahan (35), son of late Koko Pahan, Ujjal Pahan (38), son of late Naren Pahan, Bipul Pahan (25), son of Jhotu Pahan, Sanju Urao (45), son of late Mangra Urao, and Biplab Pahan (22), son of Jhotu Pahan. When the van reached the Pathakathi area on the Mohadevpur-Patnitala regional road, a speeding dump truck ran over it. Acting Station Officer of Mohadevpur Fire Service and Civil Defence Abul Kashem said the dump truck was heading towards Patnitala from Mohadevpur when it lost control and ran over the van. After the accident, the dump truck was found abandoned in a roadside canal, while its driver and helper fled the scene.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 31, 2026 12:28 UTC
Death toll from Indonesia landslide rises to 53
Photo: CollectedJAKARTA, Jan 31, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - The death toll from a landslide on Indonesia's main island of Java a week ago rose to 53 on Saturday, a rescue official said, with 10 people still missing. They had recovered and identified 53 bodies by Saturday, said Ade Dian Permana, the head of the local search and rescue agency, up from a previous toll of 44. The Indonesian navy has said that 23 personnel, who were training in the area, were among those caught in the landslide. Such disasters are common across the vast Indonesian archipelago during the rainy season, which typically runs from October to March. Torrential rain also battered Indonesia's Siau island this month, causing a flash flood that killed at least 16 people.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 31, 2026 12:13 UTC
This election is crucial for fulfilling people’s expectation: Sanaullah
Election Commissioner Brig. BHOLA, Jan 31, 2026 (BSS) - Election Commissioner Brig. The commissioner said ahead of the election and referendum, law enforcement agencies, along with vigilance and observation teams, will work actively at the field level. Sanaullah said the law enforcement agencies must remain on maximum alert to prevent the presence of drug addicts and juvenile gangs at polling centers. The coordinated role of the administration, law enforcement agencies, and the Election Commission is crucial for organizing a free, fair, and impartial election.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 31, 2026 12:11 UTC