We want to play T20 WC but not in India: Bulbul
We want to play T20 WC but not in India: BulbulBangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) President Aminul Islam Bulbul-File photoDHAKA, Jan 22, 2026 (BSS) - Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) President Aminul Islam Bulbul reiterated the government’s stance on refusing to play the upcoming T20 World Cup in India, insisting that Bangladesh remains firm on its position. Our only demand is to play the World Cup — but not in India,” Bulbul said today. Our team is ready.”Bulbul said he would contact the ICC later today to further explain why playing in India is not possible. “We are trying our best to play the World Cup but not in India because the security situation there has not changed. “We feel proud of our cricket, but we have doubts about world cricket.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 22, 2026 13:47 UTC
Mendis' unbeaten 93 anchors Sri Lanka to 271-6 against England
Kusal Mendis. Photo: CollectedCOLOMBO, Jan 22, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Kusal Mendis played the anchor role with a surgeon's touch as Sri Lanka posted a competitive 271 for six after opting to bat first in the opening one-day international against England at Colombo's R. Premadasa Stadium on Thursday. The wicketkeeper batter was left stranded on 93, but his knock proved the glue that held Sri Lanka's innings together after the top order wobbled against England's spin. At 124 for four, with leg-spinners Rehan Ahmed and Adil Rashid asking probing questions, Sri Lanka were staring down the barrel. Sri Lanka were hardly complaining as the last over from Jamie Overton disappeared for 23 runs, Wellalage launching three fours and a six in a blistering cameo of 25 not out from 12 balls.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 22, 2026 13:46 UTC
Tigresses storm into T20 WC Qualifiers Super Six
DHAKA, Jan 22, 2026 (BSS) - The Bangladesh Women's team confirmed the Super Six phase of the ICC T20 World Cup Qualifiers after crushing Namibia by 80 runs at Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur in Nepal today. The victory was their third on the trot, having defeated USA by 21 runs and Papua New Guinea by 30 runs in the first two matches. No Bangladesh batter, however, could reach even a fifty but small contribution from all helped them put up a challenging total. The top three teams from Group A will advance to the Super Six stage, where they will face the top three sides from Group B. The top four teams from the Super Six will qualify for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup to be held in England and Wales in June-July this year.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 22, 2026 13:45 UTC
Key suspect Faisal’s ‘associate’ Rubel to be interrogated for six days over Hadi murder
A Dhaka court has granted police six days to interrogate Faisal Rubel Ahmed, a close associate of Faisal Karim Masud—the prime suspect in the murder of Inqilab Moncho leader Sharif Osman bin Hadi. Hadi, convenor of the Inqilab Moncho and a prospective candidate, rose to prominence during the July Uprising and the movement to ban the Awami League. Inqilab Moncho’s member secretary filed the case over Hadi’s murder. On Jan 6, police submitted the chargesheet in the murder case accusing 17 suspects, including former Chaatra League activist Faisal Karim Masud. Police said Hadi’s murder was politically motivated.
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January 22, 2026 13:41 UTC
ACC prosecutes Rupayan Real Estate chairman over ‘illegal land use’
The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has prosecuted Liaquat Ali Khan Mukul, chairman of Rupayan Real Estate Limited, on charges of illegally obtaining land-use clearance, special project approval, and design and construction permits in violation of a court-imposed stay. The project of the real estate company involved government property and privately owned land. ACC Director General Md Akhtar Hossain revealed the developments at a press conference at the anti-graft agency’s headquarters on Thursday. ACC Deputy Director Afia Khatun filed the case at the commission’s Integrated District Office in Dhaka, he said. The case has been filed against 43 people, including several senior officials of the Rupayan housing company and employees of the Rajdhani Unnayan Kartripakkah.
Source:bd News24
January 22, 2026 13:38 UTC
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January 22, 2026 13:22 UTC
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January 22, 2026 13:11 UTC
Govt. recruits 3,263 officers under special BCS exam
DHAKA, Jan 22, 2026 (BSS) - The government today said it recruited 3,263 doctors officers under a special BSC exam for the health cadre. A Public Administration Ministry statement said the Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS) health cadre officers were recruited at the entry level through the 48th BCS (Special) examination-2025. It said 2,984 of the officers were recruited as assistant surgeons 279 people as assistant dental surgeons. If a probation officer is considered unfit to continue in the service during that period, he or she may be removed from the service in consultation with Bangladesh Public Service Commission (BPSC). As per the notification, the government recruited 279 people as assistant dental surgeon and 2,984 as assistant surgeon under BCS (Health) cadre.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 22, 2026 12:57 UTC
59pc of BNP’s candidates facing financial liabilities, TIB finds
Nearly 59 per cent of the BNP’s candidates contesting in the parliamentary polls have outstanding loans, according to Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB). According to the data presented, a total of 51 political parties are taking part in the national election, with 1,981 candidates in the final race. The TIB report notes that nearly 25.5 per cent of all candidates in the election carry some form of debt or liability. Legal shadows also loom over the race, with 530 candidates -- representing 22.66 per cent -- currently facing active court cases. The total declared electoral expenditure for all candidates stands at Tk 4.64 billion, with an average spending of Tk 2.25 million per person.
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January 22, 2026 12:51 UTC
Barca star Pedri out for month with hamstring injury
Barca star Pedri out for month with hamstring injuryPedri Gonzalez. Photo: CollectedBARCELONA, Jan 22, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Barcelona midfielder Pedri Gonzalez is set for a month out with a hamstring injury, the Spanish champions said on Thursday. Pedri went off hurt in the second half of the 4-2 win at Slavia Prague in the Champions League on Wednesday. "Tests taken this morning have confirmed that first team player Pedri has a muscular injury in his right hamstring," said Barca in a statement. Should Barca beat second-tier Albacete in the Copa del Rey on February 3, Pedri would also be out for the first leg of the semi-finals the following week.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 22, 2026 12:51 UTC
No scope to tour India for T20 World Cup: Asif Nazrul
Youth and Sports Adviser Asif Nazrul - Photo : CollectedDHAKA, Jan 22, 2026 (BSS)— Youth and Sports Adviser Asif Nazrul today said there is no possibility of Bangladesh travelling to India for the upcoming T20 World Cup, as the security situation there has not changed. “The ICC claims that the security situation in India is good enough to host cricket, but what we see is that the situation remains unchanged. Our security concerns did not arise out of thin air; they stemmed from a real incident,” he said. Asif Nazrul also expressed dissatisfaction with how the ICC handled the issue, stating that the governing body focused on standard security protocols while ignoring the incident that triggered Bangladesh’s grievances. According to him, neither the ICC nor the Indian government made any effort to address Bangladesh’s security issues.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 22, 2026 12:31 UTC
European Chamber Chairperson meets Environment Adviser
Chairperson of the European Chamber of Commerce in Bangladesh (EuroCham), Nuria Lopez, paid a courtesy call on Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Adviser to the Ministries of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Water Resources, and Information and Broadcasting. Photo: PIDDHAKA, Jan 22, 2026 (BSS) - Chairperson of the European Chamber of Commerce in Bangladesh (EuroCham), Nuria Lopez, paid a courtesy call on Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Adviser to the Ministries of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Water Resources, and Information and Broadcasting. The meeting took place today at the adviser’s office at the Ministry of Environment at Bangladesh Secretariat. She also directed the Department of Environment to finalize the guidelines at the earliest possible time through stakeholder consultations and by reviewing the relevant laws of the European Union and neighboring countries. She added that the European Union is keen to work with Bangladesh to maintain environmental balance.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 22, 2026 12:26 UTC
Outward remittance repatriation approval now fully online via BIDA OSS portal
DHAKA, Jan 22, 2026 (BSS) - The Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) has officially activated its outward remittance repatriation approval service through the BIDA One Stop Service (OSS) online portal, providing full digital processing for approvals related to royalty, technical know-how, technical assistance and franchise fees. He added that the government has also launched BanglaBiz, a unified digital portal developed by BIDA in partnership with JICA. Currently, it connects the one-stop service portals of BIDA and other investment promotion agencies under one roof. Once 25+ services are directly integrated into BanglaBiz at the end of this month, investors will find processes even faster and simpler. BIDA’s OSS now hosts 142 investor services in total.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 22, 2026 12:01 UTC
Council of Advisers approves several key ordinances, policies
Chief Adviser's Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam briefed the media at the Foreign Service Academy this afternoon. Photo: PIDDHAKA, Jan 22, 2026 (BSS) - The Advisory Council today approved several key ordinances, proposals and policies at its weekly meeting at the Chief Adviser's Office (CAO) here. Later, Chief Adviser's Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam briefed the media at the Foreign Service Academy here this afternoon, saying that the Council discussed 13 major agendas, including multiple ordinances and proposals. Of them, the Council of Advisers approved 11 items while two drafts of two ordinances were sent back for further review, he said. The draft of the Right to Information Ordinance, 2026 also got approval of the Council of Advisers.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 22, 2026 12:01 UTC
Trump signs charter of 'Board of Peace' at Davos
US President Donald Trump in Davos, Switzerland. Photo: CollectedDAVOS, Switzerland, Jan 22, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - US President Donald Trump signed the charter of his so-called "Board of Peace," which he has billed as a body for resolving international conflicts, with other founding members in Davos on Thursday. "Congratulations President Trump, the charter is now in full force, and the board of peace is now an official international organisation," White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said at the signing ceremony.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 22, 2026 11:55 UTC