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EC Completes Global Postal Ballot Distribution for Expatriates
The distribution of ballots for these voters will begin after the allocation of election symbols on January 21, and the full domestic process—sending and receiving ballots—is expected to take about seven days.
January 10, 2026
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Tariq Rahman Takes Charge as BNP Chairman
Tariq Rahman assumes leadership of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) after the position became vacant due to the passing of Begum Khaleda Zia.
January 9, 2026
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Shuaib Ahmed, BUET Topper of 2015, Passes Away After Battling Brain Tumor
Shuaib Ahmed, who secured the first position in Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) entrance exam in 2015, has passed away after a prolonged battle with a brain tumor.
January 9, 2026
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Government Cuts Allocations for Mega Projects, Saving 12,255 Crore Taka
The interim government reduces funding for major infrastructure projects under the Awami League's tenure, cutting costs by over 12,000 crore Taka.
January 9, 2026
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4 Killed as Bus Catches Fire After Three-Vehicle Collision in Comilla
Four people, including a child, were burned to death after a bus caught fire following a collision involving a bus, an autorickshaw and a motorcycle on the Dhaka–Chittagong highway in Daudkandi, Comilla.
January 9, 2026
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Bangladeshi Fisherman Injured by Gunfire from Myanmar Border
A Bangladeshi fisherman was injured by gunfire while fishing in the Naf River near Teknaf, as fresh shooting was reported from across the Myanmar border. Border authorities have advised residents to remain indoors amid rising tensions.
January 9, 2026
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DU Syndicate Frames Charges Against Four Teachers
Dhaka University’s Syndicate has framed charges against four Blue Panel teachers, all known as Awami League–affiliated teacher leaders. The move initiates a formal process that could ultimately lead to their dismissal.
January 9, 2026
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Bangladesh Seeks US Tariff Reduction as USTR Signals Positive Consideration
Bangladesh has formally requested the United States to reduce its reciprocal tariff from 20 percent, with the US Trade Representative agreeing to consider the proposal. Both sides aim to swiftly resolve pending issues to finalize the bilateral tariff agreement.
January 9, 2026
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Panchagarh Records Season’s Lowest Temperature at 6.8°C Amid Moderate Cold Wave
Panchagarh experienced its coldest morning of the season as the minimum temperature dropped to 6.8 degrees Celsius, accompanied by dense fog and biting cold. Weather officials say a moderate cold wave is currently sweeping across the district.