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Young man allegedly dead in Satkhira army beating

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SATKHIRA, Jan 30: A 22-year-old man, Ismail Hossain, allegedly died after being beaten by members of an army patrol in the Kakbashia area of Ashashuni upazila in Satkhira on Thursday evening, sparking widespread concern and condemnation from a human rights organization.According to family members, Ismail's body was handed over to them in the presence of ...

Tarique to visit Barishal Feb 4

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BARISHAL, Jan 30: BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman is set to visit Barishal on February 4, with the schedule now confirmed after two earlier postponements. The confirmation was made by BNP Divisional Organizing Secretary Bilkis Jahan Shirin and several senior party leaders.Party leaders and activists have been instructed to complete all preparations ahead of the visit, according ...

High prices, record chilli harvest bring joy to Phulbari farmers

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PHULBARI, KURIGRAM, Jan 30: Farmers in Phulbari Upazila of Kurigram are smiling this season as favourable weather has led to a bumper chilli harvest. The high yield, coupled with strong market prices, is providing much-needed income and optimism to local growers.Field visits to Naodanga Union and surrounding areas-including Gojrekuti, Khalshiakothal, Balatari, Kurushafaruja Jagritari, Gorokmandal, and Char ...

3 to die for abducting, killing boy in Feni

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FENI, Jan 30: A Feni court on Thursday sentenced three men to death for abducting and murdering a 10-year-old fourth-grade student Ahnaf Al Main Nashit.In addition to the death sentence, each convict was fined Tk 1 lakh, with an additional six-month- imprisonment in the case of non-payment.Judge A N M Morshed Khan of the Women ...

M'ganj-3: Rebel asks BNP nominee to face ballot, instead of expulsion

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MUNSHIGANJ, Jan 30: Independent parliamentary candidate for Munshiganj-3 (Football symbol) and expelled District BNP Member Secretary Md Mahiuddin on Thursday asked his rival Kamruzzaman Ratan to join the electoral contest instead of resorting to expulsion, saying the people would deliver the final verdict.He made the remarks while leading an election showdown in the Munshiganj town ...

Customs Day observed in Rajshahi amid revenue growth

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RAJSHAHI, Jan 30: International Customs Day-2026 was observed in Rajshahi recently with due respect and colourful programmes under the motto 'Customs: Vigilant Watch and Firm Commitment for National Security'.The Day's events began at 10:30 am with Qur'an recitation at the District Council auditorium, organised by the Rajshahi Customs, Excise and VAT Commissionerate. Commissioner Muhammad Mahbubur ...

178 poll centres highly vulnerable, 281 vulnerable in Sirajganj

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SIRAJGANJ, Jan 30: The district administration and police have completed all preparations to ensure free, fair and peaceful voting in all six constituencies of Sirajganj during the 13th national parliamentary election. Special focus has been placed on security and transport in the char areas.According to the district police office, voting will be conducted across 923 ...

Rajshahi-6: BNP eyes victory; Jamaat steps up campaign

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RAJSHAHI, Jan 30: As Bangladesh gears up for the 13th parliamentary election, voters in Charghat-Bagha are showing a mix of caution and enthusiasm. After nearly 17 years, the country is heading towards a competitive election. With the ousted Awami League (AL) absent from the contest, the main rivalry has emerged between the BNP and the 10-Party ...

Election campaigns intensify in Barishal under tight security

50,000 law enforcement personnel, 55,000 polling staff to ensure smooth voting

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Election campaigns intensify in Barishal under tight security

BARISHAL, Jan 30: With the 13th national parliamentary election drawing near, campaigning in Barishal and surrounding areas has intensified. Candidates, their supporters, and party workers are actively traversing constituencies day and night. Campaigning with loudspeakers continues from 2 pm to 8 pm in compliance with election rules, while candidates promise development for their constituencies and the ...

Diarrhoea breaks out at Nandigram, children mostly affected

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NANDIGRAM, BOGURA, Jan 30: The incidence of winter diarrhoea has increased in Nandigram Upazila of Bogura, with children accounting for the majority of those affected. On an average, five to six children are being admitted to hospital daily with diarrhoeal illness.According to data from the Upazila Health Complex, a total of 144 children were admitted ...