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The Press Wing of the Chief Adviser’s office has denied claims circulating on social media that three protesters were killed by police gunfire in front of Jamuna, official residence of the chief adviser. On Friday, the Press Wing confirmed after fact-checking that there was no evidence to support these claims. A keyword search of multiple media outlets found reports of police using baton charges and sound grenades to disperse protesters, but no credible sources reported any fatalities. Police again used force around 1:15pm, firing sound grenades that pushed some protesters toward Shahbagh and others toward Banglamotor. Despite the use of force, the Press Wing confirmed that the claims of three deaths in front of Jamuna were false.
DHAKA, Feb 6, 2026 (BSS) – The interim government today issued a statement clarifying the circumstances surrounding the protest in front of Jamuna here demanding justice for Sharif Osman Hadi killing, saying that “no lethal weapon was used” to control the situation. Reiterating its unwavering commitment to ensure justice for the killing of Sharif Osman Hadi, the government urged all to show restraint and responsibility during the sensitive pre-election period. Despite an existing ban on demonstrations in and around the Jamuna, law enforcement agencies initially didn’t use any kind of force against the protesters, it added. “The government is clearly stating that law enforcement agencies did not fire any shots at this time,” it added. “The government clearly reiterates that it is firmly committed to hold the trial of Shaheed Sharif Osman Hadi killing.
Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman today spoke at an election rally at Pirojpur Government High School ground. Photo : BSSPIROJPUR, Feb 06, 2026 (BSS)- Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman today said the party aims to build a Bangladesh grounded in justice and fairness. We want to bring back that money and begin development in the neglected areas first,” he told an election rally at Pirojpur Government High School ground. Dr Shafiqur said the upcoming February 12 election is a chance to awaken a “New Bangladesh,” honor the July 2024 uprising heroes, and ensure development based on justice. Dr. Shafiqur was accompanied by Central Assistant Secretary General Moazzem Hossain Helal, Labour Party Chairman Mostafizur Rahman Iran, and leaders of the 11-party alliance.
No firearms, bullets used to disperse gathering near Jamuna: DMPDHAKA, Feb 06, 2026 (BSS) - Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) today said no firearms or bullets were used to disperse an illegal gathering near the state guesthouse Jamuna, the official residence of the Chief Adviser and its surroundings. The release added that the police used tear gas and sound grenades at one point to disperse the protesters. It also noted that some individuals are spreading false and misleading information on social media to misrepresent the incident. Acting entirely within legal procedures, the police dispersed the protesters without using any firearms or bullets. The Dhaka Metropolitan Police urged the public not to be misled by misinformation or propaganda regarding the incident.
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JAKARTA, Feb 6, 2026 (BSSAFP) - The death toll from a landslide in Indonesia has climbed to 74, authorities said Friday, extending the search for missing people and bodies nearly two weeks since it began. Heavy rain triggered the landslide that tore through a mountain village in Java's West Bandung region on January 24, burying dozens of homes and displacing hundreds. The local search and rescue agency said 74 victims had been identified. "Weather conditions remain the main challenge, with thick fog and rain still covering the search area, significantly impacting visibility and stability in the area," said Ade. Around 50 houses were damaged and more than 160 people remain displaced, according to local authorities.
KHULNA, Feb, 6 (BSS) - A debate competition on "Carbon tax imposition of third world countries due to climate change" was held at Khulna University (KU) here today. ADAMS Foundation Executive Director S M Ali Aslam was present as special guest. The aim of the debate competition was to foster critical thinking, confidence building and knowledge gathering on climate change impact issues and future challenges. At the end of the competition, a prize distribution ceremony was held. ADAMS Foundation Executive Director distributed the prize to the champion and Runners-up of the competition.
Four held with 80-kg crabs in Sundarbans, trawler, boat seizedForest guards arrest four fishermen, seize 80kg crabs during banned netting period in eastern Sundarbans. Photo : BSSKHULNA, Feb 6, 2026 (BSS) - Forest guards, in a drive, arrested four fishermen along with 80 kilograms of crabs from the eastern Sundarbans while they were illegally transporting the crabs during the banned period. During the operation at the mouth of the Chhuliya canal, adjacent to the Sundarbans, the forest guards intercepted a trawler and a dinghy boat. Upon searching the vessels, the forest guards recovered 80 kilograms of crabs which had been concealed in baskets using special techniques. Forester Asaduzzaman said the detainees were illegally catching and transporting crabs from the Sundarbans in violation of the ongoing two-month ban on crab netting.
DHAKA, Feb 6, 2026 (BSS)- Nilphamari U-17 district football team, came from behind, registered a 2-1 goals victory against Thakurgaon U-17 district football team in a Teesta zone match of the U-17 National Championship held at Shaheed Abu Sayed Stadium in Rangpur today (Friday). In the day's match, Sojit Marma put Tharkurgaon ahead early in the 3rd minute while Mitul Islam restored the parity for Nilphamari in the 20th minute of the match. After the breather, Md Jahan Islam sealed the victory scoring the second goal for Nilphamari in the 65th minute of the match. In the day's other match, Gaibandha U-17 district football team split points with Kurigram U-17 district football team when their match ended in a tame goalless draw also held at the same venue.
The commission is the EU’s executive arm and enforcer of the 27-nation bloc's Digital Services Act , a sweeping rulebook that requires social media companies to clean up their platforms and protect users, under threat of hefty fines. The preliminary findings are the latest example of pressure that TikTok and other social media platforms are facing over youth addiction. Australia has banned social media for under-16s while governments in Spain , France , Britain, Denmark, Malaysia and Egypt want to introduce similar measures. TikTok has 170 million users in the European Union and “most of these are children," Regnier said. The commission said that TikTok fuels the urge to keep scrolling because it constantly rewards users with new content, leading to reduced self control.
Seoul official says 'new progress' on NKorea possible in coming daysSEOUL, Feb 6, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - A senior South Korean official said Friday "new progress" on North Korea could come within days, with a local report saying the Trump administration has decided to approve humanitarian sanctions exemptions for Pyongyang. In a meeting with reporters in the United States, the senior official said Seoul has made considerable efforts to bring North Korea to dialogue. "There could be some new progress in the coming days" on North Korea, the government official said on condition of anonymity. Trump met North Korea's Kim three times. North Korea is set to hold a landmark congress of its ruling party soon, its first in five years.
Bangladesh take on India in final tomorrowBangladesh U-19 women eye SAFF title retention against India in Pokhara final tomorrow. Photo : BSSDHAKA, Feb 6, 2026 (BSS)- Spirited Bangladesh under-19 women's nationalfootball looking forward to retain the SAFF title as they face India in thefinal of SAFF U-19 Women's Championship scheduled to be held at PokharaRangasala Stadium in Pokhara, Nepal tomorrow (Saturday). Bangladesh earlier thrashed Bhutan 12-0 in their opening match and defeatedIndia 2-0 in their second match. The girls in red and green emerged as group top by beating Nepal by 4-0 goalsin their third match. While India beat Nepal 1-0 in their opening match, suffered 2-0 defeat topBangladesh in second match and thrashed Bhutan 8-0 in their third match tofinish second in the point table.
Photo : BSSDHAKA, Feb 6, 2026 (BSS) - The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has pledged to ensure due state honour and social recognition for Freedom Fighters if it comes to power through the people's vote in the upcoming election. "Contributions of Freedom Fighters in every field of the country will be officially recognized. Based on a comprehensive state-led survey, an accurate list of martyrs of the War of Liberation will be prepared to ensure Freedom Fighters receive due state honour and recognition," BNP said in its election manifesto this afternoon. "Through the great Liberation War, independence and sovereignty were achieved in 1971. A separate department under the Ministry of Liberation War Affairs will be established for their welfare."
