Election: 129 inmates to cast postal vote from Jashore central jail
A total of 129 inmates of Jashore Central Jail will cast their votes through postal ballots. According to jail authorities, all the 129 inmates have completed the online voter registration process, said Jailer Abid Ahmed of Jashore Central Jail. Sources at the jail said many inmates initially showed interest after getting informed about postal ballot opportunities. Inmates will mark their ballots, seal them in envelopes and submit both the ballot and signed documents to jail authorities at designated locations. The jail authorities will then forward the sealed envelopes to the post office from where they will be sent to the Election Commission through express service.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 24, 2026 10:53 UTC
Scotland replace Bangladesh in T20 WC
The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Saturday decided to replace Bangladesh with Scotland in the upcoming T20 World Cup, scheduled to be held in India and Sri Lanka from February 7. The move came after the ICC issued a 24-hour ultimatum to the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) earlier this week. A copy of the letter was also marked to BCB president Aminul Islam, who sits on the ICC Board. At the same time, Gupta is understood to have written to Cricket Scotland, extending a formal invitation to participate in the 2026 World Cup. In the 2024 T20 World Cup, Scotland finished third in Group B, level on points with England but edged out on net run rate.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 24, 2026 10:47 UTC
Nahid Islam: They are using cards to buy votes
National Citizen Party (NCP) Convener Nahid Islam has alleged that his rivals are attempting to buy votes by distributing family and farmer cards, but said the tactic is failing to gain traction among voters. “They are using the family card and farmer card as tools to buy votes. The NCP convener further alleged that an atmosphere of fear has been created in the Dhaka-11 constituency and that the election code of conduct is being violated. During the campaign, Nahid was accompanied by leaders and activists of the NCP, Jamaat-e-Islami and the 10-party alliance. They conducted door-to-door outreach, exchanged greetings with voters, listened to their grievances and sought support for the party.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 24, 2026 10:13 UTC
Shafiqur: Jamaat to continue working to realize July martyrs’ dreams
Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman on Saturday said his party will continue its efforts to realise the dreams of the July martyrs, pledging to build a corruption-free, discrimination-free and justice-based Bangladesh. We have no dreams of our own, their dreams are our dreams. If we are able to form the government, we will fulfill all of Abu Sayed’s dreams,” he said. After the grave visit, the Jamaat Ameer met Abu Sayed’s parents and family members and expressed condolences. Briefing the media later, Shafiqur said Jamaat-e-Islami has never abandoned the people in difficult times or crises and will not do so in the future either.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 24, 2026 10:13 UTC
Asking Eric: Life-long friends stop sharing life’s trials
Sadly, none of the other friends ever let me know about these sweet friends. I know I can’t feel guilty about what I didn’t know about, but I feel like I needed support and still do as I mourn. Am I so easily forgettable to not be included in these lifelong friends’ trials? To experience this kind of social loss after the loss of your mother and your friends is terrible. Mom keeps asking me to teach her to take digital photos and create online auction listings, something my Dad used to do.
Source:Daily Sun
January 24, 2026 10:11 UTC
BCB director steps down as audit committee chair amid fixing allegations
A director of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), Muhammad Mukhlesur Rahman, has stepped down from his position as chairman of the board’s audit committee following allegations of involvement in match-fixing during the recently concluded Bangladesh Premier League (BPL). Confirming the development, a BCB director said that Mukhlesur had resigned from the audit committee chairmanship in the wake of the allegations. The BCB has referred the matter to its Integrity Unit for investigation. “We have already handed the details to Alex Marshall, chairman of the BCB’s Integrity Unit. He will begin his investigation from Saturday,” a BCB director said.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 24, 2026 09:31 UTC
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January 24, 2026 08:36 UTC
Dhaka’s air quality worsens, hits new ‘very unhealthy’ record
According to the latest global air quality report, Dhaka recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 299, placing it firmly in the “very unhealthy” purple category, just one step below hazardous levels. Experts say Dhaka’s worsening air quality is no longer limited to traffic congestion or peak working hours. Beyond health, worsening air quality is reshaping lifestyles across the capital. Citizens and experts alike are calling for real-time air quality monitoring, public health advisories and strict accountability for polluters. Without decisive, coordinated, and long-term action, the capital risks normalizing a level of air pollution that steadily erodes public health, productivity, and quality of life.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 24, 2026 08:01 UTC
BNP dismisses Jamaat leader’s claims as ‘political propaganda’
Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) on Saturday rejected allegations made by a Jamaat-e-Islami leader regarding alleged agreements between BNP and India, describing the claims as “political propaganda” aimed at creating confusion ahead of the election. There is no truth or factual basis to such claims, nor will he be able to provide any evidence,” Mahadi said. He added that the allegations were either a deliberate political tactic to stir controversy or a result of misinformation and ignorance. “We want to state clearly that claims of BNP signing agreements with India are entirely fabricated,” he said. He further said BNP expects a shift towards positive and responsible politics in the post-uprising political landscape, warning against disinformation, political manoeuvring and divisive narratives.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 24, 2026 08:01 UTC
After Sylhet, Tarique heading towards Chittagong for electioneering
BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman is set to begin the second phase of his election campaign from Chittagong on Sunday, completing electioneering in Sylhet. “Our leader Tarique Rahman is travelling to Chittagong today as part of his election campaign. Later in the afternoon, Tarique will address a mass rally at the Chittagong Polo Ground. Following the Chittagong programs, he will address campaign rallies at Feni Pilot School ground, Chauddagram High School ground in Cumilla, Sonagazi Digbazi Field, Daudkandi Central Eidgah ground, and Kanchpur Balur Math in Narayanganj. Tarique launched the first phase of his election campaign on January 22 from Sylhet’s Alia Madrasah ground and spoke at seven rallies in Sylhet, Moulvibazar, Habiganj, Kishoreganj, Narsingdi and Narayanganj the same day.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 24, 2026 08:01 UTC
Road safety must not be an afterthought
To say that as a nation, we continue to struggle with road safety, would be a gross understatement. Year after year, road fatalities in Dhaka look grim, and 2025 is no different: 219 lives lost in 2025, and shockingly, nearly half of them pedestrians. Most shocking perhaps was the surge in nighttime accidents -- an increase of over 40% of the total. With the country heading into general elections, and amid lofty promises of growth, jobs, and reforms, it is important that all political parties do not overlook the critical issue of road safety. As such, the next government must treat road safety as the national priority it has been.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 24, 2026 08:01 UTC
DMP: Musabbir murder linked to extortion, turf control
The killing of Swechchhasebak Dal leader Azizur Rahman Musabbir in Dhaka’s Kawran Bazar was driven by disputes over extortion and control of the area, police said on Saturday. Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Additional Commissioner (Detective) Shafiqul Islam disclosed the information at a press briefing held around 11am at the DMP Media Centre on Mintu Road. Shafiqul Islam said eight to nine extortion syndicates — both overt and covert — are active in the Kawran Bazar area. The murder was carried out on the orders of a man known as Dilip alias Binash following a dispute over extortion proceeds. Earlier, DB police arrested Jinnat, 24; Abdul Qadir, 28; Md Riaz, 31; and Md Bilal in connection with the murder on January 11.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 24, 2026 08:01 UTC
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January 24, 2026 07:21 UTC
Navarro County offices close for Monday due to inclement weather
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January 24, 2026 07:02 UTC
T20 World Cup: BCB now demands dispute resolution committee hearing
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has formally requested the intervention of the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) Independent Dispute Resolution Committee, refusing to back down from its demand to shift their T20 World Cup matches out of India. Following a meeting with the World Cup squad at a Dhaka hotel on Thursday, Youth and Sports Adviser Asif Nazrul declared that there is “no chance” of the government altering its stance. He confirmed that unless the ICC relocates the fixtures to co-host Sri Lanka, Bangladesh will not participate in the global event scheduled to begin on February 7. During the meeting with the Sports Adviser, the players were briefed on the geopolitical realities and security threats that necessitated this hardline approach. BCB President Aminul Islam maintained that the team is physically and mentally prepared to play but will only do so if the matches are moved to Sri Lanka.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 24, 2026 06:28 UTC