Powell says Federal Reserve subpoenaed by Trump Justice Department
WASHINGTON, United States, Jan 12, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell revealed Sunday that the central bank had been subpoenaed by the Justice Department, blasting the move as part of President Donald Trump's extraordinary pressure campaign on US monetary policy decisions. Powell said in a statement that the bank received grand jury subpoenas on Friday related to his Senate testimony in June, which had been about a major renovation project of Federal Reserve office buildings. "This unprecedented action should be seen in the broader context of the administration's threats and ongoing pressure," Powell said. Trump has consistently pressured Powell and the central bank to move faster in lowering interest rates. Powell's term as chairman of the Federal Reserve ends in May, and Trump told Politico in an interview last month that he would judge Powell's successor on whether they immediately cut rates.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 12, 2026 02:50 UTC
Trump says Iran 'want to negotiate' after reports of hundreds killed in protests
Trump says Iran 'want to negotiate' after reports of hundreds killed in protestsWASHINGTON, United States, Jan 12, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - US President Donald Trump said Sunday that Iran's leadership had called him seeking "to negotiate" after he repeatedly threatened to intervene militarily if Tehran killed protesters. "The leaders of Iran called" yesterday, Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One, adding that "a meeting is being set up... The US-based Center for Human Rights in Iran (CHRI) said it had received "eyewitness accounts and credible reports indicating that hundreds of protesters have been killed across Iran during the current internet shutdown". "Unverified reports indicate that at least several hundreds, and according to some sources, more than 2,000 people may have been killed," said IHR. He later urged Iran's security forces and government workers to join the demonstrators.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 12, 2026 02:50 UTC
Hassan Eisakhil leads Noakhali to challenging 184-7
DHAKA, Jan 11, 2026 (BSS) - Opener Hassan Eisakhil, the son of the Afghanistanall-rounder Moahmmad Nabi, struck a brilliant 50 ball-92 on his BangladeshPremier League (BPL) debut to lead Noakhali Express to a strong 184-7 againstDhaka Capitals at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium today. The match, however, saw a father-son duo playing same team for the first timein the history of franchise cricket. Opening the innings for Noakhali, Eisakhil struck seven fours and five sixesin his knock before missing out the well deserved century. After electing to bat first, Eisakhil and his fellow opener Soumya Sarkarmade a solid start by sharing 101 runs in just 9.2 overs. Eisakhil with his father Mohammad Nabi then brought the side back into thecontest again by adding 53 runs for the fourth wicket.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 12, 2026 02:48 UTC
Throat-slit teen found in Banasree home
Police have recovered the body of a 17-year-old schoolgirl from her home in South Banasree, with her throat slit. The teenager, identified as Fatema Akter Nili, is a 10th grader at Radiant School. Khilgaon Police chief Mohammad Shafiqul Islam said the body was recovered from a house named Pritam Villa at Block L of South Banasree on Saturday. An officer said, “The girl’s father Sajeeb Mia owns a hotel, and a young man who worked there entered the house to have lunch at the time. He is the key suspect.”CCTV footage from the house and surrounding areas is being reviewed, he added.
Source:bd News24
January 12, 2026 02:46 UTC
Daily Horoscope for January 12, 2026
General Daily Insight for January 12, 2026 Steady effort may run into tender feelings around commitments. The Sun in your public 10th house squares careful Chiron, currently in your sign. Your 9th House of Exploration takes focus as the vibrant Sun squares tender Chiron, nudging you to test a belief by practicing it in decisions. A sensitive topic wants honesty as the Sun pokes aching Chiron, reaching from your intense 8th house to your networked 11th house. Your 4th House of Caring and your 7th House of Connections are both activated by the Sun and Chiron’s dynamic trine.
Source:Daily Sun
January 12, 2026 02:04 UTC
Susette Tibus named Grand Marshal for the 2026 Mystic Irish Parade.
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January 12, 2026 02:04 UTC
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January 12, 2026 01:57 UTC
Closing ceremony of research methodology programme held at DU
DHAKA, Jan 11, 2026 (BSS) - The closing and certificate-awarding ceremony ofthe fourth batch of the Research Methodology Programme was held at DhakaUniversity (DU) today. DU Organization Strategy and Leadership (OSL) Department arranged theprogramme the seminar room of the MBA building of the Faculty of BusinessStudies. DU Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Education) Professor Dr Mamun Ahmed attended theevent as the chief guest and distributed certificates among the participants. Coordinator of the Research Methodology Programme Professor Dr MuhammadShariyat Ullah presided over the programme, while Joint Secretary of thePlanning Ministry's Research and Training Wing Dr Sadia Sharmin attended theceremony as special guest. Speaking on the occasion, Pro-Vice-Chancellor Dr Mamun Ahmed emphasised theimportance of quality research in building a knowledge-based society andensuring sustainable development, effective policymaking and innovativeknowledge creation.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 11, 2026 21:48 UTC
35,000 polling officers to be trained in Dhaka for national polls: RO
Returning Officer (RO) of Dhaka and Dhaka Divisional Commissioner Sharf Uddin Ahmed Choudhury. Photo: BSSBy Moshtak AhmedDHAKA, Jan 11, 2026 (BSS) - Returning Officer (RO) of Dhaka and Dhaka Divisional Commissioner Sharf Uddin Ahmed Choudhury said 35,000 polling officers will be trained in Dhaka ahead of the upcoming 13th Parliamentary Election. Sharf Uddin made the remarks in an interview with Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS) on Sunday. Regarding the preparations, the Dhaka Divisional Commissioner said inspection of polling centres is underway to assess their condition. Regarding law and order, Sharf Uddin said he does not see major challenges in Dhaka city.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 11, 2026 20:13 UTC
ICT grants first bail in July Uprising crimes against humanity case
The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) on Sunday granted bail to an accused for the first time in a case involving crimes against humanity committed during the July uprising last year. The three-member International Crimes Tribunal-2, headed by Justice Nazrul Islam Chowdhury, granted the bail on health grounds, citing the accused’s serious illness, said Prosecutor Mizanul Islam. He, however, urged that strict conditions be imposed to prevent the accused from contacting other suspects in crimes against humanity cases. The interim government reconstituted the International Crimes Tribunal to try crimes against humanity committed during the suppression of the anti-discrimination student movement in July last year. A total of four people were arrested in connection with the crimes against humanity case in Lakshmipur, and Patwary has now been granted bail.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 11, 2026 19:46 UTC
Bangladeshi expats in UK worried over suspension of Sylhet–Manchester flight
Bangladeshi expatriates in the United Kingdom (UK) are worried over Biman Bangladesh Airlines’ decision to suspend flights between Sylhet and Manchester. Biman Bangladesh Airlines recently announced the suspension of Sylhet–Manchester flight from February 1. He said no international airlines—other than Biman—operate from Osmani International Airport, often citing incomplete terminal construction as a reason. He added that large Bangladeshi communities live in Scotland, Manchester, and Birmingham, many of whom depend heavily on the Sylhet–Manchester route. Bosra Islam, General Manager (Public Relations) of Biman Bangladesh Airlines, said she was unaware of the suspension of the Sylhet–Madinah and Sylhet–Doha routes.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 11, 2026 19:46 UTC
NBR begins large tax payments via MFS
To make tax payments easier and faster, the National Board of Revenue (NBR) on Sunday launched a large tax payment program using mobile financial services (MFS). As a result, taxpayers will be able to pay taxes in a completely digital manner without having to visit the bank. Through this new system, they will be able to pay various taxes, including tax at source and VAT, from the same platform. NBR officials said that through this new service, tax at source can be paid through the e-TDS system and VAT through the A-Challan system. This digital initiative will make transactions more transparent for taxpayers, reduce time and cost, and increase incentives to pay large amounts of tax.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 11, 2026 19:46 UTC
Moyeen Khan on working with Khaleda Zia: ‘Best Opportunity of My Life’
BNP senior leader and former minister Dr Abdul Moyeen Khan has said that serving in the cabinet of former prime minister Begum Khaleda Zia was the most significant and rewarding opportunity of his life. “A dignified and just prime minister like the late Begum Khaleda Zia may not come to Bangladesh again,” he said. Dr Moyeen Khan made the remarks while addressing a discussion and prayer meeting in her memory, organized by the Saudi Arabia-Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce and Industries (SABCCI) in Dhaka on Sunday. Recalling his experience working with Begum Khaleda Zia, Dr Moyeen Khan shared an emotional anecdote about being called to the prime minister’s Office after she had appointed a new secretary. Dr ANM Ehsanul Haque Milan said all the reforms in the education system during her tenure were driven by Begum Khaleda Zia.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 11, 2026 19:46 UTC
Newborn’s body recovered from dustbin at Tongi Hospital
The body of a newborn baby, believed to be around seven months old, was recovered from a dustbin inside Tongi Government Hospital in Gazipur after a stray dog was seen dragging and mutilating the body. The incident came to light when several children, who were playing inside the hospital premises, noticed the disturbing scene and alerted local residents. Police later recovered the body, though the identity of the newborn remains unknown. The body was recovered at approximately 7:30pm on Sunday (11 January) from beside a dustbin within the hospital compound. OC Mehedi Hasan stated that police arrived at the scene after receiving the report and recovered the newborn’s body.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 11, 2026 19:46 UTC
ICT prosecutors seek charges against Joy, Palak
Prosecutors at the International Crimes Tribunal have applied for the framing of charges against Sajeeb Wazed Joy, the son of ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina, and former ICT state minister Zunaid Ahmed Palak, accusing them of involvement in crimes against humanity by shutting down internet services during the July 2024 mass uprising. The application was filed on Sunday before a three-member bench of International Crimes Tribunal-1, led by Justice Md Golam Mortuza Mozumder. Joy, who served as ICT advisor to his mother Hasina, is described by prosecutors as the "mastermind" of the alleged plan. Lawyer Liton Ahmed appeared for Palak while Joy was represented by state-appointed counsel Monjur Alam. Speaking after the hearing, Prosecutor Tamim said the shutdown was "planned and targeted", claiming it was intended to prevent protesters from communicating and to conceal alleged abuses.
Source:bd News24
January 11, 2026 18:52 UTC