Female voters outnumber males by over 20,000 in Bogra
Female voters have outnumbered male voters by more than 20,000 in Bogra’s seven parliamentary constituencies, raising the possibility that increased women’s turnout could decisively influence election results in several seats. Bogra-1 (Sariakandi–Sonatala): Total voters: 376,609 Male: 186,889 Female: 189,720 Bogra-2 (Shibganj): Total voters: 342,150 Male: 171,497 Female: 170,653 Bogra-3 (Adamdighi–Dupchanchia): Total voters: 339,170 Male: 169,347 Female: 169,823 Bogra-4 (Kahalu–Nandigram): Total voters: 359,517 Male: 178,987 Female: 180,530 Bogra-5 (Sherpur–Dhunat): Total voters: 572,334 Male: 281,287 Female: 291,047 Bogra-6 (Sadar): Total voters: 454,033 Male: 222,796 Female: 231,237 Bogra-7 (Gabtali–Shajahanpur): Total voters: 538,087 Male: 270,070 Female: 268,017Sultan Mahmud, principal of Nungola Degree College, said that women voters are generally enthusiastic about voting. “If a secure and fair environment is ensured at polling centres, women will come out in large numbers. “With more than 20,000 additional female voters across the seven seats, higher turnout among women could change results in multiple constituencies,” he said. Of the 983 polling centres, 190 have been identified as highly vulnerable, 310 as vulnerable, and the rest as general.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 30, 2026 20:19 UTC
National Skills Dialogue urges shift from labor export to skill export
The National Skills Dialogue 2026 was held on Tuesday at Hotel Sheraton, Banani, bringing together leaders from education, training, policy, and workforce development to discuss Bangladesh’s national vision on skills, employment, and workforce readiness. Speakers emphasized that skills must be treated as a national asset and long-term investment rather than a limited sectoral concern. He noted that without a coordinated national mechanism for workforce planning and skills governance, Bangladesh risks continued mismatch between education outcomes and labor market demand. He underscored the importance of aligning higher education with national workforce priorities to ensure graduates are job-ready and globally competitive. Senior leaders of the Trainers’ Association of Bangladesh, including General Secretary Laila Naznin, Vice President Mohammad Morad Hossain, and Director (Innovation) Zia Uddin Mahmud, were also present.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 30, 2026 20:19 UTC
Garment workers likely to play decisive role in election
Garment workers to be the decisive factorSavar-Ashulia is a major industrial hub, with garment workers forming a large portion of the population. Aminul Islam, a teacher at a private university in Ashulia, said that the voting preference of garment workers could determine the outcome. Under the banner of Dhaka-19 (Savar-Ashulia) Workers’ Demand Implementation Committee, a coalition of 43 labour organizations placed six key demands at a recent press conference. Eight candidates are in the raceEight candidates are contesting the 13th parliamentary election from Dhaka-19 (Savar-Ashulia) constituency. In the 12th parliamentary election in 2024, Saiful Islam, president of the Awami League’s Ashulia Thana unit, was elected as an independent candidate.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 30, 2026 20:19 UTC
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Source:Daily Sun
January 30, 2026 19:18 UTC
Young Bangladeshis turn to cryptocurrency despite legal ban
Bangladesh Bank opposed to cryptoAsked if the central bank is considering legalizing cryptocurrency, Arif Hossain Khan, executive director and spokesperson of Bangladesh Bank, said the regulator remains opposed for now. “Bangladesh Bank is not thinking positively about cryptocurrency at this moment,” he told Dhaka Tribune. “This decision may change in the future, but for now, we are not taking it positively.”On a central bank digital currency (CBDC), Khan said progress has been limited. “Now all my monthly expenses are covered through online income, including freelancing,” he said. Crypto and freelancingSaikat Ahmed (pseudonym), another public university student, questioned why crypto income is criminalized amid scarce formal employment.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 30, 2026 18:22 UTC
BGB seizes goods at Cumilla border
Photo : BSSCUMILLA, Jan 30, 2026 (BSS) - Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) today seized a large quantity of illegally smuggled Indian sarees at the border area of Chauddagram upazila in the district. Lieutenant Colonel Mir Ali Ejaz, commander of BGB's Cumilla Battalion (10 BGB), said that the BGB members seized goods worth about Taka 88 lakh during a special drive in the area. He said that the special drive was conducted in the border of Anandapur BOP area under Chauddagram upazila in the district early today (Friday). The BGB commander said the seized sarees will be handed over to the concerned customs authorities as per the rules.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 30, 2026 18:03 UTC
Pharmaceutical company to invest $3.5 billion in Pa.
Allentown, Pa. — A global pharmaceutical company plans to invest billions in Pennsylvania to build a manufacturing facility. On Friday, Governor Josh Shapiro and Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Rick Siger announced the Commonwealth has secured a $3.5 billion private-sector investment from global pharmaceutical firm Eli Lilly and Company to build a new, state-of-the-art pharmaceutical facility in Lehigh County. “This announcement also further proves that our Economic Development Strategy is working to attract historic, new investments to Pennsylvania. To meet increasing demand, we’re expanding our U.S. manufacturing network, with Lehigh Valley adding capacity for next-generation weight-loss medicines. “The Lehigh Valley is honored to welcome Lilly to the region,” said Don Cunningham, President & CEO, Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corporation.
Source:Daily Sun
January 30, 2026 18:02 UTC
Engineering education must contribute to sustainable development: RUET VC
Photo: BSSRAJSHAHI, Jan 30, 2026 (BSS) - The three-day "5th International Conference on Electrical, Computer and Telecommunication Engineering (ICECTE 2026)" was officially inaugurated today at Rajshahi University of Engineering and Technology (RUET). Engineering education must contribute to sustainable development." The conference, organized by RUET's Faculty of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE), features participation from both local and international researchers. Special guests included Emeritus Professor Dr. Yoshinori Namihira of the University of the Ryukyus, Japan. The welcome speech was delivered by Professor Dr. Ajay Krishna Sarkar, Technical Chair of the organizing committee and Professor of Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 30, 2026 17:58 UTC
Tarique seeks votes for sheaf of paddy, pledges development of northern region
After concluding an election rally in Bogra on Thursday night, Tarique Rahman stayed overnight at Hotel Naz Garden. The children also performed the song “Prothom Bangladesh, Amar Shesh Bangladesh” and presented handmade gifts to Tarique Rahman and Dr Zubaida Rahman. After the program, Tarique Rahman offered Jummah prayers at Bogra’s Baitul Aman Central Mosque. In Rangpur’s Pirganj, Tarique Rahman visited the grave of Abu Sayed, and later met with his family before heading to the Collector Eidgah ground. Recalling that period, Tarique Rahman said: “They were with us from 2001 to 2006.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 30, 2026 17:44 UTC
Online gambling sites take aim at Bangladesh polls
Online gambling targeting Bangladesh’s upcoming national election is reportedly on the rise, despite strict legal prohibitions and active monitoring by authorities. Data from the platform showed 74% of participants predicting a Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) victory, while 26% backed Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami. Brig Gen Shafiul Azam Parvez, director general (engineering and operations) at BTRC, said: “Shutting down gambling platforms is an ongoing process. The Cyber Security Ordinance, promulgated on May 21, 2025, explicitly criminalizes online gambling, including creating, operating, promoting, or participating in gambling-related platforms or advertisements. Despite the global popularity of election betting markets, authorities warn that participating in online election gambling in Bangladesh is illegal and punishable under law.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 30, 2026 17:39 UTC
Shafiqur declares war on extortion and syndicates, promises change in Bangladesh
Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman on Friday said that his party is determined to launch a fierce battle against extortionists and syndicate groups that have been exploiting the people of Bangladesh, emphasizing that change in the country's governance is inevitable. Dr Rahman said: “We are speaking today because of the July revolution. "After the victory, from February 13 onwards, 90% of the extortionists will be permanently removed from power," he said. “He did not run away; rather, his blood remains a legacy with us,” Dr Rahman added. Dr Rahman warned that while extortion and corruption are rampant today, his party would no longer tolerate such practices after they assume power.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 30, 2026 17:39 UTC
Salahuddin: Those who persecuted followers of Sanatan Dharma in 1971 have returned in a new guise to contest elections
BNP Standing Committee member Salahuddin Ahmed has said that “those who persecuted followers of Sanatan Dharma in 1971 have once again returned in a new guise and are now contesting elections.” He posed the question to the nation as to whether all citizens of the country would be safe in their hands. Addressing the meeting, Salahuddin Ahmed said, “During the great War of Independence, followers of Sanatan Dharma in this country suffered the most persecution and made the greatest sacrifices at the hands of a religion-based party. The ancestors of our Sanatan brothers and sisters know this history well. Our party’s founder, the martyred President Ziaur Rahman, ensured religious freedom for people of all faiths. We too do not want any form of ethnic, religious, or racial division—we want to live together as Bangladeshis.”The meeting was chaired by Chandamoy Biswas Tilak, former General Secretary of the Pekua Upazila Bishwaspara Puja Udjapan Parishad.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 30, 2026 17:39 UTC