Norway pledges $1m support for Rohingyas

February 2, 2026

NEWS DESK Norway has declared one million US dollars to support nearly 1.2 million Rohingyas in Bangladesh, helping sustain critical humanitarian assistance and protection services amid declining global funding. The contribution forms part of Norway’s 2025–2026 support to UNHCR’s global budget and will help the UN agency continue delivering life-saving aid while responding Continue Reading

Bangladesh beat India 2-0 in SAFF U-19 Women’s Championship

February 2, 2026

NEWS DESK Bangladesh under-19 women’s national football team on way to the final of SAFF U-19 Women’s Championship as they beat India by 2-0 goals in their second match held at Pokhara Rangasala Stadium in Pokhara, Nepal on Monday. With this win, Bangladesh women are now one step away from the final, following their crushing […]Continue Reading

Israel accepts death toll of over 70,000 Palestinians after years of denial

January 31, 2026

Israel has for the first time acknowledged the Gaza death toll compiled by the Palestinian Ministry of Health, which estimates over 70,000 killed since the war began on October 7, 2023, Al Jazeera reports. Thousands more remain missing under rubble, and at least 440 people have died of starvation after Israel restricted aid access. During […]Continue Reading

Over 47pc see Tarique Rahman as next PM: Survey

January 31, 2026

PARBATTANEWS DESK Nearly half of voters expect BNP chairperson Tarique Rahman to become Bangladesh’s next prime minister, while a majority of decided voters say they intend to back the Bangladesh Nationalist Party and its alliance, according to the latest nationwide public opinion survey conducted by Innovision Consulting ahead of the February 12 election. The findings Continue Reading

Israel envoy flags Hamas leaders’ contacts in Pakistan, Bangladesh

January 31, 2026

PARBATTANEWS DESK Israel’s ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, has expressed “serious concern” over Hamas leaders’ interactions in Pakistan and Bangladesh, saying such engagements should worry all nations, the Press Trust of India reported on Wednesday. “We think this is something we must fight against. The fact that Hamas has been interacting in the region – […]Continue Reading

Govt employees barred from campaigning for ‘Yes’ or ‘No’ in referendum: EC

January 29, 2026

NEWS DESK The Election Commission (EC) on Thursday said the government employees are not allowed to campaign in favour of either ‘Yes’ or ‘No’ in the upcoming referendum. The commission has issued the directive in a letter sent to all Returning Officers across the country. “Any person employed in the service of the Republic may […]Continue Reading

Iran dismisses Trump’s threats, vows swift response to any US attack

January 29, 2026

Iran has firmly rejected renewed military threats from US President Donald Trump, warning that its armed forces are fully prepared to respond immediately and forcefully to any American attack, AP reports. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Wednesday that the country’s military was on high alert and ready to defend Iran’s land, air and […]Continue Reading

Tarique Rahman’s “one identity: Bangladeshi” remark in ‘Adivasi’ debate draws online praise

January 27, 2026

STAFF REPORTER BNP Chairperson Tarique Rahman’s remarks — “We all have only one identity: we are Bangladeshis” — made amid the ongoing debate over recognising people as “Adivasi”, have sparked discussion and praise on social media. A video of his brief Q&A segment on the hill tracts issue, delivered at an exchange meeting on January […]Continue Reading

Pakistan weighs boycotting India match in solidarity with Bangladesh

January 27, 2026

NEWS DESK The crisis surrounding the 2026 T20 World Cup has escalated further, with reports emerging that Pakistan is seriously considering boycotting its blockbuster group-stage match against arch-rivals India. The move is being weighed by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) as a major protest against the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) decision to replace Continue Reading

India recalls diplomats’ families from Bangladesh

January 21, 2026

NEWS DESK The Indian government has advised the dependents of officials posted in its High Commission in Dhaka and Missions outside Dhaka to return home as a precautionary measure considering the security situation. However, the High Commission in Dhaka and other Missions outside Dhaka will continue to remain open and operational at full strength. “Given […]Continue Reading