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Robbery of Tk 8 million in RAB disguise one arrested Robbery of Tk 8 million in RAB disguise, one arrested

Robbery of Tk 8 million in RAB disguise, one arrested

Narayanganj, 20 January 2026 – The Rapid Action Battalion (RAB-11) has apprehended one individual in connection with the robbery of a gold trader, in which approximately BDT 8 million was stolen while the culprits impersonated RAB officers. RAB-11’s Company Commander, Major Md. Naimul Haque, confirmed the arrest in a press statement on Monday afternoon. The […]
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ইসলামী বীমা শাখা ব্যবস্থাপনায় নতুন দিকনির্দেশনা Islami Insurance Strengthens Branch Management Strategy

Islami Insurance Strengthens Branch Management Strategy

Ghazipur’s Nird Resort and Restaurant recently hosted the 2026 Branch Managers’ Conference of Islami Commercial Insurance PLC, marking a significant milestone in the company’s operational and strategic calendar. The event, chaired by Chief Executive Officer Kazi Mokarram Dastgir, brought together branch managers from across the country along with senior executives of the company, fostering an […]
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Attack Targeting RAB Members Announced Over Microphone Attack Targeting RAB Members Announced Over Microphone

Attack Targeting RAB Members Announced Over Microphone

In a shocking escalation of violence in Sitakunda’s Salimpur area, a contingent of Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) members came under attack on Monday evening during an operation in the dense hills of Jangal Salimpur. According to RAB, between 400 and 500 assailants participated in the assault, which was reportedly coordinated via loudspeaker announcements. The incident […]
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Two Militants Arrested with Pistol in Comilla

Two Militants Arrested with Pistol in Comilla

In a targeted operation along the Dhaka–Chattogram highway, the Highway Police in Comilla have apprehended two militants in possession of a firearm. The operation took place on Monday night at around 9:00 PM near the Madhaiya Bus Station in Chandina Upazila, involving the Dhaka-bound passenger bus Asia Aircon. Authorities recovered a foreign-made pistol, two magazines, […]
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Today is the last day to withdraw candidacy symbols will be allocated on Wednesday Today is the last day to withdraw candidacy; symbols will be allocated on Wednesday

Today is the last day to withdraw candidacy; symbols will be allocated on Wednesday

Today, Tuesday, marks the final day for candidates to withdraw their nominations for the upcoming 13th National Parliamentary Election. According to the Election Commission’s (EC) schedule, the allocation of electoral symbols will take place tomorrow, Wednesday, 21 January. From 22 January onwards, candidates will be permitted to commence their election campaigns across constituencies. The national […]
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Home Robberies and Street Thefts Surge Sharply

Home Robberies and Street Thefts Surge Sharply

Crime in Bangladesh rose significantly in 2025, with cases of theft, robbery, snatching, dacoity, and abduction registering marked increases. Analysts assert that the rise in reported cases reflects a genuine escalation in criminal activity, affecting citizens’ daily lives, mobility, and overall sense of security. While other forms of crime also exist, these particular offences have […]
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IDRA Sets Standard for Full Vehicle Insurance

IDRA Sets Standard for Full Vehicle Insurance

The Insurance Development and Regulatory Authority of Bangladesh (IDRA) has issued a comprehensive directive establishing standardised guidelines for determining the Full Insured Value (FIV) of motor vehicles. The move is intended to enhance transparency, reliability, and efficiency in insurance premium calculations and claim settlements for both insurers and policyholders. Under the new directive, the FIV […]
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Shaheed Asad Day Honouring Democracy’s Sacrifice

Shaheed Asad Day: Honouring Democracy’s Sacrifice

Today, 20 January, marks a significant occasion in Bangladesh—Shaheed Asad Day. On this day in 1969, during a massive public uprising in Dhaka, student leader Mohammad Asaduzzaman, widely known as “Asad,” was fatally shot by police in front of the Dhaka Medical College campus. His selfless sacrifice is remembered as a defining moment in Bangladesh’s […]
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Bangladesh Bank Governor Urges Firms to Invest Abroad

Bangladesh Bank Governor Urges Firms to Invest Abroad

Bangladesh Bank Governor Ahsan H. Mansur has called on the country’s corporate sector to step up overseas investment, arguing that improving macroeconomic conditions and a stabilising foreign exchange reserve position have created a timely window for international expansion. He maintained that sustainable outward investment is only possible when the domestic economy is resilient, a condition […]
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