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Iran's top diplomat in Istanbul for talks as US tension simmers

04:35 PM, 30 Jan 2026 Friday

Iran's top diplomat Abbas Araghchi landed in Istanbul on Friday for talks where Turkey was to offer help to mediate tensions with the United States, which has mooted a possible military strike.

US alerts its citizens in Bangladesh ahead of polls

03:42 PM, 30 Jan 2026 Friday

The US Embassy in Dhaka has issued a security alert, urging US citizens in Bangladesh to remain vigilant, avoid demonstrations and exercise caution around large gatherings.

Yunus urges continued Bangladesh-China cooperation

03:00 PM, 30 Jan 2026 Friday

Reflecting the interim government’s relationship with the Chinese government, Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus expressed optimism that although a new government would soon take office, cooperation between Bangladesh and China must continue.

Jamaat amir promises to end culture of dynastic politics

02:24 PM, 30 Jan 2026 Friday

Jamaat-e-Islami Amir Dr. Shafiqur Rahman on Friday said the party aims to permanently eradicate the culture of dynastic politics and build a Bangladesh where even a rickshaw-puller could become Prime Minister.

Bangladesh-Pakistan direct flights resume after 14 years

01:57 PM, 30 Jan 2026 Friday

After a 14-year hiatus, the first direct flight between Bangladesh and Pakistan landed at Jinnah International Airport on Thursday night, as Biman Bangladesh Airlines completed its inaugural flight from Dhaka to Karachi.

Garment workers block Airport–Mohakhali road, demand due benefits

01:08 PM, 30 Jan 2026 Friday

A group of garment workers blocked the outgoing lane of the Airport–Mohakhali route in the capital on Friday, demanding payment of their pending service benefits.

Gold price drops by Tk 14,638 per bhori

12:25 PM, 30 Jan 2026 Friday

The price of the highest-quality 22-carat gold per bhori (11.664 grammes) has been lowered by Tk 14,638, bringing the new rate to Tk 271,363 per bhori.

Fire breaks out on bus in Uttara

12:00 PM, 30 Jan 2026 Friday

A fire suddenly broke out on a Bhuiya Transport bus in the House Building area of Uttara, Dhaka, on Friday morning.

Ramadan essentials: Stocks adequate, most prices stable or lower

11:40 AM, 30 Jan 2026 Friday

Stocks of key Ramadan commodities such as chickpeas, dates, and lentils are at normal levels, with additional imports made ahead of the holy month, according to Chattogram-based consumer goods traders.

Govt decides to open new diplomatic mission in Guyana

10:06 AM, 30 Jan 2026 Friday

The interim government has decided to establish a new diplomatic mission in Georgetown, the capital of Guyana. As part of the move, a portion of the manpower approved by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will be deployed promptly.

Iran to respond ‘instantly’ in case of US attack: army spokesman

09:41 AM, 30 Jan 2026 Friday

Iran will deliver an immediate response in case of an attack by the United States, the army spokesman said Thursday, warning that US military bases in the region or an aircraft carrier could be targets.

BPC chairman Aminul Ahsan made OSD

09:24 AM, 30 Jan 2026 Friday

Aminul Ahsan, chairman of Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation (BPC), has been made a Special Officer on Duty (OSD) at the Ministry of Public Administration.