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The Cyber and Special Crime (North) Division of the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Detective Branch (DB) has recovered and seized 117 mobile phones of various brands during a special drive. DMP has urged owners of lost or stolen phones to match their handset IMEI numbers against the published list of recovered devices. This information was confirmed in a press release issued by DMP’s Media and Public Relations Division. According to the release, the Organized Crime Investigation Team of the DB Cyber and Special Crime (North) Division seized these mobile handsets as part of an ongoing investigation into a case filed…

Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who was ousted in a mass uprising, has no possibility of returning to Bangladesh within the next 10 years, stated National Parliament Speaker Major (Retd) Hafiz Uddin Ahmed. The Speaker made these critical remarks while interacting with local journalists at the Bhola Circuit House on Thursday morning, discussing the country’s contemporary political landscape and imperative electoral reforms. Electoral Misconduct Under Past Regime: Speaker Hafiz noted that the previous government had cultivated a political and electoral atmosphere where it was virtually impossible for honest, qualified, and neutral individuals to participate in or win elections. Electoral System…

In a escalating surge of regional security threats, a missile strike hit King Fahd International Airport in the eastern Saudi city of Dammam, leaving 1 person dead and at least 8 others injured. Qatar-based broadcaster Al Jazeera, citing Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), confirmed the casualties. In an official statement, Saudi aviation authorities noted that the injured individuals were immediately rushed to local medical centers, with several currently listed in critical condition. Drone Strike on Aramco Oil Installation: Shortly after the airport strike, Saudi air defense systems intercepted an attack drone targeting a key facility belonging to…

Bangladesh has climbed two places in the WJP Rule of Law Index 2026, published by the international human rights and governance research organization World Justice Project (WJP). Scoring 0.39 out of 1.00, Bangladesh has advanced to 123rd position among 143 independent nations evaluated globally. The report highlights that Bangladesh has emerged as one of the fastest-improving nations in establishing the rule of law on a global scale this year, securing a spot among the top 15 global improvers (ranking 15th worldwide in year-over-year progress). 4th Position in South Asia: Bangladesh ranks 4th out of 6 evaluated South Asian nations. Nepal…

The cricket world witnessed one of the greatest and most exhilarating matches in ODI history as Sri Lanka successfully chased down a daunting 430-run target to defeat England by 2 wickets with just 1 ball remaining. Played at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium as part of the Tri-Nation ODI Series, Sri Lanka’s monumental chase stands as the second-highest successful run-chase in the 50-year history of One-Day International cricket. Earlier in the match, England skipper Harry Brook set the stadium ablaze by shattering the record for the fastest double century in ODI history, surpassing Shubman Gill’s mark by reaching 200 off just…

A tense 4-2 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in the UEFA Champions League, FC Barcelona has turned its attention to off-field hostility. The Catalan club has lodged a formal complaint with European football’s governing body, UEFA, condemning a controversial and violence-inciting banner displayed by PSG ultras before kickoff. The banner, unveiled at Paris’s Parc des Princes, depicted a masked individual clad in a PSG jersey sawing through Barcelona’s official crest. Below the graphic, bold lettering read: “Massacre, Parisian Style.” Allegations of Inciting Violence & Hatred: FC Barcelona executives maintained that such graphic displays directly promote violence and unsportsmanlike hostility, standing…

Two legendary icons of Bangladesh’s rock music scene—Mahfuz Anam James of Nagarbaul and Hasan of Arc—are reuniting on the same stage after a prolonged hiatus. The grand musical event, titled “Rock N Rhythm 5.0: No Limits in the Zone,” is set to take place today, Friday (October 23, 2026), at the Carnival Arena of Jamuna Future Park in Dhaka. Event organizer Adventor Communications announced that the open-air concert, commencing at 3:00 PM, will feature a star-studded lineup. Alongside Nagarbaul and Arc, three of the country’s most celebrated rock bands—Warfaze, Aurthohin, and Shunno—are scheduled to deliver live performances. Nagarbaul James’s Statement:…

In a historic legal defeat for Big Tech, a court has ordered social media giant Meta to pay $25 billion to the State Administration of New Mexico following a jury conviction for deceiving users in connection with the Cambridge Analytica scandal. The verdict comes after a New Mexico jury found Meta guilty last month of fraudulent practices affecting more than 2.1 million state residents. According to news agency AFP, the colossal $25 billion penalty follows a separate $18 billion multi-state settlement Meta agreed to months earlier to resolve claims brought by 48 US states regarding user data misrepresentation. Meta’s Strong…

Overcoming initial fears following a devastating fire at ‘Tuptup Resort’ in Patuartek, Cox’s Bazar has witnessed a massive influx of tourists during the combined holidays for Sharadiya Durga Puja and educational institution vacations. Major beach points, including Laboni, Sugandha, and Kalatoli, along with nearby tourist spots, are bustling with visitors. Hotel operators report that despite anxieties that the Patuartek fire incident would dampen tourism, actual arrivals have defied expectations. However, fire safety preparedness and structural vulnerabilities across Marine Drive’s eco-resorts remain significant concerns. Industry leaders project that at least 10 lakh (1 million) tourists will visit Cox’s Bazar during the…

Urging the youth to thwart all conspiracies involving misinformation, religious extremism, and communal division, President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir called on the young generation to remain vocal in defense of truth, justice, and human dignity. The President delivered his keynote address as the chief guest during a state reception hosted at the Durbar Hall of Bangabhaban on Wednesday (October 21, 2026) to mark Sharadiya Durga Puja and Bijoya Dashami 2026. First Lady Rahat Ara Begum was also present at the reception. “Attempts are made at times to sow discord through rumors, propaganda, and religious fanaticism. We must stand firm and…