Thursday, February 12, 2026

BNP postpones Tarique Rahman’s Feb 8 rally

Announces citywide campaign in Dhaka News Desk : dhakamirror.com Bangladesh Nationalist Party has cancelled its final election rally scheduled to be held in Dhaka on February 8. Instead of holding the rally, BNP chairperson Tarique Rahman will deliver election speeches at different locations across Dhaka North and South on February 8 and 9, BNP senior ... Read more

Helio launches helio 95 smartphone in Bangladesh

Business Desk : dhakamirror.com Helio has launched its latest smartphone, the Helio 95, in the Bangladeshi market, targeting users seeking premium features, robust performance, and modern design at a price point tailored to the country’s highly price-sensitive smartphone segment. Powered by Android 15, the helio 95 features a high-refresh-rate AMOLED display, advanced camera capabilities and ... Read more

Final BNP election rally set for Dhaka on February 8

News Desk : dhakamirror.com BNP chairman will attend the Nayapaltan rally as chief guest, party leaders say BNP will hold its final election rally on Sunday (8 February) in the capital, ahead of the national election. The rally will take place at the party’s central office in the capital’s Nayapaltan area at 2pm, with BNP ... Read more

Humaira Sultana becomes first female Biman MD

News Desk : dhakamirror.com The government on Tuesday cancelled the appointment of Safiqur Rahman as managing director and chief executive officer of Biman Bangladesh Airlines and gave the additional secretary of the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism, Humaira Sultana, additional charge as MD and CEO of the national flag carrier. As a result, Humaira ... Read more

RAB to be renamed as ‘Special Intervention Force’

News Desk : dhakamirror.com The interim government has decided to rechristen the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) as the “Special Intervention Force (SIF)”. Home Affairs Adviser Lt Gen (retd) Jahangir Alam Chowdhury made this announcement on Tuesday (3 February) following a meeting of the law-and-order core committee at the Bangladesh Secretariat. In response to the question ... Read more

Dhaka University names four new emeritus professors

News Desk : dhakamirror.com Dhaka University (DU) authorities have named four eminent academicians as emeritus professors at the university. They are former vice‑chancellor Prof Dr Anwarullah Chowdhury, former vice‑chancellor Prof Dr A F M Yousuf Haider, former Faculty of Science dean Prof Dr Tajmeri S Islam, and former Faculty of Pharmacy dean Prof Dr Chowdhury ... Read more

Tarique’s electoral address to be broadcast on BTV Feb 9

News Desk : dhakamirror.com Bangladesh Nationalist Party chairman Tarique Rahman is set to deliver an electoral address to the nation on the Bangladesh Television on February 9, ahead of the upcoming referendum and national elections scheduled for February 12. The Election Commission (EC) has instructed BTV to make the necessary arrangements. The information was disclosed ... Read more

realme to introduce groundbreaking 10,001mAh long-life Titan Battery

Business Desk : dhakamirror.com realme, the youth-favorite global smartphone brand, is set to introduce the 10,001mAh long-life Titan battery—a revolutionary leap that reinforces realme’s status as the global Battery Tech Pioneer. This breakthrough is designed to address the real-world challenges faced by smartphone users worldwide, where battery life remains a significant hurdle in a fast-paced ... Read more

E-ticketing launch for Dhaka bus services next week

News Desk : dhakamirror.com Passengers using buses in Dhaka and nearby areas must now buy e-tickets before getting on, as the long-awaited digital ticketing system is launching next week. This initiative aims to organize the chaotic transport system, lessen traffic jams, reduce fare disputes, and enhance passenger safety in both city and suburban routes. The ... Read more

Government employees may see pay doubling

The National Pay Commission report is expected by January 21 News Desk : dhakamirror.com The National Pay Commission 2025 has finalised its report, recommending over 100 per cent hike in pays for the government employees who are serving at lower levels in the 20-grade salary structure. Officials said that pay hikes for officers serving between ... Read more

36 more Bangladeshis sent back as US illegal immigration crackdown escalates

News Desk : dhakamirror.com The United States deported another 36 Bangladeshi nationals as part of its ongoing efforts against illegal immigration. A special military flight from the US arrived at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport at noon on Tuesday (20 January), as stated in a press release from BRAC’s Migration Programme. Among the 36 deportees, 21 ... Read more

DU organises its first ‘Pet Carnival’

News Desk : dhakamirror.com Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (Ducsu) held its first “Pet Carnival” today at the Teacher-Student Centre (TSC) to promote awareness about the welfare of animals on campus. The event was organized in collaboration with Ducsu, the Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock, and Care DU. Anas Ibne Monir, a Ducsu executive member ... Read more

Bashundhara Public School awards 143 students in art competition

News Desk : dhakamirror.com The prize-giving ceremony of the Bashundhara Public School and College Art Competition 2025, the country’s largest school-level art contest, was held on Saturday at International Convention City Bashundhara. The mega competition was held on 12 December last year, drawing unprecedented participation from students across the country. Organised under the theme “The ... Read more

BKash campaign rewards 63 remittance recipients

Business Desk : dhakamirror.com A total of 63 beneficiaries of expatriate remittances have been declared winners under a campaign jointly launched by bKash and international money transfer operator Touch ‘n Go, based on receiving the highest amount of remittance directly into bKash accounts from Malaysia. The prizes were recently handed over at an event held ... Read more

Unimass hosts property fair 2026 in Dhaka

Business Desk : dhakamirror.com Unimass Holdings Ltd is hosting the Unimass Property Fair 2026, offering prospective homebuyers and investors an opportunity to explore a range of premium residential projects designed for modern urban living. The fair is being held from 15 January to 7 February 2026, every day from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm, at ... Read more

Walton launches nationwide free ac cleaning service campaign

Business Desk : dhakamirror.com Walton, the country’s leading air conditioner brand, has launched a nationwide free cleaning service campaign to ensure faster, more efficient after-sales service for customers. Under the campaign, Walton AC customers across the country will be able to avail themselves of free AC cleaning services. The campaign has started today with the ... Read more

SSC, equivalent exams start April 21

News Desk : dhakamirror.com This year, the Secondary School Certificate and similar exams will start on April 21 and end on June 14. The Dhaka Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education released the exam schedule on its website on Thursday. The theoretical exams are set for April 21 to May 20, while practical exams will ... Read more

Bangladesh suspends on-arrival visas until February 15

News Desk : dhakamirror.com Bangladesh has halted the on-arrival visa service for all eligible nations starting today until February 15 to avoid any incidents during the upcoming elections. Foreign Adviser Touhid Hossain told reporters at the foreign ministry yesterday, “We’ve been directed to take this action to prevent any incidents during the elections. Unexpected individuals ... Read more

US to suspend issuing immigrant visas for 75 nations, including Bangladesh

News Desk : dhakamirror.com The United States said on Wednesday it was halting the processing of immigrant visas from 75 countries, which included Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Iraq, Iran and Somalia. It was President Donald Trump’s latest move against foreigners seeking to come to the United States, reports Fox News. The US has halted all visa ... Read more