Rebranding of BNP's Tarique Rahman cannot erase corrupt legacy: Bangladesh Awami League

IANS | January 22, 2026 5:16 PM

Dhaka, Jan 22 (IANS) Bangladesh Awami League on Thursday warned that the country is witnessing a disturbing political trend, with Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairman Tarique Rahman being celebrated, rehabilitated, and projected as a future leader, raising concerns that the nation’s history has been erased and its collective memory failed.

Devotion meets development: Devotees hail Ayodhya’s new era under PM Modi

IANS | January 22, 2026 3:48 PM

Ayodhya, Jan 22 (IANS) Thursday, the auspicious day of the anniversary of the Pran Pratishtha of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, was marked by heavy footfall in the temple town. The city, revered as the birthplace of Lord Ram, is witnessing an unprecedented surge of devotees, with visitors expressing awe at its remarkable transformation over the past few decades.

CM Siddaramaiah should apologise, Speaker must act: K'taka BJP on Governor speech row

IANS | January 22, 2026 2:13 PM

Bengaluru, Jan 22 (IANS) The Karnataka BJP has condemned the behaviour of Congress MLAs and MLCs following Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot's refusal to deliver the speech prepared by the state government. The party demanded that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah issue an apology, and has urged the Speaker to take appropriate action against Congress legislators who reportedly attempted to obstruct and assault the Governor as he was leaving the House.