A glance at the most important news of the day
Among a number of incidents taking place on Wednesday (15 January), take a quick look at some of the most important news items The Business Standard has compiled for you…
Matiur of goat scandal, his first wife arrested
Former National Board of Revenue (NBR) official Matiur Rahman and his first wife Layla Kaniz have been arrested in a case filed by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC).
Khaleda, Tarique, all others acquitted from Zia Orphanage Trust case
The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court has acquitted BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia, Acting Chairperson Tarique Rahman and four others from the Zia Orphanage Trust corruption case.
Reform reports will create framework for new Bangladesh, pave way for creating charter
The reports submitted by four reform commissions today (15 January) will provide the framework for a new Bangladesh, Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus said.
Fire guts 3 resorts on St Martin's Island
A devastating fire broke out on St Martin's Island in the early hours of Wednesday (15 January), destroying three resorts.
South Korean investigators arrest impeached President Yoon, ending weeks-long standoff
South Korean authorities arrested impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol on Wednesday over insurrection allegations, with the embattled leader saying he agreed to comply with what he called an illegal probe to avoid "bloodshed".