A Dhaka court today showed former state minister Kamal Ahmed Mojumder arrested in an arms case filed with Banani Police Station. He was produced before the court, which then ordered his return to jail. Dhaka Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Md Ziadur Rahman passed the order as

Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) does not want to engage in direct conflict with the government over the upcoming national election issue, but growing concerns have emerged within the party due to the government's delay in announcing a clear election roadmap. Following the

BNP Standing Committee member Salahuddin Ahmed said on Tuesday (June 3) that his party does not want local government elections to be held under a caretaker government.  He said that the caretaker government’s tenure should not exceed three months and local elections should

BNP Standing Committee Member Salahuddin Ahmed has filed a complaint with the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT), accusing Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and six others of involvement in his alleged abduction. He submitted the complaint at the office of the Chief Prosecutor of the

The National Consensus Commission has launched a significant round of multi-party dialogue, bringing together representatives from 30 political parties — including the BNP, Jamaat-e-Islami, and the Nationalist Consensus Party (NCP). The meeting began Tuesday (June 3) morning at

BNP Standing Committee Member Amir Khashru Mahmud Chowdhury has said there is no qualitative change in the proposed national budget for FY 2025–26. Speaking at a press conference at BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia’s Gulshan office, he said, “The main structure of the

A Dhaka court today placed former minister Rashed Khan Menon on a five-day remand in connection with the killing of jhut trader Monir during the July-August Mass Uprising. Dhaka Metropolitan Magistrate MA Azharul Islam passed the order after police sought a 10-day remand. Menon was

Supporters of BNP leader Ishraque Hossain once again blockaded Nagar Bhaban, the headquarters of Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC), on Sunday (June 1), demanding his immediate swearing-in as mayor.  The protest has brought all civic services to a halt. From early morning, BNP

Bangladesh has opened the trial of fugitive former prime minister Sheikh Hasina as prosecutors at the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) formally submitted charges against her over alleged crimes against humanity committed during last year’s student-led mass uprising. Besides.

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court today overturned a previous High Court verdict that had declared Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami’s registration illegal, clearing the way for the party's return to electoral politics. A four-member bench led by Chief Justice Syed Refaat

Chief Prosecutor of the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT), Tazul Islam, said that formal charges against ousted former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will be filed on Sunday. Speaking at a discussion at the National Press Club on Saturday, he said, “We are determined to push the

Chief Adviser Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus has invited the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) for a dialogue on June 2 at the State Guest House Jamuna. BNP Standing Committee Member Salahuddin Ahmed confirmed the invitation during a discussion meeting organized by the BNP’s

Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman has said Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman as “a symbol of democracy” who dedicated his life to ensuring democratic ideals in Bangladesh. Speaking at a Khatme Quran and doa-mahfil organized by the UK unit of BNP

BNP Standing Committee Member Salahuddin Ahmed on Friday (May 30) said Nobel Laureate Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus should understand that the entire nation is waiting for a fair, peaceful and neutral election. He made the remark while addressing a prayer gathering and a food and

Bangladesh is commemorating the 44th anniversary of the martyrdom of Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman today (May 30) with due solemnity and respect. Ziaur Rahman, the proclaimer of Bangladesh’s independence and a key figure in the country’s political and military history, was

BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman has said it’s possible to hold next national election before December, if this government has the right intention. He made the remark on Thursday (May 29) while speaking virtually from London at a discussion organised at the Institution of

BNP Chairperson and former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia has said that the continuous journey of democracy in Bangladesh is still being hindered at every step. She made the remarks virtually on Thursday (May 29) while addressing a discussion held at the Institution of Engineers,

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman has issued an urgent message warning party leaders and activists against breaking party discipline. He made the warning through a post in his Facebook account around 12:00pm on Thursday (May 29). Dr Rahman made it clear that the party

BNP’s acting chairman Tarique Rahman, who has faced over 80 cases since 2007, is gradually being freed from legal entanglements.. Among these cases are the Zia Orphanage Trust case, the August 21 grenade attack case, money laundering case, illegal wealth acquisition case, and a

BNP’s acting chairman Tarique Rahman on Wednesday claimed that tactics over delaying national election have begun. He said, now debates are on whether the reforms should be minor or major. Tarique Rahman made the remarks while addressing a youth rally virtually as the chief