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Politics

Jatiya Party secretary general apologises to nation

Jatiya Party Secretary General Mujibul Haque Chunnu has issued an unconditional apology to the nation for the party’s decision to participate in elections and join the cabinet under what he called the “fallen fascist” Awami League government. Speaking at the

Bangladesh people demand real change: Tarique Rahman

BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman said on Saturday (Aug 9) that the people of the country desire positive change. Speaking virtually from London at the central council meeting of the Doctors Association of Bangladesh (DAB), he said that every individual seeks change. 

Tarique Rahman is Bangladesh’s future PM, says Mirza Fakhrul

Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Saturday said that the party acting chairman Tarique Rahman is the country’s future prime minister. Speaking at the national council of the Doctors Association of Bangladesh (DAB) on August 9, he

Six DU hall leaders removed for proven Chhatra League links

Six leaders recently appointed to the Dhaka University (DU) hall committee by the Jatiya Chatra Dal (JCD) have been dismissed from their posts after their affiliation with the ruling Awami League’s student wing, Chhatra League, was confirmed. JCD Central President Rakibul Islam

JP to hold 10th national council today

The Jatiya Party (JP) will hold its 10th national council today, aiming to end long-standing divisions and begin a new chapter of unity, Acting Chairman Anisul Islam Mahmud said yesterday. Speaking at a press conference in Gulshan, Anisul said the council would pave the way to fulfil

Tarique Rahman pledges democratic welfare state

Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman has pledged to build Bangladesh as a democratic welfare state if his party assumes office in the upcoming national elections. “Fascism has been defeated in the mass uprising of students, workers, and the public in

DU JCD announces new convening committees for 18 halls

The Dhaka University (DU) unit of Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD) has announced new convening committees for 18 residential halls of the university. DU JCD President Ganesh Chandra Roy Sahos and General Secretary Nahiduzzaman Shipon approved the committees on Friday. Among the major

Cox’s Bazar visit was silent protest against July declaration: Hasnat

Hasnat Abdullah, chief organizer of the southern of the National Citizens Party (NCP) regarding Cox’s Bazar visit on Ausgust 5 said, it was a silent protest against “July Declaration”. He also termed July declaration as incomplete.  Hasnat replied in response

Jubo League’s Swapan held in July uprising murder case

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) early Thursday arrested a ward-level Jubo League leader in connection with the fatal shooting of student Nadimul Haque Elem during the July 2024 anti-discrimination student movement. The arrestee, Sarwar Hossain Swapan, president of Ward No.

Doa Mahfil marks 41st death anniversary of Tarique’s father-in-law

A milad and doa mahfil commemorating the 41st death anniversary of former Navy chief Rear Admiral Mahbub Ali Khan was held on Wednesday night at Mahbub Bhaban in Dhanmondi. Rear Admiral Mahbub Ali Khan was the father-in-law of BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman, who, along with his

US envoy meets Tarique Rahman in London

BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman held a meeting with Tracy Ann Jacobson, the Chargé d’Affaires of the United States Embassy in Dhaka, during the second week of July in London.  The development was confirmed by Humayun Kabir, Foreign Affairs Adviser to Tarique

Fascism won’t return if democratic rights ensured: Tarique Rahman

BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman has said that guaranteeing democratic rights is essential to preventing the resurgence of fascism in Bangladesh. Speaking as the chief guest at a pre-rally gathering on Wednesday (August 6) marking the first anniversary of the fall of the Awami League

Tarique Rahman thanks CA Yunus

BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman has expressed heartfelt thanks to Chief Adviser (CA) Professor Muhammad Yunus, members of the Advisory Council, and all concerned of the interim government for taking necessary steps and initiatives to smoothen the path of democracy despite various

5 NCP leaders served show-cause notice

The high command of National Citizen’s Party (NCP) has issued show cause letter to its five member of central convening committee. Tasneem Zara, Khaled Saifullah, Hasnat Abdullah, Sarjis Alam and Nasiruddin Patwari, were hit with the notification on Wednesday (August 6). The

BNP welcomes 'July Declaration' and election timeline 

Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has said that the historic July Declaration marks a turning point in Bangladesh’s political landscape and will pave the way for the restoration of democracy. Speaking at a press conference held at

Patwari denies meeting Ex-US envoy Haas in Cox’s

National Citizens’ Party (NCP) Chief Coordinator Nasiruddin Patwari has dismissed as “rumours” recent media and social media reports claiming that several party leaders travelled to Cox’s Bazar to meet with former United States Ambassador to Bangladesh Peter Haas.

Jamaat leaders to join 'July Declaration' event 

A four-member delegation from Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami will participate in the official ceremony of the July Declaration to be held Tuesday afternoon (Aug 5) at the South Plaza of the National Parliament complex. The event, scheduled for 5:00 pm, will feature the formal presentation

BNP delegation to join July Declaration event in Dhaka

A five-member delegation from the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), led by Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, is set to attend the July Declaration event taking place today at Manik Mia Avenue in Dhaka. The delegation also includes senior BNP leaders and Standing

BNP yet to receive invite to July Charter event

BNP Standing Committee Member Salahuddin Ahmed said his party not yet invited to the upcoming July Charter reading ceremony. He made the remarks while talking to journalists at his residence in Gulshan, Dhaka on Monday (August 4). At this time, Salahuddin addressed various issues,

Menon, Inu, Palak shown arrested in murder case

A Dhaka court on Monday ordered that former minister Rashed Khan Menon, Jatiya Samajtantrik Dal (JSD) President Hasanul Haq Inu, and former state minister Zunaid Ahmed Palak be shown arrested in the murder case of Mahadi Hasan Pantho, who was killed during the July uprising. Dhaka