Wednesday, 21 May, 2025

Politics

Announce clear roadmap for national election: Tarique Rahman

BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman has once again called on the interim government to announce a clear roadmap for the next national election. He made the remarks while joining virtually an event marking the fifth founding anniversary of Amar Bangladesh (AB) Party held at the National

Cancel AL’s registration, ban activities: NCP Chief

National Citizens' Party (NCP) Convener Nahid Islam has demanded that the Election Commission cancel the Awami League’s registration and impose a ban on its organisational activities. He made the remarks while speaking at the founding anniversary event of Amar Bangladesh (AB)

NCP to hold protest rally today demanding trial of AL

The National Citizen Party (NCP) will stage a protest rally today (May 2) at 3pm in front of the south gate of Baitul Mukarram National Mosque, demanding the trial of the Awami League for alleged mass killings during the July uprising and a ban on its political activities. Organized by

Khaleda Zia set to return home on May 5

BNP Chairperson and former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia is set to return home on Monday, May 5, following a medical check-up in London. BNP Standing Committee Member AZM Zahid Hossain confirmed that her health has improved significantly.  She will return aboard a Biman

Fakhrul calls for urgent reforms to form people’s govt

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir today called for swift reforms to pave the way for the next general elections and the formation of a "people’s government." Speaking at a May Day rally in front of BNP’s Nayapaltan office, he said, “Fascism

Only parliament can decide on 'corridor': Tarique Rahman

BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman today said that the decision to allow a 'humanitarian corridor' in Myanmar’s Rakhine State must come from an elected parliament. Speaking virtually from London as the chief guest at the Jatiyatabadi Sramik Dal rally on the occasion

BNP activists rally at Nayapaltan on Labour Day

Leaders and activists of the BNP gathered at Nayapaltan today to attend a rally marking International Labour Day, organised by the Jatiyatabadi Sramik Dal. The 'Workers' Rally' began at 2:10pm with a recitation from the Holy Quran. Party supporters started arriving from

Jamaat chief Joins workers' rally in Dhaka on May Day

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman  joined a large workers’ rally at Paltan More in the capital today (May 1), marking International Workers' Day. The rally was organised by the Bangladesh Workers' Welfare Federation, a labour wing affiliated with the party.

Tarique Rahman extends support to ailing Nizam Uddin

BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman has extended support to Nizam Uddin, a seriously ill Faridpur resident who vowed not to eat rice until BNP returns to power. Following his directive, a BNP delegation led by Health Affairs Secretary Dr Rafiqul Islam and 'Amra BNP Paribar'

BNP committed to protecting rights of all citizens: Fakhrul

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir today said his party’s commitment to safeguarding the rights of all citizens, regardless of religion, caste, or creed. Speaking at the unveiling of the Sri Sri Shanidev Mandir plaque at Kalibari Temple in Thakurgaon, Fakhrul said

BNP urges activists to avoid unlawful activities

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has warned party leaders and activists not to get involved in any unlawful activities.  He said if anyone commits wrongdoing, they could face consequences like the previous regime Awami League. He made the remark on Tuesday

Jamaat wants national polls by Mid-February 2026

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has expressed its preference for the next national election to be held by mid-February 2026.  The party’s Ameer, Dr Shafiqur Rahman, made the statement on Tuesday (April 29) while speaking at a views-exchange meeting at Kulaura Municipality

Report on Hasina, 52 others arrest warrants due May 12

A Dhaka court set May 12 for submitting reports on arrest warrants against 53 people, including Sheikh Hasina, Sheikh Rehana, and Tulip Siddiq, in cases over alleged irregularities in acquiring plots in the RAJUK Purbachal New Town project. Dhaka Metropolitan Senior Special Judge Md

Khasru, 4 others exempted from Special Powers Act case

A Dhaka court today exempted BNP Standing Committee Member Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury and four others from charges in a case filed under the Special Powers Act over a leaked audio clip during the 2018 student movement for safe roads. The other accused cleared are Barrister Minhanur

Sher-e-Bangla was an 'immortal statesman' of subcontinent: Tarique 

BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman today paid glowing tributes to Sher-e-Bangla AK Fazlul Huq, calling him an 'Immortal Politician' of the Indian subcontinent on the 63rd death anniversary of the legendary leader.  Tarique Rahman in a statement also recalled with deep

Ganosamhati Andolon meets National Consensus Commission 

Ganasamhati Andolon participated in talks with the National Consensus Commission on Sunday morning at the LD Hall of the Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban. The discussion, chaired by Commission Vice-Chairman Prof Ali Riaz, began at 10:15am.  A 10-member team led by Chief Coordinator

Rizvi calls for trial of judges behind 'fascism'

BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi Ahmed today demanded the trial of judges who, according to him, played a role in establishing 'fascism' in Bangladesh.  Speaking at a discussion organized by the Nationalist Research Foundation at the Jatiya Press Club,

8 more detained in Dhaka over AL processions

The Detective Branch (DB) of Dhaka Metropolitan Police has detained eight activists of Awami League and its affiliated bodies, including a former Chhatra League leader, from different parts of the capital for allegedly organizing sudden processions. Among the detainees are Shamim Ahmed

Jamaat pledges full support for constructive reforms: Taher

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami assured the National Consensus Commission of the party’s full cooperation in pushing forward "constructive, positive, and realistic reforms," its Nayeb-e-Ameer Syed Abdullah Muhammad Taher said today (April 26). Speaking at a meeting with the

Ali Riaz urges political parties to seize reform opportunity

Vice-Chairman of the National Consensus Commission, Professor Ali Riaz, has urged political parties not to miss the "historic opportunity" for national reform. He also warned that the sacrifices of those who fought for democracy must not be wasted. Ali Riaz was speaking at