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Sajjad Hossain

Sajjad Hossain is a staff reporter at The Daily Star. He can be reached at sajjadhossain084@gmail.com

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Middle class squeezed

6 October 2026
A series of price hikes leaves many families with no wiggle room
6 October 2026
BNP national council 2026

Give details on errants, ‘no more cover-ups’, BNP tells its grassroots

4 October 2026
The BNP high command has instructed grassroots organisers to promptly inform the party’s central office if any member in their area faces allegations of criminal activity, rather than conceal the matter or shield the person involved.
4 October 2026
BNP internal reform 2026

BNP now eyes cautious overhaul of Dhaka units

3 October 2026
The BNP leadership is expected to take a more cautious approach to restructuring its two Dhaka city units to strengthen the party’s presence in the capital, enforce organisational discipline, and bring in leaders with clean images.
3 October 2026
BNP national council 2026

BNP draws a line in the sand

2 October 2026
BNP leaders believe reserved-seat MP Ferdousy Ahmed resigning on the instruction of the prime minister has sent a strong warning across the party.
2 October 2026
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Be more active on social media to counter misinformation

29 September 2026
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman yesterday instructed cabinet members to become more active on social media in highlighting the government’s initiatives and responding to misinformation and negative campaigns.
29 September 2026
BNP national council 2026

BNP moves to step up grassroots activities

21 September 2026
The ruling BNP has decided to intensify its political and organisational activities across the country, asking its leaders and activists to remain alert, strengthen contact with the people, and take programmes based on local situations.
21 September 2026
Bangladesh local government election candidate selection

Picking local poll aspirants: BNP struggles, Jamaat already on the move

18 September 2026
As political parties gear up for the upcoming local government elections, the ruling BNP is struggling to contain multiple aspirants, while Jamaat-e-Islami says it has already selected candidates in most areas and many of them are already active in the field.
18 September 2026
BNP national council 2026

BNP looks to fix centre to rein in grassroots

11 September 2026
The BNP is likely to decide this week on the schedule for its long-awaited national council as the party seeks to reorganise its structure and strengthen its grassroots network.
11 September 2026
BNP internal clashes in Bangladesh

BNP infighting claims 43 lives in 7 months

Since the fall of the Awami League regime in August last year, the BNP has been plagued by clashes between party factions, leading to the deaths of at least 43 leaders and activists.
20 March 2025
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BNP cautiously optimistic of polls in December

BNP leaders believe that the government is trying to cater to the interests of multiple political groups, which may explain the conflicting statements.
17 March 2025
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Is the government awake? Is it listening?

Golam Hossain was a rickshaw puller. On March 12, he was murdered. Why, you ask?
14 March 2025
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There’s no need for constituent assembly

It has been seven months since the interim government took office. During this time, the caretaker administration has been working to revive the political process and strengthen state institutions. Meanwhile, participants in the July uprising have floated a new political party.
11 March 2025
Women’s safety in Bangladesh

Fear on the streets: a gift for women, from men

I am only asking—have we stopped standing by women?
9 March 2025
BNP meeting with UN chief

Explain how Hasina, others managed to flee

The BNP has decided to demand an explanation from the interim government regarding how Sheikh Hasina and her associates managed to flee Bangladesh after the fall of the Awami League government on August 5.
28 February 2025
BNP leaders call to discard traitors

Discard traitors, those inactive during uprising

Grassroots BNP leaders yesterday said there are conspiracies to harm their party’s election prospects.
27 February 2025
BNP meeting with UN chief

Polls candidates, strategy: BNP meet today to seek info from grassroots

The BNP is holding an extended meeting today to gather opinions of its grassroots about possible election candidates and its polls strategy.
26 February 2025
National Consensus Commission reform proposals

Parties fret over govt initiative to publish their stance online

While the government's push for transparency has been praised by many, some politicians worry that it could expose their parties to public criticism
17 February 2025
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A charter of reforms for next govt

The goal of the reforms should be eliminating the legal and institutional frameworks that allow one to become an autocrat, said Muhammad Yunus
15 February 2025
BNP meeting with UN chief

National polls: BNP to keep pressing govt for roadmap

Despite government assurance of polls by December, the BNP would be pushing for prompt announcement of the election roadmap as it believes a quarter is out to delay the polls.
11 February 2025
BNP meeting with UN chief

BNP worried over law and order

The BNP is likely to hold talks with Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus this week and express concerns over the country’s “deteriorating” law and order situation, especially the demolition of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s residence in Dhanmondi, say several party leaders.
7 February 2025
LPG price hike

BNP drafts July uprising declaration

The BNP has finalised its draft declaration of the July uprising. It is currently discussing the draft with allies and like-minded parties for their feedback to ensure broader acceptance.
1 February 2025
BNP meeting with UN chief

No local polls before general election

The BNP and its like-minded parties have firmly opposed plans to hold local government elections before the national polls.
10 January 2025
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Khaleda finally off to UK for treatment

After years of relentless appeals and repeated denials by the Awami League government, BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia flew to London last night for better medical treatment.
7 January 2025
BNP postpones April 26 rally

Gap widening between BNP, interim govt

Unresolved issues, including delays in declaring a polls roadmap and resolving politically motivated cases, are creating a distance between the BNP and the interim government.
1 January 2025
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46th Anniversary: Leadership and structural issues plague JCD

Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD), the pro-BNP student wing which has been facing criticism for outdated leadership, is set to observe its 46th founding anniversary today.
31 December 2024
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Overcoming hardship thru skills development

At just 18 years old, Monir Hossain has become a beacon of hope for the village of Samitipara in Cox’s Bazar.
24 December 2024
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Khaleda may join her first rally in 7yrs on Dec 21

BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia is set to make her first appearance in a political programme in seven years on December 21, reigniting discussions about her symbolic presence and the possibility of a political comeback.
15 December 2024
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3 pro-BNP bodies march to Akhaura

Any attempt to undermine Bangladesh’s sovereignty would face strong protests, leaders of Jubo Dal, Swechchhasebak Dal, and Chhatra Dal warned India yesterday.
11 December 2024

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