Bangladesh Information Commission inactive for 2 years, over 850 appeals pending
29 September 2026
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Rights
HC issues rule to compensate Tk 5cr to unlawfully detained man
28 September 2026
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Rights
CHT platform demands cancellation of three govt committees
28 September 2026
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Rights
Govt agrees to expert review of cyber law draft amid journalists’ concerns
28 September 2026
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Rights
TIB, HRSS condemn attacks on Radda health centre, Salman Muqtadir’s studio
27 September 2026
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Rights
Govt support services for persons with disabilities see low awareness, use: Study
24 September 2026
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Rights
SRB, disappearance act, cyber amendments draw criticism at NCP discussion
17 September 2026
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Rights
Civil society organisations voices concern over proposed Cyber Protection Act amendments
17 September 2026
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Rights
Rangamati rally demands return of 5% indigenous quota
17 September 2026
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Rights
Abuse survivors forced to navigate multiple institutions: speakers
16 September 2026
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Rights
Bangladesh Information Commission inactive for 2 years, over 850 appeals pending
Rights advocates call for the commission’s independent reconstitution as a national survey highlights poor public awareness of the RTI Act
29 September 2026
HC issues rule to compensate Tk 5cr to unlawfully detained man
The High Court also sought explanation over alleged negligence in communicating acquittal orders
28 September 2026
CHT platform demands cancellation of three govt committees
Speakers say the committees were formed without consulting local representatives and stakeholders
28 September 2026
Govt agrees to expert review of cyber law draft amid journalists’ concerns
Two panels to examine safeguards; recommendations due within 15 days
28 September 2026
TIB, HRSS condemn attacks on Radda health centre, Salman Muqtadir’s studio
Both organisations demand investigations and accountability; TIB urges BNP to clean up its ranks
27 September 2026
Govt support services for persons with disabilities see low awareness, use: Study
90.73% of respondents, however, are aware of Disability Allowance Programme, while 84.41% received the allowance
24 September 2026
SRB, disappearance act, cyber amendments draw criticism at NCP discussion
Speakers allege govt is reviving old repressive structures through legal measures
17 September 2026
Rangamati rally demands return of 5% indigenous quota
Demonstrators also raised concerns over teacher shortages, dropout rates and access to quality schooling in the hills
17 September 2026
Civil society organisations voices concern over proposed Cyber Protection Act amendments
Vaguely defined offences, expanded content-removal powers and greater executive discretion could undermine freedom of expression and due process, 19 organisations say in joint statement
17 September 2026
Abuse survivors forced to navigate multiple institutions: speakers
ASK dialogue calls for stronger referral systems and wider access to support services
16 September 2026
Holding powerful to account is the job of journalists: BSS chief
BSS chief says journalists must remain independent, truthful and committed to serving the people
16 September 2026
What could he have stolen that was worth his life?
The killing of Mohammad Faysal in Moheshkhali forces an uncomfortable question about those who attack, those who watch and the state that must prevent both
16 September 2026
Coalition calls for stronger action on child marriage, healthcare costs
Seven development organisations say gaps remain in education, health and women’s safety
16 September 2026
MJF demands swift action over reported rape, killing of child in Jamalpur
Urges stronger preventive safeguarding measures for women and children
15 September 2026
Miraj Sheikh’s family will not be denied justice: Law minister
Md Asaduzzaman says authorities are investigating the fisherman’s alleged enforced disappearance with priority and caution
15 September 2026
52 eminent citizens raise concern over new CHT committees
Joint statement urges reconstitution of the committees and full implementation of the Chattogram Hill Tracts Accord
14 September 2026
Cyber Protection Act draft more regressive than DSA: Tech Global Institute
Draft criminalises online expression, permits pre-trial detention, it says
12 September 2026
TIB warns draft cyber law could enable unchecked surveillance and repression
Organisation flags vague offences, non-bailable provisions and broad powers for a government-controlled council
11 September 2026
Experts urge repeal of colonial-era suicide attempt law
Speakers at Dhaka University vigil urge scrapping Section 309 of the Penal Code and expanding suicide-prevention support nationwide
10 September 2026
Changing Rab’s name alone won’t bring institutional reform: TIB
Organisation calls for vetting of personnel, civilian oversight and tighter limits on use of force
6 September 2026