Govt assures embassy security ahead of polls

The foreign ministry has assured full security for embassies and missions in Dhaka and briefed diplomats on overall security arrangements ahead of the national election scheduled for February 12 next year.
18 December 2025

Time to empower media to counter misinformation

Journalists need to feel secure from harassment and confident that arrests are subject to due process and judicial oversight, said Michael Miller, the EU ambassador to Bangladesh.
18 December 2025

July frontliner Hadi dies

After fighting for his life for six days, Sharif Osman Hadi, spokesperson for Inqilab Moncho, passed away at a Singapore hospital last night.
18 December 2025

673 appointed from 27th BCS after 19 yrs

Nineteen years after being recommended by the Public Service Commission, 673 job seekers have been appointed to various cadres with retrospective seniority.
18 December 2025

Seat-Sharing: BNP still keeps allies hanging

Even though a week has passed since the announcement of the election schedule, BNP allies still do not know how many seats they might be allotted.
18 December 2025

BNP readies grand reception for Tarique

BNP has begun preparations for what it calls a “historic reception” to mark the homecoming of its acting chairman, Tarique Rahman, after 17 years in exile.
18 December 2025

Armed forces will be on polls duty for 5 days

The Election Commission yesterday rolled out a detailed security plan to ensure a peaceful and orderly environment during the national polls and referendum, including a five-day deployment of the armed forces.
18 December 2025

July uprising didn’t propose to overturn charter: CJ

The July uprising proposed to purify our engagement with the constitution, not to overturn it, outgoing Chief Justice Syed Refaat Ahmed said yesterday.
18 December 2025

Tarique Rahman condemns killing of Sharif Osman Hadi

BNP acting chairman urges swift investigation and justice for slain activist
18 December 2025

State mourning Saturday over death of Hadi: Chief adviser

Yunus announces half-mast flags, nationwide prayers in address to the nation
18 December 2025

Protesters gather at Shahbagh after news of Hadi’s death

Inqilab Moncho called for protests earlier
18 December 2025
18 December 2025

BNP, Jamaat and other parties mourn Hadi's demise

Political parties, leaders pay tribute, demand justice
18 December 2025

Tarique Rahman collects travel pass from Bangladesh High Commission in London

Issuance clears procedural hurdle for his anticipated return
18 December 2025

Sharif Osman Hadi no more

Inqilab Moncho spokesperson dies in Singapore hospital
18 December 2025

Bail for Hasina's followers defies judicial rules: Law adviser

Asif Nazrul cites threats to those involved with July uprising
18 December 2025

Journalists need to feel secure ahead of election: EU ambassador

This is a critical time for media to feel empowered to counter misinformation, he says
18 December 2025

Tarique purchased one-way tickets for 6 people: Biman sources

BNP acting chairperson to fly to Dhaka with family members, assistant and press secretary
18 December 2025

Entire country would be brought to a standstill if Hadi's shooters are not arrested: Inqilab Moncho

Organisation confirms that his family approved surgery in Singapore
18 December 2025