Although Lalbagh and Chawkbazar areas of Old Dhaka are economically vital wholesale hubs, residents of this region continue to grapple with deep-rooted civic problems.

The term is ‘not congenial’ for Bangladesh’s politics, he says

Ducsu VP alleges state-backed forces, sections of media working against ‘yes’ campaign

BNP alleges wider conspiracy, Jamaat denies role

Slum residents demand housing, utilities, education, healthcare and workplace safety

Noman recently resigned from the party after seeking nomination for Habiganj-3

Hopes of ending authoritarian practices after Aug 2024 remain unfulfilled, he says

Party alleges conspiracy as unauthorised post made from secretary general’s account

Action taken over violating party discipline and engaging in activities against organisation

Shafiqur Rahman says Jamaat will accept any winner elected through a free and fair vote

Says expert opinions contradict Jamaat’s claim ahead of election

Protests erupted at Dhaka University (DU) and Jagannath University (JnU) campuses yesterday over allegations that Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman made derogatory remarks about working women in a post on his X (formerly Twitter) account.

Coming down heavily on Jamaat-e-Islami, Islami Andolan Bangladesh (IAB) Ameer Syed Muhammad Rezaul Karim yesterday said Jamaat plans to hold “secret meetings” with the US and India to implement “their own versions of justice”.

The comment against women allegedly made from the verified X account of Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman has triggered widespread debate and criticism both online and offline.

Three injured as rival BNP factions clash in Patuakhali‑3

Says Charmonai Pir at Lakshmipur rally

Seeks forgiveness for behaviour of party men

Claims ‘deep conspiracy’ behind the incident

Mahdi Amin points to delayed response and conflicting GD timeline

Ameer clarifies stance on women as party official files complaint