March 12 first JS Session / BNP sets March 6–7 orientation for MPs, ministers
4 March 2026, 00:00 AM
During the programme, the prime minister is expected to stress the importance of implementing the party’s manifesto in a structured and measurable manner.
4 March 2026, 00:00 AM
PM Tarique Rahman prioritises migrant safety, energy security
2 March 2026, 02:06 AM
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has instructed officials of ministries and departments concerned to remain alert and closely monitor developments in the Middle East.
2 March 2026, 02:06 AM
BNP moves to unite grassroots ahead of local polls
28 February 2026, 01:49 AM
After forming the government, the ruling BNP has shifted its focus to reorganising and strengthening its party structure, placing particular emphasis on preparations for the local government elections.
28 February 2026, 01:49 AM
Lobbying heats up for reserved seats
27 February 2026, 02:52 AM
Preparations have intensified within the ruling BNP and Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami over nominations for the reserved women’s seats in the 13th national parliament as both parties step up internal consultations ahead of the final allocation.
27 February 2026, 02:52 AM
Govt likely to appoint 61 zilla parishad admins
25 February 2026, 02:41 AM
The government is considering the appointment of administrators to the zilla parishads of 61 districts to oversee the activities of the local government bodies until elected representatives assume office.
25 February 2026, 02:41 AM
Talks of contractual secretaries stir discontent in civil service
25 February 2026, 02:15 AM
A sense of disgruntlement has taken over the civil administration over discussions to appoint retired officers to top positions in key ministries through contracts.
25 February 2026, 02:15 AM
Stay on message, avoid making stray remarks
24 February 2026, 02:58 AM
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman yesterday directed ministers and state ministers to refrain from making unwarranted remarks that could trigger controversy or undermine the government’s image.
24 February 2026, 02:58 AM
13 secretaries removed in major admin shake-up
24 February 2026, 03:06 AM
A major shake-up has taken place in the top tier of the public administration.
24 February 2026, 03:06 AM
July Charter runs into a snag
Jamaat, NCP and IAB have voiced reservations about the draft while BNP has expressed partial agreement with the proposed reforms
29 July 2025, 21:25 PM
BNP struggles to rein in the rogues
Over the past 11 months, 349 incidents of political violence took place across the country, BNP and its affiliated organisations were linked to 323 of these
12 July 2025, 18:34 PM
Tarique pledges change, but are his party men listening?
First, they beat him. Then they smashed his head and body with bricks and stones
12 July 2025, 14:07 PM
A viral photo, a lesson for BNP
Today, the real fight is not just in speeches or rallies, but in what people see and believe on social media platforms
7 July 2025, 04:56 AM
Lotus silk: the fabric of the future
Imagine if the next global fashion sensation did not emerge from Paris or Milan but quietly bloomed in a lotus pond in the wetlands of Bangladesh.
4 July 2025, 18:53 PM
BNP agrees to 10yr PM cap, objects to NCC
Party leaders said the decision was made to improve the BNP's image ahead of the next general election, as sticking to the previous stance was drawing criticisms.
25 June 2025, 18:56 PM
Mob violence now alarmingly routine
Rights groups say the state's failure to act swiftly and decisively has to some extent emboldened mobs and contributed to a climate where vigilante justice is becoming commonplace.
24 June 2025, 18:36 PM
When will mob violence end in Bangladesh?
This is the government's moment to show what it truly stands for and bring everyone of those people to face the law
24 June 2025, 08:41 AM
BNP doesn’t want conflict with govt after London meeting
The BNP has decided not to engage in any activity that might delay the election or reignite conflict with the interim government following the recent London meeting between the party’s Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman and Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus.
17 June 2025, 21:18 PM
BNP switches to election mode
As the interim government eyes February for the national election, the BNP has shifted its focus to finalising its candidate selection process and completing local-level groundwork.
16 June 2025, 18:33 PM
Yunus and Tarique meet in London; joint press briefing held
The highly anticipated meeting at The Dorchester lasted about an hour and a half
13 June 2025, 07:53 AM
Hope abounds as Yunus, Tarique meet today
As Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus and BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman meet today in London, many hope the stalemate over the timing of the next election will finally end.
12 June 2025, 18:15 PM
Yunus-Tarique meet: ‘A potential turning point’
Says Fakhrul about talks slated for Friday in London; polls timing may top the agenda
10 June 2025, 18:06 PM
Beat a woman, become a hero
Garlands around their necks, broad smiles on their faces, motorbikes revving behind them, and a crowd of cheerleaders to welcome them—as if justice has finally prevailed with their innocence established. Only, it hasn't
6 June 2025, 06:49 AM
A blatant river grab
Confluence of Dhaleshwari and Shitalakkhya under siege from Shah Cement
31 May 2025, 18:08 PM
Political divide deepening over polls timing
Bangladesh’s political landscape is becoming increasingly polarised over the timing of the next election, with some parties aligning with the BNP to push for polls by December, while others are willing to wait until key reforms are implemented.
31 May 2025, 18:06 PM
Get ready to ensure polls by December
BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman yesterday said the next general election must be held by December and called on party activists and leaders to prepare to ensure that.
28 May 2025, 18:01 PM
Only election roadmap will ease tensions
The BNP believes that only a clear roadmap for the election will be able to improve the present volatile situation in the country’s politics.
23 May 2025, 20:02 PM
BNP to press for polls without stirring chaos
The BNP is planning to ramp up efforts to push for a national election by December but will avoid a direct conflict with the interim government, party sources have said.
20 May 2025, 18:06 PM
Will you still cheer when it is your sister?
In today's Bangladesh, a man who assaults a woman in public doesn't just walk away unpunished. He's often hailed as a "real hero"
10 May 2025, 09:20 AM