Sajjad Hossain

The goal of the reforms should be eliminating the legal and institutional frameworks that allow one to become an autocrat, said Muhammad Yunus

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.

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.

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.

The BNP and its like-minded parties have firmly opposed plans to hold local government elections before the national polls.

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.

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.

Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD), the pro-BNP student wing which has been facing criticism for outdated leadership, is set to observe its 46th founding anniversary today.

At just 18 years old, Monir Hossain has become a beacon of hope for the village of Samitipara in Cox’s Bazar.

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.

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

The High Court yesterday acquitted BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman, former state minister Lutfozzaman Babar and all the others convicted in two cases over the grisly August 21, 2004 grenade attack.

It was Monday, August 5, at exactly 10:46 in the morning when my phone rang. On the other end was a student from Jahangirnagar University, his voice trembling with fear and urgency.

The BNP yesterday submitted to the constitution reform commission its 62 recommendations designed to establish a rules-based structure and ensure checks and balances of power.

The Rampal power plant began operation in late 2022 without an effluent treatment plant and has since been discharging untreated waste into the Pasur and Maidara rivers next to the Sundarbans.

People of many areas across the country are dealing with waterlogging and those in the capital’s Airport area are no exceptions.

Would you ever consider eating jellyfish? For most people, the answer might be "no", as jellyfish often seem strange or even dangerous

If you’re wondering whether Dhaka’s waterlogging woes have worsened recently, you’re not alone. Many residents share your concerns -- and for good reason.

A recent study by the Environment and Social Development Organisation and BAN Toxics has revealed that many plastic toys sold in Dhaka contain hazardous chemicals, posing significant health risks to children, particularly those under six.

It was July 19 – the day 28-year-old Monir Hossain was shot dead during the quota reform protests in Dhaka and a string of further tragedies started befalling the ill-fated family.