Reforms within rule-of-law institutions must occur now, not later

Justice and accountability for the egregious human rights violations of the past is crucial, but the challenge lies in ensuring this is not done by repeating patterns of reprisal and retaliation, warned Sara Hossain, a senior lawyer at the Supreme Court, as she spoke about the role of political parties in protecting human rights.

The previous decade of the NHRC’s experience demonstrates that it failed to exercise its investigative powers.

Treat social media platforms as engineered environments, not inevitabilities to endure.

He was a man of principle who was never afraid to speak truth.

The NHRC has historically had glaring shortcomings in fulfilling its function.

Do you wonder if the world is crumbling before your eyes?

The human rights situation in Bangladesh deteriorated in 2024, with widespread fear gripping the population, according to reports from three human rights organisations.

People with disabilities in Bangladesh face deep social and political exclusion.

Bangladesh-India tensions rise as religious minority issues and democracy are scrutinised.

Recent violence in Bangladesh highlights systemic oppression against Indigenous women.

Dissent in Bangladesh has been met with hostility, with individuals being labelled as traitors or enemies of the state for expressing opposing views.

In meeting with Bangladesh CA in NY, human rights orgs urge reforms in security sector, repeal of CSA

Where voices unite, a chorus strong, / Demanding justice, righting wrong

Following violent clashes between student protesters and Bangladesh Chhatra League (BCL) activists at different public universities around the country, celebrities have voiced their support for the quota reform movement. The July 15 incident left approximately 300 people injured, including female students and BCL members. As of July 17 (3:00pm), six fatalities have been reported due to the ongoing unrest.

ASK report paints disturbing picture of first six months of 2024

The diminishing funds allocated for the Rohingya crisis are placing an immense financial burden on Bangladesh, forcing the country to resort to borrowing for the refugees’ well-being.

The regulations for children of incarcerated mothers in Bangladesh are inadequate and/or not being implemented.

UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Opinion and Expression Irene Khan speaks with The Daily Star about the recent general election, shrinking space for dissent, and the pressing need to address human rights concerns in Bangladesh.

There must be a better way of taking care of convicts’ babies in prison