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BNP’s unfolding strategic stance: Straddling the aftermath of a revolutionary ‘event’ and realpolitik

The BNP’s stance, which shifted from initially aligning with the students to later portraying the president as a stabilising figure, could risk dissipating the transformative potential of this “moment.”

Ensuring fair and inclusive justice is crucial

Suggestions by the UN rights chief deserve consideration

‘Operation Jackpot’ eyes Victory Day premiere despite shooting delays

A new film titled “Operation Jackpot”, highlighting the daring guerrilla missions of naval commandos during a pivotal moment in Bangladesh’s Liberation War, is currently in production. 

Govt to bar AL from ‘political participation’

The interim government will bar the Awami League and the like-minded  parties from participating in political activities, said the chief adviser’s office yesterday.

Jyotika Jyoti relieved of Shilpakala Academy role

After a period of uncertainty, actress Jyotika Jyoti has officially been relieved of her position at the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy. She had been serving as the director of the Research and Publication Department on a contractual basis, a role she was appointed to during the former government's tenure.

Opinion / BNP faces the weight of history and expectations

For all its pro-reform posturing, BNP has yet to signal a real willingness to lead political reforms, including within itself.

Irfan Sajjad reveals turning down hefty offer for AL election campaign

The former Awami League-led government had a longstanding tradition of involving artistes and celebrities in their election campaigns. Recently, popular actor Irfan Sajjad, who previously voiced support for anti-discrimination student movement, shared an incident on his Facebook profile related to this practice.

The politics of betrayal and trauma

The Awami League government betrayed the most fundamental of public trusts.

Awami League: From progressive politics to fascism

The AL regime has been somewhat of a conundrum.

January 6, 2019
January 6, 2019

AL congratulates EC for 'wonderful election'

Awami League congratulates the Election Commission for holding a “wonderful, free and fair national election”.

January 6, 2019
January 6, 2019

The AL big shots dropped

Awami League President Sheikh Hasina-led new cabinet will be formed excluding some heavyweight ministers of the immediate past cabinet.

January 4, 2019
January 4, 2019

No opposition needed!

The Jatiya Party does not want to sit on the opposition bench in parliament.

January 3, 2019
January 3, 2019

Doctors confirm rape of Noakhali woman

Doctors have found evidence of rape in the woman who was gang-raped over not voting for ‘boat’ in Noakhali’s Subarnachar Upazila.

January 3, 2019
January 3, 2019

Building 'Sonar Bangla': Hasina seeks cooperation from all

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina yesterday sought cooperation from all, including the officials of public and private organisations, to establish a poverty- and hunger-free “Sonar Bangla” as dreamt by the Father of the Nation.

January 3, 2019
January 3, 2019

AL men unleashing violence now: Rizvi

BNP yesterday alleged that Awami League men are unleashing post-election violence against their opponents across the country after

December 31, 2018
December 31, 2018

‘AL men’ torch, vandalise 3 BNP supporters’ houses in C’nawabganj

Activists of Awami League allegedly set fire to a house and a poultry farm and vandalised at least two houses of BNP supporters at Shibganj upazila of Chapainawabganj district.

December 31, 2018
December 31, 2018

Hat-trick for Hasina

Awami League President Sheikh Hasina has led her party to a third consecutive win in parliamentary polls, securing two-thirds majority in yesterday's election held in an atmosphere dominated by the ruling party men.

December 30, 2018
December 30, 2018

AL going to form govt for 3rd consecutive term

Awami League is going to form the government for the third consecutive terms as the party has already gained more than 151 seats out of total 300 unofficially in the 11th national elections.

December 29, 2018
December 29, 2018

Hasina alerts party men to conspiracies

The Awami League has instructed its grassroots leaders and activists to be on high alert on the voting day to thwart any attempt to foil tomorrow's election.