BNP

Poll irregularities: Sedition among 3 new charges added against three ex-CECs

BNP filed a case against 24 individuals, including three former chief election commissioners, 10 election commissioners, and top government and police officials, for their alleged role in irregularities during national polls in 2014, 2018, and 2024

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.

BNP sends seasonal fruits to Emir, PM of Qatar

The BNP has sent a gift of seasonal fruits to the Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and the country’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, on behalf of party Chairperson Khaleda Zia and Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman..The gift was handed over to Q

Consensus talks: No breakthrough yet on PM’s tenure

Political parties, except the BNP and two others, yesterday agreed that an individual cannot be the prime minister for over 10 years.

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.

Inform EC of Yunus-Tarique talk outcome

BNP leader Salahuddin Ahmed urged the government to immediately inform the Election Commission of its decision to hold the national polls in February next year.

BNP criticises chief adviser’s speech, reiterates demands for polls by December

In a press release issued last night, the party reiterated its proposal considering Ramadan, public exams, weather

BNP, nation disappointed by April polls schedule: Fakhrul

Fakhrul said people had been hoping for an earlier election schedule

BNP to avoid showdown with govt for now

The BNP has decided not to confront the interim government immediately over the national election roadmap, choosing instead to observe how the situation unfolds in the coming days.

October 17, 2024
October 17, 2024

In search of a new political language

While the student movement toppled the regime, it did not lay the foundation for a democratic future, which requires a broader reimagining of the political landscape.

October 14, 2024
October 14, 2024

Reforms ahead of polls: BNP waits with cautious optimism

Having weathered a very difficult 15 years as de facto opposition, the BNP now wants only the essential reforms done to ensure free and fair polls.

September 22, 2024
September 22, 2024

Indian High Commissioner meets BNP leaders in Gulshan

Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Pranay Verma, held a meeting with senior leaders of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) today at the party chairperson's office in Gulshan..The meeting commenced at 4:00pm, said Shairul Kabir Khan, a member of BNP's media cell

September 19, 2024
September 19, 2024

Post-August 5 politics: BNP, Jamaat drifting apart

The taunts and barbs leave little room for doubt that the 33-year-old ties have soured. Since the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s government on August 5, BNP and Jamaat-e-Islami leaders have differed in private and in public on various issues, including reforms and election timeframe.

September 15, 2024
September 15, 2024

422 BNP men were martyred during mass protests: Fakhrul

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir today said a total of 422 BNP men were killed across the country during the mass uprising between July and August

August 17, 2024
August 17, 2024

Awami League: From progressive politics to fascism

The AL regime has been somewhat of a conundrum.

August 17, 2024
August 17, 2024

Control of Dhaka slums, footpaths: Out goes AL, in comes ‘BNP-linked’ group

With a shift in political landscape, new groups are vying for control at some slums and footpaths in Dhaka.

August 13, 2024
August 13, 2024

Interim govt to get necessary time for polls

Seven political parties, including the BNP and Jamaat, yesterday said Prof Muhammad Yunus-led interim government can take the time necessary for creating an atmosphere conducive to holding a free and fair election.

August 12, 2024
August 12, 2024

Fakhrul to meet Yunus this afternoon

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, along with members of the party's standing committee, is scheduled to meet Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus this afternoon

August 11, 2024
August 11, 2024

BNP’s Salahuddin returns from India after 9 years

BNP Standing Committee member Salahuddin Ahmed returned to Bangladesh today after spending over nine years in India