Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP)
‘Can we celebrate without hurting others?’: Farooki on fireworks
The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) had previously issued instructions against flying lanterns and setting off firecrackers in Dhaka city during the New Year’s celebrations. However, despite the instructions, yesterday (December 31) after 11:00 pm, lights began flashing across the Dhaka sky, indicating that the directive was not adhered to. Many residents around the capital were disturbed by the deafening noise and the vibrant fireworks display. Numerous individuals expressed their dissatisfaction on social media, with producer Mostofa Sarwar Farooki also sharing a post expressing his displeasure.
No ‘night party’ at some police check points
“Night Party” -- this is the name of a newly-formed Dhaka Metropolitan Police team to ensure round the clock police presence on the capital’s streets, mostly after midnight.
Habibur Rahman made new DMP commissioner
Additional Inspector General of police (IGP) Habibur Rahman has been made the new commissioner of Dhaka Metropolitan Police
‘Torture of 2 BCL leaders’: ADC Harun now transferred to APBn
Bangladesh Police Headquarters issued a circular in this regard this afternoon
ADC Harun withdrawn after ‘beating up two BCL leaders at police station'
Some police personnel, led by Additional Deputy Commissioner of Ramna Division Harun-or-Rashid, allegedly brutally assaulted two central Chhatra League leaders inside the Shahbagh Police Station last night
BNP can’t broadcast convicted persons’ speech during rally: DMP
Party gets permission to hold rally at Suhrawardy Udyan today on 26 conditions
BNP moves rally to Friday, so does AL
After much drama and uncertainty, police yesterday denied the BNP permission for holding a rally today, and the opposition party responded by rescheduling its gathering for tomorrow at Nayapaltan or Suhrawardy Udyan.
DMP in overdrive over 25 cases
The Dhaka Metropolitan Police Headquarters has taken an initiative to revive 25 criminal cases, filed against top BNP leaders, the proceedings of which were stayed by the High Court at different times in the past decade.
Police must step up amid rising crime
Co-opting private CCTVs for surveillance can only be part of a greater effort
New Year eve traffic curbs for tonight
The New Year, as it happens, is a day after the 11th parliamentary election in Bangladesh and Dhaka Metropolitan Police has drawn up elaborate plans to control traffic in the city.
New Year restrictions for tonight
Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has issued special instruction for the celebration of New Year this year, which falls on a day after the national election.
DMP issues traffic guidelines in Dhaka for Victory Day
Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) issues guidelines for vehicular movement at key points in Dhaka on the occasion of Victory Day.
Man held after mysterious death of son
A man in the capital's Bangla Motor held one of his sons hostage for six hours while keeping the body of his other son -- who he was suspected of killing -- next to him.
Defer unveiling of polls schedule
Jatiya Oikyafront plans to hold a road march towards Rajshahi and two rallies in Khulna and Mymensingh next week to mount pressure on the government to meet its seven-point demand, including election under a non-partisan government.
Complaints of cops’ misbehaviour reduced: DMP chief
The complaints of misbehaviour by policemen have reduced than before as strict steps are being taken alongside providing them training and motivation, Dhaka Metropolitan Police Commissioner Asaduzzaman Mia says.
No security threat during Durga Puja: DMP chief
There is no specific security threat centring this year's Durga Puja, the biggest religious festival of the Hindu community, Dhaka Metropolitan Police Commissioner Asaduzzamman Mia says.
Change must come from within, among all
Some changes in the city's traffic system have transpired following student protests for road safety but those are not visible yet, Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner Asaduzzaman Mia said yesterday.
BNP gets rally nod on 22 conditions
With about three months before the national election, the BNP will come up with some specific demands, including polls under a nonpartisan administration, from its rally at Suhrawardy Udyan today.
Habibun Nabi Sohel arrested
Police pick up BNP Joint Secretary General Habib-un-Nabi Khan Sohel from Gulshan-2 area of Dhaka.