BNP infighting claims 43 lives in 7 months
Since the fall of the Awami League regime in August last year, the BNP has been plagued by clashes between party factions, leading to the deaths of at least 43 leaders and activists.
20 March 2025, 18:23 PM
BNP cautiously optimistic of polls in December
BNP leaders believe that the government is trying to cater to the interests of multiple political groups, which may explain the conflicting statements.
17 March 2025, 18:00 PM
Is the government awake? Is it listening?
Golam Hossain was a rickshaw puller. On March 12, he was murdered. Why, you ask?
14 March 2025, 06:43 AM
There’s no need for constituent assembly
It has been seven months since the interim government took office. During this time, the caretaker administration has been working to revive the political process and strengthen state institutions. Meanwhile, participants in the July uprising have floated a new political party.
11 March 2025, 18:00 PM
Fear on the streets: a gift for women, from men
I am only asking—have we stopped standing by women?
9 March 2025, 03:07 AM
Explain how Hasina, others managed to flee
The BNP has decided to demand an explanation from the interim government regarding how Sheikh Hasina and her associates managed to flee Bangladesh after the fall of the Awami League government on August 5.
28 February 2025, 18:00 PM
Discard traitors, those inactive during uprising
Grassroots BNP leaders yesterday said there are conspiracies to harm their party’s election prospects.
27 February 2025, 18:00 PM
Polls candidates, strategy: BNP meet today to seek info from grassroots
The BNP is holding an extended meeting today to gather opinions of its grassroots about possible election candidates and its polls strategy.
26 February 2025, 18:00 PM
Parties fret over govt initiative to publish their stance online
While the government's push for transparency has been praised by many, some politicians worry that it could expose their parties to public criticism
17 February 2025, 18:00 PM
A charter of reforms for next govt
The goal of the reforms should be eliminating the legal and institutional frameworks that allow one to become an autocrat, said Muhammad Yunus
15 February 2025, 18:00 PM
National polls: BNP to keep pressing govt for roadmap
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.
11 February 2025, 22:02 PM
BNP worried over law and order
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.
7 February 2025, 20:00 PM
BNP drafts July uprising declaration
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.
1 February 2025, 19:35 PM
No local polls before general election
The BNP and its like-minded parties have firmly opposed plans to hold local government elections before the national polls.
10 January 2025, 20:00 PM
Khaleda finally off to UK for treatment
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.
7 January 2025, 18:30 PM
Gap widening between BNP, interim govt
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.
1 January 2025, 18:30 PM
46th Anniversary: Leadership and structural issues plague JCD
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.
31 December 2024, 21:42 PM
Overcoming hardship thru skills development
At just 18 years old, Monir Hossain has become a beacon of hope for the village of Samitipara in Cox’s Bazar.
24 December 2024, 20:07 PM
Khaleda may join her first rally in 7yrs on Dec 21
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.
15 December 2024, 18:00 PM
3 pro-BNP bodies march to Akhaura
Any attempt to undermine Bangladesh’s sovereignty would face strong protests, leaders of Jubo Dal, Swechchhasebak Dal, and Chhatra Dal warned India yesterday.
11 December 2024, 18:11 PM