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Sajjad Hossain

Sajjad Hossain is a staff reporter at The Daily Star. He can be reached at sajjadhossain084@gmail.com

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Budget reflects BNP’s key election promises

3 hour(s) ago
In its first budget in two decades, the BNP government yesterday boosted allocations for education and health and significantly expanded social safety programmes, reflecting its key electoral pledges.
3 hour(s) ago
BNP government first 100 days analysis

Women MPs to step in where BNP lost

10 June 2026, 00:00 AM
The BNP has assigned its reserved-seat women MPs to constituencies won by opposition parties as part of a strategy to keep the ruling party active in areas where it has no elected lawmaker.
10 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Rajshahi administrator’s France trip cancelled

Ministers, MPs face closer PMO scrutiny

6 June 2026, 00:00 AM
The performances of ministers, state ministers, and lawmakers are under close scrutiny as Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has begun reviewing their efforts to deliver on the BNP’s election pledges, advance development initiatives, and maintain party discipline.
6 June 2026, 00:00 AM
security guards working during EId in Bangladesh

While others celebrate Eid, many security guards wait to celebrate after duty ends

27 May 2026, 15:25 PM
From gate duty to meat distribution, their Eid is spent keeping buildings running
27 May 2026, 15:25 PM
BNP government first 100 days analysis

BNP struggles to restore organisational momentum after taking office

26 May 2026, 16:27 PM
Leaders cite declining grassroots activity as focus shifts to government and parliamentary responsibilities
26 May 2026, 16:27 PM
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100 Days of BNP govt: Bright start despite grim inheritance

26 May 2026, 00:00 AM
When the BNP swept to power in February, expectations ran high. After years of misrule, voters were hungry for change.
26 May 2026, 00:00 AM
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Work with local leaders, MPs of opposition

19 May 2026, 00:00 AM
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman yesterday instructed BNP lawmakers from seats reserved for women to work in coordination with opposition MPs and local party leaders, particularly in constituencies where BNP candidates lost in the national election.
19 May 2026, 00:00 AM
BNP government first 100 days analysis

Constitution amendment: BNP to again ask opposition to join panel

18 May 2026, 00:00 AM
The ruling BNP will once again ask the opposition to join a special parliamentary committee on constitutional amendments in line with the July National Charter when parliament’s second session begins on June 7.
18 May 2026, 00:00 AM
BNP internal clashes in Bangladesh

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
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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
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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
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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
Women’s safety in Bangladesh

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
BNP meeting with UN chief

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
BNP leaders call to discard traitors

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
BNP meeting with UN chief

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
National Consensus Commission reform proposals

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
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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
BNP meeting with UN chief

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 meeting with UN chief

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
LPG price hike

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
BNP meeting with UN chief

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
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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
BNP postpones April 26 rally

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
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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
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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
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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
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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

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