BNP leader Ruhul says those campaigning against him are Awami League supporters

Says any action taken against individuals was part of legal procedures based on available information

Political violence surges ahead of national election, warns rights group

The Chevron Bangladesh Employees’ Union has demanded the withdrawal of all initiatives to amend the Labour Act, which seeks to exempt foreign-invested energy companies from the statutory obligation to provide a 5 percent Workers’ Profit Participation Fund (WPPF).

Women’s rights organisation Naripokkho has strongly condemned remarks by Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman on women’s political leadership, describing them as “objectionable” and “bizarre”.

Deaths in prison custody rose to 15, with two more in law enforcement custody

Foreign operator may take major share of port income, workers fear

Stresses importance of a clear explanation and accountability from authorities

Term the incident a grave violation of human rights

Speakers at an event yesterday urged the government and political parties to ensure effective implementation of the Right to Information (RTI) law, noting that citizens’ access to information remains limited despite the law being in force.

Other demands include suspending work permits of Indians

Leaders and activists of various social, cultural and professional organisations join the rally

Rally demands trial of attackers

Brother alleges a section within the govt orchestrated the killing

Scenes in the play ‘hurt religious sentiments’, they say

Notice served on Barind Multipurpose Development Authority and others

BERDO urges govt to raise disability allowance to Tk 5,000 to improve living standards

Students demand immediate arrest of attackers

Demonstration started around 5:45pm, bringing traffic to a standstill

Secretariat staff demand 20% allowance