Dr Kamal Hossain, founder and emeritus president of Gono Forum, yesterday said that it is wrong to blame the constitution alone for the government’s authoritarian attitude and lack of democracy.

The BNP has asked the interim government to ensure the legal implementation of the issues agreed upon in the July charter.

BNP has called on the interim government to ensure the legal implementation of the issues agreed upon in the July National Charter

Jamaat-e-Islami yesterday warned that Dhaka could take on a “different look” on November 11 if the government fails to meet the party and its allies’ five demands, as they plan to hold a grand rally that day.

BNP’s allies are frustrated after the party unveiled its nominees before finalising seat-sharing deals, leaving partners in the dark.

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman yesterday said there are “systemic obstacles” preventing expatriates from casting their votes. He said his party has submitted recommendations to the government to remove these barriers.

Ameer says party aims to protect people’s rights, welcomes strong criticism for mistakes

Accuses Consensus Commission of bias

Primary list of candidates will be published on Nov 15

Jamaat leader Porwar says govt should show respect to public aspiration reflected in July Charter

The Jamaat leader urges govt to act or face mass uprising on Nov 11

He was expelled from BNP in 2001, party sources say

They will hold a rally before starting march towards CA office to hand a memorandum

Key Jamaat-e-Islami leaders are likely to gain an edge in over a half a dozen constituencies

Says party's main goal transcends electoral victory

Jamaat-e-Islami and nine other parties, including the NCP, are exploring ways to initiate dialogue and resolve differences over the referendum timing and the implementation process for the July charter.

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman yesterday said forcing the Awami League to take part in the upcoming national election would amount to “oppression”.

National Citizen Party Convener Nahid Islam yesterday said the party is preparing to field candidates in the highest number of constituencies in the upcoming 13th national election and will not join any alliance for now.

Jamaat Ameer says imposing election on those who dislike it amounts to oppression

Three injured in shooting carried out by unidentified assailants