Bangladesh’s International Crimes Tribunal is investigating the Awami League as a political organization over allegations of crimes against humanity, a process that could lead to a judicial ban if the accusations are proven in court.
State minister Mir Shahe Alam is facing growing scrutiny over allegations involving a rapid increase in immovable assets, family-linked government contracts and the use of public resources in his Bogura constituency.
Emphasizing that national progress is inextricably linked to gender equality, Ferdousi Ahmed delivered a powerful message during a recent parliamentary session, declaring, “A country can never develop by neglecting women.”
The allegations against former inspector general of police Benazir Ahmed have become one of the most striking symbols of the corruption and abuse of power that critics say flourished during the government of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina.
Former inspector general of police Benazir Ahmed has been arrested in Dubai through Interpol in connection with corruption cases filed by Bangladesh’s Anti-Corruption Commission, officials said.
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman used his first visit to Cox’s Bazar since taking office to call for vigilance in protecting democracy, warning that instability could threaten the country’s political and economic progress.
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman said Bangladesh will gradually reopen closed factories as part of a government push to create jobs and revive industrial activity.
Bangladesh dropped three places to 152nd out of 180 countries in the 2026 World Press Freedom Index, according to Reporters Sans Frontières, also known as Reporters Without Borders.
Bangladesh Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman on Monday praised Pakistan’s diplomatic role in efforts to end an ongoing conflict involving Iran, citing what he described as significant behind-the-scenes work.
Content creator AM Hasan Nasim was sent to jail Saturday after a Dhaka court rejected a police request to question him in custody in a cyber case tied to social media posts and alleged blackmail of Jatiya Sangsad chief whip Nurul Islam Moni. Case was filed at Gulshan Police Station by Bangladesh Nationalist Party activist […]
