BNP is not the only party with extortionists, but it has been deliberately targeted with the “extortionist” label and subjected to propaganda, according to Rumin Farhana, BNP’s Co-Secretary for International Affairs. Speaking on a recent talk show on a private television channel, she highlighted that despite BNP taking a firm stance against extortionists, the party […]

Police in Bhola Sadar Model Police Station have arrested two coordinators in connection with an extortion case, recovering BDT 20,000 in cash from their possession. The arrested individuals are politically affiliated with the Jatiya Chhatra Samaj, led by Andalib Rahman Partha, and the Chhatra Dal. Additionally, both are actively involved with an organisation called the […]

In Gosairhat Upazila, Shariatpur, allegations have surfaced against Officer-in-Charge (OC) Maksud Alam following the arrest of a former BNP leader, who is reported to have been given special privileges in police custody. It is alleged that the detainee paid for financial favours, resulting in a bed being brought from the barracks to create a “VIP” […]

Students of technical education institutions in Barishal have declared Hasnat Abdullah (Chief Organiser, Southern Region) and Sarjis Alam (Northern Region) of the National Coordination Party (NCP) as unwelcome in the city. The announcement was made by students who are protesting with seven specific demands. On Wednesday, they blocked the Dhaka–Kuakata Highway at Chowmatha in Barishal […]

Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) has raised concerns over the Public Administration Ministry’s eagerness to purchase luxury vehicles at inflated prices for ministers of the newly elected government, despite the Finance Ministry cancelling a similar proposal earlier. TIB emphasises that it is crucial to investigate the reasons behind such procurement proposals. According to TIB, the new […]