The political climate in Bangladesh has grown increasingly charged, as the electoral campaign season transcends mere promises and rallies, stirring debates about historical narratives that have long been considered settled. A recent statement by Dr Shafiqur Rahman, the Amir of Jamaat-e-Islami, during a gathering in Chattogram has reignited discussions regarding the origins of the nation’s […]

Grave visitation (ziyarat al-qubur) is a well-established Sunnah in Islam and is regarded as a deeply reflective act of worship, particularly on the blessed night of Shab-e-Barat (the fifteenth night of Sha‘ban). While graves may be visited on any day of the year, this night carries special spiritual significance, encouraging believers to remember death, prepare […]

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has officially prohibited all forms of public gatherings, demonstrations, processions, human chains, sit-ins, strikes, and ceremonial marches in several high-security zones of the capital, including the Bangladesh Secretariat, the Prime Adviser’s official residence at Jamuna, and surrounding areas. The ban, effective from Wednesday, 4 February, has been announced through a formal […]

Manikganj, Bangladesh – In a coordinated operation, joint forces recovered a cache of foreign-manufactured firearms, explosives, and other weapons from a remote area in Harirampur Upazila, Manikganj district. The recovery took place late on Monday night near Lechhraganj Bazaar, according to officials. The discovery was announced at a press conference held on Tuesday at the […]

The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has imposed a strict prohibition on all forms of fireworks, firecrackers, sky lanterns, and gas balloons across the capital in observance of the holy night of Shab-e-Barat. The directive was announced on Tuesday through an official notice signed by DMP Commissioner Sheikh Md. Sajjat Ali. According to the notice, Shab-e-Barat […]

Dhaka, 3 February 2026 – Students from Bangladesh’s technical education sector ended their protest at Tejgaon’s Satrastha intersection today after issuing a 24-hour ultimatum to the interim government. The demonstration, which disrupted traffic for nearly three hours, was staged in opposition to a government recommendation regarding recruitment criteria for engineering positions. The students, primarily from […]