Politics
52 file nomination papers for BNP's reserved women's seats
The day after the election schedule for the reserved women's seats of the 13th Parliament was announced, 52 women have filed nomination papers, all of whom have filed forms under the BNP identity, said Assistant Returning Officer Mohammad Monir Hossain.
Mirza Abbas is recovering
The physical condition of Mirza Abbas, a member of the BNP standing committee and political adviser to the Prime Minister, who is undergoing treatment at the Singapore General Hospital, is improving.
NCP leader Rafia Sultana Rafi dies
Rafia Sultana Rafi, senior joint convener of Bogura district unit of the National Citizen Party (NCP) and a former student of Dhaka University, has died at the age of 32 while undergoing treatment at a private hospital in the capital early Wednesday.
Rumeen Farhana thanks BNP for not giving her nomination
Independent MP Rumeen Farhana from Brahmanbaria-2, thanked BNP in parliament for not giving her party nomination in the 13th national elections.
Dr. Yunus handed July movement ‘Trophy’ to BNP in London: State Minister Shahe Alam
State Minister for Local Government Mir Shahe Alam has claimed that the 'trophy' of three historical movements, including the July Uprising, is in the house of BNP. He said that the head of the interim government, Dr. Muhammad Yunus, went to London and handed over the 'trophy' of the July movement to BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman.
Arif, Goush, Babar claim innocence in court over Suranjit attempted murder case
Labour, Employment, Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment Minister Ariful Haque Chowdhury has claimed innocence in court in the attempted murder case of late Suranjit Sengupta, former minister and former Awami League presidium member. Government whip GK Goush and former deputy home minister and current MP Lutfozzaman Babar also claimed innocence.
11-party alliance announces programme to implement referendum verdict
The 11-party alliance has announced a week-long programme of public outreach and leaflet distribution demanding implementation of the referendum verdict. The programme will begin on April 9. The alliance has also called for protest rallies at district and metropolitan levels.
Top leaders of 11-party alliance holds emergency meeting
Top leaders of the 11-party alliance led by Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami are holding an emergency meeting to discuss the country's current political situation and pressing national issues. The meeting began at 10:00 am on Tuesday, April 7, at the Al-Falah auditorium in Magbazar, capital.
Low voter interest ahead of Bogura-6 by-election
Voter enthusiasm appears muted ahead of the upcoming 13th Jatiya Sangsad by-election in Bogura-6, with even local tea stalls—once hubs of political debate—showing little discussion about the contest.
Zonayed Saki steps down as party Chief
State Minister for Planning Zonayed Abdur Rahim Saki has announced his resignation as chief coordinator of Ganosamhati Andolan, citing the need to maintain a clear separation between government responsibilities and party roles.