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Hira Talukder

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Extrajudicial and unlawful killings continue unabated
Extrajudicial and unlawful killings continue unabated
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Extrajudicial and unlawful killings continue unabated

Extrajudicial killings show no signs of stopping in Bangladesh. At the same time, incidents of mob justice and unlawful killings are increasing. Even more concerning is the lack of independent investigations and fair trials against those accused of such actions. According to various human rights organizations and legal experts, the continuation of such incidents poses a major obstacle to human rights and good governance in the country. They argue that, just like in previous administrations, extrajudicial and unlawful killings continue to persist.

Reform Commission recommends repealing March 7 despite being upheld by HC
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Reform Commission recommends repealing March 7 despite being upheld by HC

The High Court ruled to repeal the 15th Amendment to the Constitution on December 17 last year, upholding the historic March 7 speech of 1971, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's declaration of independence, and the Mujibnagar government's proclamation of independence during the great liberation war. However, in its final report to the interim government, the Constitutional Reform Commission has proposed to repeal Article 152(2) of the Constitution, which includes the historic March 7 speech, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's declaration of independence, and the Mujibnagar government's proclamation of independence.

Commission proposes major changes, experts urge caution
Commission proposes major changes, experts urge caution
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Commission proposes major changes, experts urge caution

The Judicial Reform Commission has submitted a report containing several significant recommendations, including the establishment of a separate judicial secretariat, the formation of a permanent attorney service, expediting the judicial process, the creation of an independent commission for judge appointments, setting the minimum age for High Court judges at 48, and the establishment of permanent High Court benches in all administrative divisions.

Toxic air puts Dhaka residents at risk of death
Toxic air puts Dhaka residents at risk of death
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Toxic air puts Dhaka residents at risk of death

For the past few years, during the dry season, Dhaka has consistently ranked among the top five most polluted cities in the world. Most of the time, it holds the top position.

Condemnation cell: Thousands of death reference cases in limbo
Condemnation cell: Thousands of death reference cases in limbo
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Condemnation cell: Thousands of death reference cases in limbo

The condemnation cell is like another prison within a prison as the death-row convicts are kept here. The residents of this cell are always in fear of death. And at the same time, they wait for the end of the trial of the death reference case. However, currently, thousands of death reference cases are pending in the High Court Division of the Supreme Court. It is also unknown when the trial of these cases will be completed.