MSF Report: Political Violence and Human Rights Violations in November Declined but Internal Conflicts on the Rise

Human Rights Culture Foundation (MSF) reported a decline in political violence in November compared to October but highlighted growing concerns over intra-party disputes and attacks on political activists. The findings, based on media reports and MSF's collected data, were published in its monthly H

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir is set to visit the United Kingdom after six and a half years, embarking on a 10-day trip to address pressing party matters. Accompanied by his wife, Rahat Ara Begum, Fakhrul departed Dhaka for London on Saturday morning aboard a Bangladesh Biman fli

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has submitted 62 proposals for amendments to the Constitution, covering various areas from the preamble to the electoral schedule. These proposals include the reintroduction of a caretaker government system during elections, the establishment of a bicameral par

BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi has expressed hope that the newly formed Election Commission (EC) will restore the public’s right to vote and ensure a fair voting environment. He criticized the previous ECs, stating that they had destroyed the election atmosphere and had worke

Touhidul Islam, also known as Farid (32), a member of the Youth League, has been arrested for firing 28 shots at student protesters during the anti-discrimination movement in Chattogram. Police detained Touhidul on Friday night from Kamalnagar in Satkhira district. During interrogation, he admitted

Tarique Rahman, the Acting Chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), stated that an interim government cannot execute all necessary reforms and should prioritize organizing a free and fair election. Speaking virtually as the chief guest at the Chuadanga District BNP Conference on Saturday

In a significant operation, joint forces in Chitalmari, Bagerhat, arrested three individuals, including the leader of a deed writer syndicate, on charges of embezzling money. The trio was caught red-handed with more than three lakh taka in cash on Friday (November 22). Among those arrested, two are

BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia, after more than a decade, attended the Armed Forces Day event on November 21, marking her first public appearance in over six years. This has reignited discussions about why she hasn’t sought medical treatment abroad despite persistent demands from her party and suppor

Dr. Yunus emphasized the importance of justice, saying, "The Awami League will be welcomed into elections once those involved in murders and abuse of power are held accountable. They will have the same freedom to participate in elections as others, and we will compete against them in the political a

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has stated that the claim of BNP barring Awami League from engaging in politics is “not accurate.”Speaking at an event at BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia's ancestral home in Feni on Wednesday, Mirza Fakhrul emphasized, “Awami League is a political

Tarique Rahman, the Acting Chairman of the BNP, has requested that his name not be associated with titles like Desh Nayak (National Leader) or Rashtra Nayak (Statesman). "As your colleague and leader, I urge you all, from today onward, not to use these titles with my name," he said.Rahman made this

Dhaka, November 18 – BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has expressed disappointment over the Chief Advisor's speech marking 100 days of the interim government, criticizing the absence of a clear roadmap for elections. Fakhrul made these remarks on Monday during a discussion at the

In a speech on Saturday (November 16) at the third council of the Nationalist Textile Engineers Association (JETEB) in Dhaka, BNP's Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman stated that the public would not tolerate incompetence in government administration. He emphasized that while three months is insufficien

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has stated that the 31-point state reform proposal by BNP will align with the party's upcoming reform suggestions. He shared this at a seminar titled "BNP's 31-Point State Reform Proposal and Citizen Concerns," held today at the Lakeshore Hotel in Ba

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has stated that the "mess" created by the previous 17-year rule of the Awami League (AL) cannot be cleared in just 17 days or even 17 months. He emphasized that this will require time.Speaking with journalists this morning at 10:30 am from his family

Party gears up with strategic plans, focusing on public outreach and pro-people initiativesHigh Command instructs grassroots leaders to actively engage with the public; nomination aspirants canvass constituenciesThe Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), Bangladesh's largest opposition party, has set i

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir advised caution in appointing individuals to advisory roles, ensuring that no controversial figure is given such responsibility. He shared his views today, Tuesday (November 12), while speaking as the chief guest at the inauguration of the Shaheed Zi

BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi has issued a correction regarding his recent comments about the removal of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s portrait. Through a press release on Tuesday, he expressed regret for the unintended remarks and clarified the context surrounding his

At Bangladesh Youth Parliament Event, Fakhrul Advocates for Free Elections, Accountability, and Youth EmpowermentAddressing the importance of elections and democratic reform, BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir emphasized his commitment to democracy, stating that genuine reform require

BNP’s Seminar to Engage Political Parties and Experts on State Structure Overhaul, Scheduled for November 23BNP has decided to rebrand its 31-point outline for restructuring the state, planning a seminar in Dhaka as part of this effort. If all goes as planned, the seminar will take place at a hote