A. League's former Minister of Industry and Commerce Tofail Ahmed is no more

Tofail Ahmed is no more (Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilaihi Rajiun). The country's senior politician and one of the organizers of the 1969 mass uprising and the Liberation War breathed his last while undergoing treatment at the Square Hospital in the capital on Monday (June 1, 2026) afternoon. He was 82 years old at the time of his death.

‘My role is more important than that of ministers in parliament’ - Taher claims

Deputy Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly and Central Nayeb-e-Amir of Jamaat-e-Islami Dr. Syed Abdullah Mohammad Taher has said that his role in parliament is more important than that of many ministers. He made this comment while addressing an Eid reunion and public reception organized in Chauddagram, Comilla.

BNP has no alternative to protect Bangladesh's security and interests: Shama Obaid

At a discussion meeting organized to mark the 45th martyrdom anniversary of martyred President Ziaur Rahman, State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaid Islam said that BNP has no alternative to protect the security, interests and state resources of the country's people. He claimed that Bangladesh is safe only in the hands of the BNP government and this party is the true representative of the people.

Bobby Hajjaj finally retracts controversial statement

Bobby Hajjaj, State Minister for Primary and Mass Education, has completely retracted his controversial statement about Dhaka University. He made the announcement in a post on his verified Facebook page on Friday (May 29). At the same time, he expressed hope that there will be no more misunderstandings or debates on this issue.

If you don't want to eat eggs, get better - Rashed Khan's strong message to NCP leader Patwari

Rashed Khan's explosive claim about Nasiruddin Patwari

Former General Secretary of the People's Rights Council and currently associated with BNP politics, Muhammad Rashed Khan, has made explosive comments about Nasiruddin Patwari, the main organizer of the National Citizens Party (NCP). He claims that Nasiruddin Patwari had once repeatedly requested him to form a political alliance.

Hasnat Abdullah strongly criticizes government over Jhenaidah clash

NCP's southern chief coordinator and MP Hasnat Abdullah has strongly criticized the government's role in the clash between Jatiya Nagorik Party (NCP) and Chhatra Dal leaders and activists in Jhenaidah.

Hasnat, Sarjis wanted to keep Hasina alive, Rashed's explosive comments

Former General Secretary of the People's Rights Council and current BNP leader Rashed Khan has claimed that Hasnat Abdullah and Sarjis Alam, coordinators of the anti-discrimination student movement, wanted to keep the Awami League government in power from the beginning. He made this comment while participating in a private television talk show recently.

Rashed Khan expresses fear of death, blames Amir Hamza

Former General Secretary of the People's Rights Council and current BNP leader Muhammad Rashed Khan has expressed deep fear for the safety of his life, focusing on the speech of Jamaat leader and MP Amir Hamza at a waz mahfil.

Controversy over the accused's photo in Aminul Haque's election festoon

There have been allegations of creating confusion by spreading a photo of an election festoon on social media centered on the accused in the child murder case in the capital's Pallabi.

Attack on Nasiruddin Patwari, case against 8 people including Chhatra Dal leader

A case has been filed in Jhenaidah city on charges of attack, beating and looting of goods on central leaders of the Jatiya Nagorik Party (NCP). NCP Central Joint Member Secretary Tarequl Islam Tarek Reza filed the case at Jhenaidah Sadar Police Station on Friday (May 22) night. The names of 8 people, including the top leaders of the district Chhatra Dal, have been mentioned in the case. In addition, 110 to 115 other unidentified people have been named as accused.

Jamaat is doing all the misdeeds happening in the country,' Dudu's explosive comment

BNP Vice Chairman Shamsuzzaman Dudu has claimed that Jamaat-e-Islami is involved in various misdeeds happening in the country, yet efforts are being made to pin the responsibility of them on BNP. He made these comments while speaking as the chief guest at the 18th founding anniversary of the Bangladesh Nationalist Pharmacy Association at the Abdus Salam Hall of the National Press Club on Thursday.

New debate on punishment of rapists, Rashed Khan questions Jamaat-NCP

BNP leader Rashed Khan has sparked a new political debate on rape punishment and Sharia law. He claimed that Jamaat-e-Islami and NCP do not stand in favor of the death penalty for rapists, either publicly or by throwing stones. At the same time, he also commented that they want to stay away from Sharia law even though they are doing politics of Sharia law.

BNP leader arrested in dowry case in jail

Police have arrested BNP leader Niamat Hossain alias Parvez as a warranted accused in a case filed under the Women and Children Repression Prevention Act in Alfadanga, Faridpur. He was later sent to jail on the orders of the court.

Freedom fighter commander expelled a day after joining Jamaat

A brave freedom fighter lost the post of convener of Matlab South Upazila Freedom Fighters' Sangsad in Chandpur a day after joining Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami. The incident has created discussion in the local political arena.

Flash marches in Sirajganj and Brahmanbaria, law enforcement agencies investigating

A flash march by leaders and activists of banned political organizations in Sirajganj and Brahmanbaria has created discussion and tension in the area. After videos of the processions went viral on social media in two separate incidents, law enforcement agencies have started investigating the matter.

Jamaat opens up on government rice controversy for madrasas

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has clarified its position on the recent discussion and controversy surrounding the government-allocated rice for some madrasas in Subarnachar and Ramgati areas of Lakshmipur. The party has claimed that a group is systematically trying to spread confusion by using the issue politically and spreading misinformation involving a specific person.

Mirza Abbas's physical condition improves, may return home in the first week of June

The physical condition of Mirza Abbas, a member of the BNP Standing Committee and advisor to the Prime Minister, who is undergoing treatment in Malaysia, has improved. If everything is fine as per the doctors' advice, he can return home in the first week of June, his wife Afroza Abbas said.

‘Awami League is politically bankrupt’ – Mir Helal’s comments in Chittagong

State Minister for Land and Hill Tracts Affairs Barrister Mir Mohammad Helal Uddin has commented that after the historic mass uprising, the Awami League has not only lost power, but has also faced a major political crisis.

BNP wins big in Supreme Court Bar, wins 13 out of 14 posts

The BNP-backed panel has won a big victory in the 2026-27 session of the Supreme Court Bar Association. The party-backed candidates have won 13 out of 14 posts. The Jamaat-backed panel has won the remaining one post.

Former councilor Kazi Jahanara arrested in Saidpur, tension at police station over 'Joy Bangla' slogan

Police have arrested Kazi Jahanara Begum, general secretary of the Saidpur Municipal Women's Awami League (programs banned) and former councilor of the reserved women's ward in Nilphamari. She was arrested from an arbitration meeting in the Golghar area of ​​Saidpur police station around 11:30 pm on Tuesday.

Missing BNP leaders Ilyas Ali, Dinar and 38 others acquitted after 15 years

Missing BNP leaders M Ilyas Ali and Chhatra Dal leader Iftekhar Ahmed Dinar and 38 others have been acquitted after 15 years in the much-discussed case filed in connection with the arson of a bus in Sylhet and the death of an elderly man. After a long hearing and review of evidence on Tuesday, Judge Md. Shariful Islam of the Sylhet Human Trafficking Crime Suppression Tribunal announced the verdict.

Khorshed Alam stands by fire-affected traders, provides financial assistance

Former joint general secretary of Dhaka district BNP and mayoral candidate of Savar Municipality Lion Mohammad Khorshed Alam has stood by the traders affected by the terrible fire at Sajjad Paduka Market at Savar bus stand.

5 Jamaat-BNP leaders detained while trying to release drug dealer

Police have taken 5 leaders of Jamaat and BNP into custody while lobbying the police station to release an identified drug dealer in Mirpur, Kushtia. The incident took place at Mirpur police station on Saturday (May 9) night. Locals were seen expressing satisfaction over the incident.

BNP announces to issue ‘mango cards’ to online mango sellers

Online mango sellers in Netarchapainawabganj’s Rahanpur area have announced to fix the maximum cutting charge for mangoes. According to the traders, transparency and order will be maintained in the market if a fixed charge is introduced.

Controversy over Baitul Mal: ​​Rashed questions Jamaat MP Masud

BNP leader Rashed Khan has sparked a storm of criticism on social media by raising questions about the Baitul Mal program. In a Facebook post on Monday (May 4) morning, he alleged that collecting donations using religious sentiments could amount to fraud.

Will implement every point of the signed July Charter Prime Minister

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman said that the current democratic government is determined to implement every point of the election manifesto and the July Charter signed before the people in stages. He also mentioned that there is no reason for anyone to doubt this.

BNP leader Rezaul Qayyum arrested in Comilla, police station surrounded and bus terminal blocked

Tension has spread in Comilla over the arrest of BNP leader Rezaul Qayyum. Party leaders and activists have surrounded the Kotwali Model Police Station demanding his release. At the same time, transport workers have blocked the Shasngacha Bus Terminal and stopped bus services.

Prayer mahfil held in Savar for BNP leader Kafil Uddin's health

A prayer mahfil has been held for the good health and recovery of former Savar Upazila Parishad chairman and BNP leader Alhaj Kafil Uddin.

Sadiq Kayem, Jamaat's candidate in Dhaka South City Corporation elections

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has announced the name of Sadiq Kayem as its candidate for the post of mayor in the Dhaka South City Corporation elections.

‘Fascism has left the country due to the contributions of the Guptas’, Emazuddin’s remarks in Rajshahi

At a mass procession and rally organized in Rajshahi, Jamaat-e-Islami Metropolitan Secretary Emazuddin Mondal said, ‘Fascism has left the country due to the Guptas, this is our pride.’ He made this statement at a rally held at Batar More after the procession that started from Alupatti More in the metropolis on Saturday (April 25) afternoon.

Ishaq Sarkar, Roni and Kafi join NCP, party expected to strengthen

BNP's expelled leader and former central organizing secretary of Jubo Dal Ishaq Sarkar, popular social activist Mohiuddin Roni and content creator Nuruzzaman Kafi have officially joined the Jatiya Nagorik Party (NCP).

Attack on college in Durgapur and beating of teacher with shoes: BNP leader Akbar Ali expelled

Joynagar Union BNP vice-president Akbar Ali has been expelled from the party in the incident of attack, vandalism and beating of a female teacher with shoes at Daokandi Government University College in Durgapur upazila of Rajshahi.

Chhatra Dal-Shibir clash in Ishwardi: Cocktail explosion, at least 10 injured

A chase, cocktail explosion and vandalism took place in the Ishwardi Government College area of ​​Pabna over the counter-programs of Chhatra Dal and Chhatra Shibir. At least 10 people from both sides were injured in this.

July Uprising Case: Shamim Osman, 12 to be indicted on May 5

The International Crimes Tribunal has set May 5 as the date for framing charges against Shamim Osman and 12 others in the case of crimes against humanity committed in the Narayanganj killings during the July Uprising.

Jubo Mohila League leader Shilpi in jail with one and a half month old child

A court has ordered to send Jubo Mohila League leader Shilpi Begum to jail in a case filed at Tejgaon Police Station in the capital. She has a one and a half month old son.