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BNP opens doors to expelled leaders ahead of polls

To strengthen unity among grassroots leaders ahead of the national election, the BNP has reopened its doors to leaders it had previously expelled for violating party directives and damaging the party’s image.
28 November 2025, 18:41 PM
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Reshuffle in police, admin: BNP questions the govt’s intention

BNP has questioned the transparency, timing, and motives behind the government’s recent reshuffles of field-level officers, including superintendents of police, deputy commissioners, and upazila nirbahi officers, ahead of the national election.
27 November 2025, 18:13 PM
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Polls strategy: Referendum not on BNP’s mind

The upcoming referendum, slated for the same day as the national election, appears to be low on the BNP’s priority list, with the party planning neither to campaign for a “yes” nor a “no” vote.
26 November 2025, 18:14 PM
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BNP eyes youth votes with pledge of one crore jobs

The BNP, in its election campaign, will pledge to create one crore jobs within 18 months if voted to power
25 November 2025, 20:26 PM
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Referendum on July charter: BNP in dilemma as Jamaat pushes for ‘yes’ vote

The BNP has yet to decide whether it will campaign for a “yes” or “no” vote in the July charter referendum. The party says it is observing the situation and will make its decision later.
21 November 2025, 18:24 PM
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BNP shifts its focus to polls preparation

Though many senior BNP leaders remain unhappy with the July charter implementation order, the party is shifting its focus and speeding up election-related work, as several major tasks remain incomplete.
15 November 2025, 18:09 PM
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Nomination backlash: BNP faces new hurdle ahead of elections

Political analysts say the unrest has grown due to a lack of a fair and transparent nomination process
10 November 2025, 18:28 PM
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BNP allies upset over delay in seat sharing

BNP’s allies are frustrated after the party unveiled its nominees before finalising seat-sharing deals, leaving partners in the dark.
6 November 2025, 18:08 PM
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BNP worried over law and order

The BNP is likely to hold talks with Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus this week and express concerns over the country’s “deteriorating” law and order situation, especially the demolition of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s residence in Dhanmondi, say several party leaders.
7 February 2025, 20:00 PM
LPG price hike

BNP drafts July uprising declaration

The BNP has finalised its draft declaration of the July uprising. It is currently discussing the draft with allies and like-minded parties for their feedback to ensure broader acceptance.
1 February 2025, 19:35 PM
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No local polls before general election

The BNP and its like-minded parties have firmly opposed plans to hold local government elections before the national polls.
10 January 2025, 20:00 PM
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Khaleda finally off to UK for treatment

After years of relentless appeals and repeated denials by the Awami League government, BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia flew to London last night for better medical treatment.
7 January 2025, 18:30 PM
BNP postpones April 26 rally

Gap widening between BNP, interim govt

Unresolved issues, including delays in declaring a polls roadmap and resolving politically motivated cases, are creating a distance between the BNP and the interim government.
1 January 2025, 18:30 PM
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46th Anniversary: Leadership and structural issues plague JCD

Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD), the pro-BNP student wing which has been facing criticism for outdated leadership, is set to observe its 46th founding anniversary today.
31 December 2024, 21:42 PM
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Overcoming hardship thru skills development

At just 18 years old, Monir Hossain has become a beacon of hope for the village of Samitipara in Cox’s Bazar.
24 December 2024, 20:07 PM
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Khaleda may join her first rally in 7yrs on Dec 21

BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia is set to make her first appearance in a political programme in seven years on December 21, reigniting discussions about her symbolic presence and the possibility of a political comeback.
15 December 2024, 18:00 PM
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3 pro-BNP bodies march to Akhaura

Any attempt to undermine Bangladesh’s sovereignty would face strong protests, leaders of Jubo Dal, Swechchhasebak Dal, and Chhatra Dal warned India yesterday.
11 December 2024, 18:11 PM

Aug 21 grenade attack: Tarique, Babar, all others acquitted

The High Court yesterday acquitted BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman, former state minister Lutfozzaman Babar and all the others convicted in two cases over the grisly August 21, 2004 grenade attack.
1 December 2024, 18:40 PM
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Echoes of August 5: Gunfire and grit on Dhaka street

It was Monday, August 5, at exactly 10:46 in the morning when my phone rang. On the other end was a student from Jahangirnagar University, his voice trembling with fear and urgency.
29 November 2024, 18:00 PM
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BNP unveils vision for ‘rules-based’ society

The BNP yesterday submitted to the constitution reform commission its 62 recommendations designed to establish a rules-based structure and ensure checks and balances of power.
26 November 2024, 18:00 PM
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Rampal fouling 2 Sundarbans rivers

The Rampal power plant began operation in late 2022 without an effluent treatment plant and has since been discharging untreated waste into the Pasur and Maidara rivers next to the Sundarbans.
9 November 2024, 21:00 PM
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Waterlogging in airport area: Railway filling up waterbody makes things worse

People of many areas across the country are dealing with waterlogging and those in the capital’s Airport area are no exceptions.
21 October 2024, 18:13 PM
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Safe-to-Eat Jellyfish: A new seafood opportunity for Bangladesh

Would you ever consider eating jellyfish? For most people, the answer might be "no", as jellyfish often seem strange or even dangerous
21 October 2024, 10:08 AM
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Elevated expressway: Filling up part of Hatirjheel raises waterlogging risk

If you’re wondering whether Dhaka’s waterlogging woes have worsened recently, you’re not alone. Many residents share your concerns -- and for good reason.
11 October 2024, 21:47 PM
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Plastic toys too toxic

A recent study by the Environment and Social Development Organisation and BAN Toxics has revealed that many plastic toys sold in Dhaka contain hazardous chemicals, posing significant health risks to children, particularly those under six.
3 October 2024, 22:06 PM
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A family wracked by tragedies

It was July 19 – the day 28-year-old Monir Hossain was shot dead during the quota reform protests in Dhaka and a string of further tragedies started befalling the ill-fated family.
3 October 2024, 01:00 AM
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Health hazards lurking in veggies, fruits

A recent study has found alarming levels of heavy metals and pesticide residues in widely consumed vegetables and fruits across nine districts of Bangladesh.
24 September 2024, 18:00 PM
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Lynch mobs acting with impunity

Incidents of mob lynching spiked with 21 people beaten to death over the last 38 days, raising public safety concerns.
20 September 2024, 01:10 AM

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