Protesters opposing the Awami League’s “Lockdown” programme yesterday detained and handed over at least nine people, including a teenager, to police on suspicion of being linked to the party in Dhaka’s Dhanmondi 32 and near the AL’s central office in Gulistan.

Traffic unusually light; several educational institutions suspend classes as security tightened

Set up multiple check posts; transport movement remains thin in Savar

Police, BGB, APBn and army patrols deployed

Tensions ran high in the capital as security forces tightened security measures ahead of AL's planned 'Dhaka Lockdown' programme

Roads were visibly lighter than usual today, while the metro rail also saw fewer passengers

Authorities suspect internal involvement; investigation underway

The deployment comes ahead of announcement of verdict date in case against Hasina

Police and security agencies have launched an intensified drive in Dhaka to maintain law and order

No gatherings or demonstrations will be allowed at the city's entrances tomorrow.