Human Rights Bodies Raise Alarm Over Eroding Democratic Space in Bangladesh

Global human rights organisations have voiced grave concern over what they describe as an alarming deterioration of the rule of law in Bangladesh, citing the targeting of politicians, activists, major media outlets, and cultural institutions amid rising political tensions ahead of the 2026 national election.

The UK Parliament’s Motion and Its Impact on Bangladesh’s Political Crisis

History is rarely forgiving toward interim governments that mistake moral symbolism for governing capacity. Bangladesh’s current situation under the interim administration led by Muhammad Yunus increasingly reflects this pattern. What began as a temporary corrective phase following the resignation of the previous government—welcomed both domestically and internationally—now appears to be drifting into a troubling exercise of power without accountability.

Guterres Voices Concern, Urges Bangladesh to Protect Minorities

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has expressed concern over recent incidents of violence in Bangladesh and has called on the authorities to ensure the safety and security of all citizens, particularly members of minority communities.

Seven Human Rights Groups Condemn Rising Violence, Issue Six Recommendations

Seven International Human Rights Organizations Condemn Attacks on Prothom Alo, The Daily Star, Chhayanaut, and the Killing of Dipu Chandra Das

Mob Lynching of Hindu in Bangladesh Deepens Fears of Religious Extremism

A Hindu garment worker, Dipu Chandra Das, was lynched in Bangladesh following allegations of blasphemy, highlighting growing mob violence, insecurity for religious minorities, and mounting concerns over law and order under the country’s interim government.

Interim Government Has Completely Failed to Prevent Killings and Violence: Minority Unity Alliance

The Minority Unity Alliance has accused the interim government of being completely unsuccessful in preventing continuous violence, killings, and persecution against minority communities. Leaders of the organization made the allegations on Monday at a human chain and protest rally held in front of the National Press Club in the capital.

Indian Muslim Leaders Condemn Lynching of Hindu Youth in Bangladesh

Indian Muslim religious leaders have strongly condemned the incident in which Hindu youth Dipu Chandra Das was beaten to death in Bangladesh. Describing the incident as a “murder of humanity,” they stated that it is completely contrary to Islamic teachings.

Death of former Badda Thana Chhatra League president Wasikur Rahman Babu in custody

Wasikur Rahman Babu, former president of Badda Thana Chhatra League, has died in custody.

HRW warns Bangladesh over rising mob attacks, demands free and participatory elections

Human Rights Watch said on Saturday that Bangladeshi authorities must urgently take action to curb the growing wave of mob attacks that have spread across the country since the Hasina government was removed from power last August. The rights organization also urged the authorities to ensure conditions for free, fair, and inclusive elections scheduled for February.

No Evidence Found of ‘Religious Blasphemy’ Hindu Garment Worker Beaten and Burned to Death by a Mob in Bhaluka

The brutal killing of a Hindu garment worker in Bhaluka of Mymensingh district by beating and burning him to death by a mob has sparked intense concern and outrage across the country. The deceased was identified as Dipu Chandra Das (approximately 28). He was a resident of Tarakanda upazila and worked as a laborer at the Dubulia Pioneer Knit Factory.