LPG Cylinder Sales Halted Nationwide from Today
In the context of nationwide drives and fines, the LPG Dealers’ Cooperative Society Limited has announced the suspension of the supply and sale of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) cylinders.
Moinuddin Elected DCAB President, Kayes Named General Secretary
AKM Moinuddin, Special Correspondent of the news agency UNB, has been elected President, and Imrul Kayes, Special Correspondent of Bangla Vision, has been elected General Secretary of the newly formed Executive Committee of the Diplomatic Correspondents Association, Bangladesh (DCAB) for 2026.
TIB Calls for Cancellation of ‘Discriminatory’ Decision to Bear Foreign Observers’ Expenses
Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) has demanded the cancellation of the Election Commission’s (EC) decision to bear the accommodation and food expenses of foreign observers for the 13th National Parliamentary Election. The organization stated that the decision is imprudent, discriminatory, and creates a conflict of interest, which goes against the principles of impartial election observation.
59 Indigenous Bawm People Detained Without Trial in Bangladesh Amid Human Rights Concerns
Fifty-nine Indigenous Bawm people continue to be detained in the Chittagong Hill Tracts of southeastern Bangladesh without trial. They have been accused of being affiliated with an armed group allegedly responsible for robbing banks and taking a bank manager hostage in April 2024. Despite these serious accusations, none of the detainees have faced a formal trial, raising grave concerns about due process and the rule of law.
Jamaat-e-Islami Warns of Risk of “Rigged Election” Ahead of February 12 Polls
Jamaat-e-Islami’s Nayeb-e-Ameer, Syed Abdullah Mohammad Taher, has alleged that the government and law enforcement agencies have been “leaning towards a particular political party” for some time. He believes this has created concern that the February 12 election may turn into a “rigged election.”
Lemkin Institute Protests Detention of Shahriar Kabir, Demands Immediate Release
The Lemkin Institute for Genocide Prevention and Human Security has strongly condemned the continued detention of veteran Bangladeshi journalist and human rights defender Shahriar Kabir, calling it a serious violation of fundamental human rights and international law.
Touristless Sundarbans as Vessel Strike Continues for Second Day
In Mongla, for the second consecutive day on Tuesday (6 January), a strike by owners of tourist-carrying jali boats, launches, and trawlers operating in the Sundarbans is ongoing.
Awami League Introduces “No Boat, No Vote” Slogan After Sheikh Hasina Orders Election Boycott
Voters of the Awami League will not go to polling booths in Bangladesh’s upcoming national parliamentary election. Awami League President Sheikh Hasina has instructed party leaders to explain to activists and supporters so that they do not go to polling stations on election day.
Operation Devil Hunt: Claims of Arrests Based on Political Identity, Not Crime
As Bangladesh approaches the 13th National Parliamentary Election, the government’s “Operation Devil Hunt” has drawn attention over claims that arrests are being carried out based on political identity rather than proven criminal activity.
Lawyer Beaten in Two Phases, Eight Identified in Incident: Police
Lawyer Naim Kibria Kani (35) was beaten to death in two phases in the Bashundhara Residential Area of the capital. Police disclosed this information citing the confessional statement given in court by the prime suspect, Md. Zobayer Hossain Pappu (29). Police also said that 7 to 8 more people have been identified as suspects in connection with the incident.