Government Moves to Control All Internet Services Under New Telecommunication Law
Not only telephone or mobile operators, but from now on all internet‐based services will come under government control. International platforms like Facebook, YouTube, WhatsApp or Netflix will also need government approval if they wish to provide services in Bangladesh. With certain conditions, interception will be possible. With such provisions, the government has initiated an amendment to the 2001 Telecommunication Act.
According to IRI, Bangladesh’s Pre-Election Environment Remains Unstable
According to a report published by the International Republican Institute (IRI), the political situation in Bangladesh remains fragile ahead of the 2026 national elections. From October 20–24, the organization conducted a mission to assess Bangladesh’s electoral environment and democratic processes.
TIB urges major revisions to draft Police Commission Ordinance to ensure independence, transparency
Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) has called on the government to thoroughly revise the draft Police Commission Ordinance, 2025, warning that several provisions in its current form could jeopardize the independence and effectiveness of the proposed Independent Police Commission.
Pilot error identified as cause of Milestone School plane crash that killed 36 in Dhaka
The investigation has identified pilot error as the cause of the plane crash at Milestone School and College in the capital that killed 36 people.
Rights groups condemn crackdown on Bangladesh lawyers
Several international human rights organisations and bar councils have strongly condemned what they describe as a “politically motivated” campaign of repression against lawyers in Bangladesh under the interim government led by Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus.
Bangladesh drafts law to ban internet shutdowns, abolish NTMC
The interim government has drafted a new telecommunications law that proposes a permanent ban on shutting down the internet and the abolition of the controversial National Telecommunication Monitoring Centre (NTMC). Those involved say this will bring a major change to the country's digital governance framework.
Strict orders to stop Awami League’s Nov 13 ‘Dhaka Blockade’: Home Adviser
The Home Adviser, Lieutenant General (Retd.) Md. Jahangir Alam Chowdhury, said that law-enforcement agencies have been given strict instructions to thwart the Awami League’s programme, a party whose activities are banned.
Experts Call for Constitutional Reforms to Strengthen Rights and Equality
At a discussion marking the 53rd anniversary of the Constitution of Bangladesh, legal experts and rights advocates underscored the urgent need for constitutional reforms to make fundamental rights more effective through progressive interpretation and implementation.
Internet users in Bangladesh brace for major price hike amid new telecom policy
A major shock awaits internet users in Bangladesh. The cost of broadband internet services is set to rise by up to 20 percent for end users due to the implementation of the new telecom policy, according to the Internet Service Providers Association of Bangladesh (ISPAB).
Dhaka University issues show-cause notices to 403, including Chhatra League leaders
During the July uprising, the Chhatra League (student wing) campus branch of Bangladesh Awami League saw violent incidents on the campus of University of Dhaka from 15 July to 5 August. The university administration has identified 403 individuals, including leaders and workers of the organisation, in connection with the illegal and violent acts.