Bangladesh Emerging as a Transit Hub in ISI–Dawood Narco-Terror Network
Bangladesh is facing growing allegations of becoming a transit hub for narcotics and extremist financing in South Asia. Intelligence and law enforcement sources claim that Pakistan-based criminal and intelligence networks are increasingly using Bangladeshi ports and trade channels to facilitate illicit operations.
Cultural Activists Demand Creative Subjects and Reinstate Music, Physical Education Teachers in Primary Schools
Cultural activists on Saturday urged the government to introduce more creative subjects — including music, performance arts, and sports — at the primary education level to build a creative and globally aware young generation.
At Least 125 Injured as Police Clash With Agitating Primary School Teachers in Dhaka
At least 125 government primary school teachers, who were protesting to press for three demands including upgrading their salary to the 10th grade, received treatment at Dhaka Medical College Hospital after being injured in an alleged police attack.
72 Million Garment Workers at Risk
Growing temperatures are creating severe risks to the health, safety and livelihoods of garment-workers worldwide. The international human-rights organisation Clean Clothes Campaign (CCC) is now calling upon fashion brands, suppliers and governments to take action.
Momen Seeks UN Action Over 'Persecution and Rule of Law Breakdown' in Bangladesh
Former Foreign Minister AK Abdul Momen, who also served as Bangladesh’s permanent representative to the United Nations, has appealed to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) to intervene in what he described as Bangladesh's "deteriorating human rights, political, and humanitarian situation" since April 2025. Momen cited increasing repression, extrajudicial actions, and a disregard for democratic and humanitarian principles in his letter.
Dark Room Torture and Fund Fraud: July Foundation Faces Gruesome Allegations
A case has been filed in court against ten officials and employees of the July Foundation in connection with allegations of torture and attempted murder of the July war wounded veteran Jahangir Alam during the anti-discrimination student movement.
NHRC Remains Inactive for Seven Months, Victims Deprived of Justice
It has now been seven months since the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) became inactive, depriving victims of human rights violations of its services.
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.