Infrastructure Boom Faces Scrutiny in Bangladesh’s Changing Political Context
In Bangladesh, large-scale infrastructure projects implemented over the past decade continue to generate discussion and debate in the political arena. These projects were initiated or completed under previous governments, particularly the Bangladesh Awami League, and are now being reassessed in the current political context.
Ban on Awami League activities “undemocratic”: 101 journalists statement
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has passed a law in parliament banning the activities of the Bangladesh Awami League. However, banning the activities of a political party through legal means is contrary to democratic practice. In protest against this development, 101 journalists have issued a statement.
Concern of Ain o Salish Kendra over the arrest process of former Speaker Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury
According to information published in the media, on the night of April 6, 2026, former Speaker Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury was detained by law enforcement agencies from a relative’s residence in Dhanmondi and taken to the DB office. Ain o Salish Kendra (ASK) stated that it is not reasonable to show a woman as detained in this manner at midnight. It is necessary to clarify whether the arrest process could have been conducted during the daytime in a transparent and procedural manner.
BNP Faced 150K Cases in 20 Years, Bangladesh Awami League Faces 100K+ in 20 Months
After the change of government on August 5, 2024, the Bangladesh Awami League claims that in just 20 months, more than one hundred thousand cases have been filed against its leaders and activists across the country. Although it could not provide exact statistics, the party described these cases as retaliatory and false. On the other hand, the police have termed this claim as “propaganda and unrealistic.”
Former Speaker Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury Arrested in Lalbagh Attempted Murder and Vandalism Case
Former Speaker of the National Parliament, Dr. Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury, has been shown arrested in a case filed over attempted murder and vandalism during the anti-discrimination movement in Lalbagh, the capital. She was detained at around 4:30 AM on Tuesday from a residence on Road 8/A in Dhanmondi.
UN Letter Expresses Concern Over Ban on Awami League in Bangladesh
The United Nations has expressed deep concern over the banning of the Bangladesh Awami League, disproportionate restrictions on the party’s political speech and gatherings, mass arrests, and alleged violations of the right to a fair trial. These issues were outlined in an official letter sent on December 29 to the interim government led by Dr. Muhammad Yunus.
The Bangladesh Awami League has announced month-long programs marking the fiery month of March
On the occasion of the great Independence month, fiery March, the Bangladesh Awami League has announced month-long programs. These programs have been adopted to observe the important days of March with due dignity, remembering the historic role of the Father of the Nation Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and the spirit of the great Liberation War.
ASK Voices Concern Over Police Order to Re-Arrest Awami League Leaders
The directive to take action “as deemed appropriate” against leaders and activists of a political party whose activities have been banned, and the instruction to show individuals released on bail as re-arrested under “shown arrest” or in other cases, are contrary to the rule of law, according to Ain o Salish Kendra (ASK). The organization has expressed deep concern over such instructions.
Order Issued to Re-Arrest Awami League Leaders After Bail
Rajshahi Range DIG Mohammad Shahjahan has instructed that if any leaders and activists of organizations whose activities have been banned are granted bail by the court, they must be shown arrested again in other cases. In a letter signed by the DIG on Tuesday (24 February), police superintendents of eight districts under the range were directed to implement this instruction.
Awami League Working Committee Meets as Sheikh Hasina Outlines Next Strategy
On Tuesday morning, Sheikh Hasina held a meeting of the Awami League Working Committee to discuss the post-election situation in Bangladesh and the party’s future programs. She joined virtually from Delhi. Members of the Working Committee gathered at the residence of a Presidium Member of the Awami League.