Awami League Leader Dies While in Custody at Narayanganj Jail
Humayun Kabir, a leader of the Narayanganj Metropolitan Awami League, has died while undergoing treatment in custody.
Government Forms Selection Panel for NHRC Chairperson, Commissioners
The government has formed a six-member selection committee, headed by Appellate Division Justice Farah Mahbub, to recommend appointments to the vacant posts of chairperson and commissioners of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), which has remained non-functional for more than 11 months.
BNP Leader Dies in Custody, Protests Erupt
A BNP leader named Shamsuzzaman Dabul (55) has died after being detained by law enforcement agencies in Jibannagar of Chuadanga. The deceased Dabul was the son of late Ataur Master of Basuti Para in the Jibannagar municipal area. He was serving as the general secretary of the Jibannagar Municipal BNP.
International Rights Body Condemns Custodial Death of Bangladeshi Leader
An international human rights organisation has strongly condemned the custodial death of a senior Awami League leader, alleging serious medical negligence during his detention.
Lemkin Institute Urges Immediate Release of Shahriar Kabir Over Rights Concerns
The Lemkin Institute for Genocide Prevention and Human Security views the detention of writer, researcher, and internationally recognized human rights activist Shahriar Kabir known as a close associate of the ousted Awami League government as a violation of fundamental civil and political rights.
Human Rights Body Warns of Escalating Attacks on Minorities in Bangladesh
A human rights organisation has expressed serious concern over a sharp rise in violence against minority communities in Bangladesh, warning that the incidents reflect a widespread and alarming trend across the country rather than isolated cases.
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.
Former MIC Youth Chief Calls on Malaysia to Respond to Hindu Killings in Bangladesh
Former MIC Youth chief Datuk Sivarraajh Chandran has urged the Malaysian government to address recent incidents of violence against Hindus in Bangladesh, stating that an official response would align with Malaysia’s established stance on human rights and the protection of civilians.
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.
Intelligence Agencies “Interfere” in Internal Politics: Disappearance Commission Chief
The head of the Enforced Disappearances Commission, Mainul Islam Chowdhury, commented that the misuse of the country’s intelligence agencies stems from their tendency to “interfere” in internal politics and seek a share of power.