Human Rights Situation ‘Disappointing and Alarming’ in 2025: HRSS Report
The human rights situation in the country remained “disappointing and alarming” throughout 2025 due to the failure of law enforcement agencies, ineffective government responses, and the irresponsibility of major political parties, according to the annual report of the Human Rights Support Society (HRSS).
Bangladesh Education Sector Ends 2025 in Turmoil
The education sector experienced another turbulent year in 2025, marked by uncertainty, repeated movements by teachers and students over various demands, and the continued absence of comprehensive reform and development plans.
Five Groups Write to EU Over Mob Violence Under Yunus Government
Following the political transition in Bangladesh in August 2024, five civil society organisations active at the European and international levels have sent a letter to the European Union (EU) expressing deep concern over the deterioration of human rights, the security situation, and democratic governance under the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus.
Bangladesh Sees Surge in Violence as February 2026 Elections Approach: OMCT
Bangladesh is witnessing an increase in violence and growing pressure on civic space as the country heads toward parliamentary elections scheduled for February 2026, according to two international human rights organisations.
Lawyer Beaten to Death in Bashundhara Area
A lawyer named Naim Kibria (35) was beaten to death in the Bashundhara Residential Area of Bhatara in the capital. The incident occurred late Wednesday night.
51 Political Parties Submit Nomination Papers for 13th National Parliamentary Election
Candidates from 51 political parties have submitted nomination papers for the 13th National Parliamentary Election. The information was disclosed to journalists on Tuesday (30 December) by Election Commission (EC) Public Relations Director Md. Ruhul Amin Mallik at the Election Building.
U.S. Policy Toward Bangladesh May Trigger a Renewed Islamist Rise in South Asia
Washington may be betting on forces whose rise could deepen instability across the region, empower extremist networks, and undermine Bangladesh’s secular foundations — foundations that were laid with enormous sacrifice in 1971.
8,597 Arrests in 24 Hours: Growing Fears of Authoritarian Overreach
Within a span of just 24 hours, 8,597 individuals were reportedly arrested nationwide—a figure so extraordinary that it demands urgent scrutiny. These arrests do not appear to be the result of targeted, evidence-based investigations.
Mob Violence Rises as State Control Weakens in Bangladesh
Bangladesh is no longer governed by the rule of law; it is increasingly ruled by fear. Across the country, mobs operate with near impunity—setting fire to homes and businesses, vandalising media offices, attacking cultural institutions and historical sites, and desecrating mazars, temples, and graveyards. Foreign missions have also been targeted, while citizens are being lynched in broad daylight.
Bangladesh’s Post-Transition Hope Dims Amid Rising Mob Violence
Attacks on journalists and minority communities highlight growing instability in Bangladesh months after political change.