Citizens Protest Parliamentary Condolence Motion for 1971 War Crime Accused Razakars
Forty-one prominent citizens have issued a statement protesting the raising of a condolence motion in the 13th National Parliament for Razakars accused of being collaborators and perpetrators of crimes against humanity during the Liberation War of 1971. Poet and activist Mir Bobi confirmed the matter on Friday (March 13).
Four Killed in Clash Between Two Groups in Narail
Four people, including a father and son, were killed in a clash between two groups over dominance in Narail Sadar.
At least 3 killed nationwide, over 200 injured, vandalism and looting reported across the country
The BNP and Jamaat have been involved in post-election violence surrounding the 13th National Parliamentary Election, with clashes, attacks, vandalism, and looting reported in various districts across the country. At least three people have been killed and more than two hundred injured.
11-Party Alliance Alleges Manipulation of Election Results
In the 13th National Parliament election, Shafiqul Rahman, Ameer of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, alleged that even though the voting process was “fair,” the results were manipulated through “irregularities and rigging.” He made these claims during a press conference held on Friday night at Jamaat’s central office in Moghbazar, Dhaka, organized on behalf of the 11-party electoral alliance.
BNP Alliance Takes Early Lead in 13th Parliamentary Polls; Key Wins in Bogura-6 and Dhaka-15
As counting continues in the 13th National Parliament election, unofficial results from 164 constituencies indicate a strong lead for the BNP-led alliance. According to the latest available figures, the BNP alliance has secured 125 seats, while the Jamaat-led alliance has won 38 seats. One seat has gone to an independent candidate. Final official confirmation from the Election Commission is still pending.
The Guardian: Islamist Rise Sparks Concern for Women’s Rights Before Bangladesh Vote
As midnight struck, women carrying flaming torches marched through the streets of Dhaka, their chants rising above the city’s traffic. “The people shed their blood now we demand equality,” they cried. Across Bangladesh, recent weeks have brought both celebration and anticipation. After the violent student-led uprising in August 2024 that ousted Sheikh Hasina’s regime and left more than 1,000 people dead, the country is now preparing for its first promised free and fair election in 17 years, scheduled for Thursday.
Jamaat a ‘Deceptive Party’, Does Not Believe in Independence: Salahuddin Ahmed
Calling Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami a “deceptive party,” BNP Standing Committee member and Cox’s Bazar-1 (Chakaria–Pekua) constituency candidate Salahuddin Ahmed said that the party does not believe in the country’s independence. Those who do not believe in independence will not speak the correct history either.
On one side of Jamaat’s scale is America, on the other is India,” says Charmonai Pir
Ameer of Islami Andolan Bangladesh, Charmonai Pir Mufti Syed Muhammad Rezaul Karim, said, “Neither BNP nor Jamaat has said that they will run the state based on Islam. They have said they will run the state according to the prevailing system. Today, those who are coming with the weighing-scale symbol are self-interested groups.
Hefazat-e-Islam Amir Babunagari: Voting for Jamaat-e-Islami Is ‘Not Permissible’ for Muslims
Hefazat-e-Islam Amir Muhibbullah Babunagari has said that voting for Jamaat-e-Islami would not be “permissible” (jaez) for Muslims. He claimed that if Jamaat comes to power, the interests of Islam and Muslims would be harmed.
Explosive Remarks by Jamaat Ameer at Chattogram 11-Party Rally
At an election rally of the 11-party alliance held at the Chattogram Port College ground, Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman said that the first declaration of independence was made by Colonel (retd) Oli Ahmed, Bir Bikram, not Ziaur Rahman. He claimed that during the Liberation War of 1971, the first declaration of independence was made from Chattogram and that Colonel Oli Ahmed called for independence by declaring “We revolt.”