Death of former Badda Thana Chhatra League president Wasikur Rahman Babu in custody
Wasikur Rahman Babu, former president of Badda Thana Chhatra League, has died in custody.
Illegitimate Rule and Foreign Interference Threaten National Survival
Bangladesh, born amid the bloodshed of 1971, now teeters on the brink of a profound crisis in 2024–2025. The nation, once forged through immense sacrifice, courage, and moral resolve, faces not merely a governance challenge but a total collapse of order, security, and national purpose. Civil strife, economic instability, and growing insecurity haunt daily life, leaving citizens vulnerable and institutions weakened.
Government Acts on None of the Media Reform Commission’s 100+ Proposals, Kamal Ahmed Claims
None of the proposals submitted by the Media Reform Commission have been implemented so far, nor has the government taken any visible initiative to act on its recommendations, said Media Reform Commission Chief Kamal Ahmed on Saturday (14 December).
President feels ‘insulted’ by actions of the Yunus government, wants to step down after the election
President Md. Shahabuddin wants to step down from his position after the upcoming parliamentary elections in February. He disclosed this plan on Thursday, according to a report by the news agency Reuters. He said he feels insulted by the actions of the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus.
Even after a year, the advisers’ income and asset statements have not been published
There was an opportunity for the Muhammad Yunus–led government, which came to power through a movement, to set an example of transparency and accountability.
Muhammad Yunus Has Aligned Himself Not With the People, but With International Powers: Farhad Mazhar
Poet, researcher, and theorist Farhad Mazhar has alleged that although Muhammad Yunus came to power as a result of the July Movement, he has “colluded” with the military and international forces instead of standing with the people. He claims that in the political reality after July, the activities of the Yunus government are not aligned with public expectations and have pushed the country toward further instability.
Human Rights Abuses Continue Unabated Under Bangladesh’s Interim Government
The collapse of the Awami League government in August 2024 marked a decisive turning point in Bangladesh’s contemporary political landscape. A nationwide uprising—fueled by frustration over inequality, corruption, and the abuse of state power—swept the long-standing regime from office and ushered in an interim government led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus. Expectations soared that this transition would usher in a new era of transparency, accountability, and respect for human rights.
Korail Fire Victims Still Living Under Open Sky, Waiting for Government Aid
Five days after a devastating fire swept through the Korail slum in Banani, many of the affected residents are still forced to live under the open sky. The blaze destroyed homes and possessions, leaving families with nowhere to stay and insufficient resources to rebuild.
Selim Accuses Dr. Yunus of “Fraud” Over July Consensus Charter
At a national convention in Dhaka, Communist Party of Bangladesh’s former president Mujahidul Islam Selim alleged that Dr. Muhammad Yunus committed “fraud” in the name of introducing the July Consensus Charter.
Weak Policies of Yunus Government Put Bangladesh Economy at Serious Risk
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has issued a sharp warning that Bangladesh is now facing major macro-financial risks due to the weak revenue collection of the incumbent interim government, an inefficient financial sector, and persistently high inflation.