BNP Standing Committee Member Major (retd) Hafizuddin Ahmed announced his party would accept former Awami League members who demonstrate good character, though existing BNP leaders will maintain their positions. Speaking at a political gathering in Tazumuddin upazila of Bhola, he explained the party must expand its membership and would welcome individuals from the banned organization who have not caused harm to others.
Ahmed warned that refusing quality candidates could drive them toward rival political groups that might oppose BNP. He noted the party may remove some current activists lacking proper conduct while adding respectable former Awami League supporters. The standing committee member cautioned that a religion-based party was...
Two homemade explosives detonated in the Karwan Bazar section of the capital without causing casualties, according to police reports. Confusion arose over jurisdictional authority after Kalabagan Police Station Officer-in-Charge Md Fazle Ashik stated the location fell under Tejgaon Police Station oversight, while Tejgaon Police Station Officer-in-Charge Mobarak Hossain claimed the reverse.
The incidents occurred amid a broader pattern of arson and bombing attacks attributed to the banned Awami League political organization since early December. Security officials believe these actions aim to disrupt legal proceedings involving party leader Sheikh Hasina, who faces trial alongside two co-defendants on crimes against humanity charges...
Jatiya Chhatra Shakti organized a torchlight march at Dhaka University calling for severe penalties against Awami League President and former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina regarding accusations of mass murders, forced disappearances, extrajudicial killings and crimes against humanity. The demonstration concluded with a gathering at Raju Sculpture, where speakers alleged systematic state oppression spanning 17 years under the previous administration.
Organization leaders insisted the interim government must fully execute any International Crimes Tribunal ruling without influence or compromise. Dhaka University Chhatra Shakti President Tahmid Al-Muddassir Chowdhury warned that political operatives were allegedly preparing fresh violence...
The National Bodybuilding Championships have announced 18 finalists for the Men's Physique category and six additional competitors in the Masters division following selection rounds held at the National Sports Council Auditorium. Athletes from fitness centers nationwide competed to secure their spots across three height categories.
Among those advancing in the 170 cm division are Arian Aziz from Sylhet Gym, Shahin Ahmed from Sylhet X Men Fitness, Md. Robiul from Pro-X Fitness Gym, Zahedul Alam from Olympia Fitness, Shaker Uddin Shawon from Bangladesh Ansar, and Sabuj Hossain from Elite Fitness Center. The 166 cm bracket selected Abdur Rahman from Future Fitness, Taskin Ahmed from Gold's Gym, and four Bangladesh Ansar members: Md...
A magistrate in Dhaka authorized five additional days of detention for four suspects connected to the fatal shooting of Tarik Saif Mamun outside National Medical College Hospital in Old Dhaka. Metropolitan Magistrate Hasibuzzaman approved the extension after investigators requested ten days to question Md Faruk Hossain Faisal, Robin Ahmed Piyas, Md Rubel, and Shamim Ahmed, who were presented following their arrest in connection with the slaying.
Authorities stated the killing resulted from criminal gang rivalry, with Faruk and Robin allegedly hired as gunmen for 200,000 taka. Investigators identified another suspect, Roni, as the organizer behind the attack, which stemmed from internal conflict within a group that included both Roni...
An alliance of eight political parties led by Jamaat-e-Islami announced plans to mobilize supporters ahead of a tribunal ruling against former prime minister Sheikh Hasina and three co-defendants facing crimes against humanity charges. Jamaat Secretary General Mia Golam Parwar stated the coalition would reject any attempt by the Awami League to restrict movement in connection with the verdict, vowing to prevent what he characterized as sabotage supporting authoritarian governance.
The alliance held a meeting at Al-Falah Hall in Moghbazar, where leaders discussed current political conditions and their movement strategy. Participants included representatives from Islami Andolan Bangladesh, Bangladesh Khilafat Majlis, Bangladesh Nezame...
Ashikur Rahman Shibli's unbeaten 112 anchored Dhaka's recovery to 252 for 4 against Rajshahi in the National Cricket League at Rajshahi Divisional Stadium. After losing two early wickets for 12 runs, Shibli built a steadying partnership with Anisul Islam, who contributed 97 before falling three short of a century. Rajshahi bowler Ashraful Islam Siam claimed five wickets to maintain pressure on the batting side.
Mymensingh gained an advantage over Chattogram after dismissing their opponents for 210, with Shahadat Hossain Dipu leading the scoring with 65. Shuvagata Hom Chowdhury and Arif Ahmed each took four wickets before openers Mahfijul Islam Robin and Naim Sheikh guided their team to 82 without loss.
Barishal struggled to 90 for 7...
Pakistan completed a comprehensive sweep against Bangladesh in their FIH World Cup Qualifiers series at Maulana Bhasani Hockey Stadium, winning the final match 10-3 after earlier victories of 8-2 and 8-0. The hosts conceded 26 goals across the three contests while managing only five in response.
Sufyan Khan led the Pakistani attack with six goals, while Abdul Rehman and Ahmad Nadeem added three more. The visitors converted nine of 15 penalty corners, with Waleed Rana scoring their lone field goal. Bangladesh wasted multiple clear scoring opportunities, including an open-goal miss from Shohanur Sabuj. Ashraful Islam converted a penalty corner for the hosts alongside two field goals from teammates.
Rakibul Hasan acknowledged his team's...
Pakistan's army chief pledged firm retaliation against future aggression while attributing victory in a recent border conflict to divine intervention. Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir told journalists that Pakistani forces operate under spiritual guidance and cited religious verses promising believers triumph over stronger adversaries.
The statements referenced confrontations between the nuclear-armed neighbors that resulted in downed aircraft and cross-border strikes. Pakistan launched large-scale operations targeting military installations after initial attacks, with hostilities ending through American mediation. The government subsequently elevated Munir's rank for his wartime leadership.
Munir received confirmation that his tenure...
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