Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)

Political violence has to stop

Parties, government must collaborate to contain it

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The purloined escape

This process of redefining the nation would require confronting the fragmented meanings that linger in the wake of Hasina’s influence.

The power of silence in a bitter political rivalry

Just six months ago, the tables were completely turned. Khaleda was under house arrest, while her party was desperately appealing for her to be allowed to travel for medical care.

BNP’s show of force on Airport Road and a political culture that refuses to change

For an outside observer, it must be baffling that the BNP, having witnessed what the actions of the last 15 years did to the Awami League in three short weeks this summer, never even considered the fact that if they didn’t play fast and loose with people’s precious time like Sheikh Hasina used to, it would set a nice contrast in the minds of voters and the young generation.

Unity and consensus are key to achieving reforms

The reform vs election debate is unfortunate

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Stop retributive violence in politics

Brutal killing of a Jubo League leader demands scrutiny

BNP must get its house in order

Persistence of unruly activities by party members is alarming

May 19, 2019
May 19, 2019

Govt pushing Khaleda Zia towards tragic consequence

The BNP yesterday alleged that the government was pushing Khaleda Zia towards a tragic consequence through torturing her physically and mentally.

May 18, 2019
May 18, 2019

Govt pushing Khaleda towards tragic consequence: BNP

BNP alleges that the government is pushing BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia towards a tragic consequence through "torturing' her both physically and mentally".

May 15, 2019
May 15, 2019

Khaleda to be shifted to Keraniganj Central Jail

Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal yesterday said BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia would be moved to the Keraniganj Central Jail after being discharged from Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU).

May 14, 2019
May 14, 2019

BNP to contest by-polls to Fakhrul’s seat

BNP is going to participate in the by-election to Bogura-6 parliamentary seat, which fell vacant afte party Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir decided not to take oath of office.

May 5, 2019
May 5, 2019

Tarique, Fakhrul, 4 other BNP leaders over assaulting pro-AL organisation chief

A case has been filed against BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman, its Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir and four other leaders on charge of assaulting Bangladesh Jononetri Parishad President AB Siddique in Dhaka’s Bangsal on April 30.

May 5, 2019
May 5, 2019

'BNP’s previous decision not to join parliament was wrong'

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir says their party's previous decision not to join parliament immediately after the December-30 election was wrong.

April 29, 2019
April 29, 2019

4 BNP MPs-elect take oath

Four BNP lawmakers-elect in the December 30 national election take oath as members of the 11th parliament.

April 25, 2019
April 25, 2019

I know BNP might expel me: Jahidur

BNP MP-elect Jahidur Rahman Jahid says he voluntarily took oath as lawmaker knowing that his party might expel him for acting beyond its decision.

April 7, 2019
April 7, 2019

Not parole, Khaleda has rights to get bail: Fakhrul

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir says that they would free party’s imprisoned Chairperson Khaleda Zia from jail through waging a tough movement on the street.

March 30, 2019
March 30, 2019

BNP blasts govt over Banani fire

BNP criticises the government over the incident of Banani fire, alleging negligence in procuring modern equipment to combat fire.