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Prosecution seeks death penalty against Hasina, Asaduzzaman over crimes against humanity

Dhaka, Oct. 16 -- The prosecution has sought the death penalty against ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina and her former home minister Asaduzzaman Khan for crimes against humanity case in their attem... Read More


UN calls for prompt civilian court trial for detained Bangladesh Army officers

Dhaka, Oct. 16 -- The Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights has called on Bangladeshi authorities to swiftly produce the army officers held in military custody before a "competent" civil... Read More


HSC: Girls outpace boys again in GPA-5, pass rate

Dhaka, Oct. 16 -- As in previous years, girls have once again outperformed boys in both the pass rate and GPA-5 achievements in the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) and equivalent examinations. Of ... Read More


'Impossible made possible' by politicians on July Charter, says Yunus

Dhaka, Oct. 15 -- Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus has said Bangladesh's politicians have "made the impossible possible" by reaching a consensus on the July Charter after long discussions. He said no one... Read More


NCP asks for 'clear implementation roadmap' before July Charter is signed

Dhaka, Oct. 15 -- The National Citizen Party Member Secretary Akhtar Hossain has said that the July National Charter can only be implemented properly if everything is "made clear" to the nation before... Read More


In the ashes of Mirpur fire, two fingers lead to the discovery of Sarwar's body

Dhaka, Oct. 15 -- Since Tuesday, Amanullah has been searching the burnt building in Mirpur's Rupnagar holding a photo of his friend Sarwar in his hand. Sarwar worked as a helper in the garment factor... Read More


Details of helicopter shootings 'presented in court', Chief Prosecutor Tajul says

Dhaka, Oct. 15 -- International Crimes Tribunal Chief Prosecutor Tajul Islam says he has presented detailed information about shootings from helicopters during last year's protests in July and August.... Read More


July Charter combines constitutional amendments, legal measures for sweeping changes

Dhaka, Oct. 15 -- The National Consensus Commission has finalised the July National Charter, covering 84 points of state reform, based on full consensus among 32 political parties and alliances on 17 ... Read More


Mirpur chemical warehouse fire may take 'several days' to extinguish completely

Dhaka, Oct. 15 -- The deadly fire at a chemical warehouse in Mirpur's Rupnagar may take "several days" to be fully extinguished, according Fire Service Director General Brig Gen Muhammad Jahed Kamal. ... Read More


Hasina's 'command responsibility' proven, says chief prosecutor in tribunal argument

Dhaka, Oct. 14 -- International Crimes Tribunal Chief Prosecutor Tajul Islam has claimed that ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina's "command responsibility" has been proven in the prosecution's argume... Read More