Dhaka, March 21 -- Muhammad Yunus has made it clear that the interim government that he heads has no intention of banning the Awami League.

But the chief advisor said its leaders accused of grave crimes, including murder and crimes against humanity, would face trial in the country's courts.

Yunus made the remarks during a meeting at the State Guest House Jamuna with a delegation led by Comfort Ero, the president and chief executive of the International Crisis Group (ICG) on Thursday.

His comments were later echoed in a press statement issued by the Chief Advisor's Office.

During the meeting, Yunus told the delegations that general elections would proceed on schedule, dismissing any possibility of delays.

"There is no reason to change...