Dhaka, Nov. 10 -- Testimonies have concluded in the corruption case filed against former prime minister Sheikh Hasina and 11 others over the alleged illegal allocation of plots.

On Monday, Dhaka Special Judge Mohammad Abdullah Al Mamun set Nov 17 for the defendants to present their statements in self-defence.

Cross-examinations of investigating officers are under way in two separate cases against Hasina's son, Sajeeb Wazed Joy, and daughter, Saima Wazed Putul. These cross-examinations will also continue on Nov 17.

Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) Assistant Director Afnan Jannat Keya was cross-examined by defence counsel Shahinur Rahman on behalf of the defendant, former RAJUK member (Estate and Land) Mohammad Khurshid Alam.

In the cas...