New Delhi, May 10 -- Bangladesh's interim government on Friday (May 9) announced it would make a "quick decision" on banning the Awami League, the party of deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina, following mounting pressure from student-led activists and rightwing groups.

The office of interim government chief Professor Muhammad Yunus issued a statement saying, "The government considers with seriousness the recent demand raised on behalf of different political parties, organisations and the people to disband Awami League over allegations of autocratic rule and terrorist activities,"

The statement confirmed that discussions with other political parties were underway and assured, "We will take a quick decision in consultation with them."

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