Dhaka, April 22 -- The High Court today allowed six months more time to a high-power task force to complete its probe into the sensational case lodged over the murders of journalist couple Sagar Sarowar and Meherun Runi.

A High Court division bench comprising Justice Fatema Najib and Justice Sikder Mahmudur Razi passed the order, adjourning the matter till October 22. The order was passed allowing, in part, a prosecution plea for granting nine months more time to complete the probe.

Additional Attorney General Mohammad Arshadur Rouf flanked by Deputy Attorney General Akter Hossain Md Abdul Wahab took part in the hearing. Advocate Mohammad Shishir Manir stood for the victims' family.

On September 30, 2024, the High Court ordered the for...