One of the most notable developments in recent weeks in Bangladesh has been the transformation of the country’s student-led protest movement into an organised political force. On 28 February 2025, the leaders of last year’s mass demonstrations formally launched the National Citizens Party (NCP). The party is led by 26-year-old Nahid Islam, who resigned from his post as acting head of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting in the interim government to take on the role. At a rally near the national parliament, NCP leaders laid out a platform centred on unity, transparency, good governance and an independent foreign policy rooted in a vision for a “second republic”. Lima Akter, whose brother was killed during the July 2024 uprising, introduced Islam as the party’s convenor. Her promi...
The United States has congratulated Bangladesh on its Independence Day Saying Washington supports Bangladesh in its journey toward a bright and democratic future.
“As Bangladesh marks this special occasion, I extend my warm regards to its people and reaffirm the United States, commitment to working together to make both our nations safer, stronger, and more prosperous,” said US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in a statement.
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Photo: Collect...
The Libyan Minister of Labor and Rehabilitation in the Government of National Unity, Ali Al-Abed, discussed with the Bangladeshi ambassador to Libya, Abul Hasanat Muhammad Khair Al-Bashar, ways to strengthen cooperation in regulating Bangladeshi workers' status in Libya, alongside efforts to combat illegal immigration.
The two sides discussed mechanisms for regulating the entry of workers under Libyan...
Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus paid tribute to the Liberation War martyrs this morning by placing wreaths at the National Memorial in Savar, marking the 55th Independence and National Day.
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Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus paid tributes to the Liberation War martyrs by placing wreaths at the National Memorial in Savar today morning. Photo: Chief Adviser GOB Facebook[/caption]
The Chief Adviser placed a wreath...
Farrukh Khosru:
Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman (1936-1981) stands as one of the most significant and influential figures in Bangladesh's history. He served as the country's President and Chief of Army Staff, playing a crucial role in the War of Independence.
His most significant contribution came during the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971. Following the military crackdown on 25 March 1971 and the arrest of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the nation was left without clear leadership.
At this critical juncture, Major Zia led the Eighth East Bengal Regiment in revolting against the Pakistan Army. On the night between 26 and 27 March 19...
Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus today conferred the Independence Award-2025 on seven luminary individuals in recognition of their glorious and outstanding contributions to the national level.
The awardees are: Professor Jamal Nazrul Islam (posthumously) in science and technology, Mir Abdus Shukur Al Mahmud (posthumously) in literature, Novera Ahmed (posthumously) in culture, Sir Fazle Hasan Abed (posthumously) in social service, Mohammad Mahbubul Haque Khan alias Azam Khan (posthumously) in Liberation War and culture, Badruddin Mohammad Umar in education and research, and Abrar Fahad (posthumously) for his role as a young protester.
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