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A BNP candidate was wounded and a supporter killed in a gun attack in Chattogram, exposing deep-rooted criminal rivalries ahead of the national election.

Bangladesh’s interim government has initiated a first-of-its-kind program to train 9,000 youths in martial arts and basic firearms handling to enhance national resilience and civic defense.

Awami League has lodged a detailed request with the International Criminal Court, alleging systematic state-backed killings, arbitrary detention and persecution of its supporters since mid-2024.

“Everything has an end.” Former ICT minister Zunaid Ahmed Palak’s quiet remark in court captured the fear, dignity, and endurance of Bangladesh’s long-detained political prisoners.

Sheikh Hasina greets Bangladeshis on Navratri, condemns extremist violence, and pledges Awami League will re-establish the nation’s independence.