A heartbreaking incident in northern Bangladesh has claimed the lives of two young brothers after they drowned in a pond in Tangail. The tragedy occurred on Sunday (17 May) afternoon in the Paniyabananda area under Porabari Union of Tangail Sadar Upazila, leaving the local community in deep shock. The deceased were identified as seven-year-old Mobasir […]

The Appellate Division’s Chamber Court has upheld a series of bail orders granted to former Narayanganj City Corporation Mayor Selina Hayat Ivy in multiple criminal cases, effectively removing all remaining legal barriers to her release from custody, according to her legal counsel. On Sunday, the Chamber Judge of the Appellate Division confirmed the validity of […]

A high-level delegation from UN Women has requested clarification regarding the limited representation of women in the 13th National Parliamentary Election. In response, the Election Commission (EC) of Bangladesh explained that whilst numerous female candidates contested the polls, representation is ultimately determined by the competitive outcomes of the democratic process, requiring candidates to win popular […]