Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)

The legal case against Khaleda’s treatment abroad is far from convincing

It is hard to discard the notion that politics played no part in this decision from the government.

Opinion / A people sidelined by its politicians

Shouldn't our politicians focus on how to best serve the people?

Did BNP make the wrong call?

BNP’s real loss in announcing the sit-ins without proper coordination was giving the upper hand to the ruling party

A farewell to EVMs

While the decision to scrap the EVMs is a step in the right direction, the EC must not lose sight of the fact that there are many other pressing issues that it must address for a free, fair and participatory elections.

Why does the EC want to talk with the BNP anyway?

This sudden move by the Election Commission seems to be for lip service.

EC must do more to empower voters

Business-as-usual approach to dealing with the opposition will not create the right condition for free polls

Khaleda Zia in politics: Missed chance for BNP?

The BNP’s current risk-averse behaviour is not conducive to running a successful campaign

Only genuine electoral reform can reignite voter interest

Six by-polls are proof that there is a lot to be done before general election

Special treatment for AL is the new norm

Can a political party – regardless of whether they are in power or in opposition – use public property to attend a party rally?

April 25, 2019
April 25, 2019

I know BNP might expel me: Jahidur

BNP MP-elect Jahidur Rahman Jahid says he voluntarily took oath as lawmaker knowing that his party might expel him for acting beyond its decision.

April 7, 2019
April 7, 2019

Not parole, Khaleda has rights to get bail: Fakhrul

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir says that they would free party’s imprisoned Chairperson Khaleda Zia from jail through waging a tough movement on the street.

March 30, 2019
March 30, 2019

BNP blasts govt over Banani fire

BNP criticises the government over the incident of Banani fire, alleging negligence in procuring modern equipment to combat fire.

March 27, 2019
March 27, 2019

BNP appears to be a ‘failed party’: Hasan

Information Minister Dr Hasan Mahmud says BNP now appears to have become a ‘failed party’ attributing the failure to its leadership and its Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir in particular.

March 17, 2019
March 17, 2019

UK unit of BNP stages demo for Khaleda's release

The UK unit of BNP staged a demonstration in front of the residence of the UK prime minister on Saturday demanding the unconditional release of BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia and withdrawal of all 'false and politically motivated' cases against the Acting Chairman of BNP Tarique Rahman.

March 10, 2019
March 10, 2019

HC clears way for BNP ex-state minister Milan to go abroad

The High Court clears the way for former BNP state minister ANM Ehsanul Haque Milan to leave the country for Thailand and return home.

March 6, 2019
March 6, 2019

BNP demo for Khaleda’s release

BNP leaders and activists form a human chain in Dhaka city demanding release of their Chairperson Khaleda Zia from jail and her proper treatment.

March 5, 2019
March 5, 2019

BNP expels 8 more renegade upazila polls candidates

BNP expels eight renegade grassroots leaders for joining the upcoming upazila election fray ignoring the party's decision.

March 5, 2019
March 5, 2019

Khaleda to be taken to BSMMU: Minister tells BNP

A high-profile BNP delegation sits in a meeting with Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan to discuss party chairperson Khaleda Zia's health condition and her treatment.

March 5, 2019
March 5, 2019

US resolution calls BNP to cut Jamaat ties

A resolution has been placed at United States’ House of Representatives calling BNP to cut ties with its key ally Jamaat-e-Islami.

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