interim government

We will hand over power to people thru free, fair polls

The interim government is working hard to hold a free, fair, and transparent election in February next year so that power is handed over to the people, Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus has said.

Symbolism isn’t enough: What Bangladesh can and must do now

One of the biggest failures, several observers agreed, was the IG’s inability to deliver a clear, timely, and actionable agenda.

Democratising the economy for all

What the economy needs more than emergency repair is democratisation.

Where are the jobs, where is the justice?

The powerful waves of the July uprising swept through Bangladesh, igniting hopes for a better future and demanding justice, employment, and dignity for the masses.

Fascist forces waiting on govt slip-up

Any wrong decision by the government could allow fascist forces to be rehabilitated into politics and put the country’s democratic journey at serious risk, said BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman.

Sohag's murder was not an anomaly, it was a warning

The way the interim government is handling law and order raises serious concerns.

Challenging the Fifteenth Amendment through legal doctrine

As with questions of constitutionality and legitimacy, the tenure of the current government has sparked ongoing debate

Why reforming the NHRC as per the Paris Principles matters

NHRC staff now see a light of hope to make the organisation stronger and credible at home and abroad.

BNP to avoid showdown with govt for now

The BNP has decided not to confront the interim government immediately over the national election roadmap, choosing instead to observe how the situation unfolds in the coming days.

May 21, 2025
May 21, 2025

The price of unchecked protest politics

Under the guise of “mob justice,” various groups, including students, have taken the law into their own hands.

May 20, 2025
May 20, 2025

Rizvi accuses interim govt of stalling election

Rizvi also alleged that authorities were using "muscle power" to prevent Ishraque from being Mayor

May 19, 2025
May 19, 2025

Anu Muhammad questions interim govt sincerity

Hints at foreign corporate grip

May 13, 2025
May 13, 2025

Has the reform drive lost its way?

The interim government need not be too apologetic for its record, but it would be a shame not to make the best of the opportunity history has bestowed it.

March 19, 2025
March 19, 2025

Country's democratic transition may suffer if doubt arise over govt's impartiality: Tarique

BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman said today that if the impartiality of the interim government comes into question and public trust in its activities is shaken, the path to democracy could face serious obstacles

March 18, 2025
March 18, 2025

Interim govt overstepping elected govt’s role

BNP standing committee member Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury yesterday questioned why the interim government’s structure and activities were expanding further.

March 2, 2025
March 2, 2025

Yunus keeps the flickering flame of hope alive

The interview was not about dissecting Bangladesh’s political culture. It was about sending a message—Bangladesh is breaking free from its past.

February 20, 2025
February 20, 2025

‘Govt may not be sincere in holding polls’

The BNP has expressed doubts about the interim government’s sincerity in holding the next national election.

February 17, 2025
February 17, 2025

What the media opinion survey tells us

Bangladesh's 1st media opinion survey: 45K families polled on trust & independence.

February 16, 2025
February 16, 2025

National unity alone can ensure stability and desired reforms

The previous government left the country’s economy and governance system in a fragile state.