Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)

Bangladesh’s stability depends on a timely, credible election

Parties should support Yunus’s stance on polls in February

BNP at 47: Caught between prospects and perils

The BNP has survived Sheikh Hasina’s 15-year rule, during which over a million cases were filed against its leaders and activists for trying to launch street agitations demanding elections under a non-partisan government. Thousands were jailed, including Chairperson Khaleda Zia and other top leaders.

Column by Mahfuz Anam / Political parties must support the election drive

The election in February 2026 is among the most important challenges that we are going to face.

Political extortion and thuggery must stop

Parties must show zero tolerance to crime within their ranks

Political parties must confront criminal ties

Shocking nature of some recent crimes shows how emboldened criminals have become

Challenges in building a reformed political order / Pathways to a new political order

The prospects for change are not without hope in Bangladesh.

Political violence has to stop

Parties, government must collaborate to contain it

Column by Mahfuz Anam / Editors, don't become PROs of proprietors

We must renew our pledge to journalistic ethos and commitment to democracy, freedom of expression, freedom of the press, and public service.

The purloined escape

This process of redefining the nation would require confronting the fragmented meanings that linger in the wake of Hasina’s influence.

April 12, 2025
April 12, 2025

Political violence has to stop

Parties, government must collaborate to contain it

February 28, 2025
February 28, 2025

Editors, don't become PROs of proprietors

We must renew our pledge to journalistic ethos and commitment to democracy, freedom of expression, freedom of the press, and public service.

January 24, 2025
January 24, 2025

The purloined escape

This process of redefining the nation would require confronting the fragmented meanings that linger in the wake of Hasina’s influence.

January 14, 2025
January 14, 2025

The power of silence in a bitter political rivalry

Just six months ago, the tables were completely turned. Khaleda was under house arrest, while her party was desperately appealing for her to be allowed to travel for medical care.

January 9, 2025
January 9, 2025

BNP’s show of force on Airport Road and a political culture that refuses to change

For an outside observer, it must be baffling that the BNP, having witnessed what the actions of the last 15 years did to the Awami League in three short weeks this summer, never even considered the fact that if they didn’t play fast and loose with people’s precious time like Sheikh Hasina used to, it would set a nice contrast in the minds of voters and the young generation.

December 29, 2024
December 29, 2024

Unity and consensus are key to achieving reforms

The reform vs election debate is unfortunate

December 16, 2024
December 16, 2024

Victory Day 2024: Your complete itinerary

This year, the Victory Day feels particularly significant due to this year’s powerful uprising. To commemorate this special day, here are some events to help you embrace the spirit of patriotism. 

November 9, 2024
November 9, 2024

Stop retributive violence in politics

Brutal killing of a Jubo League leader demands scrutiny

October 15, 2024
October 15, 2024

BNP must get its house in order

Persistence of unruly activities by party members is alarming

October 3, 2024
October 3, 2024

A refreshing message of political inclusivity

BNP’s support for Awami League’s democratic rights is a welcome step