The BNP government has restored economic stability and made progress in several development and social welfare programmes during its first 180 days in power, according to its own assessment.

Secretariat gathering was only an exchange of views, not a formal meeting, party says

Party delegation hands the nomination paper to CEC AMM Nasir Uddin, the returning officer

Hasina’s return threat, Bangladesh’s economic pressures and shifting ties with India are narrowing the government’s room for manoeuvre

His possible move to Bangabhaban could trigger cabinet reshuffle and BNP leadership changes

The very people who had stood shoulder to shoulder in July-August 2024, responding to the call of protesting students and refusing to compromise on their demands for rights and reform, now stand divided

In Bangladesh, we love democracy, cherish it and fight for it, but we have repeatedly failed to make it durable.

BNP and Jamaat must rein in their student fronts

Shafiqur questions BNP-led govt’s legitimacy after Fakhrul's criticism, urges reform, crack down on corruption and extortion

Jamaat candidate to challenge HC verdict through leave-to-appeal petition, lawyer says

The government has handed out contractual appointments to 12 BNP leaders and activists across key entities, including the Election Commission, despite its manifesto pledge to prevent the politicisation of institutions and strengthen their independence.

District Chhatra Dal president denies any involvement of fellow activists

Party demands removal of EC official Shamsul Alam and warns the appointment could undermine confidence in local polls

BNP reported its highest annual income in at least 11 years in 2025, earning Tk 22.19 crore, according to the party’s audited financial statement submitted to the Election Commission (EC).

Tarique Rahman directs leaders to agree on single contender

The BNP has decided to instruct its grassroots leaders and activists to intensify organisational activities and begin preparations for elections to different tiers of local government.

In its first budget in two decades, the BNP government yesterday boosted allocations for education and health and significantly expanded social safety programmes, reflecting its key electoral pledges.

Assigning its reserved-seat MPs to opposition seats may undermine elected representatives

The government’s first 100 days have failed to demonstrate a clear break from past political practices, with partisan appointments, executive-heavy laws and weak institutions continuing to raise questions about its commitment to good governance and accountability, Transparency International Bangladesh said in a report released yesterday.

Before the February election, the BNP vowed to restore law and order and ensure public safety if voted to office.