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Bangladesh Election: Rise of Islamists and Threat to Democracy
Jamaat-e-Islami's stunning leap from 18 seats to 68 in a single election is more than an electoral upset. It is a structural warning that...
Opinion
BNP’s Landslide Victory: A Cause for Concern?
Tarique Rahman leads BNP to a two-thirds majority in the first election since the 2024 uprising, while the exclusion of Awami League fuels global debates on inclusivity.
Opinion
Bangladesh’s Election at a Turning Point: Democracy, Secularism and Rights Under Threat
Democracy is not just about holding elections. It is about holding elections that honor the will of the people, protect their rights, and reflect...
Editorial
When Custody Becomes a Death Sentence
The death of elderly former minister Ramesh Chandra Sen in custody raises urgent questions about inhumane arrests, prison healthcare, and whether justice can exist without dignity.
Opinion
Jamaat and Other Islamist Political Parties’ Views on Women the Path to Sharia Law and a Taliban State
The interview was brief, but the message was unmistakable. When journalist Srinivasan Jain asked the Ameer of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami whether a woman could ever...
