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Former whip ASM Firoze shown arrested in murder and attempted murder cases

Former whip ASM Firoze shown arrested in murder and attempted murder cases

The court ordered former Chief Whip of the National Parliament and former lawmaker ASM Firoze to be sent to jail after showing him arrested in two separate cases filed with Jatrabari police station. One of the cases was filed over the murder of Naim Hawladar and the other over an attempt to murder Tareq Tauqid.

Dhaka Magazine Desk 12 hours ago 72 views

Running sleeper buses without permission illegal: High Court

Running sleeper buses without permission illegal: High Court

The High Court has said that sleeper buses cannot be operated on highways without permission from the Bangladesh Road Transport Authority (BRTA). On Wednesday (September 9), a bench led by Justice K M Hafizul Alam passed the order rejecting an application filed by the bus owners' association.

13 hours ago 70 views

No jail if dues paid and compromise reached: High Court

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No jail if dues paid and compromise reached: High Court

The High Court has observed that in cheque dishonour cases, if the full amount mentioned in the cheque is paid and a compromise is reached between the complainant and the accused, there is no need to uphold the accused's imprisonment.

16 hours ago 116 views

Bidisha released on bail from jail

Bidisha released on bail from jail

Bidisha Siddique, former wife of late former president Hussain Muhammad Ershad, who was sentenced to two years in prison in a fraud case, has been released on bail from Kashimpur Women's Central Jail.

1 day ago 152 views

Sifat Abdullah's bail rejected over alleged derogatory remarks about Prime Minister

Sifat Abdullah's bail rejected over alleged derogatory remarks about Prime Minister

The court rejected the bail application of Sifat Abdullah, arrested from Gazipur on charges of making derogatory comments and spreading anti-state propaganda on social media against Prime Minister Tarique Rahman.

2 days ago 218 views

Three issued show-cause notice over cake-cutting in tribunal lock-up

Three issued show-cause notice over cake-cutting in tribunal lock-up

The tribunal administration has issued show-cause notices to three people over an incident of cake-cutting in the lock-up of the International Crimes Tribunal.

2 days ago 213 views

High Court grants bail to Bidisha, no obstacle to release

High Court grants bail to Bidisha, no obstacle to release

The High Court has granted bail to Bidisha Siddique, former wife of former president Hussain Muhammad Ershad, in a fraud case. Lawyers said there is no obstacle to her release as there are no other cases against her.

3 days ago 232 views

Order to publish newspaper notice for surrender of 30 accused including Hasina

Order to publish newspaper notice for surrender of 30 accused including Hasina

The International Crimes Tribunal-2 has ordered 30 accused, including fugitive Sheikh Hasina, to surrender in a case of crimes against humanity centering on Hefazat-e-Islam's rally at Shapla Chattar in Motijheel, Dhaka on May 5, 2013. It also ordered the publication of notices in two national dailies, one in Bengali and one in English, in this regard.

6 days ago 262 views

ACC starts inquiry against four including Asif Mahmud

ACC starts inquiry against four including Asif Mahmud

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has launched an inquiry against former adviser Asif Mahmud Sajeeb Bhuiyan and three others over allegations of irregularities and corruption through a syndicate in appointments, transfers and procurement at the Ministry of Youth and Sports.

1 week ago 308 views

Former chairman of Bianibazar Upazila Parishad Pallab arrested in Dhaka

Former chairman of Bianibazar Upazila Parishad Pallab arrested in Dhaka

Police have arrested Abul Kashem Pallab, former two-time chairman of Sylhet's Bianibazar Upazila Parishad and joint general secretary of Upazila Awami League, in Dhaka.

1 week ago 373 views

Writ challenging district-based distribution of responsibilities of ministers, state ministers and whips

Writ challenging district-based distribution of responsibilities of ministers, state ministers and whips

Eleven members of parliament from Jamaat-e-Islami have filed a writ in the High Court challenging the legality of the decision to distribute responsibilities among ministers, state ministers and whips in 64 districts.

1 week ago 332 views

Deep knowledge of law essential to be a good lawyer: Chief Prosecutor

Deep knowledge of law essential to be a good lawyer: Chief Prosecutor

Chief Prosecutor of the International Crimes Tribunal Md. Aminul Islam has said that to be a good lawyer, merely reading law books is not enough; one must have deep knowledge of case details, investigation, evidence and relevant laws.

1 week ago 434 views

AI should not be used to write court judgments: Chief Justice

AI should not be used to write court judgments: Chief Justice

Chief Justice Jubayer Rahman Chowdhury has commented that AI should not be used to write judgments in cases. He also spoke of the need to enact effective laws and policies regarding where and to what extent AI can be used.

1 week ago 400 views

Mirza Abbas acquitted in 15 corruption cases

Mirza Abbas acquitted in 15 corruption cases

In 15 cases filed on corruption charges over the sale of 18 government houses without tender, the court acquitted Mirza Abbas, a member of BNP's standing committee and political adviser to the Prime Minister (with the rank of minister).

1 week ago 402 views

Death penalty upheld for two accused in Nusrat murder case, life imprisonment for four

Death penalty upheld for two accused in Nusrat murder case, life imprisonment for four

The High Court has upheld the death sentence for two accused in the sensational Nusrat Jahan Rafi murder case in Sonagazi, Feni. At the same time, four accused were sentenced to life imprisonment and ten were acquitted.

2 weeks ago 514 views

Court dismisses petition to file case against Dr. Yunus, Asif Nazrul, 27 others

Court dismisses petition to file case against Dr. Yunus, Asif Nazrul, 27 others

The court has dismissed the petition to file a case against 27 people, including Chief Adviser of the interim government Dr. Muhammad Yunus and Law Adviser Dr. Asif Nazrul, over vandalism, looting and arson at Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's house at Dhanmondi 32.

2 weeks ago 418 views

Hadi murder investigation report postponed for 19th time

Hadi murder investigation report postponed for 19th time

The submission of the further investigation report in the Hadi murder case has been postponed for the 19th time. The court has set September 27 as the new date for submitting the report.

2 weeks ago 359 views

Bangladesh doesn't know under what status Sheikh Hasina is in India

Bangladesh doesn't know under what status Sheikh Hasina is in India

International Crimes Tribunal Chief Prosecutor Mohammad Aminul Islam said that Bangladesh does not know exactly under what status ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina is staying in India. He expressed hope that through legal efforts it will be possible to bring her back to the country.

3 weeks ago 432 views

India's courts to decide on Hasina's extradition: The Indian Express

India's courts to decide on Hasina's extradition: The Indian Express

Top Indian officials have said that the final decision on sending back ousted former prime minister Sheikh Hasina will be taken by India's courts. They also said discussions are ongoing between Dhaka and New Delhi on the matter, and that ways are being sought to move somewhat from the current tough stance on extradition.

3 weeks ago 427 views

Former MP's son Russell getting parole release to attend mother's funeral

Former MP's son Russell getting parole release to attend mother's funeral

Golam Hasnain Russell, son of former MP Makbul Hossain of Pabna-3 constituency, is being released on parole for four hours to attend his mother's funeral. He is general secretary of Bhangura Upazila Awami League, former upazila chairman and former mayor.

3 weeks ago 431 views

Writ seeking postponement of presidential election

Writ seeking postponement of presidential election

A writ petition has been filed in the Supreme Court challenging the validity of Article 70 of the Constitution and seeking postponement of the presidential election schedule.

3 weeks ago 482 views

Expelled NCP Leader Salauddin Tanvir Sent to Jail in Cyber Security Act Case

Expelled NCP Leader Salauddin Tanvir Sent to Jail in Cyber Security Act Case

Expelled leader of the National Citizen Party (NCP), Gazi Salauddin Tanvir, has been sent to jail after being produced before a court in a case filed under the Cyber Security Act.

1 month ago 578 views

Former Joint Secretary Joglul Pasha Arrested for Perjury in Khaleda Zia's Case

Former Joint Secretary Joglul Pasha Arrested for Perjury in Khaleda Zia's Case

Former Joint Secretary Syed Joglul Pasha has been arrested by Dhaka Metropolitan Detective Police (DB) on charges of preparing forged documents and giving false testimony in court in the Zia Orphanage Trust case filed against former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia .

1 month ago 530 views

No obstacle for Sarwar Alamgir to serve as MP: Appellate Division

No obstacle for Sarwar Alamgir to serve as MP: Appellate Division

The Appellate Division has removed from the list an application seeking to prohibit Chattogram-2 constituency MP Sarwar Alamgir from performing his duties. As a result, he will be able to continue serving as a member of parliament, said Attorney General Barrister Ruhul Quddus Kazal.

1 month ago 368 views

Air Force Wing Commander Saifur Rahman, accused in Elias Ali abduction-murder case, taken into custody

Air Force Wing Commander Saifur Rahman, accused in Elias Ali abduction-murder case, taken into custody

Bangladesh Air Force Wing Commander Md. Saifur Rahman has been taken into custody by the appropriate authorities of the Air Force on charges of involvement in the forced abduction and murder of former BNP lawmaker M. Elias Ali.

1 month ago 532 views

Brigadier General Miftah Uddin in army custody over Ekramul murder case allegations

Brigadier General Miftah Uddin in army custody over Ekramul murder case allegations

Lieutenant Colonel (now Brigadier General) Miftah Uddin Ahmed, the then commander of RAB-7, has been taken into army custody on allegations of involvement in the 2018 murder of Teknaf Councilor Ekramul Haque.

1 month ago 387 views

‘Seeking Justice for Eight Years, Now I Demand Fairness,’ Says Ekram’s Wife

‘Seeking Justice for Eight Years, Now I Demand Fairness,’ Says Ekram’s Wife

"Since that dark night in 2018, our lives have come to a standstill. I have spent these years in severe financial hardship and deep insecurity with my two daughters. The killers didn't just take my husband; exercising their political clout, they also forcefully grabbed our ancestral land and properties. My final plea to the tribunal is to ensure the maximum punishment for the murderers and issue necessary directives to return our land."

1 month ago 370 views

Charge sheet against Sheikh Hasina and 41 others

Shapla Chattar killings •

Charge sheet against Sheikh Hasina and 41 others

A formal charge sheet has been submitted to the International Crimes Tribunal against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and 41 others on charges of crimes against humanity in connection with the attack and killings during the 2013 Hefazat-e-Islam grand rally at Shapla Chattar in Motijheel, Dhaka.

1 month ago 376 views

Polok seeks permission to talk to family and lawyers for 3 hours daily

Polok seeks permission to talk to family and lawyers for 3 hours daily

Former Deputy Minister for Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology Zunaid Ahmed Polok has sought more time to talk with family members and lawyers in jail. He told the court that currently he gets only half an hour every 15 days to talk with family. He also requested permission to talk with lawyers specifically for at least two days every two weeks, three hours each day.

1 month ago 361 views

Complaint filed at tribunal for investigation against former presidents Sahabuddin and Abdul Hamid

Complaint filed at tribunal for investigation against former presidents Sahabuddin and Abdul Hamid

A complaint has been filed with the International Crimes Tribunal seeking an investigation into former president Md. Sahabuddin and former president Md. Abdul Hamid over crimes against humanity committed during the July mass uprising.

1 month ago 353 views