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PM pledges equal rights regardless of religion or identity

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman told Hindu and Buddhist representatives that religion, race or identity should not limit citizens’ rights or opportunities. The government also approved festival support for religious welfare trusts.

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Kushtia crimes-against-humanity case moves to verdict stage

The International Crimes Tribunal-2 completed arguments in a case against Mahbub-ul Alam Hanif and three other fugitives over six deaths during the July uprising. The case is now awaiting verdict.

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Deputy speaker says accountability must precede reconciliation

At a Dhaka conference, Kayser Kamal called for independent justice and scrutiny of the current government alongside accountability for past abuses.

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Ali Riaz says institutional independence must underpin democratic reform

Political scientist Ali Riaz says elections alone cannot secure a durable democratic transition. Speaking in Dhaka, he called for independent institutions and criticised politicisation of the administration. His assessment is an attributed argument about reform, including criticism of the bureaucracy, rather than a finding adopted by Bengal Brief.

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Police escort NCP leader Patwary to safety after attack in Kushtia

Police escorted NCP chief coordinator Nasiruddin Patwary away after an attack at the Lalon Shah shrine in Kushtia on 4 October. His vehicle was vandalised. Police had not established the attackers’ identities in the reports reviewed, and Chhatra Dal’s district leadership denied organisational involvement.

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Dhaka urges Indian political intent in Hasina extradition process

State Minister Shama Obaed says India’s political intent is needed to advance Bangladesh’s request for Sheikh Hasina’s extradition. The comments follow an Indian account that legal proceedings are continuing. No return date or agreement to transfer the former prime minister was announced in the reports.

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President stresses fair elections and political space for the opposition

President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir says effective democracy requires free and fair elections and room for political opponents. He made the remarks during a meeting with a Dhaka University delegation. The comments express a governing principle rather than an announcement of new electoral legislation.

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Bangladesh and UK discuss wider trade, skills and migration ties

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and British High Commissioner Sarah Cooke discussed expanding cooperation in trade, investment, education, skills and migration. The meeting signals the areas both sides want to develop. Its published account announced no new visa entitlement, trade agreement or funding commitment.