The ruling has set off widespread protests, clashes, and a nationwide shutdown, while authorities have issued strict warnings to the media and tightened security in major cities.

Under the new order, once the referendum is approved, the next parliament will hold a dual mandate, serving both as the legislature and as the Constitutional Reform Council.

If elections happen in Bangladesh next year with the Awami League’s participation, there is every possibility of a sudden surprise around the bend. One can only hope it would not be bloody.

Chinese firms have played a major role in developing Bangladesh’s power generation and transmission capacity, now totaling around 27-28 GW, says CEAB President Han Kun

Bangladesh Cricket Board launches a probe into sexual harassment allegations by cricketer Jahanara Alam against a former selector Manjurul Alam. The BCB president Aminul Islam vows zero tolerance, assuring no one is above the law.