Democracy, political will emphasised to reduce police-people gap
Eminent citizens have said that democracy and political will can reduce the gap between the police and the force must be free from politicisation鈥�
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Labourer found dead beside railway tracks
Railway police recovered the body of a man near railway tracks in Rajshahi city on Wednesday morning...
Public disapproval of police activities
IN BANGLADESH, certain law enforcement activities, though legally sanctioned, often face significant public disapproval due to their direct impact on people鈥檚 lives, livelihoods, and freedoms. Despite operating within legal frameworks, some police actions 鈥� along with mobile court operations 鈥� frequently encounter resistance, criticism, and allegations of bias or..
Five cops assaulted during drive in Feni, 3 held
Five police personnel were injured in an attack allegedly by a mob during a drive to arrest a suspected drug trader in Chhagalnaiya upazila of Feni Monday night.
Buying of 200 vehicles for police approved
A meeting of the advisory council on economic affairs on Tuesday approved a proposal from the ministry of home affairs for purchasing 200 double cabin pick-ups for the Bangladesh Police...
Cops demand independent commission
The Bangladesh Police on Tuesday proposed that the interim government form an independent commission to make decisions on the force鈥檚 activities, except administrative ones.
Public education and traffic management
THE police play a vital role in public education by fostering awareness and understanding of laws, community safety, and crime prevention. Through programmes such as school visits, community workshops, and public awareness campaigns, they educate citizens on topics ranging from road safety and drug abuse prevention to cybercrime awareness and personal...
POLICE WEEK: Capacity building to be in focus amid rising crimes聽
A four-day police week will begin today in Bangladesh with a focus on maintaining law and order and enhancing the force鈥檚 capacity as crime incidents have been on the rise across the country since the August 2024 political changeover.聽
Politics, elections, and protocol of dignitaries
THE politicisation of police and the exertion of political control over law enforcement undermine the integrity and impartiality of policing. When police forces become subject to political influence, their priorities may shift from enforcing the law equitably to serving the interests of particular political groups or individuals. This erosion of neutrality can lead to selective...
Community engagement and gender sensitivity
POLICE legitimacy, the public鈥檚 confidence in law enforcement鈥檚 authority to act in the community鈥檚 best interest, is essential for building trust, fostering cooperation, and encouraging voluntary compliance with the law. It shapes citizens鈥� willingness to report crimes, support policing efforts, and uphold societal order. Rooted in procedural justice 鈥� transparency...
Law, order threatened as 1,375 looted firearms still untraced
More than a thousand firearms looted from police stations during the August 2024 political changeover remain untraced when law enforcers are struggling to keep law and order.
Human rights, use of force, and private defence
THE police, tasked with maintaining law and order, preventing crime, and protecting citizens, their role extends beyond traditional law enforcement to safeguarding fundamental human rights. In a democratic society, the police are not only enforcers of the law but also guardians of justice and equality. Upholding human rights lies at the core of modern policing, ensuring...
Young couple killed by train while taking selfie in Uttara
A young couple lost their lives after being struck by a train while taking a selfie near a railway track in the capital鈥檚 Uttara area on Saturday evening, according to railway police.
Responsive police
THE police station, as the frontline of law enforcement, serves as the primary point of contact between citizens and the police, often being the only accessible government institution for people in distress. Officers at this level are responsible not only for enforcing laws but also for addressing the immediate needs of individuals seeking assistance, making responsive...
Victims of crime and police
VICTIMS of crime are individuals or entities who suffer harm 鈥� whether physical, emotional, psychological, financial, or social 鈥� as a direct result of criminal activities. This includes not only those directly affected but also their families and dependants, who may experience secondary victimisation. Victims can be individuals, businesses, or institutions that endure losses...
The police station: a service centre
THE police station, locally known as thana in South Asia, particularly in Bangladesh, serves as the fundamental unit of law enforcement. Rooted in the colonial administrative framework, the thana has evolved to adapt to the socio-political and...
BIDA, police assure top foreign investors of full safety, security
Bangladesh Police on Monday announced that it would offer foreign investors direct access to its dedicated emergency contact lines, enabling companies to report any incidents and receive immediate support...
Constable found dead in Rajshahi
The hanging body of a police constable was recovered from the toilet in a building of Rajshahi Police Lines on Sunday morning....
Police investigation of crime
Once a cognisable case is registered, the police initiate the criminal justice process by launching an investigation to uncover the truth. Crime investigation is a core function of law enforcement in Bangladesh, playing a crucial role in maintaining law and order and ensuring justice. This process involves gathering evidence, identifying suspects, and holding...
Vision for ideal police force
THE police play a pivotal role in any society, entrusted with safeguarding public safety, maintaining order, and upholding justice. In Bangladesh, public expectations reflect a deep yearning for fairness, security, and trust, yet these hopes are often overshadowed by systemic challenges such as political influence, corruption, inefficiency, and human rights violations...
Police constable's body found hanging in Chuadanga
A police constable reportedly died by suicide at Joynagar International Checkpost in Darshana upazila of Chuadanga district early Friday.
Police member among 3 detained with Yaba
Three people, including a police member, were detained with 7, 500 pieces of contraband Yaba tablet at Ramu in Cox鈥檚 Bazar on Tuesday night...
Worrying signs of arrogance of power
THE attack on a police constable inside the courtroom of the Pabna district and sessions judges court on April 15 by leaders and activists of local units of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party is yet another worrying sign of the arrogance of power. The police constable was beaten allegedly for stopping the BNP activists from recording a video and taking photographs inside the...
DB chief Rezaul Karim transferred to DMP HQ
Detective Branch additional commissioner of Dhaka Metropolitan Police Rezaul Karim Mallik has been transferred to the DMP Headquarters as additional commissioner...
Bangladesh Police logo set to drop boat symbol
A new logo for Bangladesh Police has been finalised, dropping the boat symbol.
4 officers withdrawn as JCD leader snatched from police
The Natore district police on Wednesday withdrew four police officials, including officer-in-charge Nazmul Haque, from the Lalpur police station over the incident of snatching a leader of Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal, the youth front of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party, from the police station by fellow leaders and activists Tuesday afternoon...
100 injured as RMG workers, police clash in Narayanganj
At least 100 people were injured in a clash between garment workers and police on the Dhaka-Sylhet highway in Bhulta of Rupganj upazila in Narayanganj on Wednesday...
Police use water cannons to disperse former BDR members鈥� gathering
At least 31 people were injured as the police used water cannons, hurled sound grenades and lobbed tear gas shells to disperse a group of sacked members of the erstwhile Bangladesh Rifles who had been demonstrating near the secretariat in Dhaka demanding reinstatement of their jobs on Monday...
ASP, two relatives assaulted near Mohammadpur police station
A trainee assistant superintendent of police and his two relatives were assaulted by a group of unidentified attackers near Mohammadpur police station in Dhaka early Friday.
Handcuffed AL leader snatched from police
A handcuffed Awami League leader was snatched away from the police after attacking a police van at Osmani Nagar in Sylhet on Tuesday...