3 detainees released on NCP leader鈥檚 undertaking
The Dhanmondi police released three that they detained on an undertaking by the National Citizen Party鈥檚 senior joint chief organiser Abdul Hannan Masud early Tuesday...
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Actress Nusraat Faria arrested at Dhaka airport
Immigration officials arrested actress Nusraat Faria Mazhar at the Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in the capital Dhaka on Sunday afternoon while she was going to Thailand.
Police FC upset Kings
Forward Dipok Roy scored the solitary goal in Police Football Club鈥檚 victory over defending champions Bashundhara Kings in their return leg tie of the Bangladesh Premier League at the Kings Arena in the city on Friday.聽
DMP bans gatherings around CJ residence, in 8 other areas
The Dhaka Metropolitan Police on Thursday imposed a ban on all kinds of meetings, processions and gatherings at and around nine significant places in the capital Dhaka, including the Chief Justice鈥檚 residence...
50 hurt as JnU march to Jamuna intercepted
At least 50 teachers and students of Jagannath University were injured in police action on Wednesday when the police intercepted a march towards the chief adviser鈥檚 official residence Jamuna in Dhaka demanding accommodation facilities and the completion of their proposed campus outside the city...
Police clear Shahbagh, remove barricades聽
The Dhaka Metropolitan Police on Sunday evening cleared the Shahbagh crossing by removing barricades as a group of injured victims of the July uprising continued their blockade at the crossing, after the main blockade was withdrawn.
From power-centric to citizen-centric policing
THE July uprising exposed harsh truth. One of the most painful aspects was that the police, once seen as protectors, become a symbol of repression. The realisation pushed police reforms into the national spotlight, prompting the interim government to establish the police reforms commission, one of the six set up in the early phase of the interim goverment. The recently...
Police, Abahani fire blank, Ctg Abahani relegated聽
Six-time champions Abahani Limited were held to a goalless draw by Police Football Club in their return leg match of the Bangladesh Premier League at the Mymensingh District Stadium on Saturday.
DMP bans gatherings at Jamuna, secretariat, adjacent areas again
The Dhaka Metropolitan Police on Saturday once again issued a public notice prohibiting all types of gatherings and processions at the chief adviser鈥檚 official residence, State Guest House Jamuna, and the Bangladesh Secretariat and adjacent areas.
JCD activists attack police station over seized bikes
Supporters of Bangladesh Nationalist Party鈥檚 student wing Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal allegedly attacked Naria police station of Shariatpur Thursday night after reported failure to release their undocumented motorbikes seized by the police.
Police visit Maayer Daak to arrest BNP leader missing for 12 years
A team from the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) on Thursday evening visited the office of Maayer Daak to arrest Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leader Shajedul Islam Sumon, who has been missing for over 12 years after allegedly becoming a victim of enforced disappearance.
One police official withdrawn, 2 suspended over Hamid leaving country
An additional deputy commissioner of the Immigration Police has been withdrawn for his alleged negligence in performing duty in connection with the departure of former Bangladesh president Abdul Hamid for Thailand.
ICT orders interrogation of 3 ex-top police officers
The International Crimes Tribunal on Wednesday allowed the investigators to re-interrogate three former senior police officers in connection with the killing of nine youths in a controversial anti-extremist raid at a house known as 鈥楯ahajbari鈥� in the capital鈥檚 Kalyanpur area in 2016...
Railway police arrest mugger Yasin, 3 associates
The railway police in Dhaka in a drive arrested mugger Yasin and his three associates in Dhaka on Saturday night.
Kalabagan OC, two SIs suspended
The Dhaka Metropolitan Police has suspended Kalabagan police officer-in-charge Moktaruzzaman and two other sub-inspectors over allegations of聽聽 unprofessional conduct.
Man dies after falling into lift shaft at Naogaon AL office
The police on Sunday recovered the body of a man from the lift shaft of the abandoned building housing the Naogaon district Awami League office...
Railway police arrest mugger Yasin, 3 associates
The railway police in Dhaka in a drive arrested mugger Yasin and his three associates in Dhaka on Saturday night...
Democracy, political will stressed to reduce police-people gap
Eminent citizens on Thursday said that democracy and political will would reduce the gap between the police and the people that was widened as a result of using the force against students and people during the student-led July uprising.
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�
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...
