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Bangladesh jails former chief justice Khairul Haque for murder during anti-Hasina protests
Former Chief Justice of Bangladesh ABM Khairul Haque was jailed in connection with a murder case that occurred during the July uprising that toppled the Sheikh Hasina government. Haque did not have a defence lawyer during the trial read more Former Chief Justice of Bangladesh ABM Khairul Haque jailed after being named in murder case linked to last year's uprising against Hasina. X A Dhaka court on Thursday ordered the imprisonment of former Chief Justice of Bangladesh ABM Khairul Haque in connection with a murder case that happened during the anti-government protests in July last year. The case involves a teenager named Abdul Kaiyum Ahad, who was shot dead during the July uprising, which eventually toppled the government of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. According to Bangladeshi news outlet The Dhaka Tribune, the order of imprisonment was issued by Dhaka's Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Md Sanaullah following a hearing held on Thursday night. Earlier that evening at 7:45 pm (local time), Jatrabari police station Inspector Khaled Hasan, who is investigating the case, brought Khairul to court. The authorities submitted the petition for the detention of the former Bangladeshi chief justice. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Khairul was eventually presented before the court under tight police control at approximately 8:15 pm (local time). The prosecution alleged that Abdul Kaiyum, son of plaintiff Md Alauddin, was shot in the face and chest by the accused during a protest and collapsed near the Kajla police box. They noted that several other protesters were also killed in the incident. What are the accusations against the ex-Bangladeshi Chief Justice? The prosecution went on to claim that Khairul, during his tenure as Chief Justice from May 1, 2011, committed a criminal breach of trust and acts of sedition by misusing his judicial authority. The 81-year-old was also accused of delivering forged and fraudulent verdicts. The petition also mentioned that multiple cases against him remain pending in various police stations across the country. The prosecution also cited concerns that Khairul might use his past influence to disrupt the ongoing investigation and requested that he be held in custody until the trial is complete. While the court granted the plea, what was concerning was the fact that no defence lawyer was present at the hearing to represent Khairul. Meanwhile, news of his trial also triggered demonstrations outside the courtroom. Several pro-BNP lawyers and citizens gathered at the premises, chanting slogans and expressing anger toward the former top judge. The former chief justice was arrested by the Detective Branch (DB) of Dhaka Metropolitan Police from his Dhanmondi residence on Thursday afternoon, The Dhaka Tribune reported. As per the court document, Abdul Kaiyum Ahad was fatally shot on July 18, 2024, during the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement in front of the Kajla police box in Jatrabari. He was allegedly shot dead by Abul Hasan, officer-in-charge of Jatrabari police station, who fired multiple shots into both of the boy's legs, causing his death on the spot. It is pertinent to note that ABM Khairul Haque served as the 19th Chief Justice of Bangladesh, assuming the role back in 2010. He retired the following year, having reached the mandatory retirement age of 67. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Interestingly, it was Khairul who delivered the landmark verdict of abolishing the caretaker government system. While serving the High Court Division, Khairul also ruled over the assassination case of Bangabandhu Mujibur Rehman and the case concerning the Fifth Amendment to the Constitution.
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Business Standard
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Standard
Bangladeshi actor who played Sheikh Hasina in Mujib biopic arrested
Bangladeshi actor Nusraat Faria, known for portraying former prime minister Sheikh Hasina in the biopic Mujib: The Making of a Nation, was arrested at Dhaka's Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport on May 18 while attempting to board a flight to Thailand. She was taken into custody in connection with an attempted murder case stemming from last year's nationwide protests that led to the resignation and exile of Sheikh Hasina. The 31-year-old actor was detained at the immigration checkpoint, with local media citing officials who confirmed the arrest was made following a court-approved warrant. Charges linked to 2024 anti-discrimination student movement Faria is one of 17 actors named in a case filed at Vatara Police Station during the 'Anti-Discrimination Student Movement', which erupted in July 2024 and culminated in Hasina's exit from Bangladesh. The case accuses her of attempted murder, as well as financing counter-efforts aligned with the ruling Awami League and allegedly supporting a violent crackdown on demonstrators. The Dhaka Tribune reported that the charges involve the alleged attempted murder of a student in Dhaka's Vatara area at the height of the protests. From media personality to controversial political figure Nusraat Faria began her career as a radio jockey and television presenter before transitioning into acting and modeling. She made her film debut in 2015 with Aashiqui: True Love, a Bangladesh-India joint production, and gained popularity with subsequent hits like Hero 420 and ' Boss 2: Back to Rule. However, it was her role as Sheikh Hasina in Mujib: The Making of a Nation that cemented her national fame. The film, released in 2023 and directed by Indian filmmaker Shyam Benegal, was a biographical portrayal of Bangladesh's founding father Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. Co-produced by the governments of India and Bangladesh, the movie drew both acclaim and criticism amid political tensions that later saw Hasina ousted from office.
Time of India
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Who is Nusraat Faria? Bangladeshi actress known for playing Sheikh Hasina in Shyam Benegal's ‘Mujib: The Making of a Nation,' arrested in attempted murder case
Bangladeshi actress Nusraat Faria , best known for playing in the biographical film ' Mujib: The Making of a Nation ', has landed in serious trouble. As per reports, the 31-year-old was arrested on Sunday at Dhaka's Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, just as she was about to board a flight to Thailand. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The reason? An arrest warrant had been issued against her in connection with an attempted murder case . This shocking turn of events has left fans stunned and raised many questions about the case, her past, and what this means for her future. Caught at the airport On Sunday, immigration police at the Dhaka airport stopped Nusraat Faria before she could leave the country. Authorities had already issued an arrest warrant for her after linking her to a violent case from 2024. As reported by the Economic Times, inspector Sujan Haque of Vatara Police Station confirmed the arrest. 'The Immigration Police had coordinated the operation after spotting her at the airport,' he said. After being detained, she was first taken to the Vatara police station. Later, she was moved to the Detective Branch (DB) office of Dhaka Metropolitan Police for further questioning. What is the case about? The arrest is tied to a disturbing incident that happened during the anti-government protests in July 2024. Faria is one of 17 people named in the case, which involves the attempted murder of a student in the Vatara area of Dhaka. These protests were part of the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement, a powerful youth-led demonstration that turned violent. The movement sparked political tension across the country and eventually led to the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, the very person Faria portrayed on screen. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The details of Faria's exact involvement remain unclear, but her name appearing among the accused. Nusraat Faria's works Before stepping into the world of acting, Nusraat Faria started out as a radio jockey and television presenter. Her charisma and charm soon made her a household name. She made her big screen debut in 2015 with the romantic drama 'Aashiqui', which turned out to be a hit. She followed up with a string of popular films including 'Hero 420' (2016), 'Badsha – The Don' (2016), 'Premi O Premi' (2017), and 'Boss 2: Back to Rule' (2017). These films helped her build a solid fan base in both Bangladeshi and Indian Bengali cinema. In 2021, Faria also achieved a personal milestone by completing her bachelor's degree in law from the University of London — proof that she's not just a pretty face, but a woman of many talents. Stepping into Sheikh Hasina's shoes One of the biggest moments in Faria's acting career came in 2023 when she took on the role of Sheikh Hasina in the film 'Mujib: The Making of a Nation'. Directed by the late Indian filmmaker , the movie was a major collaboration between Bangladesh and India. It focused on the life of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the founding father of Bangladesh. While actor Arifin Shuvoo played Mujib, it was Faria's portrayal of his daughter Hasina that drew attention. The role was a turning point in her career, giving her a chance to show her acting depth and range. EXCLUSIVE | Rajkummar Rao & Wamiqa Gabbi On Bhool Chuk Maaf, Stree 2 Pressure & Gen Z Love Woes
Al Bawaba
11-02-2025
- Politics
- Al Bawaba
Bangladesh might hold general election by end of 2025
DHAKA, Bangladesh Bangladesh's transitional government is working to arrange the next general election by December this year, the head of a major political party said Monday. A delegation from the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) led by its secretary general, Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, met in the capital Dhaka with the head of the interim government, Muhammad Yunus, expressing the consensus among political parties for holding the polls as early as possible. 'The transitional government has assured us of arranging the election very soon. The chief adviser (Yunus) and others present at the meeting (from the government side) said they are working to hold the election by December this year,' Alamgir told reporters after the meeting. He said he believes that a roadmap will be presented by the government soon. 'What we have been saying repeatedly is that this government is a transitional government, so we have once again urged them to hold early elections," Alamgir said, adding they spoke about holding early polls after completing minimum reforms. But the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement, which led the uprising that ended the 15-year-rule of Sheikh Hasina, the country's longest-serving prime minister, in August last year, has insisted on the implementation of major reforms, saying Hasina's rule completely 'politicized' them and reforms are necessary for closing the path for the emergence of a possible fascist regime in the future. The Yunus-led government has formed six separate commissions to carry out reforms in six sectors, including the constitution, the electoral system, the judiciary, the anti-corruption system, public administration and police administration. The commissions have already submitted reports with recommendations. Law Advisor Asif Nazrul said Saturday that they would hold meetings with political parties this month to reach a national consensus on the recommendations of the six commissions. The BNP also demanded at the meeting that the government take stern action against those in the administration who were 'friends of the fascist regime' and who looted the country's resources. They also demanded the return of laundered money. Yunus recently said that some $17 billion alone was taken out of the country's banking system by oligarchs close to the dictatorship and $16 billion was siphoned off annually during the 15 years of Hasina's rule. The party also raised the demand for the withdrawal of false cases filed against political leaders and activists in the past 15 years, claiming that the Hasina-led government filed around six million cases that were politically motivated. However, Hasina, who has been in exile in India since the fall of her government, has repeatedly denied the allegations.
