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Jatrabari Police Station
Jatrabari Police Station is a police precinct under the jurisdiction of the Dhaka Metropolitan Police located in the southern part of Dhaka, Bangladesh. It serves the densely populated areas around Jatrabari and is responsible for maintaining law and order, crime prevention, and traffic management within its territory. The station was heavily damaged in attacks following the fall of the Sheikh Hasina led Awami League government. History Jatrabari Police Station was established as part of the expansion of Dhaka Metropolitan Police to ensure better law enforcement coverage in the southern parts of the city. The station was established 2007 following a proposal of State Minister for Home Affairs Lutfozzaman Babar of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party government to split the Demra Police Station in two. 2024 protests and attack on the station On 5 August 2024, Jatrabari Police Station was the epicentre of a violent confrontation between law enforcement and anti-government protesters ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dhaka Metropolitan Police
The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (; abbreviated as DMP) is the unit of Bangladesh Police responsible for law enforcement in the metropolis of Dhaka, the national capital and most populous city in Bangladesh. The DMP is the largest police force unit in Bangladesh. At present, the DMP commissioner is Sheikh Md. Sajjad Ali. History During a major reorganization and expansion of Bangladesh's national police forces, the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) was established on 1 February 1976 to maintain law and order in the country's capital and largest city. It initially had 6,000 personnel in 12 police stations. With the rapid population growth of the city, the need of an expanded and better equipped police increased. The government planned a major expansion of police. Consequently, the establishment of 50 police stations has been completed. The number of personnel has been expanded, with newer ranks and officer corps. During the tenure of Asaduzzaman Mia as DMP Commissioner, general diar ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Md Tazul Islam
Mohammad Tazul Islam (born 30 June 1955) is a Bangladesh Awami League politician and a former member of Jatiya Sangsad representing the Comilla-9 constituency. In January 2024, he is a former Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, succeeding the 2019 election where he held the same position. Early life Tazul Islam was born on 30 June 1955 in the village of Pomgaon in Laksam, Comilla District, East Bengal (now under Monoharganj Upazila, Bangladesh). He was the eldest of the three sons and four daughters of Zulfiqar Ali and Anwara Begum. Islam studied at the Pomgaon Government Primary School and Pomgaon High School. He then went onto study at the Nawab Faizunnesa Government College, before enrolling at the University of Chittagong where he earned his BA. Islam obtained an MBA in marketing from Southern University, Bangladesh and an MBA in finance from the International Business School of Scandinavia, respectively. Career Islam was elected from Comilla-9 Comilla-9 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Law Enforcement In Bangladesh
Law enforcement in Bangladesh is one part of the Justice System in Bangladesh along with Prisons and Courts. Types of Law enforcement agencies Bangladesh Police During the Mughal rule of the Bengal Subah there was a policing administration responsible for public safety. The British developed a structured police administration based on Police Reform of 1782. Following the Indian Mutiny in 1857, the British reformed the colonial police force through the Police Report of 1860 to make it a more effective force. The current Bangladesh Police is based on the British colonial police administration. The head of Bangladesh Police is the Inspector General of Police. Then under the Inspector General of Police is the Deputy Inspector Generals of Police, they are responsible for six civil range and one additional range responsible for Bangladesh Railway. Then under them are the Additional Inspector General of Police, who are the Commissioners of Metropolitan Police, chief of the Criminal Inv ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Buildings And Structures In Dhaka
A building or edifice is an enclosed structure with a roof, walls and windows, usually standing permanently in one place, such as a house or factory. Buildings come in a variety of sizes, shapes, and functions, and have been adapted throughout history for numerous factors, from building materials available, to weather conditions, land prices, ground conditions, specific uses, prestige, and aesthetic reasons. To better understand the concept, see ''Nonbuilding structure'' for contrast. Buildings serve several societal needs – occupancy, primarily as shelter from weather, security, living space, privacy, to store belongings, and to comfortably live and work. A building as a shelter represents a physical separation of the human habitat (a place of comfort and safety) from the ''outside'' (a place that may be harsh and harmful at times). buildings have been objects or canvasses of much artistic expression. In recent years, interest in sustainable planning and building pract ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Attacks On Police Stations In Bangladesh
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Attack On Enayetpur Police Station
The attack on Enayetpur police station occurred on 4 August 2024, during the non-cooperation movement in Sirajganj District, Bangladesh. Fifteen police officers were killed in the assault many of whom were trying to surrender or hiding in neighboring homes. The escalating violence saw Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resign and flee Bangladesh on 5 August. Background The attack occurred during a period of civil unrest and political turmoil in Bangladesh. A non-cooperation movement was underway against the Sheikh Hasina led Awami League government, resulting in widespread confrontations between law enforcement and protesters nationwide. Reports indicated that 26 police stations were targeted in coordinated assaults. The attack on Enayetpur police station was part of a broader wave of assaults on law enforcement. The police headquarters reported that other police stations targeted included: *Jatrabari and Khilgaon police stations in Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) jurisdiction *Gorai highw ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bangladesh Police
The Bangladesh Police () is the national law enforcement agency of Bangladesh, operating under the Ministry of Home Affairs (Bangladesh), Ministry of Home Affairs. It plays a crucial role in maintaining peace, and enforcement of law and order within Bangladesh. Though the police are primarily concerned with the maintenance of law and order and security of persons and property of individuals, they also play a big role in the criminal justice system. Bangladesh Police played an important role during the Liberation War of Bangladesh, 1971 war. History Medieval period Details of policing activities, during the middle age are challenging to find. However, during the periods of the Bengal Sultanate, an official holding the position of Muhtasib used to perform the duties of policing. This person was the chief of police, in charge of public works, and the inspector of public ethics simultaneously. In urban areas, Kotwals were responsible for performing police duties. The policing syst ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shakil Ahmed (journalist)
Shakil Ahmed is a Bangladeshi journalist and former head of news at Ekattor TV, a private television channel in Bangladesh. Ahmed is currently in jail on charges of abetting genocide, crimes against humanity, and murder during the student protests. Personal LIfe Shakil Ahmed is married to Farzana Rupa, who is also a journalist. The couple has worked together in the media industry and were both previously associated with Ekattor TV. Controversy In November 2021, Ahmed was accused of personal misconduct. On November 4, a former news presenter of Deepto TV filed a case against him under the Women and Children Repression Prevention Act at Gulshan Police Station. In August 2024, Ahmed and his wife, journalist Farzana Rupa, were arrested at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in connection with a case concerning the death of a garment worker Rubel, during student-led protests in Bangladesh. On August 26, they were placed on a five-day remand in relation to a case filed at Ada ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Farzana Rupa
Farzana Rupa is a Bangladeshi journalist and former principal correspondent of Ekattor TV. On August 21, 2024, she was detained at Dhaka Shahjalal International Airport in connection with a murder case filed at Uttara East Police Station. On March 5, 2025, during a court appearance, she stated, "I am a journalist. One murder case is enough to hang me," and expressed the desire to represent herself for bail, citing a lack of legal representation. Her detention sparked concern from organizations including the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ), Reporters Without Borders (RSF), Bangladeshi Journalists in International Media (BJIM), and The Editors' Council. Career Rupa was awarded the Anannya Top Ten Awards, Ananya Top Ten in 2013. In August 2014, Rupa hosted a debate between Shamim Osman and Selina Hayat Ivy following the Seven Murders of the Narayanganj which turned contentious and clips of show went viral afterwards. In April 2015, Rupa received threats over her coverage of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mohammad Solaiman Salim
Mohammad Solaiman Salim (born 31 March 1989) is a Bangladesh Awami League politician and a former Jatiya Sangsad The Jatiya Sangsad (), often simply referred to as Sangsad and also known as is the unicameral Legislature, legislative body of Bangladesh. The current parliament of Bangladesh contains 350 seats, including 50 seats reserved exclusively for w ... member representing the Dhaka-7 constituency. He is a son of the former member Haji Mohammad Salim from the same constituency. In November 2024, Salim was arrested from Gulshan after the fall of the Sheikh Hasina led Awami League government. References Living people 1989 births Awami League politicians 12th Jatiya Sangsad members Place of birth missing (living people) Politicians from Dhaka {{Dhaka-AL-politician-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Atiqul Islam
Atiqul Islam (; born 1 July 1961) is a Bangladeshi politician, businessman and the former Mayor of North Dhaka. He was elected in the position in the by-election held on 28 February 2019 and took oath on 7 March. Earlier, he served as the President of Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) during 2013–14. Early life Atiqul Islam was born on 1 July 1961 at Saidpur of Nilphamari district to Momtajuddin Ahmed and Majeda Khatun. His hometown is at Daudkandi Upazila (currently Titas Upazila) of Comilla and at the time of his birth, his father was posted at Saidpur. He is the youngest among his 11 siblings. He completed his secondary and higher secondary education from BAF Shaheen College Dhaka. Career Atiqul Islam and his elder brother Shafiqul started a business in the garment sector of Bangladesh by establishing ''Islam Garments'' in 1985. He served as the President of ''Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA)'' for the year ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kamal Ahmed Majumder
Kamal Ahmed Majumder (born 3 March 1950) is a Bangladesh Awami League politician and a former Jatiya Sangsad member representing the Dhaka-15 since its inception in 2009 until 2024. He served as a State Minister of Industries during 2019–2024 at the fourth Hasina ministry. Early life Majumder graduated with a B.A. degree. Career Majumder contested the controversial by-election in Mirpur on 3 February 1993. He lost the election to Bangladesh Nationalist Party candidate Sayed Muhammad Mohsin. He was arrested in August 2002 by Bangladesh Police during the Bangladesh Nationalist Party government. Amnesty International feared that he would be tortured in custody. Majumder was elected to Parliament in the 2008 Bangladeshi general election, beating Bangladesh Nationalist Party candidate Muhammad Hamidullah Khan. On 22 October 2013 his car was attacked with Molotov cocktails outside Mohona TV. He was elected to Parliament in the General Election 2014 as a candidate of Bangladesh A ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
