The Dhaka Metropolitan Police has stepped up security across the capital ahead of the 77th founding anniversary of the Awami League, which remains banned from political activities. Barricades have been set up on Dhanmondi 32, while searches and checkpoints are in place at key points. Vehicles and pedestrians are being stopped and questioned.

Bangladesh has issued a nationwide security alert amid fears of unrest ahead of the founding anniversary of the now-disbanded Awami League, the party once led by former prime…

Bangladesh issues nationwide alert for potential unrest ahead of Awami League's founding anniversary amid heightened security concerns.