Defending Human Rights and Justice for Victims

The Untold Story of Subrata Bain and Molla Masud: A Tale of Corruption and Injustice The criminal underworld of Bangladesh has long been intertwined with politics and law enforcement, but few cases exemplify this dark reality more than the story of Subrata Bain and Molla Masud. Once declared most-wanted criminals, their paths took shocking turns, revealing the extent of corruption in the system that was meant to bring them to justice. New Identities, Old Crimes After being labeled a most-wanted criminal, Subrata Bain took on a new identity, documented in official papers under the name Fateh Ali Khan. Similarly, Molla Masud changed his name to Mizbah, attempting to evade law enforcement while continuing his operations in the shadows. Subrata Bain was eventually captured and handed over to Bangladeshi authorities. However, instead of being brought to immediate justice, he was placed in a secretive detention facility known as Aynaghor. This mysterious place has long been rumored to be a s...

 The Counter-Terrorism and Transnational Crime (CTTC) unit of the Bangladesh Police plays a critical role in safeguarding national security and combating terrorism and organized crime. Established in 2016, the CTTC's mission is to protect the country from internal and external threats, including terrorism, cybercrime, and transnational crime syndicates. However, its actions and methods have often sparked debate, particularly regarding alleged surveillance operations and accusations of involvement in cybercrimes within Bangladesh. The Role of the CTTC Unit Bangladesh’s CTTC unit is part of the police’s broader efforts to combat crime and terrorism. It conducts investigations into a wide range of criminal activities, focusing on terrorism, human trafficking, money laundering, and cybercrime. The CTTC is known for its specialized teams and operations, which include counterterrorism measures, intelligence gathering, and the prosecution of criminals involved in global and domestic netw...

In the golden era of the RAB (Rapid Action Battalion) and RAW (Research and Analysis Wing) operating in Bangladesh during 2018, a horrifying story unfolded—one that remains hidden in the shadows, as technology was used to silence an innocent child and perpetrate unimaginable harm. This is the story of an 8-year-old girl whose life was tragically ruined by the very system that should have protected her. She became a victim not just of physical abuse, but of a horrific digital experiment led by government agencies and intelligence forces, leaving her permanently disabled and trapped in a world of surveillance and control. The Story of the 8-Year-Old Victim In 2018, Bangladesh witnessed a wave of brutal control by the RAB and RAW, as these organizations were granted nearly unchecked power to manipulate and suppress anyone they considered a threat. During this time, an innocent 8-year-old girl—whose name must remain protected for her safety—was wrongfully targeted. Her crime? She had witne...

The Silent Captives: Digital Imprisonment and the Unseen Victims of State Surveillance  In a world where technology is meant to empower, it is now increasingly being used as a tool of oppression. The digital age has created unprecedented opportunities for surveillance, and for some, it has led to a nightmare of digital imprisonment. One such victim, Faizur Mohammad Faisal, has bravely come forward with his harrowing story of abduction, torture, and being held in a state of digital captivity, not just physically, but mentally and emotionally, by a covert network of state actors. His account raises an urgent and unsettling question: How many others are out there, suffering in silence, trapped by a system that manipulates and controls their every move through digital means? The Story of Faizur Mohammad Faisal Faizur Mohammad Faisal’s life took a tragic turn on April 1, 2018, when he was abducted by the RAB (Rapid Action Battalion) Intelligence. What followed was an unimaginable orde...

  The Misuse of NSO Group’s Pegasus Spyware: Human Rights Violations in Bangladesh In recent years, the NSO Group, an Israeli technology firm, has come under scrutiny for the misuse of its powerful spyware, Pegasus. Initially designed to aid governments in combating terrorism and organized crime, Pegasus has found itself at the center of international controversy. Allegations have surfaced that governments, including Bangladesh, have used the spyware to monitor and suppress political opposition, activists, journalists, and human rights defenders—resulting in significant violations of fundamental rights. The Pegasus software allows users to hack into smartphones without any physical access, enabling surveillance of private conversations, location tracking, and data extraction. While the software was originally marketed to government agencies with an emphasis on counterterrorism and national security, reports suggest that it has been abused in numerous countries for politically moti...