Freedom is something chased by many yet fully grasped by surprisingly few. In Bangladesh, where the echoes of the Liberation War still pulsate strongly in the hearts of its people, freedom takes on various forms and meanings depending on whom you ask.

A noble quality that enables you to live life with purpose and tenacity is strong character. However, some people might mistake your self-assurance for arrogance, particularly if they are not used to seeing people with your level of commitment. The following list of 15 traits that some might mistake for arrogance but actually indicate strong character.

Ansar al-Islam, a suspected militant group, claims the responsibility for the murder of secular activist Nazimuddin Samad, says SITE Intelligence Group.

The Election Commission would not take responsibility for the violence over union parishad polls, an EC commissioner said yesterday.

The police department will not take responsibility of any personal crime committed by policemen, Inspector General of Police (IGP) AKM Shahidul Hoque.

A BNP-backed platform of eminent citizens hold the government responsible for the killing of Jagriti Prokashany owner Faisal Arefin Dipan.