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Mohiuddin Alamgir

Bangladesh 13th parliament first session events

A fresh start for parliamentary democracy

13 March 2026, 03:42 AM
The 13th parliament yesterday held its inaugural sitting amid a heated atmosphere, as opposition MPs staged a walkout in protest against President Mohammed Shahabuddin speaking in the House.
13 March 2026, 03:42 AM
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13th National Parliamentary Election / Postal ballots swing in Jamaat’s favour

13 March 2026, 00:00 AM
Though the BNP won the February 12 national polls decisively, the main opposition Jamaat-e-Islami performed stronger in postal ballots.
13 March 2026, 00:00 AM
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Analysis / Parliament must not repeat the failures of the past

12 March 2026, 10:52 AM
After decades of boycotts and hollow debate, expectations are high for genuine lawmaking and accountability
12 March 2026, 10:52 AM
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With high hopes, 13th parliament goes into session

12 March 2026, 02:12 AM
The 13th parliament begins its journey today amid hopes that the new House will emerge as the living centre of democratic practice, alive with constructive debate, meaningful decision-making, and a strong role in holding the government accountable.
12 March 2026, 02:12 AM
parliament condolence for Khaleda Zia and July uprising martyrs

An unprecedented event for the House

12 March 2026, 00:00 AM
In a scene never witnessed before in Bangladesh’s parliamentary history, the maiden sitting of the 13th Jatiya Sangsad is likely to begin today with the speaker’s chair vacant for a brief period.
12 March 2026, 00:00 AM
Record Rejected Ballots Bangladesh Election 2026

National election: Record 16.91 lakh ballots rejected

7 March 2026, 03:28 AM
An unprecedented number of ballots was rejected in the February 12 national polls.
7 March 2026, 03:28 AM
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HISTORIC MARCH 7 / The day the nation held its breath

7 March 2026, 03:11 AM
Bangladesh bristled with anticipation, convinced that a defining moment was approaching.
7 March 2026, 03:11 AM
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Urban voters show ballot box apathy

26 February 2026, 03:12 AM
The voting rate in constituencies across the 12 city corporation areas was significantly lower than in rural areas.
26 February 2026, 03:12 AM
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Make voting a fundamental right

The Constitutional Reform Commission proposes voting to be recognised as a fundamental right, so that people can seek legal remedies if it is violated.
22 January 2025, 18:54 PM
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3 in 4 fear autocratic resurgence if politics doesn’t change

Almost 74% people warned of this resurgence if nominations continued to be sold off
18 January 2025, 03:53 AM
Minimum age for aspiring lawmakers

Reform commission reports: Proposals seek to bring youths into JS

Reform commissions on the constitution and election process have both recommended measures that increase opportunities for the youth to run for parliament and become more involved in politics, sparking both hope and criticism.
17 January 2025, 18:10 PM
secret ballot elections for political party leaders

Political parties: Elect leaders by secret ballot

Two reform commissions have proposed changing laws to ensure democracy within political parties and promote transparency and integrity in their financing, including election funding.
16 January 2025, 18:02 PM
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So, what’s a bicameral parliament?

Simply put, a two-house parliament provides for better checks and balances, through more discussions and debates.
15 January 2025, 18:17 PM
NCTB prints wrong date for Abu Sayed's death

NCTB prints wrong date for Abu Sayed's death in textbook

This apparent error has caused confusion among many.
5 January 2025, 10:48 AM
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Democracy ends where leadership begins

The Daily Star analysis of 25 political parties
4 January 2025, 18:28 PM
Maayer Daak included in school textbook

Maayer Daak finds a place in school text

Eighth grade English for Today includes chapter on Women’s Role in Uprising
3 January 2025, 06:08 AM
Badiul Alam Majumder

Proportional representation: It’s unlikely to be recommended

The Electoral Reform Commission is likely to refrain from recommending a proportional representation system, ignoring the proposal of most political parties.
2 January 2025, 18:23 PM
voter list for women reserved seats election 2026

EC to verify voter list

The Election Commission has said it will verify the information of the country’s 12.36 crore voters ahead of the next national election -- a decision the BNP terms absurd.
2 January 2025, 18:13 PM
Rappers Hannan and Shezan featured in new text books

Rappers Hannan, Shezan featured in Class 7 textbook

Hannan and Shezan, stood out as voices of defiance and etched their names into text books
2 January 2025, 18:00 PM
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Wait for textbooks gets longer

Most students did not receive new textbooks on the first day of the year mainly because of printing and shipping delays.
1 January 2025, 18:04 PM
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Wrong name of July martyr printed in textbook

The National Curriculum and Textbook Board (NCTB) has made an error in publishing the name of a July uprising martyr in one of the textbooks for fifth graders.
1 January 2025, 18:00 PM
New textbooks will say Ziaur Rahman declared independence

New textbooks will say Ziaur Rahman declared independence

The new textbooks for primary and secondary students will now state that Ziaur Rahman declared the independence of Bangladesh in 1971.
31 December 2024, 18:37 PM
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Primary, Secondary level: Major changes coming to Bangla, English textbooks

Bangla and English textbooks for primary and secondary educational institutions are set to see some major changes, including the dropping of some contents related to Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
30 December 2024, 18:00 PM
Chief Adviser's suggestion on voter age

Polls should be govt’s priority, not lowering of voting age

Emphasising the urgency of general elections, political party leaders cautioned against lowering the voting age. They argued that such a move could spark controversy and push back the polls date in the process.
29 December 2024, 18:17 PM
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Last 3 national polls: Election commissioners breached oath of office

The Electoral Reform Commission is likely to recommend an investigation into irregularities during the last three national polls held under ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina.
27 December 2024, 18:23 PM
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Awami League’s education policy to be scrapped

The interim government has decided to cancel the education policy adopted in 2010 during the Sheikh Hasina government’s tenure, describing it as “improper and unimplementable”.
18 December 2024, 18:00 PM
government action against election rigging officials

VC appointment: No uniform policy in 53 years

The appointment of vice chancellor at public universities ultimately comes down to the candidates’ political leanings, despite repeated calls for reforming the process.
13 December 2024, 18:00 PM
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Martyred Intellectuals’ Day: No list of martyred intellectuals for now

The Ministry of Liberation War Affairs has put on hold its initiative to prepare a comprehensive list of martyred intellectuals, who were brutally killed by Pakistani military forces with the help of local collaborators in 1971, creating uncertainty over the completion of such a list.
13 December 2024, 18:00 PM

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