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9th pay scale for Bangladesh government employees

Analysis / New pay scale an unequal answer to inflation

3 September 2026
Justified and equitable are two very different bars to clear and the cabinet’s approval of the ninth pay scale clears only the first.
3 September 2026
Bangladesh national pay scale history

From 1973 to 2026: Bangladesh’s nine national pay scales at a glance

1 September 2026
Minimum basic salary climbs from Tk 130 to Tk 20,000 as maximum reaches Tk 156,000
1 September 2026
Middle East conflict impact on Bangladesh

WB on middle-east war fallout: Job loss, rise in poverty feared in Bangladesh

29 August 2026
The risks are mounting, warns a mid-June World Bank assessment on the proposed Contingent Emergency Response Project, which would provide budget support to the government.
29 August 2026
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Reform missteps behind SSC result swings: experts

23 August 2026
Since the late 1980s, Bangladesh’s SSC pass rate has seen major fluctuations, reflecting not only student performance but also suggesting the influence of political realities, exam reforms, marking practices, and education policies.
23 August 2026
Mirza Fakhrul gets support from lawmakers

Fakhrul draws warmth from across aisle

21 August 2026
Bangladesh’s deeply fraught political landscape witnessed a rare moment of camaraderie in parliament yesterday as lawmakers from across the aisle gathered around president-elect Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, offering handshakes and embraces.
21 August 2026
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Commentary / The man who held BNP together through its hardest years now steps into Bangabhaban

20 August 2026
Mirza Fakhrul spent years keeping his party afloat in opposition; he now assumes an office that may become more consequential
20 August 2026
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How past presidents were elected

20 August 2026
Bangladesh is heading towards its 13th presidential election today, but the country’s history of choosing its head of state tells a story of shrinking political competition.
20 August 2026
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The day before his assassination

15 August 2026
It was like any other day. On August 14, 1975, the president’s office carried out its routine functions. Officials exchanged pleasantries, ministers held meetings, decisions were taken and instructions were given.
15 August 2026
Impact of movements in Bangladesh politics

A legacy of movements

New political parties have coincided with major landmark events. Here is a look back
28 February 2025
Bangladesh national election timeline

EC preparing to announce schedule for Dec polls

The Election Commission is making preparations to announce the election schedule and hold the polls in December this year.
23 February 2025
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A charter of reforms for next govt

The goal of the reforms should be eliminating the legal and institutional frameworks that allow one to become an autocrat, said Muhammad Yunus
15 February 2025
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Form separate body to redraw constituencies

The Electoral Reform Commission has proposed a new law in line with internationally accepted guidelines, such as maintaining impartiality and ensuring true representation, while demarcating parliamentary constituencies.
15 February 2025
BNP-Jamaat's reaction to HC decision on caretaker govt

BNP, Jamaat on collision course

The BNP and Jamaat-e-Islami now seem to be poles apart over when the local and parliamentary elections should be held and the proportional representation system in the House.
13 February 2025
Bangladesh national election timeline

EC seeks record Tk 2,794cr for next nat’l polls

The Election Commission has sought Tk 2,794 crore for conducting the 13th parliamentary election, making it the costliest poll in Bangladesh’s history.
12 February 2025
Bangladesh national election timeline

Preparing for election: EC targets Dec to get all its tasks done

There is no hard and fast decision on when the next election will be held, but the Election Commission is making preparations to hold it in December.
11 February 2025
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It contradicts spirit of constitution, uprising

Political analysts have opposed the Electoral Reform Commission’s recommendation of making a bachelor’s degree mandatory to become a member of the upper house in the proposed bicameral legislature.
7 February 2025
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Reform now at crucial stage

Poised on the cusp of discussions on its much-promised reforms, the interim government completes six months in office following a wave of turbulence.
7 February 2025
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Only wealthy have access to politics

Elections in Bangladesh are an expensive affair, with candidates spending between Tk 5-10 crore to secure nominations and for their campaigns, according to a report by the Westminster Foundation for Democracy.
1 February 2025
First phase of upazila polls

Polls may come sooner than later

As speculations swirl around the timing of the next general election, remarks from election commissioners and historical precedents suggest that the highly anticipated 13th national polls may take place this December or next January.
29 January 2025
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Election likely to be earlier than later

Scenarios point towards a December-January election
29 January 2025
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Primary education reform: Classroom size of 30 for better learning

The government committee on primary education is set to recommend a classroom size of 30 so that teachers can give extra attention to weaker students to help with their learning.
27 January 2025
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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
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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
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
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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
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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
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
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Democracy ends where leadership begins

The Daily Star analysis of 25 political parties
4 January 2025

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