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Foreign ministry says it can publish full text of letter with Jamaat ameer’s consent
11 March 2026, 22:07 PM
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National Election 2026
Women receive relief as govt launches ‘Family Card’ allowance
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Follow, share, comment, get scammed: Deepfakes push fake ‘Family Card’ offers on Facebook
10 March 2026, 20:39 PM
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Basir Jamal appointed Bangladesh Journalists’ Welfare Trust MD
10 March 2026, 20:16 PM
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Suspected 'Dayal Bahini' member arrested in Sundarbans drive
10 March 2026, 19:36 PM
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RU suspends associate professor over harassment allegations
The university authorities, however, did not specify any timeframe for completing the investigation
11 February 2026, 16:02 PM
Army seizes Tk 10.48 lakh from microbus in Chattogram-14
Police say money may be linked to independent candidate
11 February 2026, 15:34 PM
Teesta plan dominates campaigns in river basin seats
Candidates from nearly all political parties have pledged to implement the plan in their election manifestos
11 February 2026, 15:03 PM
Tk 74 lakh seized from Thakurgaon Jamaat ameer at Saidpur airport
Police to interrogate him over source of funds on eve of national polls
11 February 2026, 13:25 PM
EC begins nationwide distribution of election materials
The Election Commission today began distributing election materials, including ballot boxes, to the polling centres across the country ahead of the 13th national election and referendum, scheduled for tomorrow.
11 February 2026, 13:00 PM
How will the weather be on election day?
Mostly dry conditions forecast nationwide, with mild winter in the north and warmer temperatures in Dhaka and Chattogram
11 February 2026, 12:47 PM
Election fever - what does the atmosphere say?
Bangladesh Election updates
11 February 2026, 12:41 PM
Feb 12 election: What you need to know before voting
As Bangladesh goes to the polls tomorrow for the 13th parliamentary election and referendum, here is a comprehensive guide for voters
11 February 2026, 12:41 PM
Breakdown of the Referendum—What am I saying yes to
Star explainer on referendum
11 February 2026, 12:39 PM
Election Commission assures free, fair polls tomorrow
Preparations followed a coordinated and multi-dimensional approach, says CEC
11 February 2026, 12:30 PM
Checkpoints, patrols intensified in Dhaka as polls tomorrow
Capital sees thin traffic as voters head to village homes
11 February 2026, 12:26 PM
Election Bulletin
The Daily Star live bulletin on election situation, law and order situation, and asset declarations of advisers.
11 February 2026, 12:10 PM
Long walks, overnight stays mark voting in remote Rangamati
In many areas, voters have to walk four to five hours to reach a polling station, which discourages participation
11 February 2026, 10:25 AM
‘Huge’ challenges ahead, Tarique Rahman tells AFP
'We expect that we will have a clear mandate from the people -- a big mandate,' he said
11 February 2026, 10:20 AM
BNP unveils plan to monitor polling centres
The BNP has issued detailed instructions to its grassroots leaders and activists to boost turnout and prevent irregularities and voter intimidation at polling centres across the country on election day.
11 February 2026, 03:14 AM
Tarique, Shafiqur review poll prep
Two days before the February 12 polls, BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman and Jamaat‑e‑Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman separately reviewed their parties’ election preparations around the country yesterday, party sources said.
11 February 2026, 03:11 AM
BNP eyes higher turnout, stronger oversight
The BNP has issued detailed instructions to its grassroots leaders and activists to boost turnout and prevent irregularities and voter intimidation at polling centres across the country on election day.
11 February 2026, 02:58 AM
Nation at fever pitch ahead of historic election
All eyes are fixed on tomorrow’s parliamentary polls as the Election Commission and law enforcement agencies enter the final stretch of preparations to ensure a smooth exercise of franchise.
11 February 2026, 02:51 AM
People head home with ballots on their minds
It feels almost like Eid again -- the familiar rush of people heading home. But this time, the journey carries a different spirit: people are setting out to exercise their right to vote.
11 February 2026, 02:41 AM
With Tarique in race, all eyes on Dhaka-17
Kona and Jannat were strolling through the Banani DNCC Market when they suddenly found themselves amid an election campaign procession.
11 February 2026, 00:00 AM