26 injured as BNP, Jamaat activists clash in Patuakhali’s Bauphal

Altercation broke out during Jamaat campaign over vote-buying claims, locals say
8 February 2026, 21:21 PM

Canada to provide $2 million to EC ahead of Feb 12 polls

High Commissioner Ajit Singh says contribution aims at peaceful democratic transition
8 February 2026, 21:12 PM

Gono Odhikar Parishad's Kurigram-1 candidate quits race, backs Jamaat's pick

'This is both a moral and political responsibility,' says Bin Yamin Mollah
8 February 2026, 20:59 PM

Website launched to showcase election manifestos of major political parties

The site aims to help analyse promises political parties made in election manifestos in polls held since 1991
8 February 2026, 20:45 PM

Adviser Bashir accuses Daily Star of running smear campaign against him

Insists dual role as adviser and Biman chair involves no conflict of interest
8 February 2026, 20:14 PM

BNP chief warns of attempts to mislead voters using religion

Seeks support for Dhaka‑14 candidate and Maayer Daak key coordinator Sanjida Islam Tulee
8 February 2026, 20:00 PM

BNP will ensure higher education for girls up to master's: Zubaida

Pledges six-month maternity leave for garment workers
8 February 2026, 19:41 PM

Nahid would ‘definitely’ be made a minister if elected: Jamaat ameer

At a Dhaka-11 rally, Shafiqur Rahman calls on alliance activists to prevent vote tampering on Feb 12
8 February 2026, 18:41 PM

BNP won’t make unrealistic promises: Tarique Rahman

At Dhaka-15 rally, BNP chairman calls Feb 12 election a turning point for national rebuilding
8 February 2026, 18:17 PM

Zero violence impossible when disruption is incited: Press secretary

What is missing from TIB’s presentation is context, Shafiqul Alam says
8 February 2026, 17:28 PM

‘Son of the area’: Tarique Rahman appeals for Dhaka-17 votes

Addressing ECB Chattar rally, he outlines plans for security, open spaces and improved mobility
8 February 2026, 16:36 PM

Ansar member dies while on election duty in Rangamati

Suspected stroke after deployment as striking force member in Juraichhari
8 February 2026, 16:08 PM
8 February 2026, 16:05 PM

Long-distance buses to run Feb 11, services likely limited on polling day

Taxicabs, pickups, microbuses, trucks barred for 24 hours on Feb 12; motorcycles face 72-hour restriction
8 February 2026, 15:48 PM
8 February 2026, 15:36 PM

Zaima Rahman urges political parties to open pathways for women in politics

Calls for structural reforms, mentorship, and financial support
8 February 2026, 15:28 PM

Nearly one million law enforcers deployed ahead of February 12 elections

Army, police, BGB, Rab, Ansar, VDP and other forces mobilised nationwide to ensure peaceful voting
8 February 2026, 15:09 PM

TIB questions EC's role, says code violations going unchecked

Political parties and candidates flouting electoral code, it says
8 February 2026, 13:46 PM

Bangladesh elections test ties with India as China deepens outreach

The February 12 poll will be the nation's first since a student-led uprising toppled former prime minister Sheikh Hasina's autocratic regime in August 2024.
8 February 2026, 13:40 PM

Rangpur-4 hopeful Pragati Barman Toma puts farmers at heart of manifesto

With pledges on women’s dignity, she campaigns alone, going door to door
8 February 2026, 13:14 PM