BNP standing committee member Salahuddin Ahmed yesterday said those insisting on holding a referendum on the July Charter before the upcoming national election have an ulterior motive to delay the polls.

National Citizen Party Chief Organiser (North) Sarjis Alam yesterday said the chief adviser’s responsibility extends beyond simply holding an election.

Journalists said yesterday that restoring public confidence in the electoral process will pose a major challenge for the Election Commission, given the widespread allegations of irregularities that were reported in the last three general elections.

He was arrested from Dhaka's Niketon on Sunday

National Citizen Party said if it did not get Shapla (water lily) as its electoral symbol, then it would have major political consequences and seriously impact the upcoming polls. 

BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman, in his first interview in nearly two decades, said he would return to the country soon to contest the upcoming election.

Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said former prime minister Sheikh Hasina’s presence in India is part of a “judicial legal process” that requires “engagement and consultations” between the two governments.

Discussions focus on trade, investment and humanitarian cooperation

Discussions cover politics, trade, investment, and women’s economic participation

Focus remains on implementation of July Charter, he says

Tarique says Khaleda Zia may have role in election if health permits

Detectives arrested nine leaders and activists of the Awami League and its affiliated organisations, including former lawmaker BM Mozammel Haque, during drives in different areas of Dhaka from Saturday evening to yesterday.

Claimed that many advisers have established ties with political parties and are now thinking about “safe exits”

The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) is set to begin a primary investigation into allegations of crimes against humanity against the Awami League as a political party, Chief Prosecutor Mohammad Tajul Islam said yesterday.

Parties close to consensus on July Charter implementation, BNP leader says

Asked to submit written explanation in 7 days

Announces 22-point manifesto

Most parties reaching consensus on ensuring legal basis through referendum, says Sarwar Tusher

Family dismisses rumours of his death

Assistant secretary general says all parties, including BNP, agree on holding referendum