The February 12 election marked a turning point in Bangladesh’s politics: for the first time in its history, Jamaat-e-Islami achieved its strongest electoral performance, even winning constituencies that had long been dominated by the BNP and the Awami League.

Jamaat wants opposition-entitled positions to be filled based on full implementation of July reform proposals, he says

Nayeb-e-Ameer Taher says the party undoubtedly reached a decision about the speaker

Dhaka-14 MP Mir Ahmad Bin Quasem appointed successor

Shafiqur at iftar with diplomats vows to act as 'constructive and cooperative' opposition in parliament

Party says decision will follow internal talks

'Attacks by overenthusiastic police on journalists and working people are not isolated incidents,' Shafiqur Rahman says

Golam Porwar says BNP-led govt’s move defies public expectations

Once rooted largely in rural heartlands, the party has now made visible inroads into urban constituencies, drawing support from affluent and educated voters.

Stresses need for continued efforts to promote and protect the language and culture

CEC administers oath as Constitutional Reform Council process begins; Six NCP MPs not seen

Says party will oppose threats to public interest

The Jamaat-e-Islami-led 11-Party Alliance will jointly pursue a dual strategy -- acting as an opposition in parliament and in street protests -- while seeking legal redress over alleged irregularities in the 13th parliamentary election, the coalition said yesterday.

11-party alliance alleges manipulation of vote results

Party alleges manipulation, threatens to launch movement against those responsible

Delay in announcing outcomes in certain seats raises questions, he says

Voting environment was festive, says Jamaat leader Ahsanul Mahboob

Shafiqur urges voters to guard polling centres, calls for stricter action by administration

Party describes election as unprecedented

Alleges targeted attacks before election