National election 2026

Security measures ‘unprecedented’

Law enforcement agencies have put in place a tight security arrangement across the country for the national election and referendum today, deploying nearly 10 lakh personnel to ensure a free, fair, and uninterrupted vote.
12 February 2026, 03:23 AM

Nation votes, hope rekindled

Bangladesh has been without a competitive election for so long that almost a third of the electorate has never witnessed genuine polls in which voters elect parliamentarians of their choosing.
12 February 2026, 03:14 AM

Violence, vote manipulation allegations surface on eve of polls

BNP, Jamaat clashes erupt in Dhaka and Rajshahi
12 February 2026, 01:50 AM

Ensure free, fair, and peaceful voting

Today, the nation is voting in one of the most anticipated and consequential elections of Bangladesh’s history.
12 February 2026, 00:00 AM

Where will key leaders vote today?

Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus, advisers of the interim government, and key political figures are set to cast their franchise at their respective voting centres in Dhaka and elsewhere during the 13th National Parliamentary Election and the referendum today.
12 February 2026, 00:00 AM

Dhaka may become the bellwether again

A long-standing, unwritten equation has shaped Bangladesh’s parliamentary elections -- the party that secures a majority in the capital usually finds its path to forming the government.
12 February 2026, 00:00 AM

Anee’s aide held with Tk 15 lakh in campaign vehicle, released after responding to show-cause

Lakshmipur-3 BNP candidate Anee’s aide held with Tk 15 lakh in campaign vehicle, later released
11 February 2026, 23:20 PM

Why this election matters more than ever

Despite many uncertainties and deep misgivings that weigh heavily on our minds, the excitement of voting this time is inescapable.
11 February 2026, 23:16 PM

Tension at Narayanganj polling centre over alleged ballot tampering

BNP candidate accuses presiding officer of aiding Jamaat activists in sealing ballots; officials deny any wrongdoing
11 February 2026, 23:11 PM
11 February 2026, 21:53 PM

From Yunus to CEC and political heavyweights: Who’s voting where?

Voting will take place from 7:30am to 4:30pm tomorrow
11 February 2026, 21:04 PM

EC secretary says he was ‘misquoted’ on cash issue

'I don't have the authority, right, or power to say this,' says Akhtar Ahmed
11 February 2026, 20:51 PM

Four candidates in Dhaka-17 withdraw, back Tarique Rahaman

Urge their supporters to vote for BNP's 'sheaf of paddy'
11 February 2026, 20:39 PM
11 February 2026, 20:30 PM

Around 48 lakh mobile phone users leave Dhaka ahead of election

Bus, launch and train terminals overflow as voters head to hometowns
11 February 2026, 19:57 PM

Poll results to be announced quickly, says EC

Election Commissioner Masud says voting atmosphere ‘festive’
11 February 2026, 16:52 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

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

Checkpoints, patrols intensified in Dhaka as polls tomorrow

Capital sees thin traffic as voters head to village homes
11 February 2026, 12:26 PM

‘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