This is not merely an election. It is a referendum on whether Bangladesh can govern itself without a strongman or a coup.

Photos not allowed inside secret voting booths, he says

Patwary claims involvement of Mirza Abbas; BNP leader dismisses claims

‘We will sit in the passenger seats,’ Shafiqur Rahman says in televised address

Decision undermines transparency, voter confidence, and media freedom, it says

Shafiqur Rahman alleges weapons stockpiling and plans to seize polling centres

Jatiya Party contender asks HC to halt the NCP leader’s candidacy

Thousands join processions as parties wrap up canvassing before February 12 vote

Says BNP can transform fate of Bangladesh

Decision draws criticism over election transparency and monitoring

Emergency and special services exempted from restrictions

A study by Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) found widespread violations of the electoral code of conduct and a lack of strong action by the authorities to ensure a level playing field for the February 12 elections.

BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman yesterday urged people to be vigilant about protecting their voting rights from “a group that is using religion to mislead the public and carry out plans to manipulate the electoral process”.

When major political parties highlighted health issues prominently in their election manifestos, many of their plans lacked clarity in terms of implementation, with some pledges appearing highly ambitious, experts said.

Seeks support for Dhaka‑14 candidate and Maayer Daak key coordinator Sanjida Islam Tulee

Daily p2p MFS transactions capped at Tk 10,000 till Feb 12

At Dhaka-15 rally, BNP chairman calls Feb 12 election a turning point for national rebuilding

The uncommon pledge by six rivals draws praise locally

Army, police, BGB, Rab, Ansar, VDP and other forces mobilised nationwide to ensure peaceful voting

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.