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Law-and-order situation satisfactory ahead of Feb-12 polls: EC

The Election Commission on Tuesday expressed satisfaction over the prevailing law and order situation as the country prepares to hold the referendum and election simultaneously on Thursday, Election Commissioner Abul Fazal Md Sanaullah said.“The Election Commission is satisfied with the law an...

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FSCD records over 27,000 fire incidents in 2025

Bangladesh saw 27,059 fire incidents in 2025, averaging 75 fires per day,according to a report from the Fire Service and Civil Defence (FSCD).FSCD headquarters issued a stateemtn over the report on Tuesday.The fire incidents left 85 people dead and 267 injured, it said.Electrical short circuits, bur...

National,Corruption

Bangladesh slips further in global corruption index

Bangladesh has slipped in the global Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2025, scoring 24 out of 100 and ranking 13th from the bottom worldwide, showing a decline from last year.Although the country’s score increased by one point its position weakened in both global and regional rankings.Dr. If...

National,Politics,Jatiya Sangsad,Election

Vote-buying proves Jamaat’s political bankruptcy, code violation: Mahdi Amin

BNP Central Election Steering Committee Spokesperson Mahdi Amin on Tuesday alleged that Jamaat-e-Islami’s attempts to buy votes reflect its political bankruptcy and a clear violation of the election code of conduct.“It is deeply disturbing that attempts to buy votes with money are taking...

National,Corruption

Money laundering trails identified, recovery still challenging: Dr Salehuddin

Finance Adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed on Tuesday said the government has made substantial progress in identifying individuals and destinations involved in money laundering, though recovering the funds remains a complex and lengthy process.“Identifying money laundering is difficult, but you are a...

National,Politics

Dr Salehuddin sees no legal trouble after leaving office

Finance Adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed on Tuesday said he does not expect any legal problems after leaving office, as he acted within the law and exercised limited discretionary power.“I do not see such a situation from my side. As Finance Adviser, I did not use any extraordinary discretionary po...

National,Politics

Adviser Salehuddin rates own performance at around 70 out of 100

Finance Adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed on Tuesday rated his own performance at ‘around 70 out of 100’, acknowledging that while significant initiatives were undertaken during his tenure, several key reforms remained unfinished due to structural and policy limitations.“I would give mys...

National,Economy ,Jobs

Revitalising trade, job creation top challenges for next govt: Dr Salehuddin

Finance Adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed on Tuesday outlined the key economic challenges the next government will face, stressing the need for revitalising trade and industry, generating employment and strengthening financial sector institutions.“If business does not expand, employment will not com...

National,Business & Commerce,Economy ,Diplomachy,VAT, TAX, Revenue

US tariff: Bangladesh must keep focus on domestic economic reforms, says Lutfey

Chief Adviser’s Special Envoy on International Affairs Lutfey Siddiqi has credited exemplary teamwork and hard work for the achievement on trade front, noting that Bangladesh is now no worse off than any of its competitors as far as the US tariffs are concerned."Exemplary teamwork and she...

National,Media

Senior journalist Ali Mahmud passes away

Ali Mahmud, City Editor of the daily Dinkal, died of a heart attack on Monday. He was 69.According to family members, Ali Mahmud did not return home on Sunday night, causing concern among his relatives. On Monday morning, his wife, Jesmin Ara, along with other family members, went to the Jatiya...

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Bangladesh election to be among world’s most closely watched this year: Jamaat Ameer

Bangladesh’s February-12 national election is expected to be one of the most closely watched polls globally this year, with international media monitoring not only the results but also the conduct of the electoral process, Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman has said.In a Facebook post, S...

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Bangladesh Polls: Electioneering ends as parties leave voters with promises

The curtain fell on Bangladesh’s election campaign on Tuesday morning as political parties wrapped up weeks of intense electioneering. In the final hours, leaders made a series of promises and pledges, leaving voters to reflect on those ahead of the February-12 national  election.The...

National,ICT,Politics,Jatiya Sangsad,Science & Technology,Election

Jamaat-led alliance urges EC to not slow down internet, lift mobile ban at polling stations

The 11-party electoral alliance, led by Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islam, on Monday demanded the Election Commission not to slow down mobile internet speed during the referendum and 13th parliamentary election scheduled for February 12 next.“It is being heard that the mobile internet would be slowed ...

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Countdown to Polls: Campaign trail comes to a close Tuesday morning

After 19 days of rallies, manifestos and fervent campaigning, the electoral marathon in Bangladesh is set to draw to a close on Tuesday morning.With just 48 hours remaining before voters head to the polls for the parliamentary elections on Thursday, political fervour has reached its peak, marking th...

National,Economy ,Diplomachy

Australian diplomat optimistic about Bangladesh’s economic prospects on back of reforms

Deputy High Commissioner of the High Commission of Australia to Bangladesh Clinton Pobke has expressed strong optimism about Bangladesh’s economic prospects, saying the country has the potential to achieve sustained high growth if ongoing reforms are strengthened and institutionalised.Speaking...

National

Advisers approve BPSC amendment, BNQF, Fisheries policies

The Council of Advisers in a special meeting on Monday approved the drafts of the Bangladesh Public Service Commission (BPSC) (Amendment) Ordinance, 2026, the Bangladesh National Qualifications Framework (BNQF) Policy, 2026 and the National Fisheries Policy, 2026.The approvals came during the 10th s...

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Youths ready to defend voting rights: Shafiqur Rahman

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman on Monday said that if anyone attempts to take away or interfere with the nation’s voting rights people, especially the youth, are ready to defend them.In a Facebook post, he said the people of the country want a free and fair election, a right they hav...

National,Politics,Jatiya Sangsad,Election

Only BNP capable of rebuilding country: Tarique

BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman on Monday urged voters across the country to cast their ballots in favour of the ‘Sheaf of Paddy’, saying that the BNP is the only political party with the experience, vision and practical plans needed to rebuild the nation.“BNP is the only party that kn...

National,Politics,Jatiya Sangsad,Election

Free education for girls up to honours if BNP wins: Zubaida Rahman

Stating that the country’s development is incomplete without women’s empowerment, BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman’s wife Dr Zubaida Rahman on Sunday promised that free education for girls will be extended up to the honours level if the BNP is voted to power.“Women make up 51% of ...

National,Politics,Religion

Minority issues must be treated as national concerns to sustain democracy: CGS

Speakers at report launching event on Sunday said minority concerns must be treated as national issues to sustain democracy in the country.They said the rule of law has been dragged onto the streets through mob pressure while manifestos have no real value without accountability.Gaps in oversight, en...