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Mohiuddin Alamgir

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Political somersault, thy name is art

Even in Bangladesh’s fluid political scene, Shah Mohammad Abu Zafar stands out for his frequent shifts in loyalty.
2 hour(s) ago
2 hour(s) ago
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Bias claims by rivals put EC in a bind

The political atmosphere heats up ahead of the start of formal electioneering, with major parties alleging that the Election Commission and the administration are selectively enforcing rules against their candidates.
20 January 2026, 03:42 AM
20 January 2026, 03:42 AM
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‘Jamaat-IAB split a blow to Islamists’ one-box plan’

Islami Andolan Bangladesh’s withdrawal from the Jamaat-led 11-party alliance, which aimed at mobilising Islamist votes, is set to have a negative effect on the alliance’s “one-box policy”.
18 January 2026, 00:00 AM
18 January 2026, 00:00 AM
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BNP flags bulk deliveries of postal ballots

The Election Commission’s first-ever initiative to digitally register Bangladeshi expatriates and allow them to vote through postal ballots has sparked controversy, with the BNP raising concerns over the process.
16 January 2026, 00:00 AM
16 January 2026, 00:00 AM
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State scripted last 3 polls: Inquiry commission

The last three national elections were orchestrated at the highest levels of the state, with segments of the administration, police, Election Commission, and intelligence agencies mobilised to implement the plans, the inquiry commission on those polls said.
13 January 2026, 00:00 AM
13 January 2026, 00:00 AM
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Young voters poised to shape next election

They grew up hearing that voting was their right, only to watch how easily that right could be snatched away in elections widely criticised as “sham polls”.
10 January 2026, 00:00 AM
10 January 2026, 00:00 AM
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Seat-sharing knot tightens for Jamaat, IAB

Inclusion of NCP in alliance further complicates calculation
7 January 2026, 18:00 PM
7 January 2026, 18:00 PM
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No women on tickets of 30 parties

Women remain largely absent from the electoral race, with 30 of the 51 political parties contesting the upcoming national election fielding no female aspirants at all, Election Commission data shows.
5 January 2026, 18:00 PM
5 January 2026, 18:00 PM
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Major parties favour bicameral parliament

However, they differ on the composition of parliament and the electoral process, as outlined in their proposals to the Constitution Reform Commission
20 May 2025, 19:24 PM
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Academic stalemate at 4 public univs

Four public universities have been experiencing severe disruption to their academic activities due to ongoing demonstrations by students and teachers, putting the future of nearly 70,000 students in jeopardy.
15 May 2025, 18:07 PM
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Banning party activities: Govt amends anti-terror law

The interim government is set to bring the curtain down on the Awami League as a functioning political party.
11 May 2025, 18:04 PM
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22 sectors still pay wages below poverty line

At least 22 sectors in Bangladesh continue to pay their workers much less than what is needed to meet basic human needs.
30 April 2025, 18:01 PM
demand for caretaker govt system in Bangladesh

22 out of 35 parties want caretaker govt system

As per proposals sent to constitution reform commission
18 April 2025, 18:01 PM
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The spirit of Mujibnagar government can still guide us

It envisioned a republic built on the principles of equality, human dignity, and social justice
17 April 2025, 04:54 AM
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What is Pahela Baishakh if not a dawn of hope?

As the crimson sun rises on the first day of Baishakh, its golden rays spill over a land alive with colour, music, and tradition
14 April 2025, 05:25 AM
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Constitutional reforms: Most parties want changes in basic principles, preamble

Perceived to be an embodiment of the July uprising, the interim government was empowered with an overwhelming mandate for reforms.
13 April 2025, 18:01 PM
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Bangladesh moves to deal with US tariff shock

As new US tariffs shake global trade routes, Bangladesh is pursuing a plan to reduce its trade imbalance with the US through targeted import increases, regulatory reforms and behind-the-scenes diplomacy. Bangladesh is not panicking and may even stand to gain, officials said yesterday.
5 April 2025, 18:01 PM
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Transnational education: Expanding access to world-class learning in Bangladesh

For many students, pursuing higher education abroad remains an unattainable dream due to high costs and logistical challenges. However, transnational education (TNE) is reshaping the global learning landscape, offering internationally recognised degrees without the need to leave one’s home country.
22 March 2025, 19:01 PM
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Be impartial during polls

Reiterating the government’s plan to hold the next general election in December, Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus yesterday told police to act impartially and not give in to pressure from any group during the polls.
17 March 2025, 18:00 PM

July Uprising: Student leaders first reached out to Yunus on Aug 1

Protesting students began reaching out to Nobel laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus as early as August 1, 2024, through his colleagues, at the peak of the mass uprising against the ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
14 March 2025, 20:51 PM
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Salami tradition caught up in politics over banknotes

The central bank has not been able to issue new notes without the portrait of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
13 March 2025, 06:38 AM
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EC starts process to register new political parties

The Election Commission, reaffirming that the next parliamentary polls will be held in December, yesterday initiated the registration process for new political parties.
10 March 2025, 18:00 PM
demand for caretaker govt system in Bangladesh

Consensus commission: Critical issues picked for party feedback

To seek political parties’ opinions, it has picked the “most crucial” proposals from a wide range of recommendations made by reform commissions
8 March 2025, 18:00 PM
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‘A speech more notable for what wasn’t said’

March 1971 was electric.
6 March 2025, 18:00 PM
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NID services, birth registrations: One authority to serve them all

The government is planning to streamline vital citizen services by bringing National Identity cards, birth and death registrations, and other essential services under a single authority.
4 March 2025, 18:00 PM
Bangladesh national election timeline

Local polls not feasible by Dec

It will not be feasible to hold local elections before the national polls mainly because of the lengthy process and logistics involved, say Election Commission officials.
1 March 2025, 18:00 PM
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What does a second republic mean?

In its first statement to the people, the National Citizen Party clearly declared a vision for a second republic in Bangladesh.
28 February 2025, 18:00 PM
Jatiya Nagorik Party leader Nahid Islam

Another feather in Nahid’s cap

How young were the other political leaders when they founded their parties?
28 February 2025, 08:05 AM

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