Rashidul Hasan

The split in the Jamaat-e-Islami-led 11-party alliance of mostly Islamist parties is likely to have a major impact on the electoral equation, analysts say, after Islami Andolan Bangladesh (IAB) announced it would quit the coalition and contest the polls independently.

The government will provide a sovereign guarantee to Biman Bangladesh Airlines to buy 14 aircraft from US planemaker Boeing, as the two sides are likely to sign a deal within this month, sources at the national flag carrier said.

Amid brewing tensions between Jamaat-e-Islami and Islami Andolon Bangladesh (IAB) over seat sharing, the Jamaat-led 11-party electoral alliance yesterday announced single candidates for 253 constituencies.

The crisis cast doubt on whether a final understanding can be reached before January 20 deadline for nomination withdrawal

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Jamaat-e-Islami is close to finalising its election manifesto, placing the youth at the centre of its vision and pledging sweeping reforms in education, governance and business for a society free from corruption and extortion.

The seat-sharing talks between Jamaat-e-Islami and its seven allies, including Islami Andolan Bangladesh, appear increasingly complicated with the NCP and other parties seeking a share as well.

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The Jamaat-e-Islami is bringing major changes to its nomination list by incorporating top student union leaders from Dhaka University and other institutions, civil society members, journalists, cultural figures and representatives of minority and ethnic groups.

The lax security at the export cargo zone of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA) in Dhaka has led to a rise in theft incidents, tarnishing Bangladesh’s reputation among international buyers.

Automatic fire detection, suppression systems recommended

The delay in selecting candidates has visibly slowed the BNP's campaign and stirred resentment among nomination seekers

Experts slam govt decision to upgrade airport to int’l status then retract after 11 days

Experts link fire incident to years of negligence, poor compliance

Without mandatory insurance, disasters will keep draining public funds, experts warn

Dhaka and Sylhet airports improve export services, also offer lower handling costs

The upgrade of Cox’s Bazar airfield to an international airport has been delayed by about a week as it awaits government approval.

Relatives swarm arrival, departure zones despite entry restrictions, disrupting passenger movement

The Jamaat-e-Islami and several other like-minded parties have decided to take to the streets to realise their five-point demand that includes holding the election on the basis of the July Charter and under the proportional representation system.