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Sajjad Hossain

Sajjad Hossain is a staff reporter at The Daily Star. He can be reached at sajjadhossain084@gmail.com

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Stick to polls code or face action

The BNP has strengthened internal monitoring of its nominees, stepping up oversight to ensure strict compliance with the electoral code of conduct, so that the party’s image is not harmed during the election campaign.
15 January 2026, 00:00 AM
15 January 2026, 00:00 AM
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Campaign monitoring: BNP rolling out centralised system

The BNP has intensified preparations for the upcoming election, rolling out a centralised system of instructions, monitoring and training aimed at tightening control over grassroots campaigning and candidate activities.
14 January 2026, 00:00 AM
14 January 2026, 00:00 AM
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Reaching out to female voters / BNP pledges ‘Family Card’ and jobs to empower women

With the general election knocking at the door, the BNP is seeking to attract female voters by pledging to introduce a “Family Card” that would provide women with cash assistance and essential items.
13 January 2026, 00:00 AM
13 January 2026, 00:00 AM
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BNP struggles to rein in rebels

Despite repeated warnings from the BNP, most rebel candidates have remained in the electoral race, causing discomfort among party high-ups.
12 January 2026, 00:07 AM
12 January 2026, 00:07 AM
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Losses in student polls: Is BNP failing to connect with the youth?

With a month left before the national election, Chhatra Dal lost JnUCSU polls to Islami Chhatra Shibir
10 January 2026, 00:00 AM
10 January 2026, 00:00 AM
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BNP planning clampdown on defiant grassroots

The BNP is closely monitoring grassroots leaders who oppose supporting the party’s nominees, and it is collecting their information for taking action against them.
9 January 2026, 03:32 AM
9 January 2026, 03:32 AM
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BNP rebels rattling allies

Alliance partners have expressed deep frustration, as the BNP failed to rein in its leaders contesting in seats allocated to allies
4 January 2026, 18:00 PM
4 January 2026, 18:00 PM
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Rebels a cause of headache for BNP

BNP’s fight in the national election is shaping up on two fronts: against rival parties outside and against rebel contenders within, threatening to split its vote base.
3 January 2026, 21:00 PM
3 January 2026, 21:00 PM
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BNP’S polls activities: Tarique to begin countrywide tour next week

The visits are intended to help him see the country in person after 17 years in exile and reconnect directly with voters and party activists
2 January 2026, 18:00 PM
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BNP aims to transform grief into unity

The BNP is focusing on carrying the lift in public support it received following the death of Khaleda Zia into the election by strengthening and fully engaging in poll-focused activities.
1 January 2026, 18:00 PM
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‘We have become orphans’

Crowds continue to gather at Khaleda Zia’s grave today; Firoza stands silent
1 January 2026, 13:24 PM
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Millions mourn

The entire city stood in solemn tribute to Bangladesh’s first female prime minister yesterday.
31 December 2025, 21:00 PM
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Farewell

Nation grieves as Khaleda Zia departs, leaving a legacy of unbreakable spirit
30 December 2025, 19:26 PM
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BNP leaves 14 seats for allies

The BNP is set to contest the upcoming polls in 286 of the 300 constituencies, leaving 14 seats for alliance partners and political leaders who stood with the party during the anti-fascist movement.
29 December 2025, 18:00 PM
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Momentum from Tarique’s return: BNP looks to take it to ballot box

Senior leaders said party workers are energised, with his arrival adding fresh pace to campaign activities nationwide.
27 December 2025, 18:00 PM
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Restoring party discipline now key task for Tarique

Leaders hope his return will help strengthen unity within party
26 December 2025, 18:00 PM
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‘Feels like Eid’

BNP leaders and activists are energised by the party’s Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman’s speech, which has brought new hope and clear direction ahead of the upcoming election.
25 December 2025, 18:00 PM
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Tarique on his way home

For the BNP, his long‑awaited return symbolises renewal -- a turning point that could reenergise the party's political base
24 December 2025, 18:00 PM
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BNP blames the govt inaction for spate of attacks

BNP has blamed the interim government for a spate of attacks, vandalism and arson across the country, alleging that a section within the administration is seeking to destabilise Bangladesh ahead of the upcoming election.
20 December 2025, 18:00 PM

Seat-Sharing: BNP still keeps allies hanging

Even though a week has passed since the announcement of the election schedule, BNP allies still do not know how many seats they might be allotted.
18 December 2025, 18:00 PM
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Cases against its candidates a concern for BNP

The BNP has alerted its election candidates that their nomination may get cancelled if they file inaccurate information regarding cases filed against them in the affidavits submitted with their nomination papers.
17 December 2025, 22:05 PM
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BNP assures its allies of fair number of seats

The BNP has so far announced candidates in 272 out of 300 seats.
13 December 2025, 18:16 PM
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Tarique to return home Dec 25

BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman is finally returning to Bangladesh on December 25 from the UK after 17 years in exile, putting to rest the speculation about his homecoming.
12 December 2025, 18:00 PM
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Seat-sharing talks change gear as polls schedule imminent

Political parties are accelerating preparations for the coming polls, with aspirants nearly finalised, alliances taking shape, and seat-sharing talks at full throttle.
9 December 2025, 18:07 PM
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Seat-sharing snub riles BNP allies

Party fields 272 candidates; no seats allotted to partners yet
6 December 2025, 18:34 PM
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BNP finalises more Dhaka candidates

The BNP has announced candidates for 36 more constituencies, including several in Dhaka, where the National Citizen Party is fielding its top leaders as contenders in the upcoming national elections.
4 December 2025, 18:00 PM
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BNP finalises its candidates for key battles

The BNP has announced candidates for 36 more constituencies, including several in Dhaka, where the National Citizen Party is fielding its top leaders as contenders in the upcoming national elections.
4 December 2025, 18:00 PM
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National Election: BNP finalises more Dhaka candidates

With the announcement of 36 candidates today, BNP has now finalised candidates for 272 constituencies
4 December 2025, 16:28 PM

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