Ruling BNP moves to mend ties with allies
20 July 2026, 00:00 AM
The BNP has moved to ease discontent among parties that joined its simultaneous movement against the ousted Awami League government, amid complaints over seat sharing, unfulfilled promises and a lack of consultation since it came to power.
20 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Local polls / BNP moves early to prevent rebel bids
19 July 2026, 01:26 AM
Tarique Rahman directs leaders to agree on single contender
19 July 2026, 01:26 AM
Star Special / Rohingyas coming in through hidden hill routes
18 July 2026, 08:00 AM
They quietly enter Bangladesh via remote forests in Bandarban; local trafficking networks help them evade security checkpoints, find work
18 July 2026, 08:00 AM
Intensify drive against AL, BCL, affiliated bodies
17 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman yesterday directed the authorities concerned to strengthen the ongoing drive against the Awami League, Bangladesh Chhatra League, Jubo League and other associate organisations.
17 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Colleagues unhappy with edn minister
16 July 2026, 00:00 AM
A section of BNP lawmakers and senior party leaders has expressed dissatisfaction with the way Education Minister ANM Ehsanul Hoque Milon handled the ongoing HSC exams fiasco, saying the ministry’s decisions embarrassed the government.
16 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Flood, landslides: PM unhappy with officials, BNP activists’ slow response
11 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has expressed dissatisfaction over the response of lawmakers, BNP leaders and activists, and some government officials to the floods and landslides in the Chattogram region and hill districts.
11 July 2026, 00:00 AM
BNP shifts focus to organisational shake-up
6 July 2026, 00:00 AM
BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman has instructed party leaders to restore organisational momentum and strengthen its affiliated bodies as the opposition 11-party alliance steps up street programmes against the BNP-led government.
6 July 2026, 00:00 AM
BNP in a fix as expired dist committees cloud local elections prep
1 July 2026, 00:00 AM
With most district and city committees expired, the BNP faces organisational hurdles ahead of the local government elections, as the party high-ups fear that the party’s disjointed structure could weaken campaign coordination and spark internal disputes.
1 July 2026, 00:00 AM
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
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
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
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
‘We have become orphans’
Crowds continue to gather at Khaleda Zia’s grave today; Firoza stands silent
1 January 2026, 13:24 PM
Millions mourn
The entire city stood in solemn tribute to Bangladesh’s first female prime minister yesterday.
31 December 2025, 21:00 PM
Farewell
Nation grieves as Khaleda Zia departs, leaving a legacy of unbreakable spirit
30 December 2025, 19:26 PM
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
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
Restoring party discipline now key task for Tarique
Leaders hope his return will help strengthen unity within party
26 December 2025, 18:00 PM
‘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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Seat-sharing snub riles BNP allies
Party fields 272 candidates; no seats allotted to partners yet
6 December 2025, 18:34 PM
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