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'India acted according to how it perceived its interests; we tried to protect ours'

Foreign adviser expects smoother Bangladesh-India ties under elected govt
5 February 2026, 21:51 PM

‘Deep state’ campaigning for ‘no’ vote: Shadik Kayem

Ducsu VP alleges state-backed forces, sections of media working against ‘yes’ campaign
5 February 2026, 21:27 PM

If you want to talk about Epstein, start here

A hard look at how Bangladesh normalises child sexual abuse through silence, respectability and child marriage
5 February 2026, 21:18 PM

Referendum: Understanding the ‘yes’ vote

Alongside the general election on February 12, voters will also participate in a referendum
5 February 2026, 21:02 PM

Things to know about the referendum questions

Discussion around the referendum has picked up over the past few days
5 February 2026, 20:41 PM

From ‘dhaner shish’ to ‘daripalla’, symbols that shaped party identities and voter loyalty

Do voters cast their ballots based on the candidate, the party symbol, or a combination of both?
5 February 2026, 19:58 PM
5 February 2026, 18:51 PM

Who can administer the oath to new MPs? Law adviser explains

As speaker missing and deputy speaker jailed, Asif Nazrul outlines constitutional options
5 February 2026, 18:24 PM

Islami Andolan unveils manifesto pledging Islamic principles in governance

Party says Islam offers a complete framework for justice, accountability, and state administration
4 February 2026, 17:49 PM

Home adviser warns of strict action over election-duty lapses

Says wrongdoing at polling centres will invite punishment
4 February 2026, 16:02 PM

Rushed media ordinances threaten press freedom: Article 19

Rights group flags lack of transparency, risks to independent regulation
4 February 2026, 15:39 PM

Nearly half of former Awami League voters now lean towards BNP: Survey

Finds first-time voters show strong support for Jamaat
4 February 2026, 12:27 PM

Jamaat says Golam Porwar’s X account hit by ‘serious cyberattack’

Party alleges conspiracy as unauthorised post made from secretary general’s account
4 February 2026, 10:37 AM

Dhaka’s Azimpur Graveyard stays awake through the night on Shab-e-Barat

From prayers for the dead to alms for the destitute, the holy night draws massive crowds
4 February 2026, 00:59 AM

Tarique Rahman to deliver election address on BTV Feb 9

EC directs state broadcaster to arrange campaign speech
3 February 2026, 22:08 PM

Holding on to halua and ruti in Old Dhaka

Traders, residents reflect on changing Shab-e-Barat traditions
3 February 2026, 19:53 PM

‘First a trafficking victim, then a survivor, then a caregiver’

Workshop explores professionalising lived experience in aftercare services
3 February 2026, 19:07 PM

BNP alleges disinformation campaign against Tarique

29 fake, misleading information circulated against party chairman over the last one week
3 February 2026, 18:25 PM

ASK raises alarm over rising political violence ahead of national polls

Casualties nearly triple in Jan as clashes intensify after polls schedule announcement
3 February 2026, 17:50 PM

Man killed after being hit by speeding pickup in Ramna

Ramna police seize vehicle, detain driver at scene
3 February 2026, 16:58 PM