BNP denies involvement; police investigation underway

NCP spokesperson raises concerns over candidate eligibility ahead of polls

BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman and his family today conveyed greetings to Chief Adviser Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus

Inqilab Moncho yesterday staged a demonstration demanding justice for its slain spokesperson, Sharif Osman bin Hadi, with a large number of protesters in attendance.

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.

After days of suspense, Islami Andolon Bangladesh (IAB) yesterday finally announced that it parted ways from the Jamaat-e-Islami-led 11-party electoral alliance, saying it does not want to engage in politics by “depending on others’ favour”.

Upholding and emulating the ideals of former prime minister and BNP chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia is essential for building a better Bangladesh and deepening its democratic foundations, speakers said yesterday.

Editors, business leaders, and political figures recall Khaleda Zia’s enduring legacy

Party cites unfair treatment and ideological concerns

Two major political parties, the BNP and Jamaat-e-Islami, yesterday raised concerns over the absence of a level playing field ahead of the February 12 polls.

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.

Jamaat to contest 179 seats, NCP 30, Bangladesh Khelafat Majlish 20

Islami Andolan Bangladesh hints at quitting alliance; press briefing tomorrow

No level playing field in electoral arena, says Hamidur Rahman Azad

Accuses other parties of violating electoral code, raises concerns over postal ballots

Salahuddin Ahmed says flawed handling of overseas votes may benefit a certain party

Police have yet to identify the killers behind the murder of Anwar Ullah, a Jamaat-e-Islami leader, who was killed at his home in the capital’s Paschim Rajabazar early Tuesday.

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.

Disputes over seat-sharing, unilateral decisions and backchannel talks fuel mistrust

If the 11-party alliance is unable to agree on backing a single nominee in some constituencies, it will keep those seats “open” for its all members.