Conceding Barishal-5, Dr Manisha says her party will stay with the people beyond election season

To the press secretary: Activism cannot make up for state failure

‘Frankly, I am not interested,’ Rumeen Farhana says

BNP wins four of the five seats in Gazipur district

Pledges to ensure equal treatment for all, regardless of political affiliation

This was the first election since 2008, in which people’s vote actually counted

Bangladesh renews its democratic journey following its 13th parliamentary election.

Says polling agents were obstructed and voting process slowed deliberately

South and Southeast Asian leaders hail the mandate and reaffirm ties with Bangladesh

Heavyweight contenders who failed to hold ground

We understand compromise, but we do not accept betrayal

Reiterated India’s commitment to close neighbourly ties, he says

Whether commanding majority yields reform or relapse depends on how power is exercised

Over 4.8 crore back proposal, 2.25 crore oppose

Party alleges manipulation, threatens to launch movement against those responsible

The BNP is on course for a thumping win in the 13th national election, where millions of voters exercised their long-denied franchise in a festive and peaceful atmosphere yesterday.

Files a formal complaint with returning officer

Voting in the 13th national election was held in a peaceful and festive atmosphere yesterday across the three hill districts -- Bandarban, Rangamati and Khagrachhari -- with no major untoward incidents reported.

A rare display of camaraderie among rival candidates drew attention in the Narsingdi-1 (Sadar) constituency yesterday morning, as three contestants were seen chatting and exchanging light-hearted remarks while visiting polling centres.

At least 72 people were injured in 14 incidents during polling across the country yesterday.