National election 2026

A woman’s message to the government we just elected

We understand compromise, but we do not accept betrayal
13 February 2026

Modi calls Tarique, reaffirms bilateral ties

Reiterated India’s commitment to close neighbourly ties, he says
13 February 2026

The landslide triumph is also a litmus test for BNP

Whether commanding majority yields reform or relapse depends on how power is exercised
13 February 2026

‘Yes’ vote triumphs in referendum with 60% turnout

Over 4.8 crore back proposal, 2.25 crore oppose
13 February 2026

Heavyweight contenders notch commanding victories nationwide

Unofficial results show BNP, NCP, Jamaat and independents securing large margins across constituencies
13 February 2026

Turnout in national election and referendum 59.44%, says EC

Thousands of men and women, some on crutches or in wheelchairs, queued patiently for hours at polling centres across the country
13 February 2026

Modi, Shehbaz congratulate Tarique Rahman on BNP victory

Indian and Pakistani premiers pledge cooperation with new Bangladesh leadership
13 February 2026

BNP’s Habibur Rashid secures Dhaka-9 seat

Independent candidate Tasnim Jara received 44,684 votes
13 February 2026

Tarique Rahman wins Dhaka-17, Bogura-6

BNP chairman secures 72,699 and 216,284 votes respectively
13 February 2026

EC delaying results in some constituencies: Jamaat

Party alleges manipulation, threatens to launch movement against those responsible
13 February 2026

Pro-Jamaat actors dominate polls-day disinformation

Disinformation reached a fever pitch during Bangladesh’s 13th parliamentary polls as spin doctors launched a relentless campaign on Facebook and Telegram, beginning on the eve of the election and surging through the voting period yesterday.
13 February 2026

BNP heads for big win

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.
13 February 2026
13 February 2026

Voting held peacefully in three hill districts

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.
13 February 2026

At Narsingdi-1, rivals exchange smiles, not barbs

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.
13 February 2026

Polls violence: 72 injured in 14 incidents

At least 72 people were injured in 14 incidents during polling across the country yesterday.
13 February 2026

NCP alleges result manipulation, seeks EC review

Asif Mahmud claims discrepancies in vote tallies across key Dhaka seats
13 February 2026

Tarique Rahman calls for special prayers today, no victory rally

Directive conveyed by BNP chairman’s press secretary
13 February 2026

Results being withheld in some constituencies: Jamaat ameer

Delay in announcing outcomes in certain seats raises questions, he says
13 February 2026

Unofficial results: BNP wins 43 of 55 seats, Jamaat secures 9, NCP wins 1

Ganosamhati Andolon wins one seat; independent candidate wins another
13 February 2026