National election 2026
Can election manifestos deliver on economic pledges?
Bangladesh’s GDP in the fiscal year 2025 was $461.63 billion. If the country aims to reach a $1 trillion economy by FY2034, the economy would need to more than double over nine years.
10 February 2026
Guard the ballot: February 12 vote must not be stolen
This is not merely an election. It is a referendum on whether Bangladesh can govern itself without a strongman or a coup.
10 February 2026
Phones will be allowed inside polling centres: EC senior secretary
Photos not allowed inside secret voting booths, he says
9 February 2026
NCP alleges attack on Patwary's campaign by BNP activists
Patwary claims involvement of Mirza Abbas; BNP leader dismisses claims
9 February 2026
We want to put the youth in the cockpit of the state: Jamaat ameer
‘We will sit in the passenger seats,’ Shafiqur Rahman says in televised address
9 February 2026
TIB slams mobile phone ban near polling centres
Decision undermines transparency, voter confidence, and media freedom, it says
9 February 2026
Group plotting to hijack election through back door: Jamaat ameer
Shafiqur Rahman alleges weapons stockpiling and plans to seize polling centres
9 February 2026
Petition seeks stay on Nahid's candidacy over dual citizenship claim
Jatiya Party contender asks HC to halt the NCP leader’s candidacy
9 February 2026
Final day of campaigning sees rallies by top leaders across Dhaka
Thousands join processions as parties wrap up canvassing before February 12 vote
9 February 2026
Running a country not as easy as making speeches: Tarique
Says BNP can transform fate of Bangladesh
9 February 2026
Mobile phones banned within 400 yards of polling centres on election day: EC
Decision draws criticism over election transparency and monitoring
9 February 2026
Motorcycle banned for 72 hours from 12.01am February 11
Emergency and special services exempted from restrictions
9 February 2026
‘Polls code violations rampant, yet EC largely silent’
A study by Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) found widespread violations of the electoral code of conduct and a lack of strong action by the authorities to ensure a level playing field for the February 12 elections.
9 February 2026
Tarique pledges real change
BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman yesterday urged people to be vigilant about protecting their voting rights from “a group that is using religion to mislead the public and carry out plans to manipulate the electoral process”.
9 February 2026
Health gets priority, many plans unrealistic
When major political parties highlighted health issues prominently in their election manifestos, many of their plans lacked clarity in terms of implementation, with some pledges appearing highly ambitious, experts said.
9 February 2026
BNP chief warns of attempts to mislead voters using religion
Seeks support for Dhaka‑14 candidate and Maayer Daak key coordinator Sanjida Islam Tulee
8 February 2026
NPSB transfers to remain suspended for 96 hours starting tonight
Daily p2p MFS transactions capped at Tk 10,000 till Feb 12
8 February 2026
BNP won’t make unrealistic promises: Tarique Rahman
At Dhaka-15 rally, BNP chairman calls Feb 12 election a turning point for national rebuilding
8 February 2026
Putting Jamalpur-4 first: Candidates pledge unity, respect for people’s verdict
The uncommon pledge by six rivals draws praise locally
8 February 2026
Nearly one million law enforcers deployed ahead of February 12 elections
Army, police, BGB, Rab, Ansar, VDP and other forces mobilised nationwide to ensure peaceful voting
8 February 2026