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Amir Khasru Warns Voters, Says “They Are Printing Ballots and Buying Burqas”

BNP Standing Committee member and Chattogram-11 (Port–Patenga) constituency candidate Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury has urged voters to remain vigilant on polling day for the 13th National Parliamentary Election.

Anyone Attempting Vote Rigging Will End Up in Hospital: Sarjis Alam

Sarjis Alam, Chief Organizer of the National Citizen Party (NCP) in the northern region and the 11-party alliance–nominated parliamentary candidate for the Panchagarh-1 constituency, has issued a strong warning against any attempt at vote rigging, saying he would not allow even a single vote to be stolen.

Awami League Would Benefit Most If Referendum Is Implemented: Manju

Majibur Rahman Manju, Chairman of the Amar Bangladesh Party (AB Party) and the 11-party alliance candidate for the Feni-2 constituency, has claimed that the Awami League would be the biggest political beneficiary if the upcoming referendum results in a “Yes” verdict and the July Charter is implemented.

Video of Cash Handed to Betel Leaf Vendor Goes Viral, Barrister Shahriar Issues Apology

A video showing a political figure handing cash to a betel leaf vendor during an election campaign has gone viral on social media, sparking widespread criticism. The footage features Barrister ASM Shahriar Kabir, who was campaigning for Jamaat-e-Islami in the Dhaka-15 constituency, and has triggered debate over whether the act violated election rules.

March Payments Drop Ahead of Election, Slum Residents Say Political Rallies Now Pay Less

As elections approach, residents of a riverside slum in Ramchandrapur area of Rajshahi city once again find themselves being called to join political rallies—an arrangement they describe as seasonal but familiar. For many women and unemployed residents of the area, attending marches offers a small but important source of extra income. However, they say the payment this time is noticeably lower than before.

Competing Alliances and Youth Vote Set to Shape Bangladesh’s 13th National Election: Reuters

Bangladesh’s political landscape has undergone a dramatic transformation ahead of the 13th national parliamentary election and the accompanying constitutional referendum. After years of elections marked by limited competition, many observers—particularly young voters who took part in the 2024 protest movement—believe the upcoming vote could be the country’s first genuinely competitive election since 2009, according to a report by Reuters.

Tarique Rahman to be Bangladesh's 19th Prime Minister: Innovation Consulting

As the election time approaches, the support for BNP among the people is getting stronger. This information was given by the private consulting firm Innovation Consulting, which was reflected in the third round of its 'People's Election Pulse Survey (PEPS). According to the survey results, 47.6 percent of people think that BNP Chairperson Tarique Rahman can become the Prime Minister of Bangladesh in the future.

BNP election rally in Savar's Shahibagh, calls for unity in favor of rice sheaf

A lively election rally was held in Savar's Shahibagh area in support of BNP's nominated candidate for Dhaka-19 constituency Dr. Dewan Mohammad Salauddin Babu. The spontaneous participation of local BNP and its affiliated organizations' leaders, supporters and general voters in this rally held in Ward No. 7 of Savar Municipality created a festive atmosphere throughout the area.

Jamaat MP Candidate Mufti Amir Hamza Falls Ill During Campaign, Hospitalized

Jamaat-e-Islami’s nominated MP candidate for Kushtia-3, Mufti Amir Hamza, suddenly fell ill during his election campaign. He has been admitted to the Kushtia 250-bed General Hospital, where he is currently receiving medical treatment.

More than 50 leaders and activists from Barisal leave Ganadhikar Parishad and join Jamaat

About 50 leaders and activists from Barisal district, Gournadi and Agailjhara upazila branches of Ganadhikar Parishad have officially joined Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami. They joined at an election meeting organized at Sarikal Talimul Quran Islamia Dakhil Madrasa ground in Gournadi upazila on Saturday (February 7) afternoon.

Jamaat Ameer announces Nahid Islam as minister if he wins the election

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has announced that if the 11-party alliance comes to power, National Citizens Party (NCP) convener Nahid Islam will be included in the cabinet. He made this announcement at an election rally organized in the capital's Badda.

If he comes to power, the country will be reconstructed: Tarique Rahman

BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman wants to form a government with the support of the people. He said that for the past 16 years, the autocratic ruling class has only seen its own interests. If BNP comes to power, the country will be reconstructed anew.

Want to see victory of 180 million people, not just a few: Jamaat Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has said that Jamaat wants to see victory of 180 million people, not just a few. He said, we want to build a safe and proud Bangladesh for all. Those who have turned politics into a business product will never be able to build a country. We have no desire to go back to the old politics; we want to change Bangladesh through change.

BNP's 51-point manifesto to build a 'welfare-oriented, prosperous Bangladesh'

BNP has announced a 51-point election manifesto outlining the steps it will take for the welfare of the country and the people if it wins the 13th national elections and gets the opportunity to form a government. The manifesto has been formulated by prioritizing 9 sectors with the intention of building a 'welfare-oriented, prosperous Bangladesh'.

50 BNP and Jatiya Party Leaders, Activists Join NCP

At least 50 leaders and activists from the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and Jatiya Party have officially joined the National Citizen Party (NCP) in Pirgachha upazila of Rangpur. The defectors said they switched parties as BNP and Jatiya Party no longer uphold patriotism, democracy, or properly value dedicated grassroots workers, prompting them to move toward a new political platform.

JUCSU Vice President Jitu Joins BNP

Abdur Rashid Jitu, Vice President (VP) of the Jahangirnagar University Central Students’ Union (JUCSU), has joined the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP). He formally joined the party on Friday (6 February) in the presence of BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi, along with the president and general secretary of Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal.

“I Am the Whole of Bangladesh”: Dr. Shafiqur Rahman

Ameer of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, Dr. Shafiqur Rahman, said, “I have no specific address— the whole of Bangladesh is my address. You may say that ‘Whole Bangladesh’ is also written on trucks, but yes, I am the whole of Bangladesh. If we can form the government, I will deliver development to every household.” He made the remarks on Friday (6 February) at a rally held at Bauphal Public Ground in support of the Scales symbol, organized by the 11-party alliance.

Bir Protik Mohammad Didarul Alam Calls for Votes for “Scales” Symbol, Video Goes Viral

Bir Protik–awardee freedom fighter Mohammad Didarul Alam has called on the public to vote for the “Scales” symbol in a video message that has recently gone viral on social media. In the video, he clearly expresses his support for politics based on justice, fairness, and good governance, sparking widespread discussion across online platforms.

Jamaat is a Progressive and Centrist Islamic Political Party: Dr. Shafiqur Rahman

Dr. Shafiqur Rahman, the Amir of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, has stated that Jamaat is a progressive and centrist Islamic political party that continuously adapts its policies and programs in line with social, economic, and political realities. He emphasized that the party has always believed in democratic and people-oriented politics.

Absent but Dominant: Awami League’s Vote Bank Holds the Political Battlefield in Its Grip!

In Bangladesh’s electoral politics, one undeniable reality stands out—the Awami League’s vote bank has long been the key to power. An analysis of the results from the past 12 national parliament elections shows that the party has a deep-rooted, organized, and regionally entrenched voter base. This vote bank is not limited to ideological loyalty; it is closely tied to state power, development politics, administrative influence, and local political structures. Even though the Awami League is officially absent from the 13th national elections, in reality, the entire electoral process revolves around this vote bank.

Working mothers to work 5 hours a day, government to subsidize remaining time: Jamaat Ameer

If Jamaat-e-Islami comes to power, working mothers will work 5 hours a day and the government will subsidize the remaining 3 hours, said the party's Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman.

Exiled Awami League leaders are planning to return to the country!

Senior leaders of Bangladesh’s Awami League, currently living in exile and facing charges ranging from crimes against humanity to murder, sedition, and corruption, are attempting to orchestrate a political comeback from abroad. Operating primarily from India’s cities of Kolkata and New Delhi, the now-banned party continues its political maneuvering despite legal prohibitions at home.

Jamaat-e-Islami's nominated candidate for Sherpur-3 constituency Nuruzzaman Badal passes away

Nuruzzaman Badal (51), secretary of the Sherpur district branch of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami and Jamaat-e-Islami's nominated candidate for Sherpur-3 (Sribardi-Jhenaigati) parliamentary constituency, has passed away (Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilaihi Rajiun). His death has cast a shadow of deep sorrow over the political arena of Sherpur.

From DUCSU to JOCSU, ‘New History’ Announced on 12th: Jamaat Ameer’s Heartfelt Message in Chittagong

Referring to the recent trend of student politics from Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (DUCSU) to Jagannath University Central Students’ Union (JUCSU), Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman said, “It started with DUCSU, and stopped at JOCSU for the time being. History will be created on the 12th.” He claimed that the message of change that has come from the educational arena will also be reflected in national politics.

Over Fifty Awami League Leaders, Activists Join BNP in Raipur

More than fifty leaders and activists of the Awami League have joined the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) in Raipur, Lakshmipur. The defectors said they were inspired by BNP’s ideology and leadership in deciding to join the party.

Call for change, not rotten politics, expectation of justice in the voice of the youth of the 24th: Dr. Shafiqur Rahman

Not rotten and dirty politics, but fundamental change is the main demand of the youth of the 24th - said the Ameer of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Dr. Shafiqur Rahman. He said that the current generation no longer wants to bear the burden of the old failed politics; they want to see a just, humane Bangladesh. He said these things in his speech as the chief guest at the election rally of the 11-party alliance at the Katiadi College Ground in Kishoreganj at 11 am on Tuesday (February 3).

Nahid's writ dismissed, BNP candidate Dr. MA Qayyum's election path open for Dhaka-11 constituency

The High Court has dismissed the writ filed on charges of dual citizenship and concealment of information, as a result, there is no longer any legal obstacle to the election of BNP nominated candidate Dr. MA Qayyum in Dhaka-11 constituency. The writ filed by 11-party alliance candidate Nahid Islam challenging the validity of Dr. Qayyum's candidacy has been dismissed outright, ending the uncertainty surrounding the election.

Subtle rigging is being attempted to prevent BNP's victory: Dulu

Natore-2 constituency paddy sheaf candidate and BNP central leader Advocate M Ruhul Kuddus Talukder Dulu said that BNP's victory cannot be prevented this time by any conspiracy or subtle rigging. The people of the country are now fully ready to exercise their voting rights.

State power cannot be given to those who oppose the liberation war—Mirza Fakhrul

BNP nominated candidate for Thakurgaon-1 constituency and party Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir said that Jamaat-e-Islami is making statements as if they will do everything for the country. But as a freedom fighter, he is not in favor of handing over state power to anti-liberation forces.

Anticipatory bail granted to 40 accused in Jamaat leader Rezaul Karim murder case, family fuming

The family of the deceased has held a press conference to protest the granting of anticipatory bail to 40 accused in the murder case of Maulana Rezaul Karim, a secretary of the Sribardi Upazila Jamaat who was killed in a BNP-Jamaat clash in Jhenaigati, Sherpur. Expressing strong anger over the High Court's order, the deceased's wife Marzia has demanded cancellation of the bail of the killers and a fair trial.

Cox's Bazar has fallen behind due to bank robbers: Dr. Shafiqur Rahman

Jamaat-e-Islami Amir Dr. Shafiqur Rahman said that the main reason why a region with potential like Cox's Bazar could not become a modern city like Singapore is bank robbers and money launderers. Cox's Bazar will be transformed into a modern tourist city by bringing back the laundered money and utilizing the immense potential of tourism. At the same time, an international standard university will be established here.

BNP-Jamiyat's grand Ulama-Mashaykh conference in Durgapur

A grand Ulama-Mashaykh conference was held in Durgapur, Netrokona, under the joint initiative of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and Bangladesh Jamiat Ulama-e-Islam. The conference, organized at the central Shahid Minar premises of Durgapur Municipality on Sunday afternoon, called for the restoration of democracy, establishment of voting rights and unity of the clerical community.

Sea of people in favor of the pitcher symbol in Narail, Monirul Islam delivers a strong message at the election rally

Ahead of the upcoming 13th National Parliament election, the election rally of Alhaj Monirul Islam, an independent MP candidate for Narail-94 (Narail-2) constituency, has been held. The rally, organized at the Maijpara Degree College ground in Maijpara Union of Narail Sadar Upazila on Sunday (February 1) afternoon, was filled with the presence of a large number of leaders, activists and ordinary people in favor of the pitcher symbol.

Jamaat candidate Ataur Rahman Bachchu is out in the field in Narail, mass communication in favor of the beard symbol

Ahead of the upcoming national parliamentary elections, Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami candidate Maulana Ataur Rahman Bachchu, nominated by an 11-party alliance in Narail-2 constituency, has conducted a massive public communication campaign in favor of the beard symbol. He participated in this mass communication along with party leaders and activists at the Gochar Registry Office area of Ward No. 4 of Narail Sadar Municipality on Monday (February 2) at around 12 noon.

15 leaders and activists of BNP, Jubo Dal and Chhatra Dal join Jamaat in Nangalkot

The joining of 15 leaders and activists of BNP, Jubo Dal and Chhatra Dal to Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has sparked new discussions in the political arena in Nangalkot, Comilla. They officially joined Jamaat at a road meeting organized by the scales in Hesiara ward no. 2 of Bangadda union of the upazila on Saturday (January 31) night. At that time, Jamaat-nominated candidate for Comilla-10 (Nangalkot-Lalmai) constituency Maulana Yasin Arafat welcomed the newcomers to the party by garlanding them with flowers.

Five Hindu youths join Naogaon inspired by Jamaat ideology

Five Hindu youths have officially joined the party in Niamatpur, Naogaon, inspired by the ideology of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami. They publicly announced their joining Jamaat-e-Islami at an election meeting organized by Bahadurpur Union Jamaat at the Gujishahar High School grounds of the upazila on Sunday (February 1) afternoon. This incident has created a lot of discussion in the local political arena.

Tarique Rahman Becoming Prime Minister Is Only a Matter of Time: Andaleeve Rahman Partho

Chairman of Bangladesh Jatiya Party (BJP) and BNP alliance candidate for Bhola-1 (Sadar) constituency, Barrister Andaleeve Rahman Partho, has said that if all nationalist forces and voters of the country stand united, BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman becoming the Prime Minister is only a matter of time.

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