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‘People deprived of voting rights for 17 years will give their verdict this time’ – Dr. Salauddin Babu hopes to bring BNP to power

For the past 17 years, the people of the country have not had the opportunity to actually vote in the national elections, said BNP Central Committee’s Joint Secretary for Family Welfare and BNP’s nominated candidate for Dhaka-19 constituency Dr. Dewan Md. Salauddin Babu. He said that the people deprived of voting rights for a long time will vote for BNP in the national elections this time and bring them to power.

Shibir full panel wins in JOCSU along with VP, GS, AGS

The Chhatra Shibir-backed panel has made major progress in the preliminary results of the Jagannath University Central Students' Union (JOCSU) elections. According to the results of 4 centers announced so far, Shibir-backed candidates are leading in all three important positions - VP, GS and AGS. The JOCSU Election Commission announced the results of these centers at around 7 am on Wednesday (January 7).

Chhatra Dal's humanitarian initiative in Savar: Distribution of blankets among cold-stricken people

Bangladesh Nationalist Chhatra Dal has organized a blanket distribution program in Savar to stand by the helpless people affected by the severity of the winter. This winter clothing distribution program was organized by BNP's organizational guardian Tarique Rahman. This program was held on Wednesday at the Dogarmora Matribagan Mosque ground in the municipal area at the initiative of Savar Municipal Chhatra Dal leader Taj Khan Naeem.

Those who were my people are now the pillars of Jamaat: Dr. Milon

Dr. ANM Ehsanul Haque Milon, the BNP-nominated candidate for Chandpur-1 (Kachua) constituency in the upcoming 13th National Parliament election, made a sensational comment on a talk show. He said that he was surprised and shocked by an unexpected incident that happened in his area before the election.

Will be resisted if they try to capture the center: Hasnat Abdullah

NCP's southern chief organizer and 10-party alliance candidate for Comilla-4 constituency Hasnat Abdullah said that voters will have to guard the center in the upcoming elections. He also warned that if anyone comes to capture the center, they will be resisted.

After Asif Mahmud, Hasnat loses Facebook ID

The personal Facebook profile of Hasnat Abdullah, the main organizer of the National Citizens Party (NCP) in the southern region, has been deactivated. He himself announced this information while going live on his verified Facebook page on Tuesday morning. He also mentioned that he has not been able to communicate directly with his fans and supporters for the past few days due to the closure of his personal ID.

State apparatus and law enforcement agencies have taken a stand against July: Hasnat

Hasnat Abdullah, the chief organizer of the National Citizens Party (NCP) in the southern region, has alleged that the state apparatus and law enforcement agencies have taken a stand against the July coup. He claims that there is a planned attempt to make the current state system and existing political parties irrelevant to the participants in the July coup.

Obaidul Quader leaves hospital, returns to 'secret place' in Kolkata for treatment

Awami League General Secretary Obaidul Quader has returned to 'secret place' from a private hospital in Kolkata after completing treatment. He was admitted to Apollo Hospital in Kolkata last Thursday night due to deterioration in his physical condition. It is learnt that he was put on ventilation at one stage as his condition was serious.

Obaidul Quader on ventilation, undergoing treatment in critical condition in Kolkata hospital

The physical condition of Awami League General Secretary Obaidul Quader, who was banned from staying in India after the July uprising, is said to be critical. He is currently kept on ventilation in a private hospital in Kolkata. He is undergoing treatment under close observation of doctors.

Dr. Mahmuda Mitu: From Physician to Politician—NCP’s Emerging Voice in Citizen-Centric Politics

In contemporary Bangladeshi politics, the emergence of a new face always sparks interest and discussion. This attention is heightened when the individual comes from a professional, humanitarian, and relatively non-political background. Dr. Mahmuda Mitu is precisely such a figure, who, after establishing herself as a physician, has now actively entered the political arena as a member of the National Citizen Party (NCP).

Obstacles to fair elections not yet removed: Jamaat's concerns over administration's impartiality

The Central Executive Council of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami believes that the environment for free, fair and impartial elections has not yet been fully created in Bangladesh. The party claims that allegations are being received from various places that some government officials within the country's administration are working for a particular political party. In addition, incidents of killing political leaders and activists in broad daylight are still taking place in various parts of the country, which is further questioning the electoral environment.

Election affidavit: 3 modern firearms in Mirza Abbas' possession under discussion

In the election affidavit filed ahead of the 13th National Parliament election, BNP Standing Committee member and Dhaka-8 constituency candidate Mirza Abbas has disclosed detailed information about the weapons in his possession. According to the affidavit, he currently has 3 modern firearms, the total purchase price of which is shown as 4 lakh 10 thousand taka.

End of nomination drama in Narail-1 constituency: B. M. Nagib Hossain and Milton Mollah's candidacies are valid

The nomination papers of the two candidates who were suspended in Narail-1 constituency for the upcoming 13th National Parliament election have finally been declared valid. After submitting the necessary documents and verifying them, the District Returning Officer declared independent candidate B. M. Nagib Hossain and Jatiya Party candidate Md. Milton Mollah as valid candidate.

Nomination papers of 19 candidates for two seats in Panchagarh verified: 7 including Jagpar Al Rashed Pradhan cancelled

After verifying the nomination papers submitted for two seats in Panchagarh ahead of the upcoming 13th National Parliament elections, the nomination papers of 7 out of 19 candidates have been cancelled. At the same time, the nomination papers of 12 candidates have been declared valid.

Doa mahfil and joint meeting held at the initiative of Keshabpur Upazila and Municipal BNP

A doa mahfil and joint meeting was held at the initiative of Keshabpur Upazila and Municipal BNP in Jessore to seek forgiveness for the soul of BNP Chairperson, former Prime Minister and uncompromising national leader Begum Khaleda Zia. A large number of leaders and activists attended the program, organized at the Abu Sharaf Sadik Auditorium in Keshabpur town on Saturday.

Two suspects arrested in front of Tarique Rahman's residence

Police and the Chairperson Security Force (CSF) have arrested two suspects in front of the residence of BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman in the capital's Gulshan.

Level playing field is needed in the election, which has not yet been confirmed: Amir Hamza

The District Returning Officer has declared the nomination of Jamaat-e-Islami candidate Mufti Amir Hamza valid in Kushtia-3 constituency. The announcement was made after the scrutiny of the nomination papers in the meeting room of the Kushtia District Commissioner on Sunday (January 4) afternoon.

Former Jatiya Party Secretary General Chunnu's nomination paper cancelled

The nomination paper of Mujibul Haque Chunnu, a prominent leader of a faction of the Jatiya Party and former secretary general of the party, has been cancelled. He had submitted his nomination paper as a candidate for parliament from Kishoreganj-3 (Karimganj-Tarail) constituency in the upcoming 13th National Parliament election. The Returning Officer decided to cancel his nomination paper based on allegations of defaulting on loans from Rupali Bank.

Refrain from the election, otherwise there will be a fate like Osman Hadi – Threat to BNP candidate!

Ahead of the 13th National Parliament election, BNP nominated candidate for Cox’s Bazar-4 (Ukhia-Teknaf) constituency and former MP Shahjahan Chowdhury has been threatened to withdraw from the election. He was threatened through a letter sent by post, to which a piece of white cloth—the alleged shroud—was attached.

Income increased 22 times in 6 years, owns 5 kathas of land and 5 flats in Dhanmondi: Rumin Farhana

Information has emerged about the massive changes in the declared income and assets of Rumin Farhana, the leader and former MP who was recently expelled from BNP, in the last six years. Comparing the affidavit submitted in 2019 with the affidavit submitted on the occasion of the 13th National Parliament election in 2025, it was found that her annual income increased more than 22 times during this period. At the same time, the amount of movable and immovable assets has also increased significantly.

‘Share photos of voting in postal ballots, NID will be blocked’

The Bangladesh Election Commission (EC) has said that strict punitive measures will be taken, including blocking the National Identity Card (NID) of the voter concerned, if photos or videos of voting in postal ballots are shared on social media. This decision has been taken to protect the secrecy of voting and maintain electoral discipline.

Nomination of Jamaat-e-Islami candidate for Dhaka-2 constituency Col. (retd.) Abdul Haque cancelled

The nomination of Jamaat-e-Islami candidate and retired military officers' organization RAWA president Col. (retd.) Abdul Haque for Dhaka-2 parliamentary constituency has been cancelled. Dhaka Deputy Commissioner and Returning Officer Rezaul Karim officially announced this decision after scrutinizing the nomination papers on Saturday. At the same time, the nomination papers of BNP candidate Amanullah Aman and two other candidates for this constituency were declared valid.

High-voltage fight in Thakurgaon-1, Mirza Fakhrul's nomination valid

Ahead of the upcoming 13th National Parliament election, the election heat has started to increase in Thakurgaon in the northern district. After the scrutiny of nomination papers held at the office of the District Returning Officer on Saturday (January 3) morning, the nomination papers of BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir were declared valid. Returning Officer Ishrat Farzana made the announcement.

Dr. Tasnim Zara's nomination cancelled in Dhaka-9 constituency, appeal announced

The nomination of Dr. Tasnim Zara, an independent candidate for the Dhaka-9 parliamentary constituency and former NCP leader, has been cancelled. On Saturday (December 3), the Dhaka District Returning Officer officially announced the cancellation of her nomination at around 11:30 am. Discussions and reactions have started in the political arena after this decision.

'Join Jamaat from Awami League, we will take all responsibilities': Latifur Rahman

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami's central Majlish-e-Shura member and former MP from Chapainawabganj-3 (Sadar) constituency Latifur Rahman has said that those who join Jamaat-e-Islami from Awami League or BNP will be taken all responsibilities by the party.

Khaleda Zia died of 'slow poisoning' in prison: M Naser Rahman

BNP National Executive Committee member M Naser Rahman has alleged that former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia was subjected to 'slow poisoning' in prison in a planned manner, which caused her subsequent physical complications and pushed her towards death.

Secret meeting with Indian diplomat: What Jamaat Ameer said

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has admitted to a secret meeting with an Indian diplomat. In an interview with the British news agency Reuters, he said that the meeting was held earlier this year and the matter was kept secret at the request of the Indian diplomat.

Panchagarh-1 and 2: 19 candidates file nomination papers for upcoming parliamentary elections

A total of 19 candidates have filed their nomination papers for two constituencies of Panchagarh (Panchagarh-1 and Panchagarh-2) on the last day of filing nomination papers in preparation for the upcoming 13th parliamentary elections. The candidates submitted their nomination papers at the office of the Panchagarh District Returning Officer and Deputy Commissioner till 5 pm on Monday (December 29).

Why is Khaleda Zia called an uncompromising leader?

Begum Khaleda Zia is called an “uncompromising leader” mainly because of some strong, risky and personal sacrifice-filled decisions she has taken throughout her political life. Not in short, a few important aspects can be highlighted to explain the matter

Seven years of uncompromising: Prison, house arrest and Khaleda Zia's steadfast journey towards democracy

Did she think she would compromise? Would she leave the country? History has answered that question in clear terms - no. 8 February 2018. Standing on the balcony of the court, Begum Khaleda Zia had said in a strong voice that if imprisonment was her fate in the fight for democracy, she would take it head on. From that day on, the chapter of the long imprisonment of an uncompromising leader began - which was a test not only of a politician, but also of an ideology.

Farewell from the symbol of uncompromising: How Khaleda Zia became the 'uncompromising leader' of Bangladesh

BNP Chairperson and former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia is no more. (Inna lillahi wa inna ilaihi raji'un). She breathed her last at around 6:30 am on Tuesday (December 30) while undergoing treatment at the capital's Evercare Hospital. Her death brought to an end a long, turbulent and important chapter in Bangladeshi politics.

Farewell to the voting ground: The last chapter of Khaleda Zia, the uncompromising leader of democracy

The BNP was preparing to return to the voting ground ahead of the 13th National Parliament election. In this election to be held on February 12, 2026, nomination papers were collected for BNP Chairperson and former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia in three constituencies of Bogra, Dinajpur and Feni. Despite generating widespread discussion and expectations in the political arena, she did not participate in the election in the end. Begum Khaleda Zia, the uncompromising leader of democracy, bid farewell to the countrymen from the voting ground.

Farewell to an uncompromising leader: Country in a sea of mourning, Begum Khaleda Zia in a land of no return

Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairperson, former Prime Minister and one of the country's most influential political figures, Begum Khaleda Zia, is no more. (Inna lillahi wa inna ilaihi raji'un). She breathed her last at 6 am today (December 30) at the capital's Evercare Hospital while undergoing treatment for a serious illness. Her death has cast a shadow of grief over the entire country.

Tasneem Zara's anger over nomination process for independent candidates, complaint against Election Commission

Tasneem Zara, the recently resigned leader of the National Citizen Party (NCP), has expressed dissatisfaction with the Election Commission over the process of submitting nominations for independent candidates. While preparing to file her nomination as a potential independent candidate for Dhaka-9 constituency, she has raised serious questions about the rules and actual process set by the Election Commission.

Jamaat candidate withdraws from Dhaka-11 constituency in favor of Nahid Islam

As part of the electoral agreement between the National Citizens Party (NCP) and eight political parties, including Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, an important political decision has been made in Dhaka-11 parliamentary constituency. Jamaat-e-Islami's nominated candidate Atiqur Rahman has announced his withdrawal from the election in favor of NCP candidate Nahid Islam in this constituency. With this announcement, a new dimension has been added to the electoral equation of the opposition alliance in Dhaka-11 constituency.

The entire July is being strategically handed over to Jamaat: Tajnuva Jabin

The newly formed party Jatiya Nagorik Party (NCP) has witnessed political ups and downs just before the elections. Tajnuva Jabin, one of the founding members of the party and central joint convener, has announced her resignation from the party. On Sunday (December 28), she announced her decision not to participate in the upcoming parliamentary elections along with her resignation in a Facebook status.

Former BNP MP Shaheen resigns in anger over denial of nomination!

Former BNP MP from Mymensingh-8 (Ishwarganj) constituency Shah Nurul Kabir Shaheen has resigned from the party. He announced his withdrawal from all party activities through a press conference at the Ishwarganj Press Club on Sunday (December 28) at 12 noon.

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