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Bangladesh's Chief Adviser meets election observation delegations ahead of
Updated : 1 month ago IST
Chief Adviser of the Interim Government of Bangladesh, Muhammad Yunus, met with multiple election observation delegations as the country heads into the 13th national elections, scheduled for tomorrow, February 12, nearly two years after the 2024 July Uprising.
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UN calls for 'safe, inclusive' participation of women in Bangladesh electi
Updated : 1 month ago IST
Ahead of the election, the United Nations notes concerns raised by women's groups and civil society organisations on violence and harassment of women candidates and voters, including digital violence.
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BGB Director General visits election base camp in Dhaka, orders firm actio
Updated : 1 month ago IST
Director General of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB), Major General Mohammad Ashrafuzzaman Siddiqui, reviewed election security in Dhaka ahead of the February 12 parliamentary polls. Authorities reported completed preparations, extensive security deployment, and a positive environment, though c
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"Historic and important elections for Bangladesh": EU Observer Chief Ivars
Updated : 1 month ago IST
Bangladesh votes on February 12 amid tight security and finalised logistics. EU Chief Observer Ivars Ijabs called the elections historic, stressing a neutral, fact-based assessment. Over 12.77 crore voters will elect representatives, alongside a constitutional referendum, with authorities ex
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"Important to see free and fair election,: say Dhaka University Professor
Updated : 1 month ago IST
Speaking about the upcoming polls, Tawohidul Haque, Associate Professor and Criminologist, University of Dhaka noted, "And in a new context, the 13 national elections is going to be held." According to him, the evolving political landscape has opened space for new thinking and engagement.
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394 international observers, 197 foreign journalists to monitor Bangladesh
Updated : 1 month ago IST
Bangladesh will hold its 13th general election and a referendum on the July National Charter on February 12. A total of 394 international observers and 197 foreign journalists have arrived to monitor the polls. Authorities say preparations are complete, with over 2,000 candidates contesting.
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Dhaka's streets turn black-and-white as Bangladesh prepares for historic F
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Bangladesh will hold its 13th parliamentary elections and a national referendum on February 12. Schools and public buildings are serving as polling stations. Authorities say preparations and security arrangements are complete. Over 12.77 crore voters will cast ballots amid optimism from o
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Bangladesh braces for historic February 12 polls: First vote since Hasina
Updated : 1 month ago IST
Bangladesh holds crucial parliamentary polls and a referendum tomorrow after Sheikh Hasina's ouster. Over 12.77 crore voters will decide 299 seats amid high security and hopes for democratic reform. Minorities fear post-poll violence in some areas.
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Bangladesh EC secretary rules out security concerns, assures smooth pollin
Updated : 1 month ago IST
Bangladesh is preparing for national parliamentary elections on February 12, with voting set to begin at 7.30 am. Election officials reported no security concerns, campaigning has entered its final phase, and candidates expressed optimism about voter participation.
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B'desh: BNP Chairperson congratulates Japan's PM Takaichi on election win
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Rahman drew parallels between Japan and Bangladesh, as the latter is to enter into polls on February 12.
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Bangladesh Elections: Candidates give final push to campaigning before Feb
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In these final stages, candidates and their supporters are going door-to-door, organizing rallies, speaking on microphones, and decorating the entire country with colourful posters and banners.
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BNP's Tarique Rahman seeks votes for 'rebuilding Bangladesh' at Thakurgaon
Updated : 1 month ago IST
Addressing a campaign rally at the Thakurgaon Government High School ground, Rahman said the Bangladesh Nationalist (BNP) aimed to reconstruct the country with the "support, love and strength" of the people.
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