As Bangladesh readies itself for the 13th parliamentary election tomorrow, 12 February, the nation is witnessing an unprecedented international presence aimed at monitoring the democratic process. According to the Chief Advisor’s Press Wing, a total of 394 international observers and 197 foreign journalists have arrived to cover both the general election and the simultaneous national […]

Nearly 2,330 firearms looted during the July protests remain unaccounted for, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Baharul Alam has confirmed. According to the IGP, the missing weapons include 1,330 police-issued firearms and 1,000 privately owned guns, all of which continue to pose a significant security risk. Addressing the matter, IGP Alam emphasised the dangers of […]

In a targeted operation to bolster border security ahead of the national parliamentary elections, the Bangladesh Border Guard (BGB) successfully seized a substantial cache of both foreign and locally made weapons in Daulatpur Upazila, Kushtia. According to a press release issued at 12:30 pm on Wednesday, Lieutenant Colonel Rashed Kamal Rony, Commanding Officer of the […]

Comprehensive and multi-layered security arrangements have been put in place across Lalmonirhat district ahead of the Thirteenth National Parliamentary Election, with 218 out of 386 polling stations classified as either “Important” or “Highly Important” following a detailed risk assessment. The classification was determined through coordinated evaluations conducted by the district administration, the Election Commission and […]

In a disturbing incident in Megharpatal village of Bhuapur Upazila, Tangail, four young men have been accused of sexually harassing a housewife while canvassing for votes. The alleged assault took place on Monday, 9 February, around midday, according to official complaints. The victim’s husband has formally lodged a written complaint with the Joint District and […]

Bangladesh is poised to enter another significant democratic chapter tomorrow as voters cast their ballots in the 13th Jatiya Sangsad election alongside a concurrent national referendum. Despite months of political conjecture and uncertainty following the installation of the interim government, electoral preparations across the country are now in their final stages, with authorities asserting readiness […]