2026 polls aims to put Bangladesh’s electoral process back on track: election commissioner
Election Commissioner (EC) Abul Fazal Md Sanaullah says 13th national election is about restoring momentum through reforms.
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Khaleda Zia’s economic legacy, lessons, and the road ahead
Within Bangladesh's long and complex history, Begum Khaleda Zia's leadership represents an important phase, particularly regarding economic reform and policy realignment, the…
US adds Bangladesh to visa bond list; travellers required to deposit up to $15,000
The list mostly included countries from Africa, Latin America and South Asia.
Seven-year-old dies after circumcision in Bangladesh hospital
Father alleges 'misuse of anaesthesia,' as authorities launch an official probe.
Bangladeshi farmers urged to protect crops, livestock against ongoing cold wave
The cold spell is moving over more than a dozen affected areas, and may persist in the coming days.
Pakistan confirms talks with Bangladesh on potential defence pact, JF-17 jet sale
High-level air force talks underline expanding military cooperation.
Enforced disappearances in Bangladesh: Systematic crime, not aberrations
Refuting claims of innocence by senior officials, the Commission of Inquiry on Enforced Disappearances said that evidence shows the operations were part of an organised state…
Cold wave intensifies sufferings in northern Bangladesh
The severity of the cold has forced people indoors, disrupting business and official activities, while school and college attendance has declined.
Bangladesh elections: No women on tickets of 30 parties
The figures lay bare a stark imbalance -- despite women making up half the population, their presence among candidates remains marginal.
Bangladesh’s left-leaning alliance leaders meet BNP chairman Tarique; discuss law-and-order conditions, election
During the discussion, Tarique Rahman reiterated his vision of building a liberal, democratic welfare state in the country.