Thursday, 12 February 2026
The United States is concerned about growing Chinese influence in South Asia and is committed to working closely with the Bangladeshi government.

Reuters Exclusive / US Offers Defence Alternatives to China Ahead of Bangladesh Election

The United States has expressed concern over China’s growing influence in South Asia and said it plans to offer Bangladesh’s next government U.S. and allied
13th National Election to be Held Tomorrow in 299 Constituencies
13th National Election to be Held Tomorrow in 299 Constituencies
Chief Election Commissioner AMM Nasir Uddin: Photo collected
CEC urges Voters to Cast votes Freely ahead of National Election
Trump administration wants to see good relations between Bangladesh and India: US Ambassador to Dhaka
Trump administration wants to see good relations between Bangladesh and India: US Ambassador to Dhaka
The euro-yuan exchange rate has remained largely stable since last year: Photo collected
Global Exchange Markets / Dollar Weakens as Euro and Yuan Gain Strength
Iran marked the anniversary of its 1979 Islamic Revolution on Wednesday: Photo collected
Iran Marks Islamic Revolution Anniversary Amid U.S. Pressure
Thakurgaon Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Belal Uddin: Photo collected
Thakurgaon Jamaat-e-Islami Chief Detained with Cash at Saidpur Airport
Authorities evacuated surrounding buildings fearing they may also be structurally unsafe.
Death Toll in Lebanon's Building Collapse Rises to 15
The death toll from a building collapse in Tripoli, northern Lebanon, has risen to 15, state media reported on Monday,
Ballots Dispatched Nationwide Ahead of Thursday's Dual Election and Referendum
Ballots Dispatched Nationwide Ahead of Thursday's Dual Election and Referendum
Ballots have started reaching various centers across the country for the 13th National Parliament Election and Referendum. By Wednesday (February
Nearly 9 Lakh Postal Ballots Handed Over to Returning Officers
Nearly 9 Lakh Postal Ballots Handed Over to Returning Officers
Ahead of the elections, the voting process for expatriate and in-country voters (ICPV) through the ‘Postal Vote BD’ mobile app
Dhaka Under Security Blanket Ahead of Tomorrow's National Polls
Dhaka Under Security Blanket Ahead of Tomorrow's National Polls
Law enforcement agencies have turned the capital into a high-security zone today, February 11, ahead of the 13th National Parliament
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Reuters Exclusive / US Offers Defence Alternatives to China Ahead of Bangladesh Election

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T20 World Cup 2026 / West Indies Beat England by 30 Runs at Wankhede

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T20 World Cup 2026 / South Africa Beat Afghanistan After Dramatic Double Super Over

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13th National Election to be Held Tomorrow in 299 Constituencies

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CEC urges Voters to Cast votes Freely ahead of National Election

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RAB makes extensive preparations in Chattogram for the safety of voters, deploys 50 patrol teams

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The goal is not just voting, but ensuring the safety of voters - Zahidul Islam

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Trump administration wants to see good relations between Bangladesh and India: US Ambassador to Dhaka

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Temple in Bheramara broken into and looted, complaint filed at police station

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CEC to address the nation in the evening

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Two killed, 30 injured as passenger bus overturns in Bhanga, Faridpur

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Chattogram Falls Silent as Thousands Head Home for Polls

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Election ballot papers and other equipment have reached the center of Bhola

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BNP calls emergency press conference this afternoon

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Equipment and Ansar-VDP are reaching the centers in Jhalokati

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Election Materials Dispatched to 702 Centers in Pabna

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Chittagong Port Traffic Wing on 48-Hour Election Holiday

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Global Exchange Markets / Dollar Weakens as Euro and Yuan Gain Strength

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Election equipment is reaching the center in Chattogram

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Huge Cache of Foreign Arms Seized in Pabna; 3 ‘Hired Terrorists’ Arrested

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13th National Election to be Held Tomorrow in 299 Constituencies
13th National Election to be Held Tomorrow in 299 Constituencies
The 13th national election and referendum 2026 will be held tomorrow, with voting taking place simultaneously in 299 parliamentary constituencies

CEC to address the nation in the evening

Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) AMM Nasir Uddin will address the nation this evening ahead of...
CEC to address the nation in the evening

CA Urges Nation to Vote for Change in Historic Election and Referendum

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus today called on the people of Bangladesh to participate in...
Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus addresses the nation: Photo CA'S Press wing

CEC to Address Nation Wednesday Ahead of Historic Dual Vote

Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) AMM Nasir Uddin will address the nation on Wednesday, February 11,...
CEC to Address Nation Wednesday Ahead of Historic Dual Vote

Chief Advisor to Address Nation at 7 PM Tonight

Chief Advisor Professor Muhammad Yunus will deliver an address to the nation at 7 PM...
Chief Advisor to Address Nation at 7 PM Tonight

Election environment very positive: EU chief observer

The environment of the 13th National Parliament elections is very positive, said Evers Ijabs, head...
Election environment very positive: EU chief observer

Bangladesh and US Sign Trade Deal; Export Tariffs Cut to 19%

Bangladesh has signed a landmark bilateral trade agreement with the United States, successfully reducing the...
On February 9, 2026, Bangladesh and the US signed a bilateral trade agreement.

Suraiya Akter Jahan Named DNCC Administrator; Mohammad Azaz Removed

The interim government has appointed Suraiya Akter Jahan as the new administrator of the Dhaka...
The appointment was confirmed in a gazette notification issued Monday.

Election Campaigning / Candidates' election campaign ends Tuesday morning

The election campaigning of the candidates contesting the 13th National Parliament Election and Referendum will...
Candidates' election campaign ends Tuesday morning
Temple in Bheramara broken into and looted, complaint filed at police station
Temple in Bheramara broken into and looted, complaint filed at police station
A brutal theft took place at the Sri Sri Shiva Temple in the courtyard of Sri Sri Jagat Janani Matri
Two killed, 30 injured as passenger bus overturns in Bhanga, Faridpur
Two killed, 30 injured as passenger bus overturns in Bhanga, Faridpur
The accident occurred in front of the CCPL petrol pump in Suadi area of ​​Bhanga upazila on Dhaka-Khulna highway in
The euro-yuan exchange rate has remained largely stable since last year: Photo collected
Global Exchange Markets / Dollar Weakens as Euro and Yuan Gain Strength
Banks to Close for 4 Days for Election and Referendum
Banks to Close for 4 Days for Election and Referendum
The closure follows a government order declaring a public holiday to facilitate voting.
Chittagong Port Traffic Wing on 48-Hour Election Holiday
The traffic wing of the Chittagong Port Authority (CPA) has begun a 48-hour government holiday from Tuesday to mark the
ONE Bank PLC has opened a new high-tech CRM facility at its Gulshan Islamic Banking Branch.
ONE Bank Opens New High-Tech Banking Hub on Gulshan Avenue
Representational image: Photo Collected
Oil Prices Slide as U.S.-Iran Tensions Cool and India Pivots from Russian Crude
Motie and Chase bowled in tandem through the middle overs, sharing five wickets and choking England’s scoring.
T20 World Cup 2026 / West Indies Beat England by 30 Runs at Wankhede
Sherfane Rutherford’s unbeaten half-century and a strong spin attack helped West Indies secure their second consecutive win, beating England by
A dramatic match decided by a rare double Super Over: Photo collected
T20 World Cup 2026 / South Africa Beat Afghanistan After Dramatic Double Super Over
Swedish siblings Isabella and Rasmus Wranå win gold in Mixed Doubles Curling Winter Olympics.
2026 Winter Olympics / Swedish Siblings Wranå Win Gold in Mixed Doubles Curling, Defeat U.S. Pair
Hafeez Slams ICC Over Bangladesh Dispute, Demands Accountability for
Hafeez Slams ICC Over Bangladesh Dispute, Demands Accountability for "Administrative Failure"
The ICC issued its official statement following a meeting in Lahore attended by ICC Deputy Chair Imran Khawaja.
T20 World Cup 2026 / ICC No Penalty for Bangladesh T20 World Cup Absence
Ismaila Sarr’s second-half strike secured a 1-0 win for Crystal Palace.
Premier League / Crystal Palace End Winless Run with Derby Victory
Tim Seifert controlled the powerplay overs for New Zealand despite Mujeeb Ur Rahman's strikes.
T20 World Cup 2026 / Seifert Shines as New Zealand Overcomes Afghanistan in Record-Breaking World Cup Chase
Tottenham Hotspur's Souza in action with Manchester United's Amad Diallo: Photo collected
Premier League 2026 / Arsenal Pulls 9 Points Ahead as Cole Palmer Shatters Records in Chelsea Win
Switzerland's Franjo von Allmen wins the first gold of 2026 Winter Olympics: Photo collected
2026 Winter Olympics / Switzerland Wins First Gold as Italy Celebrates Record-Breaking Opening Day
Britney Spears: File photo
Britney Spears Sells Entire Music Catalogue for $200 million
Pop superstar Britney Spears has sold the rights to her entire music catalogue, the BBC has learned.
Tatini Checks Off
Tatini Checks Off "Bucket List" Goal with Chanchal Chowdhury and Prabir Roy Chowdhury
Actor Omar Sani Backs 'Sheaf of Paddy'; Fans Point to Moushumi’s Past 'Boat' Bid
Actor Omar Sani Backs 'Sheaf of Paddy'; Fans Point to Moushumi’s Past 'Boat' Bid
Dhallywood actress Pori Moni receives death threat
Dhallywood actress Pori Moni receives death threat
Rezwan Shahriar Sumit’s political drama 'Master' has won the Big Screen Award at IFFR 2026: Photo collected
Bangladeshi Film 'Master' Wins Top Prize at Rotterdam International Film Festival
Angad and Neha’s story began years ago when they first met at a gym in Delhi.
Neha Dhupia shares heartfelt birthday post for husband Angad Bedi
Mim creates a storm in 'Bollywood style'
Mim creates a storm in 'Bollywood style'
The 24th edition of My Language Film 1432, organised by DUFS.
My Language Film 1432 Festival Begins at Dhaka University TSC
Bad Bunny makes history at the 2026 Grammys as
Grammy Awards 2026 / Bad Bunny Wins Album of the Year in Historic First for Spanish Music
BNP calls emergency press conference this afternoon

BNP calls emergency press conference this afternoon

Bangladesh Nationalist Party BNP has called an emergency press conference this Wednesday afternoon ahead of the 13th National Parliament election and referendum tomorrow.

BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman promised to build 40 playgrounds in Dhaka if elected: Photo screenshot
13th Parliamentary Election / Tarique Rahman Pledges 40 New Playgrounds to Fix Dhaka’s Space Crisis
The election in Bogura’s seven constituencies has become a three-layered contest: File Photo
13th Parliamentary Election / Women Voters Emerge as Key Factor in Bogura as Jamaat Eyes BNP Stronghold
Over 100 Political Activists Switch to Jamaat-e-Islami in Kurigram
Over 100 Political Activists Switch to Jamaat-e-Islami in Kurigram
Rohingyas who escaped from the camp are detained by the joint forces. They are scattered in the city and village.
Security Concerns Rise as Rohingya Fencing Deteriorates Ahead of Bangladesh Election
Mahbubur Rahman Sumon and Parvin Akhter: Photo collage
13th Parliamentary Election / Internal Split Threatens BNP Campaign in Araihazar as Central Leaders Boycott Nominee
The group was led by Principal Mokhchedul Alam, a member of the Jatiya Party Central Executive Committee and president of its Sariakandi.
13th Parliamentary Election / More Than 200 Jatiya Party Members Defect to BNP in Bogra