11th Bangladesh general election
Killing of 2 Mohammadpur Teens: Families denied justice
The families of two teenagers killed in Mohammadpur during a clash of Awami League factions ahead of the general election have been robbed of justice.
Election Talks with Dr Hossain Zillur Rahman
In today’s episode of ‘The Election Talks 2018’, noted economist Dr Hossain Zillur Rahman, former adviser to a caretaker government, talks with The Daily Star about the election to be held tomorrow.
Dec 30 to be 'another V-day'
Jatiya Oikyafront Convener Dr Kamal Hossain has urged people to bring about a "vote revolution" by exercising franchise, and said December 30 will be another victory day for the nation with the Oikyafront coming out victorious.
UN, US want peaceful polls in Bangladesh
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has called on all stakeholders to ensure an environment free of violence, intimidation and coercion before, during and after Sunday's general election in Bangladesh.
Election Talks with Monjurul Ahsan Bulbul
The Daily Star has launched a new series of talk show ‘The Election Talks 2018’ where experts analyse all aspects of the upcoming general elections, contemporary politics, events and incidents.
BB suspends mobile banking for polls
Bangladesh Bank suspends all kind of mobile-based financial services (MFS) for temporary basis ahead of the December 30 national election.
‘I will welcome if BNP quits polls’: Anee
BNP candidate for Laxmipur-3 constituency Shahid Uddin Chowdhury Anee says that he would welcome his party if it takes decision to quit the December 30 national election race.
US concerned over pre-polls violence in last two weeks: US envoy
The United States is concerned on the high-level of pre-election violence over the last two weeks, which the oppositions have borne the brunt.
Rab opens Facebook page to verify fake news
Rapid Action Battalion (Rab) has opened a Facebook page titled 'Rab Cyber News Verification Centre' to make people aware of false news and rumour spread during the upcoming general election.
Cops concerned about my safety: Dr Kamal
Dhaka Metropolitan Police expressed concern about the safety of Dr Kamal Hossain during the meeting with the Jatiya Oikyafront convener.
Four days to polls, violence rages on
Despite army deployment, election violence and attacks on opposition candidates show no sign of abating.
Magistrate attacked in Sylhet
An executive magistrate is attacked reportedly by the activists of BNP in Golapganj upazila of Sylhet.
Oikyafront demands CEC’s resignation
The opposition alliance Jatiya Oikyafront demands immediate resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner and urges the president to appoint a nonpolitical and neutral person in the post.
‘Voters not allowed to enter polling centres with mobile phone’
Election Commissioner Kabita Khanam says voters will not be allowed to carry mobile phone sets while entering polling centres to exercise their franchise.
Oikyafront to hold emergency meeting
Top brass of Jatiya Oikyafront has called an emergency meeting after walking out of a meeting with the Election Commission.
Will ensure all fundamental rights
Bikalpa Dhara Bangladesh (BDB)-led alliance, Juktofront, yesterday promised to work for upholding the exercises of democratic values
Army will act to maintain law, order
Chief Election Commissioner KM Nurul Huda yesterday said army personnel deployed for election duty would take any measures required to maintain law and order.
Dec 30 polls crucial for development
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina yesterday said the December 30 general election is very important to keep Bangladesh on the higher trajectory of development.
2 AL electoral camps attacked in Sunamganj, Sylhet
Two electoral camps of Awami League candidates were attacked in Sunamganj and Sylhet early today.