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.
BNP writes EC for scope of fielding alternative candidates
BNP and Jatiya Oikyafront demands scope of fielding alternative candidates or rescheduling of the election in the parliamentary constituencies from where the High Court has disqualified their candidates on different grounds.
Election Talks with Sultana Kamal
In today’s episode of ‘The Election Talks 2018’, Sultana Kamal, eminent rights activist and former adviser to a caretaker government, talks with The Daily Star about the upcoming election.
All legal arms must be deposited by Dec 24
Owners of all licensed arms must deposit their arms to the concerned police stations or treasuries by December 24, a circular of the Home Ministry says.
Writ filed seeking distribution of leaflets with candidates’ affidavit info
A writ petition is filed with the High Court seeking its directives on the Election Commission to provide information submitted by the candidates in their affidavits through distributing leaflets among the voters.
HC disqualifies 7 candidates from contesting JS polls
The High Court disqualifies seven candidates including five BNP contenders from contesting the December 30 general election as their resignations from the posts of upazila chairmen were not accepted by the government.
Rift in EC deepens
The rift between the chief election commissioner and an election commissioner has deepened further over the issue of level playing field.
Attack on BNP Leaders:
The Election Commission yesterday directed police to withdraw three officers-in-charge.
7 candidates attacked
Seven contenders for the December 30 election came under attack by alleged Awami League men in separate incidents yesterday.
Hasina never breaks promises: Quader
Awami League General Secretary Obaidul Quader says Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will keep her promise of job for every family if re-elected to power.
Election Talks with Dr Fahmida Khatun
The Daily Star is launching a new series of talk show ‘The Election Talks 2018’ where experts will be analysing all aspects of the upcoming general elections, contemporary politics, events and incidents.