Bangladesh election 2024
January 7 election ensured democracy, people's right to vote: PM
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today said the absolute win of Awami League in the January 7 election was the victory of Bangladesh, its people, and continuation of democracy and development
The election proves massive public support for AL: PM
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today said that Awami League has the support of people from all over the country which is evident by the election result
AL’s total vote dips, JP’s lowest since 1991
Awami League bagged less votes in the January 7 national polls compared to the previous two general elections, according to Election Commission data.
Political, economic and diplomatic challenges lie ahead: Quader
The challenges before the new government are political, economic and diplomatic, said Awami League General Secretary and Road Transport and Bridges Minister Obaidul Quader today
Five Canadian MPs congratulate Hasina on election win
Five Canadian MPs, who are members of the Canada-Bangladesh Parliamentary Friendship Group, have congratulated Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on winning a fifth term in office
Your greatest responsibility is to the people, PM tells lawmakers
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today told the newly elected members of parliament that among all of their responsibilities, their duty towards the people was the most important
Canada expresses disappointment over Jan 7 electoral process
Canada has expressed its disappointment that the electoral process in the January 7 parliamentary election has fallen short of the principles of democracy and freedom upon which Bangladesh was founded
Bangladesh in geopolitics: Post-election challenges
Bangladesh has to maintain a balanced relationship with all five major centres from a trade point of view.
New Cabinet Formation: Loyalists, fresh faces likely to get priority
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina may bank on her party’s core ranks while forming the new cabinet tomorrow evening.
January 7 a 'black day' for country's people: Rizvi
The BNP today said the general election held on January 7 was a "black day for the people of the country", claiming that 95 percent of voters gave a "red card" to the Awami League
BNP can't survive if it follows backers' advice: PM
Prime Minister and Awami League President Sheikh Hasina today said no one could survive in Bangladesh politics if they follow the suggestion of their backers, in an apparent reference to BNP
Nothing to say about int'l community's comments on polls: EC Alamgir
Election Commissioner Md Alamgir today said that they would not make any comments regarding statements from the international community regarding the January 7 national election
Jatiyo Party MPs-elect won't take oath tomorrow: party official
The Jatiyo Party leaders who were elected as members of parliament in the January 7 election are unlikely to take the oath tomorrow, the party insiders said today
New cabinet to take oath on Thursday
The ruling party that won the 12th parliamentary election on January 7 will take oath as the new government at 7:00pm on Thursday
Oath-taking ceremony of members of the 12th parliament tomorrow
The ceremony will take place at the oath-taking room of the Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban at 10:00am
Maldives President greets Hasina on election win
President of the Maldives Mohamed Muizzu has congratulated Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on her election victory..President Muizzu said under Sheikh Hasina's leadership, the relations between the Maldives and Bangladesh will contribute to mutual prosperity and benefit both nations.
AL's win a testament to people’s trust in Hasina’s leadership: Sri Lanka President
Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe has said the electoral triumph achieved by the Bangladesh Awami League is a testament to the trust and confidence bestowed by the people of Bangladesh in Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's capable leadership
PM pays homage to Bangabandhu after election victory
Prime Minister and Awami League President Sheikh Hasina today paid glowing tribute to Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman after her party's landslide victory in the 12th parliamentary election
Reject all forms of violence, UN urges Bangladesh
The UN has called on all parties in Bangladesh to reject all forms of violence and to ensure that human rights and the rule of law are fully respected
