Parliament session will make opposition clear, he says

Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) today termed the 12th parliamentary election as a one-sided one that was staged to appear competitive, and said it was an “ominous sign” for the country's democracy and the future of elections

The people have to be more alert, assertive, and vocal.

The Daily Star asked two young voters to explain their decisions as the 12th parliamentary election rolls out.

In a recent development, the renowned four-time National Film Award-winning actor, Ferdous Ahmed, has transitioned from the glitz of the silver screen to the gritty streets of Dhaka-10 constituency. Nominated as a candidate for the Awami League, remains committed to being not just a reel hero but a true hero for the people he aims to represent.

In a dramatic turn of events, popular actress Mahiya Mahi, an independent candidate vying for the Rajshahi-1 (Tanore-Godagari) constituency, finds herself facing a challenging situation after the abrupt cancellation of her nomination letter.

The only way out of a controversial election is dialogue

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has said an election-time government can be formed with the parties having representation in parliament, although the next general election will be held following the Westminster-style of democracy in Britain.

The 15th Amendment did not have the support of the major opposition.

An acceptable election depends on the Election Commission's ability to display its grit and resolve, exercise its writ, remain neutral, and be prompt to address complaints and proactive in detecting violations.