We already know that only a small group of experts will observe the election and that most major countries will not send their observers.

With the national election still two weeks away, many national and international observers have already termed it as a farce or “staged election.”

It is the EC’s role to ensure a congenial atmosphere for people to cast their votes freely.

It is hard to discard the notion that politics played no part in this decision from the government.

Shouldn't our politicians focus on how to best serve the people?

BNP’s real loss in announcing the sit-ins without proper coordination was giving the upper hand to the ruling party

While the decision to scrap the EVMs is a step in the right direction, the EC must not lose sight of the fact that there are many other pressing issues that it must address for a free, fair and participatory elections.

This sudden move by the Election Commission seems to be for lip service.

Business-as-usual approach to dealing with the opposition will not create the right condition for free polls

The BNP’s current risk-averse behaviour is not conducive to running a successful campaign

Six by-polls are proof that there is a lot to be done before general election

Can a political party – regardless of whether they are in power or in opposition – use public property to attend a party rally?

Fakhrul, Abbas being denied bail for the fourth time raises concerns

Government must avoid the path of confrontation, allow BNP to exercise its constitutional rights

Contrast in administrative actions regarding political rallies could not be starker when it comes to BNP and other parties.

Mobile phone users in Barishal City Corporation have claimed that they are facing disruption in getting internet services since 10am today where a rally of Bangladesh Nationalist Party kicked off at 11am.

One can hear slogans while crossing Shibbari intersection in Khulna this morning (October 22, 2022) as people in small groups are moving towards the rally venue marching and chanting. Meanwhile, many has already arrived at the rally venue last evening.

Government must deliver on promises made to opposition parties

Accountability and immediate reforms are vital to stop this

Former whip Md Ashraf Hossain has passed away at a private hospital in the capital at the age of 79.