While parliamentary ballots feature tracking serials, referendum ballots reportedly do not. Critics and opposition voices warn that this "double standard" in the February 12 vote could undermine the democratic legitimacy of Bangladesh's constitutional future.

Rumors regarding Dr. Muhammad Yunus’s professional associations have surfaced following leaked emails. The claims link his global image-building to figures associated with the Epstein network.

January 2026 saw 21 mob justice deaths and 57 unidentified bodies in Bangladesh. MSF's latest report highlights a deteriorating human rights landscape and a rise in politically motivated cases.

Bangladesh’s external debt surged by 8% to $74.34 billion in FY 2024-25. Experts warn that a reliance on budget support and currency fluctuations are creating a dangerous debt-driven cycle.

Saint Martin’s Island enters a 9-month tourism ban. While the move aims to save the coral ecosystem, local residents fear for their livelihoods after a shortened 3-month season.