Miscellaneous

Despite a 59.44% official turnout, over 50 million Bangladeshis abstained from the 2026 polls. Analysts weigh the impact of the Awami League's absence on the legitimacy of the new BNP government.

From exile, Sheikh Hasina slams the Feb 12 election as a "voterless farce," alleging ballot manipulation and intimidation. She demands the resignation of the Yunus-led interim administration

Japan's Coast Guard detained a Chinese vessel today, marking a sharp escalation in maritime tensions. The seizure follows PM Takaichi's vow to intervene militarily if China attacks Taiwan.

Bangladesh’s February 12 election delivered a BNP landslide after the Awami League was barred, but violence and fraud claims have clouded the outcome.

Nurjahan Begum, a long-time voter, broke down in tears after finding her vote already cast in Pirgacha. Local residents allege scattered incidents of fraud as officials probe the lapse.