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Bangladesh
Pre-Poll Ballot Stamping, Weapons Seizure and Assault Claims Spark Election Controversy
As Bangladesh votes, widespread reports of electoral fraud—from pre-signed result sheets to crude bombs—have surfaced. Allegations against Jamaat-e-Islami activists in Dhaka, Cumilla, and Dhankunda threaten to undermine the historic 2026 election.
International
India Mandates Three-Hour Deadline for Removal of Unlawful Online Content
India mandates a 3-hour deadline for Meta, X, and YouTube to remove illegal content. New AI laws also require permanent labeling of deepfakes, effective February 20, 2026.
Bangladesh
Advisers’ Asset Statements Published: Tisha’s Wealth Rises Sharply, Farooki’s Declines
Actress Nusrat Imrose Tisha’s assets surged to Tk 2.99 crore in a year, while her husband, Adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki, saw a slight decline, according to new Cabinet Division disclosures.
International
Debate Over Secrecy in Postal Ballots: Are Government Officials at Risk?
The Election Commission’s IT-supported postal ballot for the Feb 12 polls is under fire. Identical serial numbers on ballots and voter declarations have sparked fears of administrative harassment for millions of officials and expatriates.
International
10 Dead Including Suspect in School Shooting in Canada’s British Columbia
At least 10 people, including a female suspect, were killed in a shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School and a nearby home. BC Public Safety Minister Nina Krieger has pledged full provincial support.
