The much-discussed recent International Republican Institute (IRI) poll has shown that, above many concerns, Bangladeshis are mostly worried about the alarming rise in the prices of daily necessities. And this is a large chunk of Bangladesh.
The people of Bangladesh are currently facing several crises: financial crisis, inflation, pre-election political upheaval, and the deadliest dengue outbreak ever.
Former Election Commissioner Brig Gen (retd) M Sakhawat Hossain discusses RPO amendment and free and fair elections in an interview with The Daily Star.
Elections in Bangladesh: Being elected unopposed, another ominous sign for democracy, has also become a regular phenomenon in the country in recent years. This has further fuelled the perception that anyone participating in an election on a ruling party ticket would win no matter what, which has led to widespread apathy among both the voters and prospective candidates from
Taking note of the new US visa policy for Bangladeshis announced last night, the government today said its apparatus will take necessary measures to prevent and address any unlawful practices or interference.