Early results from the Dhaka-8 constituency show BNP-nominated candidate Mirza Abbas, representing the Sheaf of Paddy symbol, leading over his rivals. The office of the Dhaka Divisional Commissioner and Returning Officer announced results from 33 out of 109 centers in the constituency. Mirza Abbas had received 16,790 votes, while 11-party alliance candidate Nasiruddin Patwary of the National Citizen Party (NCP) had secured 15,470 votes. Dhaka-18 results from 34 center showed BNP candidate SM Jahangir leading with 20,836 votes, while Ariful Islam Adib of the Shapla Koli symbol has 14,889 votes. In Dhaka-16, early returns from 34 centers indicate a close contest, with BNP’s Aminul Haque, Sheaf of Paddy symbol, leading at 16,175 votes against Colonel (Retd.)

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has been unofficially declared the winner in the Thakurgaon-1 (Sadar) constituency. His nearest rival, Jamaat-e-Islami candidate Delwar Hossain, contesting with the scales symbol, received 1,38,936 votes. Following the announcement of the results, Mirza Fakhrul delivered a brief address on Thursday night at his residence in the Kalibari area of Thakurgaon to supporters, well-wishers and members of the public who had gathered to congratulate him on his victory. Inshallah, we will win the majority of seats and form the government.”He added, “We are leading in many constituencies. If given the opportunity, we will strive to reflect the aspirations of the people.”Meanwhile, in Thakurgaon-2, BNP candidate Dr Abdus Salam has been elected, while in Thakurgaon-3, the party’s candidate Zahidur Rahman has also secured victory.

Chief of Air Staff of Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) Air Chief Marshal Hasan Mahmood Khan today exercised his voting right at the BAF Shaheen College center in the Cantonment. Photo: ISPRDHAKA, Feb 12, 2026 (BSS) - Chief of Air Staff of Bangladesh Air Force (BAF)Air Chief Marshal Hasan Mahmood Khan today exercised his voting right at the BAF Shaheen College center in the Cantonment here. "The Air Chief cast his vote at 11:30 am," a release of the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said this noon.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman spoke at a press conference held at the party's central office in the capital at night. Dr Rahman said politics must serve the people, and those engaged in it shouldaccept that no election comes with a guarantee of victory. Despite these concerns, the Jamaat Ameer said the party would not engage in"opposition for the sake of opposition." Responding to questions about possible irregularities, Dr Rahman said theparty would refrain from making definitive comments until all information wascompiled. Expressing gratitude to voters for their support, Dr Rahman said the partywould share its final assessment once the government publishes the officialresults.

As a result, the quality of local school districts has a direct impact on Cornell’s ability to recruit and retain faculty and staff. An investment in local public education through reinstating dual enrollment is therefore an investment in the University’s own future. The University of Pennsylvania’s Young Scholars High School Program allows local juniors to enroll in university courses, while Dartmouth’s Community High School Program has operated for over two decades, offering dual enrollment to local juniors and seniors. However, when the University tightened its policies on the enrollment of minors, the dual enrollment program was effectively terminated. Reopening dual enrollment at Cornell could meaningfully supplement these lost opportunities while alleviating some of the resource pressures facing the district.

Mizanur Rahman Minu, candidate for Rajshahi-2 (Sadar), and BNP leader. Photo: BSSRAJSHAHI, Feb 12, 2026 (BSS) - Mizanur Rahman Minu, candidate for Rajshahi-2 (Sadar), and BNP leader, said that victory and defeat are determined by the will of Almighty Allah. "We can hope that in all 39 constituencies of Rajshahi Division, BNP candidates will win an absolute victory by a huge margin, and our party chairman Tarique Rahman will become the Prime Minister," he stated. He said that Tarique Rahman would not be a ruler but a servant of the people. At the time, BNP Central Committee's Forest and Environment Affairs Secretary and former city mayor Mohammad Mosaddek Hossain Bulbul, along with other party leaders and activists, were present with Mizanur Rahman Minu.

About two hours later, the Red pushed itself right back into the race with a convincing 88-67 road win over Columbia at Levien Gymnasium. “There were good moments against Penn, but it wasn't a full complete game effort defensively with [the right] kind of intensity and scrappiness. We’re starting to find our defensive identity and [the] guys executed the game plan pretty well.”The win marked Cornell’s second and final meeting with Columbia this season. Columbia briefly clawed back, cutting the deficit to two, but Cornell steadied itself and preserved a 42-32 lead into halftime. “The way Columbia has defended us this year, it forces those guys [Baldwin and Sepp] to be very aggressive.

BNP Standing Committee Member and candidate for Cox’s Bazar-1 constituency Salahuddin Ahmed. File photoCOX’S BAZAR, Feb 12, 2026 (BSS) - BNP Standing Committee Member and candidate for Cox’s Bazar-1 constituency Salahuddin Ahmed cast his vote at the Pekua GMC Institute centre in Cox’s Bazar on Thursday. Speaking to reporters after voting, Salahuddin expressed his satisfaction and emotion over participating in the election. He voiced confidence in the support of the electorate, stating that the people of the constituency have repeatedly elected him in the past. Salahuddin also said he had waited 17 years for such an opportunity where voters could cast their ballots freely in a festive atmosphere.

Four jailed over poll violence in GazipurGAZIPUR, Feb 12, 2026 (BSS) - A Kapasia mobile court today has jailed four alleged people for two years over election-related violence. The court found the individuals guilty of involvement in political clashes and the destruction of an election camp near the polling center. However, voting in the 13th National Parliamentary Election ended peacefully across Gazipur's five constituencies today, with festive voter turnout at most centres. Voters of all ages turned out spontaneously at nearly all of the district's 935 polling centres, with women outnumbering men. According to the district election office, Gazipur has 2,738,252 voters -- 1,364,349 male and 1,373,869 female.

Dream of July martyrs set to be realized through peaceful polls: Adviser FarukLiberation War Affairs Adviser Faruk-e-Azam Bir Protik. File photoCHATTOGRAM, Feb 12, 2026 (BSS) - Liberation War Affairs Adviser Faruk-e-Azam Bir Protik today expressed deep satisfaction over the unprecedented festivity and enthusiasm during the opening hours of the 13th parliamentary elections and referendum. "The supreme sacrifices made by our valiant sons, especially the younger generation during July Uprising, will become successful and meaningful through such a participatory and peaceful election." He said the interim government led by Prof. Muhammad Yunus has sincerely sought to hold the long-awaited national election in a free, fair, peaceful and festive atmosphere. "Now the government's sole objective is being realized with the cooperation of all, including the Election Commission, political parties, administration, law enforcement agencies and the people as a whole," he added.

Bagerhat, February 12, 2026 (BSS) - Voting has started in a festive mood across the four parliamentary constituencies of Bagerhat this morning, with a strong turnout at polling stations since dawn. The district has 13,61,109 registered voters, including 6,82,737 men and 6,78,358 women, spread over 547 polling stations. Law enforcement agencies have deployed strict security, and no untoward incident has been reported so far. Mahin, a third-year student at PC College, said, "I hope to restore sustainable democracy by voting for the first time". Long queues and active participation are seen as a reflection of public trust in the democratic process.

Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) AMM Nasir Uddin. File photoDHAKA, Feb 12, 2026 (BSS)- Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) AMM Nasir Uddin today said the 13th national election is one of the good elections in the country's history in any standard. The CEC said, “If you judge, it can be considered a pretty good election. We promised to present an election in a festive atmosphere. We promised to present a completely neutral and credible election to the nation and we do believe we have achieved it.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman said Thursday that the party will accept the election outcome if the current trend of voting continues. Speaking at a press conference at the party’s main election office for Dhaka-15 at 7pm, located at C Lounge Restaurant, Shafiqur said: “The preliminary results of the election have begun to appear. In most areas, the preliminary results show us leading. If we come to power, their opportunities and benefits will be increased.”The Jamaat ameer also expressed appreciation for journalists, saying, “Journalists have cooperated with us, and we are grateful to them. We will maintain good relations with countries we have positive ties with and, with an open mind, ensure that everyone receives their due.”

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman spoke at a press briefing today. "Jamaat would seek cooperation from all parties in forming and running the government if elected. Highlighting the participation of expatriate voters, Dr. Rahman welcomed the inclusion of probashi Bangladeshis in the electoral process, though their number was still limited. The Jamaat Ameer called for responsible and independent media, saying constructive criticism would help any future government correct its mistakes. Dr. Rahman said if elected, he would work with all candidates in his constituency, including his rivals, to ensure development and welfare.

Photo : BSSRAJSHAHI, Feb 12, 2026 (BSS) - The participation of women voters wasnoticeably high at almost all polling centers in Rajshahi. From the morning, a higher presence of women voters compared to men wasobserved at various polling stations. Among the constituencies, Rajshahi-1 recorded 45 percent turnout, Rajshahi-2recorded 45 percent, Rajshahi-3 recorded 44 percent, Rajshahi-4 recorded 49percent, Rajshahi-5 recorded 48 percent, and Rajshahi-6 recorded 46 percent. Visits to various polling centers in the district and metropolitan areasrevealed that women voters outnumbered men. Presiding Officer Moharam Ali Khan said that the presence of women voters hadbeen satisfactory since morning, with women outnumbering men.