"The main thing now is for voters to go to the polling stations and exercise their voting rights," he said. The number of policemen on poll duty is 187,603, while RAB personnel number 9,349. A total of 1,922 Bangladesh National Cadet Corps (BNCC) members are on the field to assist in maintaining order. Some 55,454 observers from 81 local organizations are monitoring the elections while the number of foreign poll monitors is 394. Major international organisations that sent observers include the Asian Network for Free Elections (ANFREL), the Commonwealth Secretariat, the US-based International Republican Institute (IRI), and the National Democratic Institute (NDI).

Five locations removed from ‘Black Spot’ list, Intensive 36-month analysis reveals sharp decline in fatalities; 11 high-risk zones remain under strict surveillanceStaff Reporter :In a significant breakthrough for urban transit safety, the Bhopal Traffic Police have officially revised the city’s list of ‘Black Spots’, areas notorious for frequent and fatal road accidents. Following a comprehensive three-year data analysis and the successful implementation of safety protocols, five prominent locations have been declassified from the ‘high-risk’ category. “Regular surveillance, strategic deployment of personnel, and strict punitive action against violators, alongside infrastructure repairs, have yielded results,” Kaul noted. Defining a ‘Black Spot’: Under technical parameters, a 500-meter road segment is classified as a ‘Black Spot’ if it has witnessed multiple serious accidents resulting in 10 or more fatalities within the last three years. The five removed locations failed to meet this grim threshold during the current assessment cycle, marking a transition toward safer road conditions.

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Jamaat calls on voters to exercise democratic rights as voting being held in festive atmosphereBangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Assistant Secretary General and Central Publicity and Media Secretary Advocate Ahsanul Mahboob Zubair spoke at the party’s central office in Moghbazar, Dhaka. Zubair said that the government's declaration of a general holiday has enabled voters to go to polling centres spontaneously. According to him, party leaders across the country visited polling centres, exchanged views with voters and spoke to media representatives. He said the younger generation had previously witnessed allegations of irregularities, low voter turnout and uncontested elections, but this timethey are experiencing a participatory and festive election. He further alleged that in parts of Cumilla, Barguna and Noakhali's Hatiya, party agents and voters were facing obstruction and harassment.

Voters have flocked to polling stations across the district, standing in long queues since early morning to cast their ballots. A particularly notable turnout was observed among young voters, many of whom expressed a strong desire for change. At various polling stations, the enthusiasm was palpable, with voters ranging from the elderly to the disabled participating in the process. The presence of first-time voters was also prominent. Sayela, 19, a first-time voter, expressed her joy: "I voted for change, and I’m leaving with a happy heart."

MANIKGANJ, Feb. 12, 2026 (BSS) - Voting for the 13th national parliamentary election and referendum began this morning in a festive and peaceful atmosphere in all three constituencies of the district. The voters in all the 515 centres in the district are casting their votes in a free and fair atmosphere, standing in the queue with discipline. A total of 13,20,699 voters are expected to cast their votes in a free, fair and festive atmosphere after a long time. The Election Commission has taken massive preparations for holding the 13th Parliamentary election. More than 9,600 members of the Army, Navy and Air Force, including Police, BGB, Rab and Ansars, have been deployed in the district to ensure a congenial atmosphere for holding free, fair and participatory elections.

General Daily Insight for February 12, 2026 Progress might require a roundabout path at present. Taurus April 20 – May 20 Keeping your choices simple may be important today. Gemini May 21 – June 20 Making contact with reality could bring the clarity you currently need. Leo July 23 – August 22 Your care for your nearest and dearest could currently compete with the quiet your spirit craves. Virgo August 23 – September 22 Letting your longing to optimize everything rest might be a wise move at the moment.

NCP spokesperson Asif Mahmud Sajeeb Bhuiyan spoke to journalists after voting at the center of the 13th National Parliament Election and Referendum at the capitat today. Photo : BSSDHAKA, Feb 12, 2026 (BSS) - National Citizen Party (NCP) Spokesperson and Chairman of its Election Steering Committee Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuiyan todaysaid voting in the 13th Jatiya Sangsad election and referendum is progressing peacefully across the country despite attempts to create panic last night. "Except for a few isolatedincidents at several centres, voting is going on smoothly everywhere," he added. Asif Mahmud said he had been a voter in the last two national elections but could not cast his ballot. Expressing dissatisfaction over the role of law enforcement agencies, Asif Mahmud claimed that polling agents of his party's candidates were attacked insome areas.

Photo : CollectedCHATTOGRAM, Feb 12, 2026 (BSS) - Celebrity cricketer Tamim Iqbal cast his vote for the first time today at Regional Public Administration Training Center (RPATC) in the port city at around 11 a.m“For the first time I have cast my vote today,” said cricketer Tamim Iqbal after coming out of the polling centre in the city’s Askardighi Par area. Tamim, once a recognized dashing batsman of Bangladesh National Cricket team, was accompanied by his elder brother and also former national team member Nafis Iqbal. Describing his experience at the polling centre, Tamim Iqbal said a festive and peaceful atmosphere prevailed in the centre. And he was very happy to see enthusiasm among people. Enthusiastic crowds who gathered outside the polling station were seen welcoming the star cricketer.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman today spoke at a press briefing today. Jamaat Ameer said all candidates and supporters not to take the law into their own hands if any irregularities occur. Shafiqur Rahman said that although some polling centres were reportedly occupied temporarily, they were later reopened following intervention by the army. Dr. Rahman observed that no election in history had been '100 percent flawless' and said he did not claim this one would be either. Jamaat Ameer said after the end of voting, only authorised government officials and approved agents of candidates be allowed inside the centres.

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus made remarks after casting his vote at the Gulshan Model School and College polling centre today. Let’s celebrate the birthday of Bangladesh today. The Chief Adviser made the remarks after casting his vote at the Gulshan Model School and College polling centre here this morning. Noting that the transformation would be ensured further through the referendum, he said, “Casting vote for candidates is very important. He called upon everyone to participate in the referendum to build a new Bangladesh.

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus casts vote in Dhaka parliamentary election. Photo : CA's Press WingDHAKA, Feb 12, 2026 (BSS) – Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus casts his vote at Gulshan Model School and College polling centre here this morning. Prof Yunus exercised his franchise at 10:25am in the 13th Parliamentary Election and the Referendum on the July National Charter. Earlier, the Chief Adviser arrived at the polling centre around 10:20am. The balloting will continue till 4:30pm without any break as the EC has taken all-out preparations to hold the elections in a free, fair and peaceful manner across the country.

Fisheries and Livestock Adviser Farida Akhter has stated that from the outset the government set out three key mandates: justice, reform, and elections. She said the government has made every possible effort to ensure an environment in which voters can freely cast their ballots for candidates of their choice. The adviser said that voters are electing candidates of their own choosing and that there is no opportunity for anyone to impose personal preferences. The polling booths are highly orderly, and officials on duty are carrying out their responsibilities with sincerity. She added that efforts have been made to organize the 13th National Parliamentary Election and referendum in an open and democratic environment, and that the election has so far been proceeding successfully.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman on Thursday praised the role of the army in maintaining order during the ongoing election. “In several places, BNP supporters tried to take control of centres. The role of the army across the country is commendable,” he said. He added that if the army continues to discharge its responsibilities in the same manner, the country would witness a credible election. Urging confidence in voters, Dr Shafiqur Rahman said: “Let us trust the people.