Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer urges voting Daripalla symbol for secure, dignified Bangladesh and nationwide reforms. Photo : BSSNARAIL, Feb 6, 2026 (BSS) -Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman today said the party is committed to building a safe and dignifiedBangladesh for all. "We don't just seek victory for Jamaat or the Daripalla (scale) symbol, but for the victory of 180 million people. I urge everyone to vote for the Daripalla symbol in the upcoming elections to bring peace to all sectors," Dr. Shafiqur Rahman added. Following his speech, Dr. Shafiqur Rahman handed over the Daripalla shape symbol to Maulana Md.

Unidentified miscreants killed a battery-run easy-bike driver and fled with the vehicle in Gopalganj, police said. Sufian, a resident of Singati village in Mollahat upazila of Bagerhat, was the son of Shukur Chowdhury. He had been living with his family in a rented house in Gobra village under Gopalganj Sadar. According to police, Sufian left home with his easy-bike on Thursday morning but did not return at night. Family members later identified the body at the hospital.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman on Friday said that standing on the ruins, February 12 parliamentary election is calling for the nation’s freedom. He made the remarks while addressing an election rally as the chief guest at the stadium ground of Boalmari upazila under Faridpur-1 constituency in the evening. Dr Shafiqur Rahman joined the rally around 6:30pm. Referring to the upcoming election, Dr Shafiqur Rahman said the February 12 vote is sending a different message as youths have awakened. Later, Dr Shafiqur Rahman attended another election rally at Government Rajendra College ground in Faridpur town in support of Faridpur-3 candidate Professor Abdut Tawab.

A student of History Department at Rajshahi University (RU) was killed in a train accident at Abdulpur Railway Junction in Natore on Friday. The deceased was identified as Mahdi Hasan Murad, a student of the 2024–25 academic session at Rajshahi University. According to fellow passengers and witnesses, the Titumir Express train stopped at Abdulpur Junction around 7:30am for an engine change. At that time, Mahdi Hasan attempted to cross the railway tracks to reach the opposite platform. RU Proctor Professor Dr Md Mahbubur Rahman said, “The incident is extremely tragic.

Cricket's T20 World Cup begins Saturday after an acrimonious build‑up overshadowed by political turmoil, with Bangladesh kicked out and Pakistan refusing to face arch-rivals and co-hosts India. When the first ball is finally bowled after a chaotic lead-in, Pakistan will open the tournament against the Netherlands in Colombo. Led by Suryakumar Yadav, India will start as firm tournament favourites and are expected to ease into the Super Eight stage from Group A. Football powerhouse Italy will make an appearance at a cricket World Cup for the first time, and will kick off against the Scots in Kolkata on Monday. South Africa, the runners-up in 2024, have never won a white ball World Cup, but are buoyed by winning the World Test Championship last year.

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has unveiled its election manifesto, pledging sweeping changes to the structure of state governance. BNP said that, if elected, it would undertake fundamental reforms to reestablish democracy, accountability, and the people’s right to vote. The document outlines commitments across nearly all major sectors, including elections, state reform, the economy, social protection, education, health, agriculture, employment, the judiciary, and public administration. Social security and allowancesAs part of expanding social protection programs, BNP pledged to increase freedom fighters’ allowances in line with inflation. The party pledged to take independent decisions in international relations and to strengthen regional cooperation.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman on Friday invited BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman to a direct discussion on an open platform to present their respective parties’ election manifestos before the nation. Dr Shafiqur made the proposal in a post on his verified Facebook page on Friday night, saying the initiative aims to ensure transparency and accountability in national politics. “Dear Tarique Rahman, legitimacy can only be established through a free and fair election. “After the July uprising, it is our responsibility to prove to the younger generation that politics can be courteous and non-confrontational. He also called for setting a standard of governance that is open to criticism, accountable, and transparent.

Chief Observer of the European Union Election Observation Mission Ivars Ijabs has expressed optimism that Bangladesh will emerge as a dynamic state through a credible, transparent, peaceful, and fair election scheduled for February 12. Speaking at a meeting with journalists at the Sylhet Press Club on Friday afternoon, Ijabs said the European Union maintains a long-standing and historic relationship with Bangladesh. The briefing was held at the Aminur Rahman Rashid Auditorium of the Sylhet Press Club. Sylhet Press Club President Muktabis Un Noor and EU EOM Press Officer Everhard Liew were present, while the session was moderated by Press Club General Secretary Mohammad Serajul Islam. This election belongs solely to the people of Bangladesh,” he said, adding that the EU believes Bangladesh is capable of organizing an inclusive and fair election.

Exploration activities have resumed at the country’s first iron ore mine in Pirganj upazila of Rangpur after nearly six decades. The exploration began through the excavation of a geological drilling well at Chhoto Paharapur village under Shanerhat union on February 1. The initiative is being carried out by the Bangladesh Geological Survey (BGS). Speaking at the event, Secretary Saiful Islam said the government would extend full support if commercially viable mineral resources are discovered. Another well, GDH-78/23, was drilled in 2023 at Kashimpur village under Mithipur union, where traces of mineral resources were found.

Situated on the banks of the Shitalakshya River, the air around the facility was alive with the rhythmic clackety-clack and melodic plink, plink of charkhas and weaving looms. Trained artisans were busy weaving magic, employing dozens of hand-cranked spinning wheels and traditional looms. Unlike modern long-staple cotton, Phuti Karpas produces short, silky and incredibly strong fibres. At the next station, others were busy starching and sizing the yarn, preparing it for the looms, where weavers create iconic aniconic motifs and intricate designs. To many weavers, this mechanical rhythm is meditative—a centuries-old lullaby guiding the thread’s journey into fabric.

The document alleged that 75% of postal ballots had been counted in favor of Jamaat and that an “irreversible administrative decision” had been taken to ensure the party’s victory. According to the Press Wing, the so-called document was structured into six sections: ideological and strategic basis, results and information management, security and control, communication and code language, confidential distribution list, and special alerts. The Press Wing said multiple inconsistencies were identified in the document, including mixed-language reference numbers, nonstandard date formats, irregular distribution lists, and artificial language and presentation. It confirmed that the document circulating under the NSI’s name was not genuine and was digitally fabricated without any reliable source. A report published by Desh Rupantor, citing NSI sources, also stated that the document and its contents are completely false.

Bangladesh has entered a new chapter in its trade diplomacy by signing its first full-fledged economic partnership agreement with a developed economy. Four years from concept to implementationThe Bangladesh–Japan Economic Partnership Agreement was completed in just four years, a relatively short period by international standards. Bangladesh has agreed to open 97 sub-sectors to Japan, while Japan will open 120 sub-sectors to Bangladesh through four mechanisms. The agreement is expected to accelerate Japanese investment, technology transfer, and the development of skilled human resources in Bangladesh. The Economic Relations Division reports that from 2020 to Sept. 30, 2025, Japan’s cumulative foreign direct investment in Bangladesh reached $469.6 million.

Voting for the 13th parliamentary election in the Dhaka-20 (Dhamrai) constituency will be held at 147 polling centres, of which 13 have been identified as risky. Assistant Returning Officer and Dhamrai Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO) Khan Mohammad Salman Habib confirmed the information to Dhaka Tribune. According to the Upazila Election Commission office, the Dhaka-20 constituency (seat no. Administrative sources said the 13 high-risk polling centres include Char Chauhat Government Primary School, Haluyapara Government Primary School, Kantahati Government Primary School, Gangutia Government Primary School, Bhalum Government Primary School, Baratya Alhaj Maulana Yasin Pre-Cadet Dakhil Madrasa, Goaldi Government Primary School, Sharifbag Government Primary School, Sharifbag Islamia Kamil Madrasa, Khatra Government Primary School and Faringa Government Primary School. Dhamrai Upazila Election Officer Md SM Sadikur Rahman said the centres were classified as high-risk based on past incidents of political violence, the presence of local influential groups and attempts to seize control of polling centres during previous elections.

Jamaat-e-Islami women activists hold historic Narsingdi rally, highlighting rights, safety and election enthusiasm. Photo : BSSNARSINGDI, Feb 6, 2026 (BSS) - Female activists of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami held a massive rally in Narsingdi today, marking the first such demonstration by the party's women's wing amid rising election enthusiasm. Women of all ages participated enthusiastically, chanting slogans in support of Jamaat-e-Islami and calling for social and political security. Among the rally leaders were Rahima Nasrin, Narsingdi District women's wing secretary Jamaat; Nurun Naeem, assistant secretary; Parveen Khandakar, secretary of Sadar Thana and Nazma Begum, city secretary. At the post-march rally, speakers emphasized the party's commitment to safeguarding women's rights and providing a secure working environment.

Islami Chhatra Shibir celebrates 49th anniversary with Shahbag rally, urging students to unite for nation-building. Photo : Bangladesh Islami Chhatra Shibir FBDHAKA, Feb 6, 2026 (BSS) – Bangladesh Islami Chhatra Shibir today held a colourful procession and rally in the capital marking its 49th founding anniversary with the slogan 'Building Tomorrow’s Bangladesh with Merit, Integrity and Patriotism'. The rally at Shahbag was presided over by Nurul Islam Saddam and conducted by Secretary General Sibgatullah. Addressing the gathering, Nurul Islam Saddam said Islami Chhatra Shibir has emerged as a symbol of hope for students over its 49-year journey despite repression and challenges. Leaders of different student organisations and Islami Chhatra Shibir were also present on the occasion.