Lipi’s cop husband has Tk 2.13cr in cash

Independent candidate Shahazadi Alam Lipi, contesting from Bogura-1, revealed in her submitted affidavit to the Election Commission that her husband, Additional DIG Hamidul Alam Milon of Barishal Metropolitan Police, possesses over Tk 2.13 crore in cash, while she holds Tk 23.48 lakh.
5 December 2023, 18:00 PM

Kamal’s wealth increases, income drops

The movable and immovable properties of State Minister for Industries Kamal Ahmed Mojumder has increased in the past five years, while his annual income dropped by Tk 9 lakh.
5 December 2023, 18:00 PM

In 8yrs, Khokon’s income shoots up 28 times

Both the assets and annual income of Sayeed Khokon, Awami League candidate for Dhaka-6, have seen a meteoric rise since he ran for the Dhaka South City Corporation mayoral post eight years ago.
5 December 2023, 18:00 PM

Inu’s money increases 52-fold in 10yrs

Incumbent lawmaker of Kushtia-2 Hasanul Haq Inu, also the president of JSD (Inu), has seen a 52-fold increase in his cash holdings, rising from Tk 6.8 lakh during the 10th parliamentary election to Tk 3.56 crore, according to affidavits submitted to the EC.
5 December 2023, 18:00 PM

Nomination Rejections: 350 failed to prove 1pc voters’ support

Around 350 people lost their bid to run for parliament as independents because they failed to prove that they had the support of at least one percent of the voters in their constituencies.
5 December 2023, 18:00 PM

AL-led 14-Party Alliance: Seat-sharing stuck with JSD, Workers Party

The decision on Awami League’s seat-sharing with the 14-party alliance partners seems to be stalled over the demands from Bangladesh Workers Party and Jatiya Samajtantrik Dal (JSD).
5 December 2023, 18:00 PM

In 8yrs, Sayeed Khokon's income shoots up 28 times

Both the assets and annual income of Sayeed Khokon, Awami League candidate for Dhaka-6, have seen a meteoric rise since he ran for the Dhaka South City Corporation mayoral post eight years ago
5 December 2023, 16:37 PM

Inu's money increases 52-fold in 10yrs

Incumbent lawmaker of Kushtia-2 Hasanul Haq Inu, also the president of JSD (Inu), has seen a 52-fold increase in his cash holdings, rising from Tk 6.8 lakh during the 10th parliamentary election to Tk 3.56 crore, according to affidavits submitted to the EC
5 December 2023, 15:21 PM

42 aspirants appealed against ROs’ decisions on first day

A total of 42 aggrieved aspirants, including 26 independent hopefuls, filed appeals before the Election Commission on the first day, challenging the decisions of the returning officers
5 December 2023, 15:17 PM

Nuruzzaman's movable assets go up 28pc

Social Welfare Minister Nuruzzaman Ahmed's moveable assets have increased by 28 percent, while his annual income has slightly decreased.
5 December 2023, 15:03 PM

AL candidate show-caused in Panchagarh

Awami League-backed candidate for Panchagarh-1 constituency Naimuzzaman Bhuiyan Mukta was issued a show cause notice this afternoon for violating the electoral code of conduct
5 December 2023, 14:36 PM

Petition challenges provision for independents

A writ petition was filed with the High Court today challenging the legality of the provision that requires an independent candidate to collect signatures from one percent voters of a constituency in order to contest the national election
5 December 2023, 12:19 PM

Hasan Mahmud's loans nearly doubled, wife's assets decreased since 2018

Awami League candidate from Chattogram-7 (Rangunia) and Information Minister Hasan Mahmud's loans nearly doubled in the last five years, although his wealth has not increased
5 December 2023, 11:16 AM

Foreigners satisfied with polls-time environment, EC activity

There is no pressure from outside the country regarding the upcoming national polls, Election Commissioner Md Alamgir said today
5 December 2023, 11:02 AM

AL to finalise 'seat-sharing' with allies today or tomorrow: Quader

Seat-sharing between the partners of the ruling Awami League-led 14-party alliance will be finalised by today or tomorrow, AL General Secretary Obaidul Quader said today
5 December 2023, 10:27 AM

Celebrity politicians: A diverse history

Political parties who have committed to participating in the upcoming 12th parliamentary election are preparing in full swing. The Awami League and Jatiya Party have announced their list of nominees, and interestingly, it includes a handful of celebrities
5 December 2023, 08:47 AM

'Will continue engaging with all stakeholders to work for free, fair polls'

Washington yesterday reiterated that it would continue to engage with the government, opposition, civil society, and other stakeholders for a free and fair elections
5 December 2023, 06:55 AM

EC to receive appeals against ROs' decisions from today

Aspirants or financial institutions will be able to lodge petitions with the Election Commission (EC) challenging returning officers' (ROs') decisions over rejection or acceptance of nomination papers from today as the scrutiny of the papers have been completed
5 December 2023, 05:19 AM

Shakib has Tk 55cr movable assets

Shakib Al Hasan's annual income is around Tk 5.5 crore while he has loans worth Tk 33 crore, according to documents he submitted to the Election Commission
4 December 2023, 19:47 PM

Transfer of 47 UNOs approved in 1st phase

The Election Commission yesterday approved a public administration ministry proposal for transfer of 47 upazila nirbahi officers in the first phase, ahead of the January 7 national elections.
4 December 2023, 18:00 PM