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When democracy meets the odds: Bangladesh’s election goes live on the betting markets
05:42 PM, 10 Feb 2026 TuesdayBefore a single ballot is cast in Bangladesh’s 13th parliamentary election, the result has already been priced, traded and argued over – using dollars, crypto and probability charts. Away from rallies, slogans and polling centres, a parallel election is unfolding online.
Chittagong Port unrest threatens Tk 3,000cr export loss
05:12 PM, 10 Feb 2026 TuesdayUnrest at Chittagong Port following a seven-day workers’ strike over the lease of the New Mooring Container Terminal (NCT) has disrupted the country’s import-export activities, triggering fears of export losses exceeding Tk 3,000 crore and dealing a heavy blow to the national economy.
Amir Hamza fined for election code violations
05:08 PM, 10 Feb 2026 TuesdayAmir Hamza, Jamaat-e-Islami nominated candidate for Kushtia-3 constituency, has been fined Tk 10,000 for violating the election code of conduct.
Yunus to address nation this evening
04:41 PM, 10 Feb 2026 TuesdayChief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus is scheduled to address the nation at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, February 10.
DU VC wants to quit
04:23 PM, 10 Feb 2026 TuesdayDhaka University Vice Chancellor Professor Dr Niaz Ahmed Khan on Tuesday, February 10, announced that he wants to step down from his post, saying he assumed office during a period of emergency that has now passed.
Arson attack on four polling centres in Netrakona
04:14 PM, 10 Feb 2026 TuesdayUnidentified arsonists set fire to four polling centres in Netrakona’s Sadar and Purbadhala upazilas in the early hours of Tuesday, triggering concern ahead of the upcoming election.
50th BCS preliminary exam results published
04:13 PM, 10 Feb 2026 TuesdayThe Public Service Commission (PSC) has published the results of the 50th Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS) preliminary examination, with 12,385 candidates selected for the written examinations.
Vote-buying lays bare Jamaat’s bankruptcy: BNP
03:52 PM, 10 Feb 2026 TuesdayBNP Central Election Steering Committee on Tuesday alleged that Jamaat-e-Islami's attempts to buy votes reflect its political bankruptcy and a clear violation of the election code of conduct.
Compensation for affected Islami bank shareholders under review
02:54 PM, 10 Feb 2026 TuesdayFinance Adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed has said arrangements will be made to compensate shareholders affected by the merger of five Islamic banks, noting that the process is complex and will have to be implemented in phases following careful financial assessment.
Yunus hands over flat to Hadi’s family
02:46 PM, 10 Feb 2026 TuesdayChief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus handed over the keys and official documents of a flat to the family of Inqilab Mancha's spokesperson Sharif Osman Hadi on Tuesday, February 10.
Bangladesh ranks 13th among most corrupt countries: TIB
02:15 PM, 10 Feb 2026 TuesdayBangladesh has risen one spot in global corruption rankings, now standing 13th among the world’s most corrupt countries, according to Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB).
Election environment favourable so far, says Fakhrul
01:41 PM, 10 Feb 2026 TuesdayBNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir said that, so far, the party believes the environment for the upcoming election is favorable.
Election holiday triggers severe transport crunch in Dhaka
12:48 PM, 10 Feb 2026 TuesdayAs the 13th parliamentary election approaches on February 12, thousands of Dhaka residents are leaving the city to return to their home constituencies, triggering a major public transport crunch.
IGP calls any firearms a threat ahead of national polls
12:43 PM, 10 Feb 2026 TuesdayInspector General of Police (IGP) Baharul Alam has described any firearms as a potential threat in the context of the upcoming national parliamentary elections.
BNP Media Cell member found dead at National Press Club
12:08 PM, 10 Feb 2026 TuesdayThe police recovered the body of a reporter of Daily Dinakal and Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Media Cell member Ali Mamud from the National Press Club in Dhaka on Tuesday morning, February 10.
Paul Kapur likely to visit Bangladesh in March after polls
12:02 PM, 10 Feb 2026 TuesdayBangladesh is set to hold its national parliamentary elections and a referendum on February 12, which will pave the way for a new government.
No penalty on Bangladesh over T20 World Cup dispute: ICC
11:50 AM, 10 Feb 2026 TuesdayThe International Cricket Council (ICC) has said Bangladesh will not be punished for their refusal to play their 2026 T20 World Cup matches in India, as reported by ESPNcricinfo, due to which they were excluded from the tournament.
No legal bar for three BNP candidates to contest polls
11:09 AM, 10 Feb 2026 TuesdayThe Appellate Division of the Supreme Court has concluded hearings on leave-to-appeal petitions concerning the eligibility of three BNP candidates, who faced allegations of loan default and dual citizenship.
Crowds at Kamalapur as voters head home to vote
10:34 AM, 10 Feb 2026 TuesdayWith the 13th National Parliamentary Election scheduled for February 12, voters from Dhaka—including working professionals and people from various walks of life—are leaving the capital to exercise their franchise.
UK PM refuses to quit as pressure builds over Epstein
09:36 AM, 10 Feb 2026 TuesdayUK premier Keir Starmer insisted he would not "walk away" on Monday after a prominent ally demanded the prime minister quit for embroiling the British government in the Jeffrey Epstein scandal.