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Election spending stirs price pressures

The 13th national election, being held today (Thursday), is widely believed to have injected a short-term burst of liquidity into the economy, pushing up prices in several local markets. Transport, food, campaign materials and related services have seen noticeable spikes in demand in the run-up to polling day.While economists expect...

Young voters shape BD's democratic moment

Bangladesh goes to the polls today (Thursday) in what many see as a defining moment in its post-uprising transition towards democratic normalcy.With nearly 5.0 million newly enlisted voters casting ballots for the first time, the 13th national election carries an added generational weight.For these young citizens, voting is not merely...

WB approves $370m to improve sanitation, solid waste management services

The World Bank (WB) has approved US$370 million in assistance to help improve Bangladesh's sanitation and solid waste-management services, reducing water pollution and restoring rivers and canals in Dhaka and surrounding areas.The board of the Washington-based global lender gave the approval on February 10 at its headquarters, the WB said...

Capital city empties on poll exodus

The roads, streets, and thoroughfares of the capital were largely empty on Wednesday as a significant number of people left the city for their respective constituencies to cast their votes in the 13th parliamentary election and referendum today.Fewer cars, CNG-run auto-rickshaws, and buses were seen on the roads.The number of...

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Officials carry election materials

Officials carry election materials from Willes Little Flower School & College in the capital for dispatch on Wednesday. — FE Photo by Shafiqul Islam

Security bolstered as nation goes to polls today

The capital witnessed heightened security on the eve of 13th parliamentary election and referendum, scheduled for today (Thursday).Additional number of law enforcers, supported by the members of Armed Forces and paramilitary personnel, has been deployed at various strategic locations in the city to ensure a congenial polling atmosphere and prevent...