Islami Andolan Bangladesh’s Amir and Charmonai Pir Mufti Syed Muhammad Rezaul Karim issued a statement on Friday congratulating the winners and all those involved in the country’s 13th national parliamentary election, which was held on Thursday. He described the election as largely fair and beautiful despite some irregularities and disorder, and extended his gratitude to the interim government, the Election Commission, and election officials. In his message, the Charmonai Pir congratulated all victorious candidates and political parties, urging them to uphold the promises made to the people. He called on them to remain accountable to public expectations and to honor the sacrifices made during the July mass uprising, when citizens gave their lives for their aspirations. The statement reflected a tone of cautious optimism about the election process and emphasized moral responsibility among political leaders following the results.

Jamaat-e-Islami–backed candidate Md. Enayet Ullah has demanded suspension of the Dhaka-7 (198) constituency results and a recount, alleging serious irregularities and manipulation in the vote counting process following the 13th National Parliamentary Election and referendum. He made the demand at a press conference held Friday evening at the Jamaat-e-Islami central office in Dhaka. Earlier, on Thursday, he submitted a written complaint to the returning officer and divisional commissioner’s office in Segunbagicha, Dhaka. At the press conference, Enayet Ullah claimed that bundles of ballots for the “paddy sheaf” symbol were counted as full despite missing papers, while polling agents for his “scales” symbol were allegedly intimidated and expelled before result sheets were prepared. He further alleged that agents’ objections were ignored, original result copies were withheld, and unnecessary delays were made during counting to manipulate results. Written objections were reportedly filed the previous night with the returning officer’s office. Enayet Ullah stated that these irregularities prevented the true reflection of voters’ verdict and insisted that a recount would reveal the actual vote count and expose the alleged misconduct.

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has shown clear dominance in the parliamentary election results for Mymensingh’s 11 constituencies, winning eight seats. The Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami-led alliance secured two seats, while an independent candidate defeated a heavyweight BNP contender in one constituency. The results were officially handed over to the winners on Friday morning by District Returning Officer Mohammad Saifur Rahman. According to the constituency-wise results, BNP candidates won in Mymensingh-3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11. The Jamaat alliance triumphed in Mymensingh-2 and 6, while independent candidate Salman Omar Rubel won in Mymensingh-1, defeating BNP’s Syed Emran Saleh Prince by 6,339 votes. Voter turnout across constituencies ranged between 51% and 62%. Despite BNP’s majority, the strong performances by the Jamaat alliance and an independent candidate have added multidimensional competition to the district’s political landscape. The victories in Mymensingh-1, 2, and 6 suggest emerging new political equations in the region.

The Bangladesh Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD), student wing of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), organized a special doa and milad mahfil at Dhaka University on Friday, February 13, 2026. The event, held after the Juma prayer at the university’s central mosque, was arranged to celebrate BNP’s victory in the 13th National Parliamentary Election and to pray for the salvation of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia’s departed soul. Dhaka University Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Niaz Ahmad Khan, Open University Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. A.B.M. Obaidul Islam, DU Treasurer Professor M. Jahangir Alam Chowdhury, and several senior academics and BNP-affiliated leaders attended. Professor Khan described the day as one of great joy for Bangladesh, noting that the election had been peaceful and free of conflict. JCD President Rakibul Islam Rakib urged members to maintain patience and coexistence to uphold a democratic environment. Participants expressed gratitude for the people’s overwhelming support for democracy and nationalism, praying for the nation’s peace, prosperity, and welfare.

China has congratulated the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and its chairman Tarique Rahman for securing an absolute majority in the 13th national parliamentary election. The Chinese Embassy in Dhaka issued the message on its official Facebook page on Friday, also extending congratulations to the people of Bangladesh for the successful and peaceful completion of the election. According to the Election Commission results, voting took place across 299 constituencies on Thursday, with the BNP winning 210 seats, ensuring its path to form the next government. Following the announcement, world leaders including India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the United States government sent congratulatory messages to Tarique Rahman and the BNP. The Chinese message came as part of this wave of international responses. China stated that it looks forward to working with Bangladesh’s new government and hopes to open a new chapter in China-Bangladesh relations.

The much-anticipated India-Pakistan T20 World Cup match, set for February 15 at Colombo’s Premadasa Stadium, faces new uncertainty due to weather concerns. According to a Geo TV report, there is a 65 percent chance of rain on Sunday evening, with thunderstorms expected around 6 p.m. local time. The match is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m., and officials fear that rain could disrupt play. Under ICC T20 regulations, both teams must play at least five overs each for a result to be declared. If overs are reduced, the DLS method will determine the outcome. As this is a group-stage match, no reserve day has been allocated, meaning that if the game is abandoned, both sides will share points. Earlier, the fixture itself had been in doubt after Pakistan initially boycotted the match in protest over Bangladesh’s absence from the World Cup. The Pakistan Cricket Board reversed its decision on February 9 following a meeting in Lahore with ICC representatives and Bangladesh Cricket Board president Aminul Islam Bulbul, ending more than a week of uncertainty.

The Press Wing of the Chief Adviser has announced a press briefing to be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Foreign Service Academy on Bailey Road in Dhaka. The announcement was made on Friday evening by Faiz Ahmed, Senior Assistant Press Secretary to the Chief Adviser. Professor Ali Riaz, Special Assistant to Chief Adviser Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus, will brief the media during the session. According to the information provided, the thirteenth national parliamentary election and referendum were completed on Thursday in a fair manner. The BNP-led alliance secured victory in more than two-thirds of the constituencies. The press briefing is expected to address matters related to the swearing-in of newly elected members and the transfer of power by the interim government. Media representatives have been invited to attend the briefing, which is likely to provide official updates on the post-election transition process.

Sarjis Alam, the defeated candidate of the 11-party alliance and chief organizer of the National Citizen Party (NCP) for northern Bangladesh, alleged that BNP activists carried out attacks and vandalism in Mirgarh of Panchagarh. In a verified Facebook post on Friday evening, he claimed that shops were being vandalized, homes attacked, and threats of violence were being issued. Earlier that day, he posted another message alleging that BNP activists had attacked NCP members and their properties in more than 30 locations across the Panchagarh-1 constituency. Alam questioned whether the BNP still intended to continue what he described as a politics of vengeance. He stated that his party aimed to bring change to the old political culture and urged those involved in the attacks to correct their behavior. He reminded that power is not permanent and called for learning from past experiences. The allegations highlight ongoing political tension in the Panchagarh-1 constituency following the election, though no response from BNP was mentioned in the source.

Kagojbari has signed a memorandum of understanding with Medico Bio in Dhaka’s Dhanmondi to provide laptops to 21 rural and underprivileged schools across Bangladesh. The initiative, announced in connection with International Mother Language Day, aims to ensure that no student is deprived of healthcare due to technological limitations. Through these laptops, over two thousand students will receive free consultations from Bangladesh Medical and Dental Council–registered and government-approved specialist doctors throughout the year. Organizers stated that the project seeks to bring quality healthcare to grassroots students while strengthening digital infrastructure in rural education. Each school will have a teacher representative to coordinate digital appointments and consultations. The laptops are expected to support both telemedicine and digital learning, fostering long-term technological engagement among students. Kagojbari has also announced a Guinness World Record education material donation campaign, aiming to distribute free learning supplies to about 450,000 students in 1,500 schools within 12 hours, setting a new global record for Bangladesh.

Tapu Raihan, son of renowned filmmaker Zahir Raihan, contested the 13th National Parliamentary Election from Dhaka-17 constituency but received only 1,041 votes, according to unofficial results released on Thursday, February 12, 2026. His main rivals in the race were BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman, who secured 72,699 votes, and Jamaat candidate Dr. Khaliduzzaman, who received 68,300 votes. Tapu Raihan had announced his candidacy on November 9 of the previous year at a press conference held at the National Press Club’s Abdus Salam Hall. In his election manifesto, he pledged to transform Dhaka-17 into a model area by eliminating corruption and terrorism, ensuring education for all, providing training and business opportunities for the unemployed, protecting the rights of the elderly and women, and promoting social security and green urban development. The Dhaka-17 constituency includes Gulshan, Banani, Niketan, Mohakhali, Karail slum, Baridhara, Shahjadpur, Kalachandpur, Bhashantek, Matikata, and part of the Dhaka Cantonment area.

Nepal’s interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki has congratulated Tarique Rahman following the Bangladesh Nationalist Party’s (BNP) major victory in the country’s 13th national parliamentary election. The message was shared on Friday, February 13, 2026, through a post on social media platform Facebook. In her post, Prime Minister Karki expressed heartfelt congratulations to Tarique Rahman for leading the BNP to what she described as an outstanding victory. She also stated her eagerness to work closely with him to strengthen the neighboring relationship between Nepal and Bangladesh and to consolidate cooperation in areas of mutual interest. The congratulatory message highlights Nepal’s interest in maintaining and enhancing bilateral ties with Bangladesh following the BNP’s electoral success.

Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (DUCSU) Vice President Sadik Kayem has declared that terrorism and mafia rule will not be allowed to take hold in Bangladesh. In a Facebook post on Friday, he alleged that since the announcement of election results, activists of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) have carried out brutal attacks in various areas and issued threats against dissenting students on campuses. Kayem urged elected representatives and leaders of the ruling political party to act responsibly and end all forms of confrontational politics, ensuring a safe environment for people of differing opinions. He criticized the administration for remaining inactive in the face of ongoing violence and warned that if attacks continue, students will organize strong resistance. He further stated that in the new Bangladesh following the July revolution, no form of terrorism or mafia system would be allowed to emerge, emphasizing the need for unity and vigilance among citizens and students.

In Bangladesh’s 13th National Parliamentary Election, held under the Election Commission’s supervision, a total of 51 political parties participated. Results were announced for 297 constituencies, with one seat’s voting postponed and two pending due to legal disputes. Analysis of the results shows that 42 parties failed to win any seats. The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) secured 209 seats, Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami won 68, the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) gained 6, and Bangladesh Khelafat Majlish won 2. These three parties are part of the 11-party alliance. Additionally, five smaller parties each won one seat, while independent candidates captured seven seats. Political analysts cited in the report observed that smaller and newer parties, despite fielding candidates in over a hundred constituencies, failed to achieve expected results. They attributed this to polarization around major parties, alliance-based campaigning, and strategic voting patterns. As a result, only nine political parties and a few independents will be represented in the new parliament, leaving the rest facing disappointment. The election outcome underscores the growing centralization of political power and the limited influence of smaller parties in Bangladesh’s parliamentary politics.

Abu Daud Pradhan, president of the BNP’s Panchagarh Sadar upazila unit, unlocked a previously sealed Awami League office in Chaklahat union on Friday morning after winning the local election. The office had been under restriction, and the act of reopening it drew widespread attention after a video of the event circulated on social media, prompting mixed reactions. Pradhan assured Awami League activists of his support and said the move aimed to maintain peace and order in the area. Local Awami League leaders, including joint general secretary Kamruzzaman Bullet, described the action as freeing their grassroots organization. Freedom fighter Abul Hossain alleged that false cases had been filed against them and sought Pradhan’s help. Former Chhatra League leader Anisuzzaman Swapon called for peaceful coexistence beyond party lines. District BNP convener Md. Jahirul Islam Kachchu and committee member Yunus Sheikh stated that the action had no party approval and left them surprised. The incident has stirred ongoing discussion and criticism in local political circles in Panchagarh.

The Election Commission (EC) of Bangladesh has assured that the official gazette for the 13th National Parliament election results will be published soon following the completion of vote counting. EC Secretary Akhtar Ahmed announced this at a press conference on Friday, noting that voting took place uninterrupted across 299 constituencies from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The commission confirmed a voter turnout of 59.44 percent. According to the EC, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) won 209 of the 297 declared seats, while Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami secured 68. The Nationalist Citizens Party (NCP) won six seats, and Bangladesh Khelafat Majlish won two. These three parties are part of an 11-party alliance. Other parties, including Islami Andolon, Gono Odhikar Parishad, Bangladesh National Party, Gonosonghoti Andolon, and Khelafat Majlish, each won one seat, while seven independents were elected. Results for two constituencies in Chattogram remain suspended pending High Court appeals related to loan cases, and one constituency’s election was postponed due to a candidate’s death. The EC has included the vote counts from the suspended constituencies in the overall tally.