The adviser visited the child at Gazipur Shaheed Tajuddin Ahmad Medical College Hospital, where she is undergoing treatment. During the visit, Chief Adviser Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus called Bashir by phone to inquire about the child’s condition. Bashir received detailed updates from doctors regarding her physical state and instructed hospital authorities to provide all necessary care. Those present included an Additional Secretary of the ministry, Biman Bangladesh Airlines Managing Director Dr Humaira Sultana, Gazipur Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Alam Hossain, and the hospital’s Director Dr Aminul Islam. Addressing the victim child, Bashir said: “The Chief Adviser, Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus, has personally asked me to come and see you.

Islami Andolan Bangladesh on Wednesday unveiled its election manifesto, titled “Jonoprattyashar Istahar” (Manifesto of Public Expectation), pledging to prioritize Shariah across all aspects of state governance if voted to power in the 13th national parliamentary election. The party announced a 30-point core manifesto, alongside 12 special programs, eight policy positions, six proposals for state reform, and 28 sector-wise development plans, aiming to establish what it described as a corruption-free, welfare-oriented, and just state. Addressing the program, Rezaul Karim said: “The manifesto of Islami Andolan Bangladesh is a pledge to the nation. Other commitments include ensuring workers’ rights and dignity, controlling soaring commodity prices by breaking illegal syndicates, making roads safer, and transforming Bangladesh into a developed welfare state within 15 years. Ahead of an election, a manifesto is presented to the nation to outline a party’s principles, vision, and roadmap for nation-building.”

A prominent Iranian news agency has in recent days published without comment images of US bases in the Middle East as tensions remain high between Tehran and Washington despite the prospect of direct talks. The picture for Tuesday showed an aerial view of the Al Dhafra air base outside Abu Dhabi, which is used by US and French forces. On Wednesday, meanwhile, Fars showed the Isa Air Base in US ally Bahrein where US planes have also deployed. However there was no immediate suggestion the images published by Fars represented fresh intelligence. AFP has confirmed the images of the Isa air base are old.

The Election Commission has brought a change in the election code a week before the parliamentary polls, relaxing the provisions for the use of maximum three microphones or loudspeakers and the content of voter slip. The Commission amended the code of conduct on January 29 last but its gazette was uploaded in the EC’s website on Wednesday. The EC brought the change in the content of voter slips following a demand placed by BNP. “Currently, voter slips cannot contain party names, symbols or candidate photographs. The BNP leader said every candidate distributes voter slips and voters are capable of making their own choices.

“Our position is well known,” Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters on Wednesday as the talks got underway. US President Donald Trump, however, said Russian President Vladimir Putin had “kept his word” with a week-long promise not to hit the capital or critical energy facilities. “I want him to end the war,” Trump added of Putin. Russia occupies around 20% of Ukraine, but Kyiv still controls around one-fifth of the Donetsk region. Following the first round of US-brokered talks in Abu Dhabi last month, Ukrainians were doubtful any deal could be struck with Moscow.

Speaking to reporters at the Election Commission, Masud said allegations that the candidate behaved improperly with army personnel and allegedly attempted to forcibly take weapons are under investigation. He said any aggrieved person may file a complaint with the Electoral Inquiry Committee or the Adjudication Committee. Masud said around 300 Electoral Inquiry and Adjudication Committees, comprising about 300 judges, are currently operating nationwide, alongside mobile courts led by executive magistrates. In serious cases, the Election Commission may itself order an investigation. Asked about the overall electoral environment, Masud said the Commission believed the situation is reasonably good and comparatively better.

Chief of Naval Staff Admiral M Nazmul Hasan on Wednesday said seven naval vessels will be deployed in coastal and maritime areas, and 5,000 Bangladesh Navy personnel will be assigned on election duties ahead of the 13th National Parliamentary Election. The Navy personnel will be deployed across 25 upazilas in 16 parliamentary constituencies, Admiral Hasan said after inspecting the Kutubdia contingent. He added that the armed forces would maintain a restrained, voter-friendly posture during the election. “However, any attempt to engage in criminal activities or create disorder during polling will be dealt with firmly.”Addressing concerns raised over the role of law enforcement in past elections, Admiral Hasan said efforts would be made to address previous shortcomings by learning from earlier experiences. Earlier, the navy chief attended a briefing on the law and order situation with the divisional commissioner and senior police officials.

COX'S BAZAR, Feb 4, 2026 (BSS) - Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Standing Committee Member Salahuddin Ahmed today said his party is committed to ensuring complete freedom of the media, as outlined in BNP's 31-point reform agenda. He said BNP has pledged to form a separate media reform commission and will take necessary measures based on the recommendations of all reform reports. Noting that a media reform commission has already been formed, Salahuddin Ahmed said BNP would also review the proposals submitted by that commission. Salahuddin said democracy and democratic institutions are strengthened in countries where media freedom is ensured. Among others present at the programme were Chakaria Upazila BNP President Enamul Haque, General Secretary M Mobarak Ali, Journalists Union Cox's Bazar President Nurul Islam Helali, Cox's Bazar Press Club President Mahbubur Rahman, and Journalists Union Cox's Bazar General Secretary SM Zafar.

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Bangabhaban staff Sarowar Alam remains in custody for nearly 18 hours after his detention over the alleged hacking of the Jamaat-e-Islami chief’s X account, police have said. Political tensions escalated after a “misogynistic” post appeared on the Jamaat chief’s X handle. Jamaat claimed the post was made on Saturday night after the party chief’s account was hacked. A general diary (GD) was filed with Hatirjheel Police over the allegation that the hacked account. However, no case has been filed in the matter as of Wednesday evening, even after Sarowar’s detention.

All regardless of religious identity must work for peaceful Bangladesh: Mirza AbbasMirza Abbas exchanges views with Christian community at St Mary’s Cathedral, calls for peaceful Bangladesh. Photo: BSSDHAKA, Feb 4, 2026 (BSS) - BNP standing committee member Mirza Abbas today said people from all walks of life regardless of their religious identity should come forward to build a beautiful and peaceful Bangladesh. All are equal citizens with equal rights," said Mirza Abbas, also the BNP nominated candidate for Dhaka-8 constituency. He said that although people of different religions live in Bangladesh, the Christian community is comparatively small in number. Mirza Abbas said that they should not underestimate themselves thinking their number of votes is small.

File photoDHAKA, Feb 04, 2026 (BSS) – In the last 24 hours, 12 more people have been admitted to hospitals with dengue fever across the country. Of the newly admitted patients, five are from Chattogram division (outside city corporation), two from Dhaka division (outside city corporation), one from Dhaka North City Corporation, two from Dhaka South City Corporation, and two from Mymensingh division (outside city corporation). Meanwhile, 14 were discharged from hospitals in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of discharged patients to 1,041 this year. So far, a total of 1,142 dengue cases have been reported this year, with 63.6% male and 36.4% female patients. Between January 1 and December 31, 2025, a total of 102,861 people were infected with dengue, and 413 died.

Navy Chief Admiral M Nazmul Hasan urges coordinated efforts during Kutubdia and Sandwip visit to ensure fear-free festive voting. During the visit to Kutubdia and Sandwip, the Navy Chief exchanged views with the civil administration, law enforcement agencies and election-related individuals. The navy chief said the Navy is conducting regular patrols and foot patrols. Navy ships, helicopters, Quick Response Force (QRF) and SWADS teams are always ready to deal with any situation that arises. The Bangladesh Navy is committed to holding a peaceful, fair, free and acceptable election, the ISPR added.

Jahangir Alam Chowdhury today spoke to journalists after holding a meeting titled “Law and Order Issues for the Proper Conduct of the 13th National Parliamentary Election and Referendum–2026” at the Rajshahi Jail Training Academy Auditorium. Jahangir Alam Chowdhury has said unprecedented security measures have been taken across the country centering the 13th National Parliamentary Election and the referendum. All the election-related officials from Rajshahi city and from all eight districts under the Rajshahi Division joined the meeting. Home Advisor Jahangir Alam Chowdhury said there is no concern regarding the election in this region. It will be peaceful.”He also informed that 100,000 members of the Bangladesh Army will be deployed nationwide during the election.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman today spoke at an election rally at the Shaheed Smriti Municipal Park, Tangail. Speaking at an election rally organised by Tangail district Jamaat-e-Islami at the Shaheed Smriti Municipal Park this afternoon, Dr Shafiqur Rahman said citizens must view the election from this perspective. “We have a historic responsibility in this election, and on February 12, a free and fair election will allow the nation to reclaim its rights,” he added. Regarding the referendum, the Jamaat Ameer said there are two votes. The rally, presided over by Tangail district Jamaat Ameer Ahsan Habib Masud, also was also addressed by district Jamaat Naib-e-Ameer Prof Khandakar Abdur Razzak, district Jamaat Secretary Md Humayun Kabir, NCP Dhaka divisional organisational secretary Saifullah Haider, and leaders and candidates of Jamaat-e-Islami and allied parties.