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Hasina’s Awami League secures 167 of 227 seats, indicating she will be elected prime minister for a fifth time

The general ruled Dhaka for nearly a decade before being ousted in 1990

Assuming control of political dynasties, women have overcome entrenched misogyny to emerge as leaders in conservative states

Opposition demands new vote after Awami League Party wins 288 of 300 seats in parliament

Bangladesh Nationalist Party claims 152 of 300 opposition candidates have been attacked on campaign trail

In Bangladesh, a growing rift between ‘Bengali’ and ‘Bangladeshi’ nationalists

There are currently 30 charges pending against Khaleda Zia, with her party claiming all the cases are fabricated.

A look at the factors behind the recent surge in Islamist violence in South Asian nation.

Should Pakistan move against Bangladesh?

Thousands of people who reside in non-state enclaves will now be allowed to choose either Indian or Bengali nationality.

Opposition party had boycotted Dhaka’s mayoral election, claiming it was rigged.

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina terms incident ‘drama’ to fuel tensions ahead of local polls.

Khaleda Zia’s freedom, three months after she was detained, eases tensions in Dhaka.

Government claims ongoing unrest has cost the country an estimated 1.2 trillion taka.

Opposition leader says current prime minister has turned the country into a one-party system.

Bangladesh turmoil continues as rival political parties continue waging war on each other.

Opposition leader warns situation can worsen if new elections are not held promptly.

Twenty opposition parties boycotted last year’s elections, terming them a ‘farce.’

Analysts say the Islamist party must acknowledge its role in 1971 war to survive as a viable political entity.

Awami League candidate remains defiant as international community, opposition call for fresh polls.