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The Partyless Meritocratic Democracy (PMD) Model for Bangladesh aims to eliminate dynastic politics and corruption by banning political parties and introducing independent candidacies. Candidates represent localities with unique voting symbols, fostering voter awareness of individual merit. Parliamentary groups are anonymized, ensuring decentralized governance, while safeguards prevent corruption, promoting genuine democratic participation.
Tarique Rahman promises era of clean politics as Bangladesh holds first election since fall of Hasina
Jailed then exiled in London, Rahman returns home as the main contender to be next prime minister of Bangladesh. Tarique…
Plan to end government shutdown survives key House hurdle after Trump quells GOP rebellion threats
The Senate’s compromise to end the ongoing partial government shutdown survived an important hurdle on Monday night, teeing up the legislation for…
The Dhaka Realignment: A Special Investigation into the Strategic Rapprochement Between Washington and Jamaat-e-Islami in Post-Hasina Bangladesh
In the mid-2020s, South Asia’s geopolitical landscape shifted dramatically with Sheikh Hasina’s ousting in Bangladesh, leading to the rise of Jamaat-e-Islami as a key political player. The United States’ engagement with this historically marginalized Islamist party reflects a strategy to counter Chinese influence, yet raises concerns about stability and minority rights ahead of the 2026 elections.
Stumps Drawn on Diplomacy: How the Mustafizur Ban Ignited a Firestorm of National Pride in Bangladesh (Dhaka/New Delhi) — In…
INVESTIGATION: The Rise of the “New Syndicate” – BNP’s Post-Revolution Crimes and the India Factor
DHAKA (Special Correspondent) — As the dust settles on the “Monsoon Revolution” of August 2024, a disturbing pattern has emerged…
The Senate Judiciary Committee commenced hearings on the bipartisan “Artificial Intelligence Safety and Transparency Act of 2026,” aimed at creating federal standards for AI watermarking, data privacy, and algorithmic accountability. Senator Richard Blumenthal emphasized the need for regulation amid concerns that such measures might hinder innovation and benefit foreign competitors.
WASHINGTON D.C. (Politico) — As the 119th Congress reconvenes, the balance of power in the House of Representatives is in flux following a series of high-profile resignations.
Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy announced today that special elections will be scheduled to fill the seats of Rep.…
WASHINGTON D.C. (Politico) — Tuesday, January 13, 2026 President Trump met with top oil and gas executives at the White…
WASHINGTON D.C. (Reuters) — Monday, January 12, 2026 Facing a challenging political landscape, Congressional Democrats are launching a coordinated effort…