Elections in 60 municipalities today amid tensions

'Full govt backing to EC for fair vote'

News Report: Sixty municipalities across the country are going to the polls today in the second phase of staggered voting for elections to the local-government bodies, against a red rearview created by some clashes. Four people, all reportedly ruling-party supporters, have died in internecine clashes between the Awami League-nominated and rebel candidates. The deaths were reported from Chattogram and Jhenidah. Awami League General Secretary and Road Transport and Bridges Minister Obaidul Quader Friday assured the government would extend " all-out support" to the Election Commission (EC) in holding the second- phase municipality polls "in a peaceful and fair manner likewise the previous elections". “The government will not interf...  read more>>