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  Tarique Rahman, BNP leader, takes oath as Bangladesh's new Prime Minister

  World | February 17, 2026 16:51 IST

  President Mohammed Shahabuddin administered the oath of office to Tarique Rahman and his initial cabinet. The ceremony was held at the National Parliament complex’s South Plaza to accommodate a massive guest list of approximately 1,200 attendees.

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  No room for politics of vengeance: Tarique Rahman's big message ahead of oath-taking ceremony today

  World | February 17, 2026 8:36 IST

  The BNP secured 209 out of 297 seats, giving it a strong mandate to form the government. Jamaat-e-Islami won 68 seats, while the Awami League did not contest the polls. Political observers describe the results as a decisive shift in Bangladesh’s political landscape.

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  Bangladesh Election: BNP nears two-thirds majority with 207 seats, set to form next government

  World | February 13, 2026 7:20 IST

  The polls were held to choose a new government to replace the interim administration led by Muhammad Yunus, which assumed power 18 months ago following the fall of the Awami League government in August 2024.

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  Tarique Rahman wins both constituencies as counting of votes continues for Bangladesh elections

  World | February 13, 2026 0:02 IST

  The counting of votes was underway on Thursday after Bangladeshis cast ballots in the crucial general elections to elect a new government to replace the interim administration, which took charge after the collapse of the Awami League regime in August 2024.

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  Bangladesh Election 2026: Can BNP's Tarique Rahman ride anti-Hasina wave to form next govt?

  World | February 11, 2026 19:41 IST

  Bangladesh's 2026 general election is its most crucial vote in decades and the first since Sheikh Hasina's exit. With the Awami League weakened, the BNP and Tarique Rahman are gaining strong momentum. The general election is set to be held on February 12 in the country.

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  BNP vs Jamaat-led alliance: Who will determine Bangladesh's political future?

  World | February 11, 2026 14:16 IST

  The BNP, led by Tarique Rahman, is seen as a slight frontrunner due to its past governance experience and focus on reforms, jobs and corruption. Jamaat, backed by a Gen-Z political group, is mounting a strong challenge and could record a significant performance.

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  Bangladesh Election: Security heightened as over 50% polling centres labelled 'risk-prone'

  World | February 11, 2026 8:42 IST

  According to police estimates, around 24,000 of the country’s nearly 43,000 polling centres have been marked as either “high” or “moderate” risk. In Dhaka alone, 1,614 out of 2,131 centres have been identified as sensitive.

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  Bangladesh Election: How different political outcomes could reshape New Delhi-Dhaka ties

  World | February 07, 2026 9:52 IST

  Relations between India and Bangladesh have worsened over the past year under interim leader Muhammad Yunus, who has occasionally expressed closeness to Pakistan and China. Issues such as border security, trade and regional stability are closely linked to Bangladesh’s domestic political landscape.

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  Khaleda Zia in 'extremely critical' condition, says doctor; Tarique Rahman visits ailing mother

  World | December 28, 2025 12:07 IST

  BNP’s acting chairman Tarique Rahman returned home after nearly two decades abroad. Rahman arrived at Dhaka’s Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport from London on Thursday, accompanied by his wife, Zubaida Rahman, and their daughter, Zaima Rahman.

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  Amid widespread anti-Hindu violence, what Tarique Rahman's return to Bangladesh means for India

  Explainers | December 25, 2025 13:38 IST

  Events in Bangladesh are under close watch in New Delhi. During Sheikh Hasina’s tenure, Dhaka maintained strong ties with India, kept Pakistan at a distance and carefully balanced its relationship with China. Since her removal from office, things have been the opposite under Muhammad Yunus.

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  Yunus mulls resignation, protests might rock Dhaka again: Check what in store for Bangladesh

  World | May 23, 2025 14:29 IST

  Several political parties, including the Bangladesh Nationalist Party, have been demanding parliamentary elections by December. However, the NCP wants fundamental reforms before the elections.

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  Sheikh Hasina's extradition crucial for 'new chapter' of India-Bangladesh relations: BNP

  World | August 31, 2024 15:31 IST

  BNP Secretary-General Mirza Fakhrul Alamgir said Hasina's return will be a 'new leaf' in India-Bangladesh bilateral relations, otherwise the relationship will decline. India has so far not given a clear answer on how long it intends to shelter Hasina after her ouster during student-led protests.

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  'India must leave baggage of past...': BNP leader urges New Delhi to relook at ties with Bangladesh

  World | August 29, 2024 21:04 IST

  BNP leader Amir Khasru Chowdhury said Bangladesh wants strong ties with India and the latter has to leave the baggage of the past to relook at bilateral relations. He also called the attacks on Hindus an "internal matter" of Bangladesh and refuted rumours of a fallout between New Delhi and Dhaka.

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  Bangladesh unrest escalates: Protesters set jail on fire, free hundreds of inmates

  World | July 19, 2024 20:52 IST

  In a dramatic escalation of student protests in Bangladesh, demonstrators stormed a jail in Narsingdi, freeing hundreds of inmates and setting the facility on fire. A police officer confirmed the incident, and a resident witnessed prisoners fleeing with their belongings.

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  Is Bangladesh turning into Maldives amid 'India Out' campaign? Will it impact trade relations?

  World | April 02, 2024 13:01 IST

  The anti-India or "India Out" campaign in Bangladesh is not new. However, the opposition BNP leaders have increased the campaign after witnessing Maldives President Muizzu's success in the Presidential polls.

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  PM Modi congratulates his Bangladesh counterpart Sheikh Hasina on historic fourth consecutive term

  India | January 08, 2024 19:10 IST

  Bangladesh Elections 2024: This election marks the second-lowest turnout since Bangladesh restored democracy in 1991, with the lowest recorded in the controversial February 1996 polls at 26.5%.

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  Bangladesh Polls: PM Hasina set to win record fourth term; Opposition alliance rejects polls, demands fresh vote

  World | December 30, 2018 22:20 IST

  Hasina is aiming for a record fourth term as prime minister with her Awami League opening up a big lead in early results following a tense vote.  

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  Zia must be punished for causing deaths: Sheikh Hasina

  World | March 07, 2015 22:13 IST

  Dhaka: Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today said her arch-rival Khaleda Zia must get “punishment” for the deaths of innocent people during the two-month-long violent anti-government protests by her party that has claimed 115 lives.“She

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  Bangladesh strike extended for two more days

  World | February 10, 2015 17:11 IST

  Dhaka: The Bangladesh Nationalist Party-led 20-Party alliance has stretched its ongoing general strike by two more days, media reported on Tuesday.The statement issued by BNP's joint secretary general Salahuddin Ahmed said the shutdown will be

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  Bangladesh opposition to organize protest rallies tomorrow

  World | November 29, 2013 14:55 IST

  Dhaka: Bangladesh's opposition party BNP and its allies have announced fresh protest rallies tomorrow across the country to push for the postponement of elections after its three-day strike ended today leaving 21 people dead.  The