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Tarique Rahman Sworn in as Bangladesh’s Prime Minister; Om Birla Represents India at Ceremony

Bangladesh on Tuesday witnessed the swearing-in of Tarique Rahman, leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), as its new prime minister, signaling a fresh chapter after nearly 18 months of political uncertainty under the interim government led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus.

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Many voice hope that moment will mark move away from repression and unrest and a chance to revive economy

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The 'Battle of Begums' chapter ends: Bangladesh turns a new page with a nawab, Tarique Rahman

Bangladesh witnesses a seismic political shift as the 'battle of begums' era concludes. Sheikh Hasina is in exile, Khaleda Zia has passed away, paving the way for BNP scion Tarique Rahman's ascent. His return from a 17-year exile and subsequent electoral victory mark a new chapter, ushering in a generational…

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Om Birla meets new Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman, hands over PM Modi’s letter

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla represented India at the swearing-in of Bangladesh's new Prime Minister Tarique Rahman. He conveyed a personal congratulatory letter from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Rahman, son of former PM Khaleda Zia, took oath after a period of political uncertainty. This marks a new chapter for Bangladesh…

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Bangladesh new govt: Hindu leader inducted into Tarique Rahman’s cabinet - who is Nitai Roy Chowdhury?

Veteran politician Nitai Roy Chowdhury, a senior leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and a prominent Hindu minority face, was sworn in as a minister on Tuesday as the new government took office in Bangladesh.

The Times of India

Tarique Rahman Sworn In as Bangladesh PM, Marking Historic Political Shift After Decades of Rivalry

In a landmark political development, Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) chief Tarique Rahman was sworn in as the new Prime Minister of Bangladesh on Tuesday, marking a historic shift in the country’s political landscape.

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Tarique Rahman sworn in as Bangladesh Prime Minister

Tarique Rahman has been sworn in as Bangladesh's new Prime Minister, marking a significant shift after decades of female leadership. Son of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, Rahman returns from exile to lead the nation following the BNP's landslide victory in the recent general elections. His appointment signals a new…

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Yunus mentions 'Northeast' in speech as he bows out

On his last day as Bangladesh chief adviser, Muhammad Yunus on Monday claimed that the interim govt led by him has been able to firmly restore the country's sovereignty, national interests and dignity in foreign policy - an allusion to former PM Sheikh Hasina's proximity to India. "Bangladesh is no…

The Times of India

BNP chief Tarique Rahman to take oath today as Bangladesh PM after landslide victory

NEW DELHI: Bangladesh Nationalist Party chairman Tarique Rahman will take oath as the Prime Minister of Bangladesh on Tuesday, alongside newly elected Members of Parliament following Sheikh Hasina’s ouster in 2024.

The Times of India

Bangladesh invites 13 nations, including India, to BNP govt swearing-in; who’s on the list

Bangladesh's Nationalist Party (BNP), led by Tarique Rahman, is set to form a new government following a landslide victory in the 2026 general election. Leaders from 13 countries have been invited to the swearing-in ceremony, signaling the party's inclusive foreign policy. The BNP expressed gratitude for PM Modi's congratulatory message…

The Times of India

Bangladesh polls: Tarique Rahman's BNP plans to invite PM Modi to its swearing-in ceremony

PM Modi will be invited to the swearing-in ceremony of the new govt in Bangladesh led by BNP chief Tarique Rahman, who wants to engage constructively with India. Senior BNP functionaries indicated that Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif and other heads of govt of Saarc countries will also be invited.

The Times of India

Hardline outfit Jamaat-e-Islami alleges irregularities, calls for recount in 30 seats

Dhaka: Amid preparations by Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) to form the next govt, Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami on Saturday called for a recount in 30 constituencies for the 13th parliamentary election, alleging irregularities in the vote-counting process.

The Times of India

Bangladesh’s new cabinet to take oath on February 17

Newly elected members of Bangladesh parliament are set to take oath on February 17, Dhaka Tribune reported on Saturday. The cabinet members are scheduled to be sworn in later the same day, the the report said, citing Election Commission secretary Akhtar Ahmed.

The Times of India

'PM Modi should be invited': BNP's diplomatic tone ahead of Tarique Rahman's swearing-in

Bangladesh Nationalist Party leader ANM Ehsanul Hoque Milan suggested inviting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the swearing-in ceremony of BNP chief Tarique Rahman, who is set to become the next Prime Minister. The BNP secured a landslide victory in the general elections, marking their return to power after nearly…

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BNP’s landslide brings anti-India leaders to mainstream; casts shadow on Dhaka-Delhi ties

Bangladesh's elections bring the BNP to power with a decisive mandate, but the return of controversial leaders with past convictions and alleged anti-India links complicates regional ties. The new government's push for former PM Sheikh Hasina's extradition from India presents an immediate diplomatic challenge, signaling a potential shift in bilateral…

The Independent UK

Bangladesh's Tarique Rahman pledges to work for democracy after landslide victory in election

Bangladesh’s incoming leader says he will work to build a more democratic country, overcoming challenges related to weak institutions

The Times of India

'Interest of our people come first': What BNP chief Tarique Rahman said on Bangladesh's foreign policy on India

Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) chief Tarique Rahman on Saturday said that Dhaka’s foreign policy would be guided by the principle that “people come first,” including in its ties with India.

The Times of India

‘We must remain united’: BNP chief Tarique Rahman’s 1st address after Bangladesh win

Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) chief Tarique Rahman on Saturday called for national unity in his first address after the party’s sweeping victory in the parliamentary elections.

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'Hindu extremism and ... ': Big remark on India ties by adviser of BNP chairman Tarique Rahman after Bangladesh win

Bangladesh Nationalist Party chairman Tarique Rahman’s adviser Humayun Kabir on Saturday said that "Hindu extremism and far-right intolerance" are growing in India, describing radicalisation as a wider South Asian concern.

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Bangladesh polls: 4 from minority communities secure victory

Four candidates from religious minority communities have won seats in the Bangladesh elections, all representing the BNP. This outcome is significant given recent violence targeting the Hindu minority. Among the victors are former state minister Gayeswar Chandra Roy and BNP vice chairman Nitai Roy Chowdhury, who secured substantial victories.

The Times of India

We voted believing in democracy, hope new govt delivers justice: Dipu Das' kin

A family in Mymensingh cast their votes hoping for justice after their son, Dipu Chandra Das, was burnt alive last December. Dipu, a garment worker, was attacked by a mob over alleged blasphemy. His father expressed hope that the newly elected government will expedite the justice process for his son.

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Bangladesh polls: After Hasina, Delhi gears up for new regime in Dhaka; PM Modi dials Tarique Rahman

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated BNP chief Tarique Rahman on his party's election victory, signaling a shift in New Delhi's approach. While endorsing the poll process, India faces new security concerns with the rise of Jamaat-e-Islami. New Delhi aims to strengthen bilateral ties, focusing on peace, progress, and shared development…

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Bangladesh Nationalist party secures victory in first election since Sheikh Hasina’s ousting

The Bangladesh Nationalist party (BNP) has won a landslide majority in the country’s first election since an uprising ended the 15-year rule of Sheikh Hasina in 2024. Results from the election commission confirmed that the BNP alliance had secured 212 of the 297 parliamentary seats announced so far. The Islamist…

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'Deception and farce': Sheikh Hasina rejects Bangladesh poll results, calls it 'disgraceful chapter'

Former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina, living in exile, has branded the recent February 12 polls a 'pre-planned election of deception and farce.' She alleges widespread manipulation and unrealistic turnout figures. Meanwhile, her rival Khaleda Zia's party, the BNP, secured a significant victory, prompting calls for Hasina's extradition from India to…

The Times of India

India's Sheikh Hasina dilemma: Resurgent BNP seems set to press extradition demand - what are New Delhi's options?

As Bangladesh's new government, led by the BNP, takes charge of country's affair, it has called on India for the extradition of ousted former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, who is in New Delhi. This demand presents a significant diplomatic challenge for India. Dhaka says, it seeks a relationship based on…

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