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India and Bangladesh are taking steps to improve their relationship and enhance energy cooperation, following a recent general election in Bangladesh that saw Tarique Rahman’s BNP sweep to power.
Hospitals in Dhaka are experiencing a surge in measles patients, with the outbreak spreading across Bangladesh, prompting Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to order an urgent probe. The Health Minister attributes the vulnerability of children to a decline in vaccination campaigns.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended greetings to Tarique Rahman and the people of Bangladesh in anticipation of the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations.
Tarique Rahman has expressed gratitude to the nation for its support of Khaleda Zia, according to online.thedailystar.net, highlighting her ongoing political and personal challenges.
As New Delhi and Dhaka look to reset ties under the new Tarique Rahman-led Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) government, Bangladesh's envoy to India has proposed a cultural bridge between the two nations.
The new government led by Tarique Rahman has carried out changes in the armed forces and the International Crimes Tribunal, coinciding with an announcement to review legal cases against journalists and business persons after the August 2024 uprising.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Bangladesh's new prime minister Tarique Rahman on his electoral victory and appointment, extending an invitation to visit India. Modi highlighted the deep-rooted friendship and shared aspirations between the two nations, emphasizing mutual prosperity and security. He expressed eagerness to strengthen bilateral relations across various sectors.
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Bangladesh’s prime minister-to-be Tarique Rahman and lawmakers were sworn into parliament on Tuesday, becoming the first elected representatives since the recent elections.
Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal is set to attend the oath-taking ceremony of Bangladesh’s Prime Minister-elect Tarique Rahman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), who won a landslide victory in last week’s elections, the Foreign Office (FO) said on Monday.
The election was the first since a deadly 2024 uprising ousted the iron-fisted rule of Sheikh Hasina. Rahman is a scion of one of Bangladesh’s most powerful political dynasties.
In a statement issued today, the FO said that Iqbal will represent Pakistan at the oath-taking ceremony, scheduled to be held on February 17 in Dhaka.
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Bangladesh's PM-to-be Tarique Rahman has thanked those who fought for democracy, pledging to restore governance and fix 'broken' systems after his party swept the first polls since 2024.
Indian High Commissioner Pranay Verma met with Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on April 6, 2026, to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation between the two nations.
Bangladesh has solemnly observed Genocide Day, with discussions held in Khulna, and marked Independence Day with pride, bowing to martyrs and recalling the 1971 atrocities of Operation Searchlight, including a daughter's recollection of her father being taken.
PM Tarique of Bangladesh reiterates the government's firm commitment to equal rights for men and women and is reported to be continuing his work at the Prime Minister's Office over the weekend.
Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Sunday that the killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and members of his family was a "cynical" murder.
The Bangladesh government has reshuffled army officers for the second time in a week. High-level officers facing criticism for their alleged pro-Pakistan and pro-Jamaat roles have been transferred. This move strengthens the position of army chief Waker-Uz-Zaman. The government is also ending services of contractual appointees from the interim government, breaking old chains of influence.
As the new Bangladesh government moves into office, the two largest economies in the region, India and China, are stepping up outreach to the administration led by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman.
Bangladesh is undergoing a significant political transformation as the era dominated by Sheikh Hasina and Khaleda Zia, known as the 'battle of begums,' comes to an end, with Tarique Rahman emerging as a new leader.
Bangladesh recently held its first general election since the fall of the Sheikh Hasina government, with the BNP securing a victory that is anticipated to shape future policy trends in the country.
Bangladesh has invited Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend Tarique Rahman’s swearing-in as the country’s next leader, a gesture analysts say could help steady relations after months of strain between the neighbours.
Rahman’s Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) secured victory in last week’s national polls, paving the way for the long-time opposition leader to take office after years on the political sidelines.
Modi will not attend Tuesday’s ceremony because of prior commitments, but...
Indian Prime Minister Modi will not attend Tarique Rahman's swearing-in ceremony due to a scheduling conflict with a planned meeting with French President Macron in Mumbai.
Following a landslide election, analysts suggest a reset of India's relationship with a BNP-led Bangladesh is possible, while the country anticipates whether its new leader, Tarique Rahman, can bring change.
The BNP, led by Tarique Rahman, won a decisive mandate in February 2026, winning 209 of the 298 seats; its allies picked up another three seats, giving the block a clear majority in the 299-member…
Tarique, a political figure, has reportedly been continuing his office duties and attending meetings even on public holidays, according to a report from The Daily Star.
Bilal Erdoğan, son of the Turkish President, was the first visitor to the new Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Tarique Rahman, less than 24 hours after his inauguration, sending a message from Turkey to Dhaka that is being interpreted in diplomatic circles.
Just days after Tarique Rahman took over as Bangladesh's new prime minister, the South Asian nation's military witnessed a major reshuffle at the top level, including the appointment of a new chief of general staff (CGS).
Tarique Rahman has been sworn in as Bangladesh's new Prime Minister after leading the largest opposition party to a landslide victory in the December 12 general election, following the collapse of the previous government due to student protests. He faces high expectations to tackle corruption and create jobs, particularly among the younger generation.
Bangladesh swore in Tarique Rahman as its new prime minister following his party’s landslide victory in the first parliamentary elections since the massive 2024 uprising, a vote bi...
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Bangladesh's interim leader Muhammad Yunus stepped down on Monday before handing over to an elected government led by the Bangladesh Nationalist Party and its leader Tarique Rahman. Bangladeshi voters held national elections and endorsed sweeping democratic reforms via referendum in February following the overthrow of Sheikh Hasina and her iron-fisted government.
Bangladesh's 13th National Election on February 12 saw significant voter participation, including first-time voters, and reports of irregularities. The BNP emerged victorious, leading to the swearing-in of new MPs and calls for investigations into post-election violence.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and other Indian officials will attend the swearing-in ceremony of Bangladesh's Prime Minister-elect Tarique Rahman, following his party's landslide victory.
Bangladesh held its first election since the overthrow of Sheikh Hasina, with the BNP winning and concerns raised over the rise of an Islamist party and women's freedoms.
