India and Bangladesh are discussing new dates for Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s first official visit to New Delhi, with one window around 21 August and another in the first week of September under active consideration, people in the know of the developments have said.The invitation was first extended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a telephone conversation after Rahman’s February election victory. New Delhi later renewed the offer in Rahman’s capacity as BIMSTEC chair, inviting him to attend the BRICS Summit in Delhi in September.&nbsp;No final dates have been locked in so far. Officials from the two countries are looking at domestic political calendars and the need for substantive outcomes from Rahman's India visit. The MEA has maintained that the invitation remains open and that India values a stable, productive partnership with Bangladesh.&nbsp;This week has seen intense diplomatic activity aimed at stabilising relations. On 10 August, India’s High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Dinesh Trivedi, called on Prime Minister Rahman and separately met the home minister in Dhaka. Concurrently, the chief of India’s Research and Analysis Wing, Parag Jain, was in the Bangladeshi capital for consultations. The following day, High Commissioner Trivedi returned to Delhi and briefed PM Modi. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) publicly restated the invitation for Rahman to participate in the BRICS summit.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/shortcuts-will-cut-you-short-pm-modi-urges-youth-to-look-beyond-social-media-reels-and-read-autobiographies-1786512120120">‘Shortcuts will cut you short’: PM Modi urges youth to look beyond social media reels and read autobiographies</a>Relations between the two neighbours have seen a focus on resetting since a new government took charge in Bangladesh earlier this year. Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Trivedi earlier this month also met the country's Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Iqbal Hassan Mahmood to discuss ways of strengthening bilateral cooperation in the power and energy sectors. During the meeting, Dhaka sought more diesel from India, Bangladeshi media reports said.The flurry of contacts comes against a backdrop of areas of friction as well. Dhaka has expressed "outrage" over the continued presence in India of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina and a virtual press conference she held on 5 August. In a strongly worded statement, the Bangladesh government condemned the event and the platform provided to Hasina. The MEA responded by distancing itself from the remarks made during the press conference, stating that India did not endorse the comments.

No final dates have been locked in so far. Officials from the two countries are looking at domestic political calendars and the need for substantive outcomes from Rahman's India visit. 

India and Bangladesh are discussing new dates for Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s first official visit to New Delhi, with one window around 21 August and another in the first week of September under active consideration, people in the know of the developments have said. The invitation was first extended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a telephone conversation after Rahman’s February election victory. New Delhi later renewed the offer in Rahman’s capacity as BIMSTEC chair, inviting him to attend the BRICS Summit in Delhi in September. No final dates have been locked in so far. Officials from the two countries are looking at domestic political calendars and the need for substantive outcomes from Rahman's India visit. The MEA has maintained that the invitation remains open and that India values a stable, productive partnership with Bangladesh. This week has seen intense diplomatic activity aimed at stabilising relations. On 10 August, India’s High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Dinesh Trivedi, called on Prime Minister Rahman and separately met the home minister in Dhaka. Concurrently, the chief of India’s Research and Analysis Wing, Parag Jain, was in the Bangladeshi capital for consultations. The following day, High Commissioner Trivedi returned to Delhi and briefed PM Modi. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) publicly restated the invitation for Rahman to participate in the BRICS summit. Also read | ‘Shortcuts will cut you short’: PM Modi urges youth to look beyond social media reels and read autobiographies Relations between the two neighbours have seen a focus on resetting since a new government took charge in Bangladesh earlier this year. Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Trivedi earlier this month also met the country's Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Iqbal Hassan Mahmood to discuss ways of strengthening bilateral cooperation in the power and energy sectors. During the meeting, Dhaka sought more diesel from India, Bangladeshi media reports said. The flurry of contacts comes against a backdrop of areas of friction as well. Dhaka has expressed "outrage" over the continued presence in India of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina and a virtual press conference she held on 5 August. In a strongly worded statement, the Bangladesh government condemned the event and the platform provided to Hasina. The MEA responded by distancing itself from the remarks made during the press conference, stating that India did not endorse the comments.

No final dates have been locked in so far. Officials from the two countries are looking at domestic political calendars and the need for substantive outcomes from Rahman's India visit.&nbsp;

India and Bangladesh explore fresh dates for PM Rahman’s Delhi visit

Bangladesh is witnessing another major political transition as President Mohammad Shahabuddin is set to resign halfway through his five-year term. Reports suggest the government urged him to step down due to his long-standing association with former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, whose Awami League government was ousted during the 2024 student-led uprising. The resignation comes just days after Sheikh Hasina announced plans to return to Bangladesh later this year despite her conviction by the country's war crimes tribunal, which she denies. Parliament Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmed is expected to serve as interim president until a successor is elected.

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Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has arrived in Dalian, China, to attend the World Economic Forum's Summer Davos gathering. The visit marks Rahman's first WEF participation since assuming office and comes at a crucial time for Bangladesh's economic and investment ambitions. Rahman is expected to hold several bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the summit, including a high-profile engagement with Chinese President Xi Jinping.


Tarique Rahman Attends 'Summer Davos' in China's Dalian, to Meet Xi 

Bangladesh observed Genocide Day with tributes and renewed calls for justice, as Prime Minister Tarique Rahman honoured the victims of 1971 and stressed the need to build a truly democratic nation. Reflecting on the legacy of Operation Searchlight, Rahman criticised the brutality of the crackdown while urging unity and accountability.


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Bangladesh has resumed full visa and consular services at its missions in India, including in New Delhi, Agartala, and Siliguri, as ties take a positive turn. Services had been suspended since late December 2025 amid security concerns and protests near diplomatic premises. The suspension began on 22 December, when the Bangladesh High Commission in Delhi and the Assistant High Commission in Agartala halted consular operations indefinitely, citing "unavoidable circumstances". The visa application centre in Siliguri followed suit shortly after.


India-Bangladesh Ties: Bangladesh Resumes Full Visa & Consular Services in India

BREAKING: Visa, Consular Services Resume at Bangladesh Missions

Tarique Rahman has now taken oath as Prime Minister after previously serving as a special advisor in the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus. The development marks a major political shift in Bangladesh, signalling the transition from an interim setup to a new leadership phase with significant implications for the country’s governance, policy direction and regional politics.


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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has sent a formal letter to Bangladesh’s newly sworn-in Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, inviting him to visit India.

The outreach signals New Delhi’s intent to maintain strong bilateral ties amid Bangladesh’s political transition. The move comes at a crucial time as Dhaka navigates internal political shifts and regional diplomatic recalibrations.

Tarique Rahman Sworn In As Bangladesh PM | Power Shift In Dhaka 

Tarique Rahman, chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), is set to take oath as Prime Minister of Bangladesh, marking the party’s return to power after 20 years. This historic transition highlights a new chapter in Bangladesh’s political landscape, strengthening democratic processes and signaling potential changes in domestic and regional policies.


BNP Returns to Power After 20 Years: Rahman Govt to Include 25 Ministers

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended warm congratulations to Bangladesh's newly appointed Prime Minister Tarique Rahman following the Bangladesh Nationalist Party's (BNP) landslide victory in the recent parliamentary elections. In a formal letter handed over to Rahman by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, who attended the oath-taking ceremony in Dhaka on Tuesday, Indian PM praised the BNP leader's success and invited him to visit India.&nbsp;The BNP secured a commanding majority, with Rahman sworn in as prime minister after his party won over 200 seats in the 300-member Jatiya Sangsad."I extend my warmest congratulations to you on the victory of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party at the just concluded parliamentary elections in Bangladesh and on your appointment as the next Prime Minister of Bangladesh," PM Modi wrote.&nbsp;&nbsp;He added: “I wish you every success as you assume the high responsibilities of this office. Your victory is a testimony to the trust and confidence reposed by the people of Bangladesh in your leadership and their mandate for your vision to take the country forward on the path of peace, stability and prosperity.” The Indian PM emphasised the deep historical bonds between the neighbours: "As two close neighbours, India and Bangladesh have a deep-rooted friendship founded on shared history, cultural ties, and the aspirations of our peoples for peace and prosperity. The strong convergence between our respective developmental priorities shall serve as a guiding principle for our future cooperation."&nbsp;He expressed eagerness for enhanced ties: "I look forward to working closely with you to strengthen our multifaceted bilateral relations, enhance regional cooperation, and advance our common goals in wide-ranging areas of connectivity, trade, technology, education, skill development, energy, healthcare, as well as cultural and people-to-people exchanges."&nbsp;Highlighting mutual benefits, he stated: “As two fast-growing economies and aspiring societies, India and Bangladesh can truly become catalysts for each other's sustainable growth, work for each other's security and enable mutual prosperity.” Modi personally invited Rahman and his family: “I take this opportunity to invite you, along with Dr. Zubaida Rahman and your daughter Zaima, on a visit to India at a mutually convenient time. A warm welcome awaits you in India.” The letter concluded with best wishes: "Please accept, Excellency, my best wishes for your good health and success, and for the continued progress and prosperity of the people of Bangladesh."&nbsp;Birla's presence at the ceremony, where he met Rahman and conveyed the invitation, shows India's engagement with the new administration. The oath-taking marked a historic shift, ending decades dominated by female leaders from the Awami League and BNP dynasties. Rahman's rise follows years in exile in London and his return after his mother Khaleda Zia's death.

PM Modi writes to Bangladesh PM Rahman: 'Warm welcome awaits you in India'

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended warm congratulations to Bangladesh's newly appointed Prime Minister Tarique Rahman following the Bangladesh Nationalist Party's (BNP) landslide victory in the recent parliamentary elections. In a formal letter handed over to Rahman by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, who attended the oath-taking ceremony in Dhaka on Tuesday, Indian PM praised the BNP leader's success and invited him to visit India. The BNP secured a commanding majority, with Rahman sworn in as prime minister after his party won over 200 seats in the 300-member Jatiya Sangsad."I extend my warmest congratulations to you on the victory of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party at the just concluded parliamentary elections in Bangladesh and on your appointment as the next Prime Minister of Bangladesh," PM Modi wrote. He added: “I wish you every success as you assume the high responsibilities of this office. Your victory is a testimony to the trust and confidence reposed by the people of Bangladesh in your leadership and their mandate for your vision to take the country forward on the path of peace, stability and prosperity.” The Indian PM emphasised the deep historical bonds between the neighbours: "As two close neighbours, India and Bangladesh have a deep-rooted friendship founded on shared history, cultural ties, and the aspirations of our peoples for peace and prosperity. The strong convergence between our respective developmental priorities shall serve as a guiding principle for our future cooperation." He expressed eagerness for enhanced ties: "I look forward to working closely with you to strengthen our multifaceted bilateral relations, enhance regional cooperation, and advance our common goals in wide-ranging areas of connectivity, trade, technology, education, skill development, energy, healthcare, as well as cultural and people-to-people exchanges." Highlighting mutual benefits, he stated: “As two fast-growing economies and aspiring societies, India and Bangladesh can truly become catalysts for each other's sustainable growth, work for each other's security and enable mutual prosperity.” Modi personally invited Rahman and his family: “I take this opportunity to invite you, along with Dr. Zubaida Rahman and your daughter Zaima, on a visit to India at a mutually convenient time. A warm welcome awaits you in India.” The letter concluded with best wishes: "Please accept, Excellency, my best wishes for your good health and success, and for the continued progress and prosperity of the people of Bangladesh." Birla's presence at the ceremony, where he met Rahman and conveyed the invitation, shows India's engagement with the new administration. The oath-taking marked a historic shift, ending decades dominated by female leaders from the Awami League and BNP dynasties. Rahman's rise follows years in exile in London and his return after his mother Khaleda Zia's death.

The BNP secured a commanding majority, with Rahman sworn in as prime minister after his party won over 200 seats in the 300-member Jatiya Sangsad

Tarique Rahman is sworn in as the next Prime Minister of Bangladesh after a landslide victory in the national polls.

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New Era for India-Bangladesh Relations: With the new government in Bangladesh led by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, India is hopeful for strengthened diplomatic ties, trade cooperation, and people-to-people relations. This political transition marks a potential new chapter in India-Bangladesh relations, fostering collaboration in diplomacy, commerce, and regional development. 


Bangladesh Elections: Will Tarique Rahman Clear Muddied Waters With India?

Tarique Rahman was sworn in as Bangladesh’s Prime Minister on Tuesday (February 17), taking charge of the country’s first elected government since the deadly 2024 uprising. The 60-year-old leader now faces a formidable agenda that includes restoring security, bridging deep political divisions, and reviving an economy shaken by prolonged unrest in the world’s second-largest garment exporter.&nbsp;Rahman succeeds an interim administration that governed the country of 170 million people for 18 months following the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. During a ceremony held outside parliament and broadcast on state television, President Mohammed Shahabuddin administered the oath of office. Pledging to uphold the law and faithfully carry out his duties, Rahman described his party’s landslide win in the February 12 election as a triumph for democracy and for citizens who had struggled to defend it. Leader of the BNP and heir to a powerful political dynasty, he secured a commanding mandate that he says will be used to stabilise the country and restore economic growth after months of turmoil that unsettled investors.&nbsp;Rahman stressed the need for unity in a nation long marked by intense political rivalry. He acknowledged inheriting a weakened economy, fragile institutions, and deteriorating law and order, which he attributed to years of authoritarian rule. Following his swearing-in, members of his cabinet took their oaths, after lawmakers had earlier been sworn into parliament by Chief Election Commissioner AMM Nasir Uddin and selected Rahman as their parliamentary leader.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-eyes-major-rafale-expansion-deal-amid-macron-modi-meeting-check-top-agenda-on-table-1771308383211">India eyes major Rafale expansion deal amid Macron-Modi meeting: Check top agenda on table</a><h2>Political landscape</h2>Rahman’s return to power marks a dramatic comeback. He came back to Bangladesh only in December after spending 17 years in exile in the United Kingdom. The BNP-led alliance captured 212 seats in parliament, far ahead of the 77 won by the Jamaat-e-Islami-led bloc. Jamaat, which significantly increased its representation and now holds more than a quarter of parliamentary seats, has contested results in 32 constituencies. Still, its leader, Shafiqur Rahman, pledged that the party would act as a vigilant and peaceful opposition.&nbsp;Hasina’s Awami League was barred from participating in the vote and from exile in India, Hasina, who was sentenced to death in absentia for crimes against humanity, condemned the election as illegitimate. In contrast, India welcomed the BNP’s decisive victory, signaling a shift after previously strained relations.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/-tehran-producer-dana-eden-found-dead-in-athens-hotel-1771316982848/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/-tehran-producer-dana-eden-found-dead-in-athens-hotel-1771316982848/embed</a>&nbsp;Women’s representation remained limited, with only seven directly elected, though an additional 50 reserved seats will be distributed proportionally among parties. Four lawmakers from minority communities secured seats, including two from the Hindu minority, which accounts for about seven percent of the predominantly Muslim population. Although tensions ran high in the lead-up to the vote, election day proceeded largely peacefully, and the aftermath has been relatively calm. Analysts suggest that effective economic management will be key to consolidating stability and enabling the government to address broader challenges.

Tarique Rahman sworn in as Bangladesh's new PM after massive win

Tarique Rahman was sworn in as Bangladesh’s Prime Minister on Tuesday (February 17), taking charge of the country’s first elected government since the deadly 2024 uprising. The 60-year-old leader now faces a formidable agenda that includes restoring security, bridging deep political divisions, and reviving an economy shaken by prolonged unrest in the world’s second-largest garment exporter. Rahman succeeds an interim administration that governed the country of 170 million people for 18 months following the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. During a ceremony held outside parliament and broadcast on state television, President Mohammed Shahabuddin administered the oath of office. Pledging to uphold the law and faithfully carry out his duties, Rahman described his party’s landslide win in the February 12 election as a triumph for democracy and for citizens who had struggled to defend it. Leader of the BNP and heir to a powerful political dynasty, he secured a commanding mandate that he says will be used to stabilise the country and restore economic growth after months of turmoil that unsettled investors. Rahman stressed the need for unity in a nation long marked by intense political rivalry. He acknowledged inheriting a weakened economy, fragile institutions, and deteriorating law and order, which he attributed to years of authoritarian rule. Following his swearing-in, members of his cabinet took their oaths, after lawmakers had earlier been sworn into parliament by Chief Election Commissioner AMM Nasir Uddin and selected Rahman as their parliamentary leader. Also Read: India eyes major Rafale expansion deal amid Macron-Modi meeting: Check top agenda on table Political landscape Rahman’s return to power marks a dramatic comeback. He came back to Bangladesh only in December after spending 17 years in exile in the United Kingdom. The BNP-led alliance captured 212 seats in parliament, far ahead of the 77 won by the Jamaat-e-Islami-led bloc. Jamaat, which significantly increased its representation and now holds more than a quarter of parliamentary seats, has contested results in 32 constituencies. Still, its leader, Shafiqur Rahman, pledged that the party would act as a vigilant and peaceful opposition. Hasina’s Awami League was barred from participating in the vote and from exile in India, Hasina, who was sentenced to death in absentia for crimes against humanity, condemned the election as illegitimate. In contrast, India welcomed the BNP’s decisive victory, signaling a shift after previously strained relations. https://www.wionews.com/videos/-tehran-producer-dana-eden-found-dead-in-athens-hotel-1771316982848/embed Women’s representation remained limited, with only seven directly elected, though an additional 50 reserved seats will be distributed proportionally among parties. Four lawmakers from minority communities secured seats, including two from the Hindu minority, which accounts for about seven percent of the predominantly Muslim population. Although tensions ran high in the lead-up to the vote, election day proceeded largely peacefully, and the aftermath has been relatively calm. Analysts suggest that effective economic management will be key to consolidating stability and enabling the government to address broader challenges.

The BNP secured a sweeping win in the recently concluded Bangladesh elections. Tarique Rahman was sworn in as the new PM of the country by President Mohammed Shahabuddin

Tarique Rahman, chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), is set to take oath as Prime Minister of Bangladesh, marking the party’s return to power after 20 years. This historic transition highlights a new chapter in Bangladesh’s political landscape, strengthening democratic processes and signaling potential changes in domestic and regional policies.

BNP Returns to Power: Tarique Rahman Set to Become PM of Bangladesh

The 13th parliamentary elections in Bangladesh has given a stunning mandate to Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and Tarique Rahman, belonging to one of the most powerful political family in the country, who returned to the country after 17 years in exile, is set to become the prime minister. This was the first elections in the country in the absence of ‘Two Begums.’ Khaleda Zia is no more and Sheikh Hasina is in India after she was ousted from power in 2024 uprising. Ahead of the polls, Tarique Rahman had pitched for a “new Bangladesh" and it is quite evident that the voters trusted him. However, will he make space for Awami League (AL) and Sheikh Hasina in his new Bangladesh? This is a question that analysts say would define the politics of Bangladesh in coming days. Going by the pattern, vendetta has been a large part of the country's mainstream politics. Whether Tarique Rahman also follows the old patterns or proves himself to be different, only time can tell. For now, Rahman has said that Hasina's extradition from India would depend on the legal process. Senior leader from his party Salahuddin Ahmed, however, confirmed that the party will formally urge India to hand over Hasina to stand trial.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/bangladesh-s-next-pm-tarique-rahman-faces-major-challenges-ahead-1771256685508/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/bangladesh-s-next-pm-tarique-rahman-faces-major-challenges-ahead-1771256685508/embed</a>&nbsp;<h2>The Rise of Jamaat</h2>Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) has won 68 seats and secured approximately 31.76 per cent votes. Its total seat count along with allies is 11. Jamaat chief Shafiqur Rahman called this performance a foundation and not a setback even as the party fell short of forming the next Bangladeshi government. But why does Shafiqur Rahman sees this performance by Jamaat as a foundation? It is because electorally this is indeed Jamaat's best performance ever. The party did not contest polls in between 2014 to 2018. In 2008, it secured only 4.7 per cent votes and two seats. It's previous best performance was in 1991 when the party won 18 seats and got a vote share of approximately 12 per cent.&nbsp;&nbsp;Jamaat actively supported the student uprising against Hasina in 2024. Jamaat-backed student organisations popularised the party's idealogy among GenZs. Its pre-poll alliance with The National Citizen Party (NCP), formed by prominent student leaders like Nahid Islam and Hasnat Abdullah, who played a key role in 2024 student uprising, helped the party to build its own grassroots base. Its popularity rose with the support of several Islamist groups that came to forefront after Hasina's exit. The public anger against India in post-Hasina Bangladesh also helped Jamaat even as the party adopted a more inclusive image and went on to field a Hindu candidate. With public sentiments largely in its favour, the growth story of Jamaat continues even after the poll loss.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bangladesh-invites-india-and-12-other-nations-to-tarique-rahman-s-cabinet-oath-ceremony-1771096731770">Bangladesh invites India and 12 other nations to Tarique Rahman’s cabinet oath ceremony</a>&nbsp;Tarique Rahman may well be aware of Jamaat's growth story. Even before his swearing-in, he met Jamaat's chief Shafiqur Rahman to cajole his support. Though Shafiqur Rahman has extended his party's support for now, it has added a rider, saying it would speak in matters where accountability is required. &nbsp;Ideologically, Jamaat is opposite to both AL and BNP as it has historically not supported the existence of a secular Bangladesh. With the rise of Islamists in the country rife with multiple incidents of attacks on minorities, it is important for Tarique Rahman to keep the rise of Jamaat in check. The absence of Hasina's AL from the political scenario only gives Jamaat a vacant space to fill, Rahman should know.<h2>AL voters who have trusted BNP</h2>In the recently concluded elections, BNP has successfully filled the vacuum created due to the absence of AL. Several analysts pointed out that a significant segment of the AL voter base shifted their support to the BNP. As per a pre-poll analysis, approximately 48.2 per cent of former AL voters indicated support for the BNP. For AL voters, BNP was a natural choice as both BNP and AL are based on the secular and nationalist foundations of the 1971 Liberation War. Tarique Rahman’s pitch for a "equal Bangladesh" with place for all proved to be a safe option than staunch Islamist conservatism of Jamaat. With the AL gone, the BNP remained the only centrist party with the organisational capacity to form a stable government, attracting voters who prioritised governance over ideology. Now, these voters wants Tarique Rahman to avoid past vendetta and give them a chance in the new Bangladesh that he is building.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/did-bjp-actually-won-in-bangladesh-elections-here-s-the-truth-1771147183190">Did BJP actually win a seat in Bangladesh Elections? Here's the truth</a><h3>Khaleda vs Hasina&nbsp;</h3>Analysts point out that Tarique Rahman has witnessed the injustice done to his family by Hasina and he might not be open to provide her concessions yet. As Hasina consolidated her power after 2008 elections, barrage of cases against Khaleda Zia followed. In 2011, the neutral caretaker government system, that oversaw elections, was abolished. The BNP cried foul and boycotted the 2014 and 2024 general elections. Reports of ballot stuffing occurring the night before official voting surfaced after 2018 election. In the same year, Zia was sentenced to 17 years in prison in the Zia Orphanage Trust and Zia Charitable Trust cases.&nbsp;&nbsp;The three-time PM was sent to an abandoned Old Dhaka Central Jail where she served as the only inmate for over two years. Despite her rank as a former PM and senior citizen, the BNP alleged she was initially denied "division" status. In March 2020, her sentence was suspended due to ill health, but she was moved to house arrest with strict conditions, including a ban on political activity. Moreover, Hasina rejected at least 18 requests from Zia’s family to allow her to travel abroad for treatment. Tarique Rahman was also sentenced in absentia to life imprisonment for his alleged role in the 2004 grenade attack in a Awami League rally. Some reports also state that an estimated half of the BNP's 5 million members faced some form of politically motivated prosecution during this period.&nbsp;Is Tarique Rahman ready to forget the vendetta unleashed upon his family and his party during Hasina's tenure? Is he ready to give Awami League and Sheikh Hasina a chance in the new Bangladesh? Will he calculate the risks of letting Jamaat flourish in Bangladesh, despite knowing the public anger against India and Jamaat's historical closeness to Pakistan? Can UK-return Tarique Rahman be the statesman who values “rule of law” more than anything else? As of now, we can only wait and watch.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bangladesh’s election has propelled Tarique Rahman to power after years in exile, amid the absence of Hasina and Khaleda Zia. While BNP secured a strong mandate, Jamaat’s rise and sidelining of Awami League raise key questions about inclusion, political balance, and future stability.

The 13th parliamentary elections in Bangladesh has given a stunning mandate to Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and Tarique Rahman, belonging to one of the most powerful political family in the country, who returned to the country after 17 years in exile, is set to become the prime minister. This was the first elections in the country in the absence of ‘Two Begums.’ Khaleda Zia is no more and Sheikh Hasina is in India after she was ousted from power in 2024 uprising. Ahead of the polls, Tarique Rahman had pitched for a “new Bangladesh" and it is quite evident that the voters trusted him. However, will he make space for Awami League (AL) and Sheikh Hasina in his new Bangladesh? This is a question that analysts say would define the politics of Bangladesh in coming days. Going by the pattern, vendetta has been a large part of the country's mainstream politics. Whether Tarique Rahman also follows the old patterns or proves himself to be different, only time can tell. For now, Rahman has said that Hasina's extradition from India would depend on the legal process. Senior leader from his party Salahuddin Ahmed, however, confirmed that the party will formally urge India to hand over Hasina to stand trial. https://www.wionews.com/videos/bangladesh-s-next-pm-tarique-rahman-faces-major-challenges-ahead-1771256685508/embed The Rise of Jamaat Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) has won 68 seats and secured approximately 31.76 per cent votes. Its total seat count along with allies is 11. Jamaat chief Shafiqur Rahman called this performance a foundation and not a setback even as the party fell short of forming the next Bangladeshi government. But why does Shafiqur Rahman sees this performance by Jamaat as a foundation? It is because electorally this is indeed Jamaat's best performance ever. The party did not contest polls in between 2014 to 2018. In 2008, it secured only 4.7 per cent votes and two seats. It's previous best performance was in 1991 when the party won 18 seats and got a vote share of approximately 12 per cent. Jamaat actively supported the student uprising against Hasina in 2024. Jamaat-backed student organisations popularised the party's idealogy among GenZs. Its pre-poll alliance with The National Citizen Party (NCP), formed by prominent student leaders like Nahid Islam and Hasnat Abdullah, who played a key role in 2024 student uprising, helped the party to build its own grassroots base. Its popularity rose with the support of several Islamist groups that came to forefront after Hasina's exit. The public anger against India in post-Hasina Bangladesh also helped Jamaat even as the party adopted a more inclusive image and went on to field a Hindu candidate. With public sentiments largely in its favour, the growth story of Jamaat continues even after the poll loss. Also Read: Bangladesh invites India and 12 other nations to Tarique Rahman’s cabinet oath ceremony Tarique Rahman may well be aware of Jamaat's growth story. Even before his swearing-in, he met Jamaat's chief Shafiqur Rahman to cajole his support. Though Shafiqur Rahman has extended his party's support for now, it has added a rider, saying it would speak in matters where accountability is required. Ideologically, Jamaat is opposite to both AL and BNP as it has historically not supported the existence of a secular Bangladesh. With the rise of Islamists in the country rife with multiple incidents of attacks on minorities, it is important for Tarique Rahman to keep the rise of Jamaat in check. The absence of Hasina's AL from the political scenario only gives Jamaat a vacant space to fill, Rahman should know. AL voters who have trusted BNP In the recently concluded elections, BNP has successfully filled the vacuum created due to the absence of AL. Several analysts pointed out that a significant segment of the AL voter base shifted their support to the BNP. As per a pre-poll analysis, approximately 48.2 per cent of former AL voters indicated support for the BNP. For AL voters, BNP was a natural choice as both BNP and AL are based on the secular and nationalist foundations of the 1971 Liberation War. Tarique Rahman’s pitch for a "equal Bangladesh" with place for all proved to be a safe option than staunch Islamist conservatism of Jamaat. With the AL gone, the BNP remained the only centrist party with the organisational capacity to form a stable government, attracting voters who prioritised governance over ideology. Now, these voters wants Tarique Rahman to avoid past vendetta and give them a chance in the new Bangladesh that he is building. Also Read: Did BJP actually win a seat in Bangladesh Elections? Here's the truth Khaleda vs Hasina Analysts point out that Tarique Rahman has witnessed the injustice done to his family by Hasina and he might not be open to provide her concessions yet. As Hasina consolidated her power after 2008 elections, barrage of cases against Khaleda Zia followed. In 2011, the neutral caretaker government system, that oversaw elections, was abolished. The BNP cried foul and boycotted the 2014 and 2024 general elections. Reports of ballot stuffing occurring the night before official voting surfaced after 2018 election. In the same year, Zia was sentenced to 17 years in prison in the Zia Orphanage Trust and Zia Charitable Trust cases. The three-time PM was sent to an abandoned Old Dhaka Central Jail where she served as the only inmate for over two years. Despite her rank as a former PM and senior citizen, the BNP alleged she was initially denied "division" status. In March 2020, her sentence was suspended due to ill health, but she was moved to house arrest with strict conditions, including a ban on political activity. Moreover, Hasina rejected at least 18 requests from Zia’s family to allow her to travel abroad for treatment. Tarique Rahman was also sentenced in absentia to life imprisonment for his alleged role in the 2004 grenade attack in a Awami League rally. Some reports also state that an estimated half of the BNP's 5 million members faced some form of politically motivated prosecution during this period. Is Tarique Rahman ready to forget the vendetta unleashed upon his family and his party during Hasina's tenure? Is he ready to give Awami League and Sheikh Hasina a chance in the new Bangladesh? Will he calculate the risks of letting Jamaat flourish in Bangladesh, despite knowing the public anger against India and Jamaat's historical closeness to Pakistan? Can UK-return Tarique Rahman be the statesman who values “rule of law” more than anything else? As of now, we can only wait and watch.

Bangladesh’s election has propelled Tarique Rahman to power after years in exile, amid the absence of Hasina and Khaleda Zia. While BNP secured a strong mandate, Jamaat’s rise and sidelining of Awami League raise key questions about inclusion, political balance, and future stability.

Will Sheikh Hasina and her Awami League find space in Tarique Rahman’s ‘new Bangladesh’ amid Jamaat’s rise?

Bangladesh's prime minister-to-be Tarique Rahman and lawmakers were sworn into parliament on Tuesday (Feb 17), becoming the first elected representatives since the ouster of Sheikh Hasina after deadly 2024 uprising. 60-year-old Rahman registered an impressive win in the recently concluded polls. He is the son of former late Prime Minister Khaleda Zia and returned to Bangladesh after 17 years of self-imposed exile. The lawmakers, who promised loyalty to Bangladesh, were sworn in by the Chief Election Commissioner AMM Nasir Uddin. Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) lawmakers are expected to formally elect Rahman as their leader, with President Mohammed Shahabuddin then to administer the oath of office to the prime minister and his ministers later on Tuesday afternoon. The BNP coalition won 212 seats, compared with 77 for the Jamaat-e-Islami-led alliance. Hasina's Awami League party was barred from taking part in the elections.&nbsp;Also Read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/yunus-mentions-seven-sisters-and-china-bhutan-in-his-farewell-speech-sparks-concerns-amid-fractured-india-bangladesh-ties-1771302506251"> Yunus mentions 'Seven Sisters' and 'China, Bhutan' in his farewell speech amid fractured India-Bangladesh ties: What this means</a>&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://pbs.twimg.com/media/HBVnVjbagAAXPCd?format=jpg&amp;name=large" alt="Image"></figure> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/bangladesh-s-political-reset-bnp-to-lead-first-elected-govt-after-hasina-s-ouster-1771298973991/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/bangladesh-s-political-reset-bnp-to-lead-first-elected-govt-after-hasina-s-ouster-1771298973991/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;"This victory belongs to Bangladesh, belongs to democracy. This victory belongs to people who aspire to and have sacrificed for democracy. We are about to begin our journey in a situation marked by a fragile economy left behind by the authoritarian regime, weakened constitutional and statutory institutions, and a deteriorating law and order situation," Tarique Rahman said in his victory speech on Saturday (Feb 14). He has also called for all parties to "remain united" in a country polarised by years of bitter rivalry.&nbsp;Also Read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-victory-over-a-demon-yunus-recalls-hasina-s-fall-in-farewell-address-to-bangladesh-1771261975393"> 'Victory over a demon': Yunus recalls Hasina’s fall in farewell address to Bangladesh</a><h2>Who all are attending the swearing-in ceremony?</h2>From India, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri are attending the swearing-in ceremony. Bhutan Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay, Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu, Pakistan Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal, Nepal Foreign Minister Bala Nanda Sharma, Sri Lanka Health Minister Nalinda Jayatissa, United Kingdom's Seema Malhotra who serves as Indo-Pacific Under Secretary and high-level delegates from Qatar, Malaysia, and Brunei will also attend the event. Invitations have been sent to leaders from China, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and the UAE.<h2>Tarique Rahman's reaches out to Opposition</h2>Tarique Rahman visited Jamaat chief at his residence along with party’s secretary general Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamigir a day ahead of oath-taking. Soon after, the BNP’s media wing released a photograph showing the two rival party leaders standing side by side with Shafiqur Rahman seen holding a bouquet to be handed over to Tarique Rahman and terming the meeting as “courtesy visit.” The BNP leader also met Jamaat-ally National Citizen Party’s (NCP) convenor Nahid Islam later.&nbsp;

Tarique Rahman and newly elected MPs were sworn in after BNP’s landslide win, marking Bangladesh’s first elected government since Sheikh Hasina’s ouster. Rahman, returning from exile, called for unity while preparing to take oath as prime minister later in the day.

Bangladesh's prime minister-to-be Tarique Rahman and lawmakers were sworn into parliament on Tuesday (Feb 17), becoming the first elected representatives since the ouster of Sheikh Hasina after deadly 2024 uprising. 60-year-old Rahman registered an impressive win in the recently concluded polls. He is the son of former late Prime Minister Khaleda Zia and returned to Bangladesh after 17 years of self-imposed exile. The lawmakers, who promised loyalty to Bangladesh, were sworn in by the Chief Election Commissioner AMM Nasir Uddin. Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) lawmakers are expected to formally elect Rahman as their leader, with President Mohammed Shahabuddin then to administer the oath of office to the prime minister and his ministers later on Tuesday afternoon. The BNP coalition won 212 seats, compared with 77 for the Jamaat-e-Islami-led alliance. Hasina's Awami League party was barred from taking part in the elections. Also Read: Yunus mentions 'Seven Sisters' and 'China, Bhutan' in his farewell speech amid fractured India-Bangladesh ties: What this means https://www.wionews.com/videos/bangladesh-s-political-reset-bnp-to-lead-first-elected-govt-after-hasina-s-ouster-1771298973991/embed "This victory belongs to Bangladesh, belongs to democracy. This victory belongs to people who aspire to and have sacrificed for democracy. We are about to begin our journey in a situation marked by a fragile economy left behind by the authoritarian regime, weakened constitutional and statutory institutions, and a deteriorating law and order situation," Tarique Rahman said in his victory speech on Saturday (Feb 14). He has also called for all parties to "remain united" in a country polarised by years of bitter rivalry. Also Read: 'Victory over a demon': Yunus recalls Hasina’s fall in farewell address to Bangladesh Who all are attending the swearing-in ceremony? From India, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri are attending the swearing-in ceremony. Bhutan Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay, Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu, Pakistan Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal, Nepal Foreign Minister Bala Nanda Sharma, Sri Lanka Health Minister Nalinda Jayatissa, United Kingdom's Seema Malhotra who serves as Indo-Pacific Under Secretary and high-level delegates from Qatar, Malaysia, and Brunei will also attend the event. Invitations have been sent to leaders from China, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and the UAE. Tarique Rahman's reaches out to Opposition Tarique Rahman visited Jamaat chief at his residence along with party’s secretary general Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamigir a day ahead of oath-taking. Soon after, the BNP’s media wing released a photograph showing the two rival party leaders standing side by side with Shafiqur Rahman seen holding a bouquet to be handed over to Tarique Rahman and terming the meeting as “courtesy visit.” The BNP leader also met Jamaat-ally National Citizen Party’s (NCP) convenor Nahid Islam later.

Tarique Rahman and newly elected MPs were sworn in after BNP’s landslide win, marking Bangladesh’s first elected government since Sheikh Hasina’s ouster. Rahman, returning from exile, called for unity while preparing to take oath as prime minister later in the day.

Bangladesh PM-to-be Tarique Rahman, lawmakers sworn into parliament: What happens next?

Tarique Rahman, set to become Bangladesh's Prime Minister after the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) landslide win, faces severe challenges. Inheriting a fragile economy and broken law-and-order from the ousted regime, he promises a "zero-tolerance" approach to corruption and reforms to restore democracy, while navigating delicate relations with India, managing high public expectations, and implementing the July National Charter reforms. 


Bangladesh's Next PM Tarique Rahman Faces Major Challenges Ahead

Bangladesh's Islamist Jammat-e-Islami-led 11-party coalition has formally submitted complaints to the Election Commission on Sunday (Feb 15), challenging the results of 32 constituencies, alleging widespread vote rigging, result manipulation, and overwriting on final tally sheets during the 13th General Elections.&nbsp;The alliance also announced a protest rally at the Baitul Mukarram National Mosque's north gate, scheduled to begin at 4:30 pm on Monday (Feb 16)&nbsp;The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) alliance led by Tarique Rahman secured a landslide victory in the general elections, clinching 212 seats in the 300-member Jatiya Sangsad, the Parliament of Bangladesh. While the Jamaat-e-Islami (BJI) led alliance won 77 seats.&nbsp;Tarique Rahman, the son of late BNP leader Khaleda Zia, only returned to Bangladesh in December after 17 years in exile in Britain. His father, President Ziaur Rahman, was assassinated in 1981, while his mother, Zia, served three terms as prime minister and dominated national politics for decades.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-from-today-we-are-truly-free-pm-in-waiting-tarique-rahman-dedicates-win-to-those-who-sacrificed-for-democracy-1771065207487">'Interest of Bangladeshi people comes first': PM-in-waiting Tarique Rahman on ties with India</a>&nbsp;On Saturday, Jamaat chief Shafiqur Rahman conceded, saying his party would "serve as a vigilant, principled, and peaceful opposition". But on Sunday, Jamaat officials submitted their complaints. "We have identified 32 constituencies where our candidates were unfairly defeated," said senior Jamaat official Hamidur Rahman Azad.&nbsp;"The election day began smoothly, but the ending was not what we had expected. Fake votes, the circulation of black money (bribes), threats, assaults, and attacks marred the atmosphere," he added.&nbsp;According to the police, political clashes during the campaign period left five people dead and more than 600 injured. However, on the voting day, no major violence was reported, while post-poll clashes resulted in the death of at least two people.&nbsp;Jammat-e-Islami and its partner, the National Citizen Party (NCP), formed by student leaders who spearheaded the violent uprising in 2024, reported attacks on their supporters.&nbsp;According to the Election Commission, voter turnout across 299 constituencies stood at 59 per cent, compared with 41.8 per cent recorded in the 2024 polls.

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) alliance led by Tarique Rahman secured a landslide victory in the general elections, clinching 212 seats in the 300-member Jatiya Sangsad.

Bangladesh's Islamist Jammat-e-Islami-led 11-party coalition has formally submitted complaints to the Election Commission on Sunday (Feb 15), challenging the results of 32 constituencies, alleging widespread vote rigging, result manipulation, and overwriting on final tally sheets during the 13th General Elections. The alliance also announced a protest rally at the Baitul Mukarram National Mosque's north gate, scheduled to begin at 4:30 pm on Monday (Feb 16) The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) alliance led by Tarique Rahman secured a landslide victory in the general elections, clinching 212 seats in the 300-member Jatiya Sangsad, the Parliament of Bangladesh. While the Jamaat-e-Islami (BJI) led alliance won 77 seats. Tarique Rahman, the son of late BNP leader Khaleda Zia, only returned to Bangladesh in December after 17 years in exile in Britain. His father, President Ziaur Rahman, was assassinated in 1981, while his mother, Zia, served three terms as prime minister and dominated national politics for decades. Also Read: 'Interest of Bangladeshi people comes first': PM-in-waiting Tarique Rahman on ties with India On Saturday, Jamaat chief Shafiqur Rahman conceded, saying his party would "serve as a vigilant, principled, and peaceful opposition". But on Sunday, Jamaat officials submitted their complaints. "We have identified 32 constituencies where our candidates were unfairly defeated," said senior Jamaat official Hamidur Rahman Azad. "The election day began smoothly, but the ending was not what we had expected. Fake votes, the circulation of black money (bribes), threats, assaults, and attacks marred the atmosphere," he added. According to the police, political clashes during the campaign period left five people dead and more than 600 injured. However, on the voting day, no major violence was reported, while post-poll clashes resulted in the death of at least two people. Jammat-e-Islami and its partner, the National Citizen Party (NCP), formed by student leaders who spearheaded the violent uprising in 2024, reported attacks on their supporters. According to the Election Commission, voter turnout across 299 constituencies stood at 59 per cent, compared with 41.8 per cent recorded in the 2024 polls.

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) alliance led by Tarique Rahman secured a landslide victory in the general elections, clinching 212 seats in the 300-member Jatiya Sangsad.

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India’s Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri will represent New Delhi at Tarique Rahman’s swearing-in as Bangladesh’s Prime Minister in Dhaka on 17 February. Prime Minister Narendra Modi was invited on Saturday evening but will not attend due to a prior engagement with French President Emmanuel Macron in Mumbai on the same day. 


Om Birla, Lok Sabha Speaker, to Witness Tarique Rahman’s Oath as Bangladesh PM

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is unlikely to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Bangladesh's new Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on 17 February, as he hosts French President Emmanuel Macron in Mumbai on the same day. The oath-taking ceremony in Dhaka marks a significant milestone following the Bangladesh Nationalist Party's (BNP) landslide victory in the country's 13th parliamentary elections earlier this month. The BNP secured a decisive majority, paving the way for Rahman, who returned from 17 years of exile in London, to assume the premiership.Invitations were extended to heads of government from 13 countries, including India, China, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, the UAE, Qatar, Malaysia, Brunei, Sri Lanka, Nepal, the Maldives and Bhutan. The outreach, confirmed by Humayun Kabir, foreign policy adviser to BNP Chairman Rahman, in an interview with WION, was described as a deliberate goodwill gesture to prioritise regional diplomacy."The region is important to us," Kabir said. "It is an important part of [the] foreign policy of Tarique Rahman [to make] this region [an] influential region... Sense of priority in sending out [invites] for inauguration."The invitations reflect Dhaka's ambition to reset foreign relations after months of strained ties. Rahman has emphasised national unity, improved law and order, and economic stabilisation in his first public remarks on Saturday.Newly elected MPs are scheduled to take their oaths in the morning of 17 February, administered by the Chief Election Commissioner. Rahman's cabinet will be sworn in during an evening ceremony.PM Modi's early congratulatory call to Rahman after the election results highlighted New Delhi's interest in fostering a "democratic and progressive" Bangladesh. However, with Modi's schedule firming up months ago for bilateral talks with Macron, including inaugurating initiatives tied to the India-France Year of Innovation, attendance in Dhaka appears unfeasible. India could send a ministerial-level representative to the event.While confirmations from leaders remain pending, the larger diplomatic outreach signals Dhaka's intent to strengthen South Asian cooperation during a fragile post-election transition.

Rahman has emphasised national unity, improved law and order, and economic stabilisation in his first public remarks on Saturday.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is unlikely to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Bangladesh's new Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on 17 February, as he hosts French President Emmanuel Macron in Mumbai on the same day. The oath-taking ceremony in Dhaka marks a significant milestone following the Bangladesh Nationalist Party's (BNP) landslide victory in the country's 13th parliamentary elections earlier this month. The BNP secured a decisive majority, paving the way for Rahman, who returned from 17 years of exile in London, to assume the premiership. Invitations were extended to heads of government from 13 countries, including India, China, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, the UAE, Qatar, Malaysia, Brunei, Sri Lanka, Nepal, the Maldives and Bhutan. The outreach, confirmed by Humayun Kabir, foreign policy adviser to BNP Chairman Rahman, in an interview with WION, was described as a deliberate goodwill gesture to prioritise regional diplomacy. "The region is important to us," Kabir said. "It is an important part of [the] foreign policy of Tarique Rahman [to make] this region [an] influential region... Sense of priority in sending out [invites] for inauguration." The invitations reflect Dhaka's ambition to reset foreign relations after months of strained ties. Rahman has emphasised national unity, improved law and order, and economic stabilisation in his first public remarks on Saturday. Newly elected MPs are scheduled to take their oaths in the morning of 17 February, administered by the Chief Election Commissioner. Rahman's cabinet will be sworn in during an evening ceremony. PM Modi's early congratulatory call to Rahman after the election results highlighted New Delhi's interest in fostering a "democratic and progressive" Bangladesh. However, with Modi's schedule firming up months ago for bilateral talks with Macron, including inaugurating initiatives tied to the India-France Year of Innovation, attendance in Dhaka appears unfeasible. India could send a ministerial-level representative to the event. While confirmations from leaders remain pending, the larger diplomatic outreach signals Dhaka's intent to strengthen South Asian cooperation during a fragile post-election transition.

Rahman has emphasised national unity, improved law and order, and economic stabilisation in his first public remarks on Saturday.

PM Modi unlikely to attend Tarique Rahman's swearing-in due to prior commitments

The newly-elected members of Bangladesh’s Parliament will take oath on February 17 after Tarique Rahman-led Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) swept the 13th parliamentary elections with a two-thirds majority. The newly-elected 297 members of parliament (MPs) will take oaths on February 17, said Kaniz Moula, secretary of the Parliament Secretariat.“The swearing-in ceremony will be held on February 17 [Tuesday],” Kaniz Moula told The Daily Star.&nbsp;Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin is expected to administer the oath of office to the new cabinet of BNP chairman Tarique Rahman, officials said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-victory-is-not-declared-by-mere-rhetoric-as-our-neighbourhood-entities-do-says-cds-gen-anil-chauhan-1771085253490">‘Victory is not declared by mere rhetoric as our neighbourhood entities do,’ says CDS Gen Anil Chauhan</a>&nbsp;Cabinet Secretary Dr Sheikh Abdur Rashid told reporters at the Secretariat earlier on Saturday that the cabinet’s oath-taking could take place in the next three to four days. Chief Adviser’s press secretary Shafiqul Alam also gave a similar indication.As per the Constitution, the president first administers the oath to the new prime minister at Bangabhaban, the presidential palace. Subsequently, he will administer the oaths to the ministers, state ministers, and deputy ministers.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-us-and-europe-belong-together-but-allies-should-defend-themselves-says-rubio-at-munich-security-conference-1771068794871">‘US and Europe belong together, but allies should defend themselves,’ says Rubio at Munich Security Conference</a>&nbsp;BNP is all set to form the government after securing more than a two-thirds majority in the 13th national parliamentary election.&nbsp;The Constitution requires the cabinet’s oath-taking ceremony to be followed by the swearing-in of new parliament members.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/in-bengal-blo-calls-lover-s-husband-for-sir-kills-him-chops-up-body-and-dumps-parts-in-canal-1771091504842">In Bengal, BLO calls lover’s husband for SIR, kills him, chops body and dumps parts in canal</a>&nbsp;The cabinet secretary said the Constitution says the MPs-elect must take oath within three days of the gazette notification and then the majority party would elect its parliamentary leader. The gazette notification was issued on Saturday morning.&nbsp;&nbsp;Law ministry officials said, since the gazette notification was issued on Saturday, the three-day period for the oath taking could be considered from Sunday, covering 15, 16, and 17 February.

Cabinet Secretary Dr Sheikh Abdur Rashid told reporters at the Secretariat earlier on Saturday that the cabinet’s oath-taking could take place in the next three to four days. Chief Adviser’s press secretary Shafiqul Alam also gave a similar indication.

The newly-elected members of Bangladesh’s Parliament will take oath on February 17 after Tarique Rahman-led Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) swept the 13th parliamentary elections with a two-thirds majority. The newly-elected 297 members of parliament (MPs) will take oaths on February 17, said Kaniz Moula, secretary of the Parliament Secretariat. “The swearing-in ceremony will be held on February 17 [Tuesday],” Kaniz Moula told The Daily Star. Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin is expected to administer the oath of office to the new cabinet of BNP chairman Tarique Rahman, officials said. Also Read: ‘Victory is not declared by mere rhetoric as our neighbourhood entities do,’ says CDS Gen Anil Chauhan Cabinet Secretary Dr Sheikh Abdur Rashid told reporters at the Secretariat earlier on Saturday that the cabinet’s oath-taking could take place in the next three to four days. Chief Adviser’s press secretary Shafiqul Alam also gave a similar indication. As per the Constitution, the president first administers the oath to the new prime minister at Bangabhaban, the presidential palace. Subsequently, he will administer the oaths to the ministers, state ministers, and deputy ministers. Also Read: ‘US and Europe belong together, but allies should defend themselves,’ says Rubio at Munich Security Conference BNP is all set to form the government after securing more than a two-thirds majority in the 13th national parliamentary election. The Constitution requires the cabinet’s oath-taking ceremony to be followed by the swearing-in of new parliament members. Also Read: In Bengal, BLO calls lover’s husband for SIR, kills him, chops body and dumps parts in canal The cabinet secretary said the Constitution says the MPs-elect must take oath within three days of the gazette notification and then the majority party would elect its parliamentary leader. The gazette notification was issued on Saturday morning. Law ministry officials said, since the gazette notification was issued on Saturday, the three-day period for the oath taking could be considered from Sunday, covering 15, 16, and 17 February.

Cabinet Secretary Dr Sheikh Abdur Rashid told reporters at the Secretariat earlier on Saturday that the cabinet’s oath-taking could take place in the next three to four days. Chief Adviser’s press secretary Shafiqul Alam also gave a similar indication.

Bangladesh’s newly-elected MPs likely to take oath on Feb 17 after BNP’s sweeping win

Bangladesh's Prime Minister-in-waiting Tarique Rahman, in his first reaction after victory in the recent general elections, said, "From today we are free" and "we have paved the way for democracy in the country." He also called on citizens and political leaders to "remain united," saying he believes that "national unity is our collective strength."&nbsp;"This victory belongs to Bangladesh, belongs to democracy; this victory belongs to the people who aspired to and have sacrificed for democracy," Rahman said in his first speech since the election.&nbsp;On the issue of ties with India, Rehman stated that Bangladesh's foreign policy will be centred on intestes of the nation and its people.&nbsp;"We have cleared ourselves regarding the foreign policy, which is in the interest of Bangladesh, and the interest of the Bangladeshi people comes first. By protecting the interests of Bangladesh and the Bangladeshi people, we will decide our foreign policy," Rahman said in response to a question on the party's diplomatic priorities.&nbsp;Rahman led the Bangladesh National Party (BNP) to a landslide victory in the 13th general elections, clinching 207 seats in the 300-member Jatiya Sangsad, the Parliament of Bangladesh. The Islamist Jamaat-e-Islami (BJI) won 69 seats, its biggest-ever tally.&nbsp;Tarique Rahman, the son of late BNP leader Khaleda Zia, only returned to Bangladesh in December after 17 years in exile in Britain. He won the contested elections held after former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's ouster in a violent uprising in 2024, which ended her 15-year rule. The Interim Government, led by Muhammad Yunus, barred Hasina's Awami League from contesting the elections and conducting political activities.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-jesus-watches-over-her-whoops-disturbing-epstein-files-email-mocking-young-victim-s-faith-goes-viral-1771055911141">'Jesus watches over her… whoops': Disturbing Epstein files email mocking young victim’s faith goes viral</a>&nbsp;His father, President Ziaur Rahman, was assassinated in 1981, while his mother, Khaleda Zia, served three terms as prime minister and dominated national politics for decades.Highlighting the challenges ahead for his upcoming government, Rahman stated, "We are about to begin our journey in a situation marked by a fragile economy left behind by an authoritarian regime, weakened constitutional and structural institutions, and a breakdown of law and order."&nbsp;He adopted a conciliatory tone towards opposition political parties, saying, "Your ideas and perspectives are important to us in the nation-building process," and added that, "Our paths and opinions may differ, but in the interest of the country, we must remain united."&nbsp;&nbsp;The BNP leader mentioned that "A total of 51 political parties participated in this election, including Jamaat-e-Islami, NCP, Islami Andolon Bangladesh, Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam, and Gono Odhikar Parishad, among others," asserting wide participation and the validity of the elections, as critics raised doubts over the ban on the Awami League from contesting polls.

Rahman led the Bangladesh National Party (BNP) to a landslide victory in the 13th general elections, clinching 207 seats in the 300-member Jatiya Sangsad, the Parliament of Bangladesh. The Islamist Jamaat-e-Islami (BJI) won 69 seats, its biggest-ever tally.

Bangladesh's Prime Minister-in-waiting Tarique Rahman, in his first reaction after victory in the recent general elections, said, "From today we are free" and "we have paved the way for democracy in the country." He also called on citizens and political leaders to "remain united," saying he believes that "national unity is our collective strength." "This victory belongs to Bangladesh, belongs to democracy; this victory belongs to the people who aspired to and have sacrificed for democracy," Rahman said in his first speech since the election. On the issue of ties with India, Rehman stated that Bangladesh's foreign policy will be centred on intestes of the nation and its people. "We have cleared ourselves regarding the foreign policy, which is in the interest of Bangladesh, and the interest of the Bangladeshi people comes first. By protecting the interests of Bangladesh and the Bangladeshi people, we will decide our foreign policy," Rahman said in response to a question on the party's diplomatic priorities. Rahman led the Bangladesh National Party (BNP) to a landslide victory in the 13th general elections, clinching 207 seats in the 300-member Jatiya Sangsad, the Parliament of Bangladesh. The Islamist Jamaat-e-Islami (BJI) won 69 seats, its biggest-ever tally. Tarique Rahman, the son of late BNP leader Khaleda Zia, only returned to Bangladesh in December after 17 years in exile in Britain. He won the contested elections held after former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's ouster in a violent uprising in 2024, which ended her 15-year rule. The Interim Government, led by Muhammad Yunus, barred Hasina's Awami League from contesting the elections and conducting political activities. Also Read: 'Jesus watches over her… whoops': Disturbing Epstein files email mocking young victim’s faith goes viral His father, President Ziaur Rahman, was assassinated in 1981, while his mother, Khaleda Zia, served three terms as prime minister and dominated national politics for decades. Highlighting the challenges ahead for his upcoming government, Rahman stated, "We are about to begin our journey in a situation marked by a fragile economy left behind by an authoritarian regime, weakened constitutional and structural institutions, and a breakdown of law and order." He adopted a conciliatory tone towards opposition political parties, saying, "Your ideas and perspectives are important to us in the nation-building process," and added that, "Our paths and opinions may differ, but in the interest of the country, we must remain united." The BNP leader mentioned that "A total of 51 political parties participated in this election, including Jamaat-e-Islami, NCP, Islami Andolon Bangladesh, Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam, and Gono Odhikar Parishad, among others," asserting wide participation and the validity of the elections, as critics raised doubts over the ban on the Awami League from contesting polls.

Rahman led the Bangladesh National Party (BNP) to a landslide victory in the 13th general elections, clinching 207 seats in the 300-member Jatiya Sangsad, the Parliament of Bangladesh. The Islamist Jamaat-e-Islami (BJI) won 69 seats, its biggest-ever tally.

'Interest of Bangladeshi people comes first': PM-in-waiting Tarique Rahman on ties with India

In conversation with WION, Tarique Rahman shares his first media interaction since winning the Bangladesh polls. He discusses his party’s majority victory, upcoming oath-taking as Prime Minister, and his vision for Bangladesh’s future, highlighting development, unity, and governance priorities. This historic moment marks a new chapter in Bangladesh’s political landscape.


Rahman's First Media Interaction Since Winning Bangladesh Polls

Top Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leader has said they plan to invite to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the upcoming oath-taking ceremony of Tarique Rahman as the new Prime Minister, following the party's decisive victory in the recent parliamentary elections. Humayun Kabir, foreign policy advisor to BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman, in an interview with WION, confirmed the plans. The development signals a potential thaw in strained bilateral ties after years of tension under the previous administration."Region is important to us. An important part of the foreign policy of Tarique Rahman. Making this region an influential region. Sense of priority in sending out invitations for the inauguration. Time frame is short, gesture is there," Kabir said.He described the invitation as a goodwill gesture aimed at fostering better relations. "You give an invitation for people to attend, you will have expectations that you attend. A goodwill gesture..."Kabir highlighted the larger diplomatic ambitions under Tarique Rahman's leadership, noting that the new government intends to pursue a balanced approach to regional cooperation. "We also believe a certain political vision for the region can be set out," he added. In particular, Kabir pointed to multilateral platforms as opportunities for engagement. Saarc, Bimstec "can be utilised," he stated, referring to the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) and the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC).The comments come amid a flurry of international congratulations for the BNP's landslide win in the February elections, which marked a significant shift in Bangladesh's political landscape following the 2024 ouster of Sheikh Hasina's Awami League government. Indian Prime Minister Modi has already reached out, holding a phone conversation with Tarique Rahman to congratulate him on the "remarkable victory" and expressing India's support for a democratic, progressive Bangladesh.Kabir indicated a 'reset' in ties, but pointed to concerns over the presence of Hasina in India. The oath-taking ceremony is expected in the coming days, with preparations underway for Tarique Rahman, son of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, to assume the premiership after nearly two decades in exile.

Kabir highlighted the larger diplomatic ambitions under Tarique Rahman's leadership, noting that the new government intends to pursue a balanced approach to regional cooperation.

Top Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leader has said they plan to invite to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the upcoming oath-taking ceremony of Tarique Rahman as the new Prime Minister, following the party's decisive victory in the recent parliamentary elections. Humayun Kabir, foreign policy advisor to BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman, in an interview with WION, confirmed the plans. The development signals a potential thaw in strained bilateral ties after years of tension under the previous administration. "Region is important to us. An important part of the foreign policy of Tarique Rahman. Making this region an influential region. Sense of priority in sending out invitations for the inauguration. Time frame is short, gesture is there," Kabir said. He described the invitation as a goodwill gesture aimed at fostering better relations. "You give an invitation for people to attend, you will have expectations that you attend. A goodwill gesture..." Kabir highlighted the larger diplomatic ambitions under Tarique Rahman's leadership, noting that the new government intends to pursue a balanced approach to regional cooperation. "We also believe a certain political vision for the region can be set out," he added. In particular, Kabir pointed to multilateral platforms as opportunities for engagement. Saarc, Bimstec "can be utilised," he stated, referring to the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) and the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC). The comments come amid a flurry of international congratulations for the BNP's landslide win in the February elections, which marked a significant shift in Bangladesh's political landscape following the 2024 ouster of Sheikh Hasina's Awami League government. Indian Prime Minister Modi has already reached out, holding a phone conversation with Tarique Rahman to congratulate him on the "remarkable victory" and expressing India's support for a democratic, progressive Bangladesh. Kabir indicated a 'reset' in ties, but pointed to concerns over the presence of Hasina in India. The oath-taking ceremony is expected in the coming days, with preparations underway for Tarique Rahman, son of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, to assume the premiership after nearly two decades in exile.

Kabir highlighted the larger diplomatic ambitions under Tarique Rahman's leadership, noting that the new government intends to pursue a balanced approach to regional cooperation.

PM Modi to be invited for Tarique Rahman's oath taking ceremony, says top BNP leader

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