Bangladesh is preparing for a major political transition as BNP leader Tarique Rahman is likely to take oath as Prime Minister tomorrow following his party’s strong performance in the parliamentary elections. Multiple reports indicate that BNP has secured enough seats to form the next government, although the official declaration from the Election Commission of Bangladesh is still pending.


Bangladesh Election: Tarique Rahman Likely to Take PM Oath After BNP Majority Victory

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has achieved a historic landslide victory in the 2026 parliamentary elections, sweeping the nation and securing a majority in the 300-member Jatiya Sangsad. Millions of voters participated in this landmark election, the first since the 2024 Gen Z-driven uprising that ended Sheikh Hasina’s long tenure. BNP leader Tarique Rahman emerges as a central figure in Bangladesh’s political future, winning both of his constituencies.


BREAKING: PM Modi Congratulates BNP’s Tarique Rahman, Says Victory Reflects People’s Trust

Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had penned a post on X, congratulating BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman after his party secured a clear majority in the general elections, and affirmed that India will continue to back a democratic Bangladesh.

PM Modi speaks with BNP Chief Tarique Rahman, congratulates him on poll victory

Bangladesh voters have shown overwhelming support for sweeping constitutional reforms under the “July Charter,” aiming to curb prime ministerial power and reshape elections after the 2024 uprising. What changes could redefine the country’s future? Scroll down.

Friday the 13th brings new dawn to Bangladesh: Citizens reject authoritarianism, say 'yes' to 'July Charter'

BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman said that his party would accept the results if the polls are held in a free, fair, and controversy-free manner. He also warned that the results would not be accepted if there was any rigging or attempt to create confusion during the election.

BNP chief Tarique Rahman demands prompt announcement of election results

Rahman requested citizens to exercise their right to vote and expressed confidence in the victory of the BNP in the general elections of 2026. Soon after casting his vote, he stated that if voted to power, the BNP would prioritise law and order.

Who is Tarique Rahman? The 'Dark Prince' and front-runner for Bangladesh PM post

Tarique Rahman on Friday formally assumed office as Chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) following the Standing Committee’s approval of his appointment, days after the death of former Prime Minister and party chief Begum Khaleda Zia.


Bangladesh Politics: Tarique Rahman Assumes Office as BNP Chairman Ahead of Polls

Zaima Rahman, daughter of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leader Tarique Rahman, has entered the public spotlight as her family returned to Bangladesh after 17 years in exile. Her return, along with her father, has revived memories of three generations of the Rahman family and sparked discussion about her possible role in Bangladesh’s politics.

Tarique & Zaima Rahman Now Eligible to Contest Feb 12 Bangladesh Polls

After completing his registration, Rahman visited Dhaka University, where he offered prayers at the grave of slain student leader Sharif Osman Hadi under tight security.

BNP chairman Tarique Rahman enrolls as voter, pays tribute to Osman Hadi, signals daughter Zaima’s political debut

Tarique Rahman's beloved pet cat has reportedly received both a passport and official clearance to travel to Bangladesh, according to a close source within the BNP leadership. This development has sparked lively discussions on social media, as many wondered whether the BNP acting chairman would bring the widely known cat along upon his anticipated return to the country.


Bangladesh: Tarique Rahman's pet cat Jebu accompanies him home

Amid the political instability in Bangladesh, political parties have grappled up for the upcoming 2026 general elections. After being in exile for over 17 years in London, the son of Bangladesh Nationalist Party’s acting chairperson and former prime minister Khaleda Zia, Tarique Rahman is returning to Dhaka on December 25.  

With Tarique Rahman's Return, Can BNP Return to Power in Bangladesh? 

One person was killed in a crude bomb explosion in Dhaka’s Moghbazar area on Wednesday evening after unidentified assailants hurled an improvised device from a flyover near the Bangladesh Muktijoddha Sangsad office, police said. The victim, a young shop employee who had stopped for tea at a roadside stall under the flyover, died on the spot, as authorities opened an investigation into the attack that comes just a day before BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman’s high‑stakes return from exile amid a deepening political crisis.​


Dhaka Blast: 1 Killed After Crude Bomb Thrown From Flyover As Bangladesh Crisis Deepens

Tarique Rahman has been living in London since 2008, as he faced multiple criminal convictions, including for money laundering and in a case related to a plot to ⁠assassinate Sheikh Hasina, but stands acquitted of all charges after Hasina’s ouster.

Former PM Khaleda Zia’s son Tarique Rahman returning from exile, tipped to be next PM

Bangladesh's opposition leader Tarique Rahman & his wife have been sentenced to jail. What impact will this have on the country's politics? Molly Gambhir reports.

Gravitas: Bangladesh's opposition leader sentenced to 9 years in jail

A Bangladesh court sentenced the country's exiled opposition leader and his wife in absentia over corruption charges on Wednesday, the news agency AFP reported citing lawyers.

Tarique Rahman: Bangladesh's exiled opposition leader sentenced in absentia for graft

The Chairman of Bangladesh's main Opposition party and his wife have been sentenced to jail. The political tensions in the nation remain high amidst elections scheduled for later this year. He has been sentenced to nine years in jail while his wife has been sentenced to three years. Watch to know more in this interview with former diplomat Shamsher Chowdhury.

Bangladesh's exiled acting opposition chief Tarique Rahman sentenced to jail

Bangladesh polls 2018: Over 1,800 candidates in fray and other key facts

The Bangladesh High Court on Tuesday delivered a split verdict over whether imprisoned former prime minister and main opposition BNP chief Khaleda Zia should be allowed to contest the upcoming general election even as campaigning began for the December 30 polls.

Bangladesh High Court splits its judgement on permitting BNP's Khaleda Zia to contest polls

A Bangladesh court will rule on Wednesday in a case in which most of the leaders of the main opposition party are accused of plotting to assassinate Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina at a public rally 14 years ago, when she herself was in opposition.

Bangladesh court to rule on 2004 blasts targeting PM Hasina

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is more politically sound than her nemesis Khaleda Zia but Zia's only card to return to power is sympathy.

Opinion: A jailed Khaleda Zia is more popular than a free one

Tarique Rahman has been sentenced to seven years in jail and fined $2.5 million

Bangladesh court jails opposition leader's son over money laundering charges

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Bangladesh Election: Tarique Rahman Likely to Take PM Oath After BNP Majority Victory

BREAKING: PM Modi Congratulates BNP’s Tarique Rahman, Says Victory Reflects People’s Trust

PM Modi speaks with BNP Chief Tarique Rahman, congratulates him on poll victory

Friday the 13th brings new dawn to B'desh: Citizens say yes to 'July Charter'

BREAKING: PM Modi Congratulates BNP’s Tarique Rahman, Says Victory Reflects People’s Trust

BNP chief Tarique Rahman demands prompt announcement of election results

Who is Tarique Rahman? The 'Dark Prince' and front-runner for Bangladesh PM post

Bangladesh Politics: Tarique Rahman Assumes Office as BNP Chairman Ahead of Polls

Tarique & Zaima Rahman Now Eligible to Contest Feb 12 Bangladesh Polls

BNP chief enrolls as voter, signals daughter Zaima’s entry in Bangladesh politcs

Bangladesh: Tarique Rahman's pet cat Jebu accompanies him home

With Tarique Rahman's Return, Can BNP Return to Power in Bangladesh?

Dhaka Blast: 1 Killed After Crude Bomb Thrown From Flyover As Bangladesh Crisis Deepens

Former PM Khaleda Zia’s son Tarique Rahman returning from exile, tipped to be next PM

Gravitas: Bangladesh's opposition leader sentenced to 9 years in jail

Tarique Rahman: Bangladesh's exiled opposition leader sentenced in absentia for graft

Bangladesh's exiled acting opposition chief Tarique Rahman sentenced to jail

Bangladesh polls 2018: Over 1,800 candidates in fray and other key facts

Bangladesh High Court splits its judgement on permitting BNP's Khaleda Zia to contest polls

Bangladesh court to rule on 2004 blasts targeting PM Hasina

Opinion: A jailed Khaleda Zia is more popular than a free one

Bangladesh court jails opposition leader's son over money laundering charges