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A Rashtrapati Bhavan notice cancelling Saturday’s Change of Guard ceremony for Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman’s welcome rehearsal was withdrawn, triggering fresh uncertainty over his proposed India visit. The development comes amid strained bilateral ties ahead of the BRICS summit
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India has signalled a willingness to strengthen ties with Bangladesh, with High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi saying Prime Minister Tarique Rahman would receive an honourable welcome in India. Both sides are seeking to resolve differences and expand cooperation in trade, business, education, healthcare and employment
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India said it seeks positive and constructive ties with Bangladesh based on mutual interests and reciprocity amid uncertainty over Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's visit. New Delhi said Bangladesh's extradition request for Sheikh Hasina is under established processes and is also examining Dhaka's energy request
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India has invited Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to attend the BRICS summit outreach session in New Delhi as BIMSTEC chair. The invitation follows standard BRICS practice and comes amid fresh diplomatic unease over Sheikh Hasina's planned virtual media interaction
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The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has authorised Prime Minister and party chairman Tarique Rahman to select its candidate for the upcoming presidential election. The decision was made at the BNP’s National Standing Committee meeting, with leaders confirming that no names were discussed yet.
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India's High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Dinesh Trivedi, expressed optimism over stronger bilateral ties, saying outstanding issues can be resolved through dialogue. He hoped Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's India visit would take place soon, paving the way for progress on key bilateral matters
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India has invited Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman as a special guest to the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi. The gesture underscores New Delhi's commitment to strengthening neighborhood ties following recent diplomatic measures, including the resumption of general tourist visas
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Indian High Commissioner Pranay Verma met Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman to discuss enhancing bilateral cooperation. Both sides emphasized people-centric collaboration, regional peace, and mutual development, reflecting strengthened India-Bangladesh ties after previous strains
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India and Bangladesh are set to strengthen cooperation on security, connectivity and trade during Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman’s visit. Key discussions will focus on border management, counter-terrorism, energy routes and regional stability, paving the way for a meeting between the two Prime Ministers
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Armed with a strong mandate, Rahman signalled a willingness to bury the hatchet and make a fresh beginning by pursuing a forward-looking relationship with New Delhi
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A Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leader, Shafiqur Rahman, was injured in a shooting in Dhaka’s Kalabagan, amid post-election violence following Tarique Rahman’s government formation. Human Rights Support Society reports widespread injuries and property damage nationwide
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Following Bangladesh’s 13th Parliamentary elections, the Tarique Rahman-led BNP formed a cabinet where 70% of ministers are businesspersons. Transparency International Bangladesh warned of potential conflicts of interest, noting that most MPs, especially from BNP, are also millionaires
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Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has promised to strengthen law and order, protect minorities, and curb corruption in his first address. He said his government aims to ensure safety, equality, and democratic governance for all citizens
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India-Bangladesh relations are poised for a reset following the Bangladesh Nationalist Party’s victory. PM Narendra Modi congratulated Tarique Rahman, while India engages security, trade, and minority protection issues amid concerns over ISI-backed destabilisation efforts
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Tarique Rahman was elected Leader of the BNP Parliamentary Party, positioning him to become Bangladesh’s next Prime Minister. BNP MPs took their oaths at Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban, while skipping the Constitution Reform Council procedure
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Immediate challenges before the new administration are the restoration of the rule of law, economic recovery and resetting the strained ties with India
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Following the BNP’s sweeping electoral victory, adviser Humayun Kabir said Bangladesh seeks to reset ties with India after Sheikh Hasina’s exit. He urged New Delhi to recognise the new mandate, ensure non-interference, and pursue balanced, mutually beneficial regional cooperation
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Bangladesh is preparing to invite Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other regional leaders to the swearing-in ceremony of Tarique Rahman as the country’s next prime minister on February 17. While Dhaka has reportedly communicated its plans to New Delhi, there is no official confirmation yet.
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The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) claimed victory in Bangladesh’s general elections, saying it secured a parliamentary majority to form the next government, ending the interim rule led by Muhammad Yunus. The Election Commission is yet to announce final results
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The national election is Dhaka’s pivotal moment — a bid to turn a youth uprising into institutional power and to set the country’s course after Sheikh Hasina’s dramatic fall