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WorldDaily Star BD3mo ago

India-BNP Relations Discussed After Khaleda Zia Funeral

The relationship between India and the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) is being re-evaluated following the funeral of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, with discussions suggesting a positive but complex path forward.

Ahsan Iqbal to attend Bangladesh’s PM-elect Tarique Rehman’s oath-taking ceremony in Dhaka
WorldDawn6mo ago

Ahsan Iqbal to attend Bangladesh’s PM-elect Tarique Rehman’s oath-taking ceremony in Dhaka

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. More to follow

Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir Elected 23rd President of Bangladesh
PoliticsAl JazeeraDWTimes of India+6hindustan-timesndtvexpress-tribunekhaleej-timesDaily Sabahtimes-of-oman1d ago9 sources

Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir Elected 23rd President of Bangladesh

Veteran politician Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has been elected as the 23rd President of Bangladesh. He assumes the presidency after a career spanning from war to imprisonment.

Bangladesh Links India Ties to Ganges Water Treaty Renewal
WorldTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express+2ndtvdhaka-tribune3mo ago5 sources

Bangladesh Links India Ties to Ganges Water Treaty Renewal

Bangladesh has stated that its relationship with India will depend on the renewal or negotiation of a new Ganges Water Treaty. Officials from the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and a minister emphasized the critical importance of this water-sharing agreement for bilateral ties.

PoliticsDaily Star BD2mo ago

BNP Leader Hacked in Dhaka

A ward-level leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) was reportedly hacked in Mohammadpur, Dhaka. The incident highlights ongoing political tensions or local crime issues.

Bangladesh’s outreach to India ‘a good beginning’ for easing strained ties
WorldSCMP6mo ago

Bangladesh’s outreach to India ‘a good beginning’ for easing strained ties

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...