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Once criticised by BNP, outgoing NSA Khalilur Rahman to be foreign minister in Tarique’s Cabinet

Khalilur's inclusion in 50-member Cabinet, led by Tarique Rahman, represents a striking turnaround as BNP sought his resignation last year over comments on Tarique’s citizenship.

In final speech as Bangladesh interim govt adviser, Yunus rakes up reference to India’s NE, yet again

In a televised address before new govt was sworn-in, Yunus praised China, while talking about ‘strategic balance’. He didn’t talk directly about violence seen during his tenure.

Gen Ziaur, Khaleda Zia & now Tarique Rahman: tracing India-Bangladesh ties during BNP years

India–Bangladesh ties have historically witnessed strain during BNP. As Tarique Rahman prepares to take charge, will past patterns persist or give way to new diplomatic script?

Ban to breakthrough—Jamaat ends political exile, redraws Bangladesh’s opposition landscape

Party’s registration was cancelled in 2013. Its reinstatement before 2026 polls reopened doors for a party many considered was sidelined indefinitely.

BNP’s resurgence in Bangladesh: Tarique’s liberal pivot, Jamaat fears & politics of limited options

In post-Hasina era, the BNP’s rise has been meteoric. Once centre-right nationalist party is now steering towards centre-left politics, to capture void left by Awami League ban.

BNP leader killed at Bangladesh polling station, party claims he was trying to stop fraud

BNP claims Mohibuzzaman Kachi received fatal head injuries as he was pushed by Jamaat-e-Islami supporters when he tried to stop them from committing 'irregularities' at a booth.

Bangladesh elections: Why Dhaka is key in high-stakes BNP-Jamaat showdown

For decades, an unwritten political equation has shaped Bangladesh’s electoral landscape: the party that secures a majority in the capital, Dhaka, often goes on to form the government.

BNP activist shot dead in Bangladesh in 2nd major attack on party as pre-poll violence rages on

In the latest attack on BNP members, Azizur Rahman Mosabbir, a leader of the party’s volunteer wing Jatiyatabadi Swechasebak Dal, was shot dead by gunmen.

In 4th attack in 2 weeks, Hindu businessman beaten, set afire in Bangladesh; cops call it ‘terror’ attack

Assailants stopped Khokhon Das, who was travelling in an autorickshaw, and beat him up. The 50-year-old has been hospitalised with severe injuries.

EAM Jaishankar set to visit Dhaka to attend Khaleda Zia’s funeral amidst diplomatic chill

Jaishankar will also likely meet with Zia’s son Tarique Rahman, the incumbent leader of Bangladesh Nationalist Party, and senior officials in the interim government.

On Camera

Period pain is real. Blanket menstrual leave policy isn’t a fix

The Supreme Court is right to point out the 'mindset of employers', who, because of this policy, may deduce that 'women are inferior.'

Red carpet for industry honchos as AAP kicks off Punjab investors summit. Rs 10,000 cr pledged on Day 1

At 2nd such summit in Punjab for top investors organised by AAP since it came to power in Punjab, Lakshmi Mittal announced his Bathinda refinery has increased production of LPG by 3,000 tonnes/day.

Supreme Leader Mojtaba, the man Iran must keep alive & the secret force ‘tasked with it’—all about NOPO

The Nirouyeh Vijeh Pasdaran Velayat, or NOPO, was the only force Ali Khamenei trusted.It was founded in 1991 and is more feared than the Revolutionary Guards.

Trump brings the Age of Humiliation for friends. Modi needs stoicism abroad, humility at home

Trump has ushered in the age of humiliation. His method is to push around America’s friends rudely and publicly. He knows none of them can afford to fight back.