PM Modi speaks to Tarique Rahman, highlights strong bilateral ties with Bangladesh

February 13, 2026 4:59 PM

PM Modi speaks to Tarique Rahman, highlights strong bilateral ties with Bangladesh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday spoke to Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leader Tarique Rahman and congratulated him on the BNP’s election victory. He said the Indian government is committed to “the peace, progress, and prosperity of both our peoples.” In a post on X, the Prime Minister said: “Delighted to speak with Mr. Tarique Rahman. I congratulated him on the remarkable victory in the Bangladesh elections. I conveyed my best wishes and support in his endeavour to fulfil th...

PM Narendra Modi congratulates Tarique Rahman on BNP’s decisive win in Bangladesh Polls

February 13, 2026 9:09 AM

PM Narendra Modi congratulates Tarique Rahman on BNP’s decisive win in Bangladesh Polls

In a significant gesture, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his warm congratulations to Tarique Rahman following the decisive victory of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) in Bangladesh’s parliamentary elections. In his message, Prime Minister Modi said the victory reflects the deep trust and confidence the people of Bangladesh have placed in Rahman’s leadership. He described the outcome as an important moment in Bangladesh’s democratic journey and reaffirmed India’s cont...

BNP sweeps Bangladesh election, Tarique Rahman set to become PM

February 13, 2026 2:33 PM

BNP sweeps Bangladesh election, Tarique Rahman set to become PM

Bangladesh’s opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) won a landslide parliamentary election on Friday, returning to power after nearly two decades and positioning party leader Tarique Rahman to become prime minister as the country emerges from months of unrest and economic disruption. Rahman, the son of former premier Khaleda Zia and assassinated former President Ziaur Rahman, faces immediate challenges in restoring political stability, reviving investor confidence and rebuilding k...