Bangladesh BNP Victory Brings Anti-India Leaders Back to Parliament

7 UPDATES · 5 DAYS · 13 FEB 2026 — 17 FEB 2026

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Latest · 17 Feb 2026

Bangladesh's political landscape has shifted with Tarique Rahman's ascension to Prime Minister, marking the end of the "battle of begums" era.

What this timeline covers

This event covers the resurgence of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and its demand for the extradition of Sheikh Hasina from India, including reactions, analyses, and follow-up developments related to this specific occurrence. It excludes other actions by the BNP, Sheikh Hasina, and the Indian government unless they are direct developments of this extradition demand and the subsequent diplomatic interactions.

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13Feb

STORY BEGINS — Times of India

India's Sheikh Hasina dilemma: Resurgent BNP seems set to press extradition demand - what are New Delhi's options?

14Feb

Times of India

Bangladesh's BNP landslide victory, led by Tarique Rahman, has resulted in the return of several controversial anti-India leaders to Parliament.

15Feb

The Hindu

Bangladesh's new Prime Minister, Tarique Rahman, has called for a reset in relations with India, emphasizing the need for India to recognize the changed political landscape.

BBC

India's Prime Minister congratulated the BNP leader on his landslide victory, signaling a potential shift in relations with the newly elected government.

The Hindu

India remains cautious about its relationship with the new Bangladesh government, but Tarique Rahman's development agenda may offer an opportunity for normalization.

16Feb

South China Morning Post

Bangladesh's interim government invited leaders from 13 countries, including India, to its swearing-in ceremony, signaling a positive step towards improving strained relations.

17Feb

LATEST UPDATE — Times of India

Bangladesh's political landscape has shifted with Tarique Rahman's ascension to Prime Minister, marking the end of the "battle of begums" era.

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