Top news of the day February 17, 2026 Tarique Rahman sworn in as new PM of Bangladesh; Supreme Court says political leaders must ultimately foster fraternity in country, and more

Tarique Rahman engages with opposition leaders ahead of Bangladesh's swearing-in ceremony, promoting unity amidst post-election tensions.

DHAKA: Bangladesh’s prime minister-to-be Tarique Rahman and lawmakers were sworn into parliament on Tuesday, becoming the first elected representatives since a deadly 2024…

Tarique Rahman set to take oath and become prime minister after landslide victory prompted by ousting of Sheikh Hasina

Lawmakers pledged allegiance to Bangladesh as hundreds of people gathered outside Dhaka's parliament grounds.

Top news of the day February 17, 2026 Tarique Rahman sworn in as new PM of Bangladesh; Supreme Court says political leaders must ultimately foster fraternity in country, and more

Many voice hope that moment will mark move away from repression and unrest and a chance to revive economy

Om Birla attends Bangladesh PM swearing-in, extends Modi's invitation to Tarique Rahman, emphasizing India’s support for democratic progress.

Tarique Rahman of the BNP is sworn in as the prime minister of Bangladesh. His cabinet appointments are also revealed.

DHAKA: Bangladesh Nationalist Party Chairman Tarique Rahman took the oath as prime minister on Tuesday, days after his party secured more than a two-thirds majority in the first…

DHAKA: Bangladesh’s Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has named a former commerce minister to steer the country’s troubled economy and kept the defense portfolio for himself as he…

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has sent his congratulations to Bangladesh’s new Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and the country’s new government leaders.…

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman pledges to ensure safety for all faiths in Bangladesh, emphasizing law, order, and inclusivity.