Bangladesh Election: Dhaka's New Pivot, Delhi's New Dilemma

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News18•13-02-2026, 21:21
Bangladesh Election: Dhaka's New Pivot, Delhi's New Dilemma
- •Centre-Right Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) wins, led by Tarique Rahman, after Awami League ban.
- •Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami emerges as principal opposition, marking a rise in religious politics.
- •BNP's victory poses challenges for India, including demands for Sheikh Hasina's extradition and potential closer ties with Pakistan and China.
- •Tarique Rahman's past alleged involvement in weapon smuggling to ULFA raises security concerns for India's North-East.
- •Jamaat-e-Islami's strong presence in border areas with India sparks fears of Islamist mobilization and radicalization.
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