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Rights Body Accuses Pakistan of Silencing Activists

BYC expressed concern over a Pakistani court’s independence and judicial delay in reserved bail cases for its chief organiser, Mahrang Baloch, and other leaders….reports Asian Lite News A leading human rights organisation

February 16, 2026

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Dhaka Eyes Mega Oath Ceremony, Invites Regional Heavyweights

Among those expected to attend are Bhutan Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay, Indian Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, and Pakistan’s Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal….reports Asian Lite News Approximately 1,200 dignitaries from Bangladesh and

February 15, 2026

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‘We Must Remain United’

Rahman’s appeal came as the Bangladesh Nationalist Party delivered a sweeping victory in national elections…reports Asian Lite News Following the BNP’s decisive parliamentary election victory, BNP chief Tarique Rahman emphasised national cohesion,

February 15, 2026

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Bangladesh MPs to Take Oath Feb 17

The swearing-in ceremony will be administered in the morning by Chief Election Commissioner A.M.M. Nasir Uddin….reports Asian Lite News Members elected in Bangladesh’s 13th National Parliamentary Election are due to take their

February 15, 2026

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Asif’s 9/11 remark sparks Afghan fury

Khawaja Asif’s admission that Pakistan “rented itself out” after 9/11 triggers backlash in Afghanistan, with critics accusing Islamabad of decades-long double game. Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has sparked sharp criticism in

February 14, 2026

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Bangladesh seeks ‘constructive’ ties with India

BNP thanks Narendra Modi for congratulatory call after landslide win, pledges constructive engagement with India to strengthen bilateral ties and regional stability. The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) on Saturday thanked Indian Prime

February 14, 2026

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A Hard Road Ahead for Bangladesh PM Tarique

Experts reckon that Rahman, who is more mature politically now, may work towards the restoration of ties with India in the interest of his own country…reports Asian Lite News Tarique Rahman, chairman

February 13, 2026

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PM Modi Congratulates Tarique Rahman on BNP Victory

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and its alliance have claimed a decisive victory in the 13th parliamentary elections…reports Asian Lite News Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his warmest congratulations to Tarique Rahman

February 13, 2026

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Bangladesh Buys Royal Navy Vessel

Under its new role with the Bangladesh Navy, the vessel will significantly enhance the country’s hydrographic and oceanographic survey capacity….reports Asian Lite News The United Kingdom and the Bangladesh Navy have formally

February 13, 2026

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BNP Storms to Power, Tarique Set for PM’s Office

The announced results showed that the BNP-led alliance has won 210 seats, setting the stage for the formation of a new government led by BNP….reports Asian Lite News The Bangladesh Nationalist Party

February 13, 2026

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