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Bangladesh Election Result 2026 LIVE: BNP Claims Victory, Party Leader Says 'No Time For Celebration'

Bangladesh Election 2026 Result LIVE Updates: Steered by a leader back to the country after a 17-year exile, Tarique Rahman-led BNP raced towards a decisive win in the crucial national election held on Thursday.

Published on: 13.02.2026 02:15
Tarique Rahman-Led BNP Set For Thumping Win In Bangladesh Polls: 10 Points

The counting of votes in the Bangladesh national election early this morning showed Tarique Rahman's BNP securing a majority of seats, with the party winning 151 constituencies so far.

Published on: 13.02.2026 02:13
India's "Will Take Appropriate Action" Response To Trump Remarks On PM Modi

The Ministry of External Affairs's Official Spokesperson for Randhir Jaiswal addressed questions about a video in which US President Donald Trump reportedly said he "doesn't want to destroy Modi's political career."

Published on: 13.02.2026 02:09
A Timeline Of Trump's Minnesota Immigration Crackdown

White House border czar Tom Homan announced on Thursday that US President Donald Trump had agreed to end an immigration-enforcement surge in Minnesota.

Published on: 13.02.2026 01:27
'Proposal Under Review': India On US Invite To Join Trump's 'Board of Peace'

India is reviewing the United States' invitation to join President Donald Trump's Board of Peace for the Gaza Strip, according to the Foreign Ministry.

Published on: 13.02.2026 01:23
Indian Textile Exports To US To Get Same Benefits As Bangladesh: Piyush Goyal

India's textile exports to the US will receive the same benefits Washington has extended to Bangladesh, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Thursday.

Published on: 13.02.2026 01:16
Obama Says Trump Climate Repeal Leaves Americans "Less Safe, Less Healthy"

Former US president Barack Obama on Thursday warned that Donald Trump's decision to repeal a landmark scientific finding underpinning climate regulations would leave Americans "less safe, less healthy."

Published on: 13.02.2026 00:38
Bangladesh TV Channels Show BNP Leading As Vote Counting Continues

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party crossed the halfway mark to win the parliamentary election on Friday, a local TV station showed, as ballots were counted in a pivotal vote that is expected to restore political stability.

Published on: 13.02.2026 00:23
US, Taiwan Finalise Deal To Cut Tariffs, Boost Purchases Of American Goods

Trump administration officials signed a final reciprocal trade agreement that confirmed a 15% US tariff rate for imports from Taiwan, while committing Taiwan to a schedule for eliminating or lowering tariffs on nearly all US goods.

Published on: 13.02.2026 00:20
"Unacceptable": Macron Wants Answers On French Diplomat In Epstein Files

President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday said "something should have been done" earlier about a French diplomat who was investigated in the US for allegedly viewing child pornography and features in the Epstein files.

Published on: 13.02.2026 00:07
Trump Says He Will Meet China President Xi Jinping In April

US President Donald Trump on Thursday announced that he will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in April, with Xi expected to visit the United States later this year.

Published on: 12.02.2026 23:46
Trump Ends Immigration Crackdown In Minnesota

President Donald Trump's pointman on Thursday announced the end of an aggressive immigration operation in Minnesota that triggered large protests and nationwide outrage following the killing of two US citizens.

Published on: 12.02.2026 22:30
What Is Going On With Iran-US Talks?

Iran and the US have yet to set a date for a new round of talks after an initial encounter last week on the contested Iranian nuclear programme but, for now, US President Trump is not rushing to launch military action against the Islamic republic.

Published on: 12.02.2026 20:43
Trump Warns Iran Of "Very Traumatic" Outcome If No Nuclear Deal

US President Donald Trump threatened Iran Thursday with "very traumatic" consequences if it fails to make a nuclear deal -- but Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he was skeptical about the quality of any such agreement.

Published on: 12.02.2026 20:12
Tarique Rahman's BNP Leads In Early Trends, Jamaat Faces Setback

The election and referendum in Bangladesh saw over 55% voter turnout despite the Awami League missing from the electoral process. Some Awami League voters may have stayed away from the voting process, a study of the voter turnout suggests.

Published on: 12.02.2026 18:21
Two US Navy Ships Collide During Refuelling In Carribean, Two Injured

Two US Navy vessels collided during a refuelling operation in the Caribbean on Wednesday, leaving two personnel with minor injuries, according to Col Emmanuel Ortiz, a spokesman for the United States Southern Command.

Published on: 12.02.2026 17:12
Jaahnavi Kandula Case: What Led To Rs 260 Crore Settlement From US

The US city of Seattle has settled a wrongful death lawsuit filed by the family of Jaahnavi Kandula for $29 million(over Rs 260 crore).

Published on: 12.02.2026 15:51
Imran Khan Loses 85% Vision After "Inhuman" Abuse In Pakistani Jail

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has suffered a devastating loss of eyesight, severe health deterioration, and prolonged solitary confinement inside Adiala Jail, according to a damning report by a court-appointed lawyer.

Published on: 12.02.2026 14:53
NDTV Ground Report: Why A UK-Based Doctor Returned Home To Contest Elections In Bangladesh

Tasnim Jara, a 31-year-old doctor, is now contesting the parliamentary elections as an independent, driven by what she describes as a desire to build a "genuinely new political culture".

Published on: 12.02.2026 14:08
'Maduro Still Legitimate Head': Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodriguez

Venezuela's acting president, Delcy Rodriguez, has publicly defended Nicolas Maduro, insisting he remains the country's rightful leader despite being detained in the United States.

Published on: 12.02.2026 13:18

News from Arabic Countries

US and Taiwan sign ‘pivotal’ deal to cut trade tariffs

Taipei agrees to buy some $85bn of US energy, aircraft and equipment in exchange for 15 percent tariff rate.

Published on: 13.02.2026 02:39
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,450

These are the key developments from day 1,450 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Published on: 13.02.2026 01:56
Trump is the ‘elephant in the room’ as the African Union holds new summit

Trump's policies on tariffs, foreign aid and immigration have outsized impact as African Union leaders seek 'balance'.

Published on: 13.02.2026 01:02
US judge blocks Trump administration from punishing Senator Mark Kelly

Judge Richard J Leon, a Republican appointee, has rejected the government's case as 'anemic' and 'horsefeathers'.

Published on: 13.02.2026 00:46
Trump revokes US scientific finding behind climate change regulations

Trump administration rescinds 'endangerment finding' that serves as the legal bases to curb greenhouse gas emissions.

Published on: 13.02.2026 00:08
Protesters march in Venezuela as National Assembly weighs amnesty bill

First major opposition protest since Maduro's abduction comes as lawmakers consider bill to free political prisoners.

Published on: 12.02.2026 23:05
Is genocide still happening in Gaza?

Israel continues attacks and restrictions on essentials for life.

Published on: 12.02.2026 23:04
Atletico Madrid thrash Barcelona 4-0 to take charge of Copa del Rey semi

Atletico Madrid tear the holders ⁠apart ⁠with four first-half goals in the ⁠first leg of their Copa del ​Rey semifinal.

Published on: 12.02.2026 22:45
US urges Europe to take the lead on defence in NATO

Pentagon policy chief Elbridge Colby says current NATO approach 'no longer fit for purpose'.

Published on: 12.02.2026 21:32
T20 World Cup: How India vs Pakistan relations went from bad to worse

From handshake row to match boycott - a look at the post-conflict controversial incidents in cricket's biggest rivalry.

Published on: 12.02.2026 20:57
Norwegian police search former PM Jagland’s properties over Epstein ties

Pal Lonseth, chief of the specialised Okokrim economic crimes unit, says Jagland suspected of 'aggravated corruption'.

Published on: 12.02.2026 20:15
Canada’s PM Carney to visit Tumbler Ridge after mass school shooting

Police say 18-year-old Jesse Van Rootselaar killed her mother and stepbrother before carrying out mass shooting in BC.

Published on: 12.02.2026 20:12
US readying another aircraft carrier for Middle East deployment: Trump

Despite nuclear diplomacy with Iran, US president suggests Washington will send more military assets to the region.

Published on: 12.02.2026 20:11
CCTV video captures moment sinkhole swallows road in Shanghai

CCTV video captured the moment a huge sinkhole swallowed part of a busy road in Shanghai, China on Wednesday.

Published on: 12.02.2026 19:31
Unofficial results show BNP ahead in Bangladesh election

Unofficial results in the Bangladesh election suggest that the Bangladesh Nationalist Party is leading.

Published on: 12.02.2026 19:24
Trump calls Israel’s president ‘disgraceful’ for not pardoning Netanyahu

The US president tells reporters that Isaac Herzog should be 'ashamed' for not pardoning Netanyahu's bribery charges.

Published on: 12.02.2026 19:20
FBI video shows Epstein’s butler trying to sell ‘address book of victims’

Recently released video shows the butler of Jeffrey Epstein trying to sell a supposed list of victims and clients.

Published on: 12.02.2026 18:49
Israeli settlers illegally bulldoze Palestinian homes

Palestinian homes have been bulldozed by Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank.

Published on: 12.02.2026 18:41
Zelenskyy says ‘no rules broken’ after Olympics bans Ukraine racer

Vladyslav Heraskevych prevented from starting his race as his helmet did not comply with the rules, the IOC said.

Published on: 12.02.2026 18:40
Mexican ships arrive in Cuba with humanitarian cargo amid US oil blockade

President Sheinbaum called for dialogue and pledged to send more supplies as soon as the two ships return to Mexico.

Published on: 12.02.2026 18:34
India hammer Namibia in run-up to Pakistan T20 World Cup showdown

Ishan Kishan and Hardik Pandya score half centuries for T20 World Cup holders India in 93-run win against Namibia.

Published on: 12.02.2026 18:14
Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona 4-0: Copa del Rey semifinal – as it happened

All the updates as Atletico beat holders Barca in their semifinal, first leg in Spain's main cup competition.

Published on: 12.02.2026 17:40
Israel charges two over betting on military operations

A civilian and a military reservist were suspected of placing bets on future military operations.

Published on: 12.02.2026 17:38
Corbyn alleges UK ‘complicity’ after Streeting’s admission of Gaza abuses

Jeremy Corbyn asks government minister Wes Streeting why he did not resign despite acknowledging Israeli war crimes.

Published on: 12.02.2026 17:31
Bezalel Smotrich’s long struggle to annex the West Bank for Israel

Born of Israel's settler community, the finance minister has subverted the Palestinian West Bank's few protections.

Published on: 12.02.2026 17:11