3 Things The new govt in Dhaka, rise in male infertility, and Srinagar heritage plan
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Feb 16, 2026 
Shubhajit Roy, diplomatic affairs editor covering Bangladesh-India ties, outlines Tariq Rahman’s comeback, Jamaat-e’s gains and what India should watch next. Rinku Ghosh, reproductive health reporter, highlights alarming sperm-count declines, lifestyle and environmental causes, testing and preservation options. They also touch on a Rs 210 crore plan to reconnect Srinagar’s historic Kalai Andar with the city.
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BNP Landslide Reshapes Bangladesh Politics
- Tariq Rahman's BNP won a clear mandate after Awami League was suspended, reshaping Dhaka's political landscape.
- The BNP victory raises urgent governance challenges around economy and law-and-order that Rahman must address.
Rahman's Return From Exile
- Tariq Rahman returned from 17 years in London exile and quickly assumed party leadership after Khaleda Zia's death.
- He combined local leaders' experience with colleagues from London to run a focused campaign ahead of the election.
Jamaat's Political Comeback
- Jamaat-e Islami surged from the margins to become the second-largest party with a dramatic seat increase.
- Its return fills the opposition space left by Awami League and alters parliamentary dynamics significantly.