Jailed Hindu monk and minority-rights activist Chinmoy Krishna Das was granted a five-hour parole to attend the funeral of his mother, Sandhya Rani Dhar, in Hathazari, Chattogram. Released under security arrangements, Das was allowed to participate in his mother’s final rites before returning to custody. The moment carried deep emotional significance. Das was seen in tears during the funeral as he performed the last rites for his mother. His brief release came after his famil

India and Bangladesh have renewed their focus on strengthening bilateral defence cooperation, with military training, professional exchanges, disaster management and maritime security emerging as key areas of discussion. The development comes as both neighbours seek to maintain constructive engagement and reinforce stability in a strategically important part of South Asia. Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Dinesh Trivedi met Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s Def

India has proposed a Settlement Nodal Agency charge of Rs 0.005 per unit on a defined portion of the electricity it supplies to Bangladesh. The fee is intended to recover costs associated with grid operations and the settlement of cross-border power transactions and would apply to 1,160 MW of supply managed through India’s state-owned NTPC Vidyut Vyapar Nigam Ltd. The proposal forms part of a regulatory framework introduced by the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission for

In a determined effort to strengthen internal security and enforce immigration laws, the Gurugram Police have detained 13 suspected Bangladeshi nationals living illegally in the city. Authorities have initiated formal deportation proceedings, marking another step in ongoing verification drives across the district. Representational image | Firstpost Operation Details The arrests stemmed from a special verification drive conducted by the Crime Branch team in Sector-39. Acting o

India is preparing to send its first shipment of railway passenger coaches to Bangladesh in July, marking a significant resumption of exports following a period of political transition in Dhaka. This delivery under a major contract reaffirms the deep-rooted economic and infrastructure partnership between the two neighbouring countries. RITES speeds up Bangladesh train coach production (Image generated using AI) | Indian Express Resumption of Shipments After Political Transiti

India and Bangladesh have agreed to enhance coordination on border patrols, intelligence sharing, and joint efforts against cross-border crimes, marking a constructive step toward managing their extensive shared frontier amid ongoing migration-related concerns. The agreement emerged from the successful conclusion of the 57th Director General-level Border Coordination Conference between India’s Border Security Force (BSF) and Bangladesh’s Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB), held in

India has reiterated its appeal to Bangladesh to expedite the nationality verification of suspected illegal immigrants, underscoring the importance of bilateral cooperation for smooth repatriations. This comes against the backdrop of recent allegations by Bangladesh’s Border Guard (BGB) regarding multiple “push-in” attempts along the shared border. The issue was addressed during the weekly briefing of the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on June 5. Spokesperson Randhir Jais

India continues to place great importance on building and sustaining friendly ties with its neighbouring countries, with Bangladesh remaining a key partner in this vision. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has been vocal in expressing this longstanding policy, emphasising the need for cooperation and mutual respect between the two nations. Image from News On Air Rajnath Singh’s Message of Friendship In a detailed interview with a news agency in March 2025, Defence Minister Rajna

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar has drawn attention to the challenges faced by religious minorities in Pakistan and Bangladesh, emphasising that India is closely monitoring the situation and raising the matter through diplomatic channels. Speaking in the Lok Sabha in late March 2025, Dr. Jaishankar outlined India’s position on the treatment of minority communities in its neighbourhood. He noted that India tracks these developments carefully and brings specific con

India’s external sector has shown encouraging resilience as the new financial year unfolds. Outbound shipments recorded healthy double-digit growth during the initial months, reflecting robust demand for Indian products in global markets despite ongoing international challenges. India’s exports registered double-digit growth during April-May FY27, according to a senior government official, signalling a strong start to the fiscal year. | Photo Credit: TONY GENTILE | TheHindu B

In a notable development along the India-Bangladesh border, large groups of individuals suspected to be undocumented Bangladeshi nationals have begun assembling at key checkpoints in West Bengal, seeking to return to their home country. This movement has gained momentum following the state government’s implementation of a “Detect, Delete, and Deport” policy aimed at addressing illegal immigration. This marks the second major wave of Bangladeshis returning home, after a simila

India is making significant strides in positioning its indigenously developed Vande Bharat trains as a practical and affordable solution for modernising rail infrastructure in developing nations. Through a collaborative effort between Indian Railways and state-owned RITES Ltd, the country is developing a standard-gauge version of these semi-high-speed trains tailored for international markets. This initiative highlights India's growing capabilities in railway technology and i

In a major initiative aimed at enhancing border security, West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has directed the state police to implement the "Detect, Delete and Deport" policy targeting illegal infiltrators, particularly from Bangladesh. The announcement was made during a significant land handover ceremony at the State Secretariat in Nabanna, where the government transferred land to the Border Security Force (BSF) for strengthening fencing along the Indo-Bangladesh bo

In a significant display of proactive governance, newly appointed Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari chaired the first cabinet meeting of the West Bengal government on Monday at Nabanna. The meeting resulted in six important decisions aimed at enhancing border security, improving public welfare, streamlining administration, and aligning state initiatives with national programmes. Adhikari, who assumed office on May 9 following the BJP’s victory in the 2026 West Bengal Assembly e

India has appointed Dinesh Trivedi as its next High Commissioner to Bangladesh , marking a notable shift in its diplomatic approach toward the neighbourhood. The decision comes at a time when New Delhi is seeking to recalibrate and strengthen ties with Dhaka following a period of political and strategic uncertainty. Unlike conventional appointments drawn from the Indian Foreign Service, Trivedi’s selection reflects a deliberate move to place political experience at the forefr

In a notable step toward strengthening regional diplomacy, India’s High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Pranay Verma, met Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman in Dhaka. The meeting underscored a shared commitment to fostering a positive, constructive, and forward-looking partnership between the two neighbouring nations. It reflected India’s continued emphasis on building stable and cooperative ties with Bangladesh , rooted in mutual respect and shared aspirations for growth

The ongoing Iran war 2026 has unleashed a major disruption in global energy markets, sending shockwaves far beyond the Middle East. At the center of this crisis lies the Strait of Hormuz , a narrow maritime passage that handles a significant share of the world’s crude oil trade. As tensions escalated and tanker movements slowed, global oil supplies tightened sharply, triggering a surge in fuel prices and widespread uncertainty. For countries heavily dependent on imported ener

The steady flow of diesel from India to Bangladesh through the Bangladesh–India Friendship Pipeline marks a significant advancement in bilateral energy relations. This cross-border infrastructure has transformed the way fuel is transported between the two nations, ensuring a faster, more reliable, and cost-effective supply chain. The diesel originates from the Numaligarh Refinery in Assam and is delivered directly to the Parbatipur depot in northern Bangladesh , replacing th

India has begun supplying 5,000 tonnes of diesel to Bangladesh through the Bangladesh–India Friendship Pipeline, highlighting the deepening energy cooperation between India and Bangladesh. The diesel is being transported from the facilities of Numaligarh Refinery Limited located in Assam to the fuel depot in Parbatipur in Dinajpur district of Bangladesh. The shipment comes at a time when Bangladesh is facing pressure on its fuel supplies due to disruptions in global oil mark

India has moved swiftly to engage with Bangladesh’s new political leadership following the recent change of government in Dhaka. In a personal message, Modiji congratulated Rahman on his electoral victory and invited him to visit India, signalling New Delhi’s intention to maintain continuity and warmth in relations with Bangladesh despite political transitions. The communication emphasised the deep historical, cultural, and civilisational connections shared by the two nat