Bangladesh India relations

Are Bangladeshis anti-Indian?

To understand the recent surge of so-called anti-Indian views among Bangladeshis, we need to examine the misrule that shipwrecked their country.

India reacts to Shafiqul’s comments on Murshidabad violence

India has reacted sharply to the remarks of Chief Adviser’s Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam who urged New Delhi to take steps to protect the Muslim population of Murshidabad in West Bengal.

Take steps to protect minority Muslims

The interim government yesterday strongly protested India’s attempts to link Bangladesh to communal violence in Murshidabad, West Bengal, and urged the neighbouring nation to take steps to protect its minority Muslim population there.

India can at least ‘put restrictions’ on Hasina

Foreign Adviser Touhid Hossain has called on India to restrict Sheikh Hasina from making “incendiary and false” statements publicly.

Tharoor urges India to prioritise Bangladeshi people

The Lok Sabha MP cautioned about the perception of concern about particular parties

India unlikely to respond to call on Hasina extradition: Hindustan Times

The report noted that key procedural requirements have not been fulfilled by Dhaka to advance such a request.

Dhaka-Delhi ties won’t get stuck on single issue

Foreign adviser to visit China on Jan 20

Dhaka asks Delhi to send back Hasina

The foreign ministry has sent a diplomatic note to the Indian government, saying that Dhaka wants ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina sent back.

Dhaka, Delhi eager to take ties forward

Dhaka and New Delhi committed to advancing bilateral relationship for mutual benefit in the first high-level official talks since Bangladesh’s political changeover.

December 9, 2024
December 9, 2024

Indian foreign secretary arrives in Dhaka

Vikram and Bangladesh Foreign Secretary Jashim Uddin are set to lead the Foreign Office Consultation (FOC) at 11:00am

December 9, 2024
December 9, 2024

Indian foreign secy’s visit: 2 countries to try to mend relations

Bangladesh and India will try to bridge the gap in the bilateral relationship, which was created after the ouster of the Awami League regime, in the Foreign Office Consultation (FOC), diplomatic sources in Dhaka and New Delhi said.

December 9, 2024
December 9, 2024

Efforts on to bring back Hasina

 Chief Adviser’s Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam yesterday expressed hope that Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri’s visit would strengthen Bangladesh-India relations. 

December 8, 2024
December 8, 2024

Indian foreign secretary's Bangladesh visit: Key issues and what's next

This visit comes at a time when relations between the two countries are strained. How can Bangladesh navigate this crucial moment?

December 8, 2024
December 8, 2024

Foreign adviser hopes for amicable Bangladesh-India relations soon

"If we want to solve problems, we have to admit the problem first," he said.

December 4, 2024
December 4, 2024

Why India should address the misinformation campaign against Bangladesh

India is applying its own framework of sectarian politics to interpret and represent Bangladesh.

December 2, 2024
December 2, 2024

Bangladesh wants friendly, normal relations with India

Foreign adviser says he hopes that scheduled Foreign Office Consultations with India will take place

November 26, 2024
November 26, 2024

India's statement 'contrary to spirit of friendship'

Ministry of Foreign Affairs says Dhaka committed to upholding communal harmony in the country

October 6, 2024
October 6, 2024

'India needs a clear security assurance from Bangladesh'

If Dhaka assures Delhi that it will address India's security concerns, this could serve as the foundation for a strong relationship.

September 23, 2024
September 23, 2024

Former Indian high commissioners call for engagement between Bangladesh, India

In separate interviews with The Daily Star over the weekend, Deb Mukharji and Veena Sikri addressed various issues, including the question of the extradition of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina