India-Bangladesh relations

Why Dhaka-Delhi relations aren't like Washington-London

India often prioritises its own interests over Bangladesh’s legitimate needs.

BSF must stop killing Bangladeshis

Recurrent border killings a thorn in bilateral relations

India needs to pursue equal partnership with Bangladesh

If Bangladesh and India are to forge a more equitable friendship, three existing bilateral issues need to be addressed.

How much more must the Teesta bleed?

West Bengal’s decision to divert more water from the river is extremely damaging to Bangladesh

Dried-up Teesta continues to haunt farmers

Bangladesh needs to find a realistic solution to a persistent problem

“My relations with Mamata Banerjee goes beyond politics”

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina tonight (September 5, 2022) expressed disappointment at not being able to meet West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in New Delhi during her ongoing four-day visit to India.

Pranay Verma next Indian High Commissioner to Dhaka, reports say

Pranay Kumar Verma, currently the Indian envoy to Vietnam, will be the country’s next High commissioner to Dhaka, WION reported today.

Indian foreign minister Jaishankar in Dhaka

Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has arrived in Dhaka this (April 28, 2022) afternoon.

India-Bangladesh relations exceptionally close: Indian external affairs ministry

India today said relations with Bangladesh are “exceptionally close” and expressed confidence that both sides appreciate mutual sensibilities and mutual respect.

October 4, 2019
October 4, 2019

PM urges India-Bangladesh businessmen to work for mutual benefits

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina urges India-Bangladesh businessmen to work for mutual benefits and make the region more prosperous, saying the two neighbouring countries are enjoying the best ever relations as she addressed the India-Bangladesh Business Forum (IBBF).

April 9, 2018
April 9, 2018

Bangladesh, India sign 6 MoUs

Bangladesh and India have signed six memoranda of understanding (MoU) during a bilateral meeting between the foreign secretaries of Bangladesh and India at State Guesthouse Padma in Dhaka.

March 22, 2017
March 22, 2017

Water to play key role to boost ties with Bangladesh: Indian minister

India’s Water Resources Minister Uma Bharti says that rivers and water will play an important role to strengthen the country’s ties with neighbouring countries including Bangladesh.

May 17, 2016
May 17, 2016

Modi to lay foundation stone of India-Bangladesh rail project

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to lay the foundation stone of a new India-Bangladesh railway project on May 27, reports NDTV quoting a top railway official.

December 4, 2015
December 4, 2015

PM shocked at loss of lives, property in Chennai flood

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina expresses her profound shock at the loss of lives and damage of property in southern India due to the terrible flood.

June 6, 2015
June 6, 2015

Agreements signed between Bangladesh and India

Bangladesh and India sign, exchange, adopt and hand over a total of 22 agreements on bilateral issues during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Dhaka visit.

June 6, 2015
June 6, 2015

Modi confident about fair solution on Teesta, Feni rivers

Saying that Indian investments in Bangladesh will help bridge the trade gap between the countries, Indian PM Narendra Modi promises his country will help Bangladesh make trade smoother and easier.

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