Bangladesh is in total upheaval as ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is officially convicted of crimes against humanity and sentenced to death by the Bangladesh court. The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) judge ruled that Hasina is responsible for the killing of around 1,400 people during the July–August 2024 protests. This explosive verdict comes after months of political turmoil, mass protests, leaked intelligence reports, crackdowns on dissent, and Hasina’s dramatic fall from power.
17 November,2025 02:54 PM IST
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has placed immediate port restrictions on certain goods imported from Bangladesh. This includes items like ready-made clothes and processed food, which can only enter India through specific seaports. The move follows a directive from the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT). The decision came after Bangladesh’s interim Chief Adviser, Muhammad Yunus, referred to India’s northeastern states as “landlocked” during a speech in China. Indian officials saw this as challenging the region’s connectivity and sovereignty. In response, the government in New Delhi introduced the port restrictions as a corrective step. An official press release confirmed the changes and emphasized the need to protect national interests and maintain regional respect.
18 May,2025 11:02 AM IST
The first batch of Bangladeshi nationals living illegally in India is being deported to Bangladesh. Detained over the past few days, they were brought to Jodhpur on 14 May to begin the deportation process. According to Rajasthan Minister Jogaram Patel, a total of 148 illegal immigrants were transported to Kolkata via Jodhpur, from where they will be officially repatriated to Bangladesh.
14 May,2025 05:14 PM IST
PM Modi is currently in Thailand. He met Bangladesh Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus in Thailand. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri revealed, "PM Modi reiterated India's support for democratic, stable, peaceful, progressive and inclusive Bangladesh. He underlined Prof. Yunus India's desire to forge a positive and constructive relationship with Bangladesh. The PM also urged that any rhetoric that vitiates the environment is best avoided. On the border strict enforcement of the law and prevention of illegal border crossing are necessary to maintain border security and security. The PM also underlines India's concerns over the safety and security of minorities, including Hindus in Bangladesh."
04 April,2025 08:05 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
