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Government appoints former Union minister Dinesh Trivedi as Bangladesh envoy
Former Union minister Dinesh Trivedi has been appointed India's high commissioner to Bangladesh, a first for the Modi government appointing a politician to head a diplomatic mission. He faces the challenge of repairing strained ties with Dhaka, which have deteriorated following Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's ouster and an adversarial stance by the new government.
Former Union minister Dinesh Trivedi expected to be India's next High Commissioner to Bangladesh
Dinesh Trivedi is poised to take on the pivotal role of India's High Commissioner to Bangladesh, succeeding Pranay Verma, who has transitioned to Belgium. As New Delhi looks to revitalize its relationship with Dhaka, Trivedi's extensive diplomatic background positions him well for this crucial appointment. The official confirmation is on the horizon.
Indian envoy meets Bangladesh PM; signals positive, constructive ties
Indian envoy Pranay Verma met Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, conveying New Delhi's commitment to fostering positive, constructive, and people-centric bilateral ties. The discussions focused on aligning cooperation with national development priorities, aiming for mutual interest and benefit as both nations work to strengthen their relationship.
India says prioritising domestic needs, examining Bangladesh request for diesel supply
India is reviewing Bangladesh's request for diesel supplies, prioritizing its own domestic consumption needs. The decision will consider India's diesel availability and refining capacity. New Delhi has also received similar requests from Sri Lanka and Maldives, which are being examined.
Bangladesh receives diesel from India via pipeline
Bangladesh's fuel crisis has prompted the arrival of diesel supplies from India, with 5,000 tonnes set to reach Dhaka by Wednesday. As worries about fuel shortages grow, India's proactive response showcases its role as a trusted partner, ready to fulfill Bangladesh's additional fuel needs.
Bangladesh summons Indian High Commissioner over its Mission's security in New Delhi
Bangladesh has summoned the Indian High Commissioner. This follows the temporary suspension of consular and visa services at the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi. Concerns are rising about the safety of Indian nationals in Bangladesh due to political unrest. The All India Medical Students’ Association has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for intervention to ensure student safety.
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Indian, Bangladesh envoys summoned; protesters clash with cops in New Delhi and Kolkata
Tensions flared as Bangladesh summoned India's envoy following protests near its New Delhi mission and Siliguri visa center. India also summoned Bangladesh's envoy. Protests erupted over alleged violence against Hindus in Bangladesh.
Bangladesh summons Indian envoy over security concerns for its missions
Dhaka has summoned India's High Commissioner Pranay Verma. Bangladesh conveyed grave concern over incidents at its missions in India. These included vandalism at its Visa Centre in Siliguri. Violent protests also occurred outside diplomatic missions. Bangladesh condemned these acts. It urged India to investigate and ensure mission safety. Visa services were suspended.
India summons Bangladesh’s top diplomat; says all border protocols observed
India summoned the Deputy High Commissioner of Bangladesh to discuss rising border tensions, affirming commitments to existing security protocols while urging Bangladesh to comply with past agreements. The meeting follows Bangladesh's objections to India's border fencing efforts. Both nations aim to cooperate in curbing cross-border crimes, smuggling, and trafficking.
Bangladesh summons Indian envoy over border tensions
Bangladesh's foreign ministry summoned Indian High Commissioner Pranay Verma on Sunday amid rising border tensions. This follows allegations from Dhaka that India is attempting to construct fences at five locations along the Indo-Bangla border, breaching a bilateral agreement. Verma met with foreign secretary Jashim Uddin for about 45 minutes, but no official statements were issued afterward.
Bangladesh Chief Adviser Yunus pays tributes to Manmohan Singh at Indian High Commission in Dhaka
Dhaka's Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus visited India's High Commission in Dhaka to pay tributes to former prime minister Manmohan Singh, who recently passed away at the age of 92. Yunus placed a floral wreath and wrote in the condolence book. India is observing a seven-day mourning period for the late leader.
Foreign Secretary Misri holds talks with Bangladeshi counterpart
Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri arrived in Dhaka to discuss bilateral relations with Bangladesh's interim government. The visit follows increased violence against minorities, including an arson attack on a Hindu temple and the ongoing detention of spiritual leader Chinmoy Krishna Das on sedition charges. Discussions will cover key bilateral issues and the treatment of minorities.
Bangladesh summons Indian envoy to protest Agartala incident
Bangladesh summoned the Indian envoy to protest an attack on its consulate in Agartala. The protest came ahead of Indian foreign secretary Vikram Misri's planned visit to Dhaka. India expressed willingness to maintain friendly relations and promote peace and security with Bangladesh. This visit will be the first by a senior Indian official since Sheikh Hasina's ouster.
India-funded projects to continue in Bangladesh: Interim govt adviser
Bangladesh's interim government assures the continuation of India-funded projects, highlighting their importance. Finance Adviser Salehuddin Ahmed and Indian High Commissioner Pranay Verma discussed enhancing bilateral cooperation and addressing disbursement issues. Both sides expressed optimism about future economic collaboration and increased trade, with a focus on quality Bangladeshi exports to India.
India keen to advance ties with Yunus-led Bangladesh's interim govt, stays mum on Hasina
Indian High Commissioner Pranay Verma discussed strengthening ties with Bangladesh under interim leader Muhammad Yunus. This development follows Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's resignation and her subsequent move to India after public dissent. Verma met with Foreign Affairs Adviser Md Touhid Hossain but did not specify the length of Hasina's stay in India.
New plant of Sun Pharma inaugurated in Bangladesh
Indian pharmaceutical company, Sun Pharma, inaugurated a new plant in Bangladesh, strengthening economic ties and promoting collaboration in the pharmaceutical sector, including joint R&D efforts.
Assam-based Numaligarh Refinery opens liaison office in Bangladesh's Dhaka
The office was inaugurated in presence of Bhaskar Jyoti Phukan, Managing Director Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL). Also present on the occasion were Khalid Ahmed, Director (O&P), Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation (BPC), and Md. Tipu Sultan, MD, Meghna Petroleum Ltd and senior officers of NRL. This is the first overseas office of the NRL.
India is Bangladesh's largest export destination in Asia: Indian High Commissioner
The High Commissioner said negotiation on the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between India and Bangladesh is going to start soon.
Bangladesh Polls: Sheikh Hasina wins 5th term as Prime Minister
The landslide victory that the Awami League helped itself win in yesterday's polls means Sheikh Hasina will further tighten her grip on power as she is poised to go in history as the longest serving prime minister in Bangladesh,according to the Daily Star.
Indian envoy calls on Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina, conveys greetings of PM Modi on her election victory
Indian Envoy Pranay Verma stressed that India will continue to support the people of Bangladesh in realising their vision of a stable, progressive and prosperous nation, guided by their long-standing friendship and inspired by their shared sacrifices in the Liberation War.
Bangladesh, India launch trade transactions in rupees
The central bank governor said the transaction costs during trade with India would reduce with the introduction of the Taka-Rupee dual currency card which was "almost ready (to be) launched from September". Bangladesh and India, however, stage frontier trading in certain areas called "border hut" in a semi-formal manner where both currencies are exchanged on a limited scale. Officials said under the formal arrangement from now on initially, the trade would be transacted in rupee and then gradually in Bangladeshi currency Taka upon the trade gap between the two countries decreasing.
India ready to help Bangladesh with its defence modernisation efforts: Envoy
India is ready to help Bangladesh with its defence modernisation efforts and has identified defence industry cooperation with Dhaka as an emerging focus area of the bilateral partnership, including joint development and production, India's envoy said
Indian firm bags consultancy contract for Bangladesh port
Bangladesh state minister for shipping Khalid Mahmud Chowdhury was present at the signing of the contract. High Commissioner of India to Bangladesh Pranay Verma highlighted that Bangladesh is India's largest development partner, both in terms of value and number of projects. Nearly one-fourth of India's development assistance abroad is extended to various projects across sectors in Bangladesh.
India, Bangladesh pledge to work together to curb terrorism as Indian envoy meets PM Hasina
Newly-appointed Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Pranay Verma called on Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina here on Wednesday during which they pledged to work together to curb terrorism in the region.
India & Vietnam are emerging as post pandemic Economic Powers in region
India’s Aatma Nirbhar Mission can be integrated with the Global Economy mentioned Pranay Verma, Ambassador, Embassy of India, Vietnam in a webinar organized by PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) on Global Trade and Investment Opportunities for Indian Industry in Vietnam.
India offers help to Vietnam in warship-building and maintenance
“Indian shipbuilding has come of age and gained tremendous expertise. Indian shipyards are willing to work with Vietnamese shipyards for construction, repair and maintenance of platforms,” he said.
Act East: India send flood aid to strategic partner Vietnam
Deputy Foreign Minister Nguyen Quoc Dung thanked the Indian Government and people for the support, saying that the sharing will further deepen the close ties between the two countries.
India emphasises on stability along China border ahead of Lok Sabha polls
During the meeting, both sides reviewed the situation in the India-China border areas with a view to ensure peace and tranquillity.
Maintenance of peace in border areas important pre-requisite for development of ties: India to China
Both sides agreed to explore the possibility of strengthening cooperation through exchange of visits and institutionalised dialogue.
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