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Bangladesh delegation to visit Delhi in early October for JWG meeting on trade: Sources
A Bangladesh delegation will visit New Delhi in early October for discussions on trade. The meeting will address various economic issues and explore ways to improve bilateral trade relations. Recent meetings in Dhaka reaffirmed the commitment to regional cooperation and sustainable development. Both countries aim to simplify procedures and enhance infrastructure for smoother trade facilitation. This collaboration highlights the ongoing efforts to strengthen economic ties and mutual prosperity.
Bangladesh says review of 101 India pacts aimed at making agreements 'win-win'
Bangladesh is reviewing one hundred one agreements and MoUs with India. This review aims to identify and resolve inconsistencies in existing pacts. Provisions against Bangladesh's interests will be removed after careful examination. India has noted these reports but awaits official communication from Dhaka. Both nations seek to ensure agreements serve mutual interests and national priorities.
MEA asserts it will protect national interests amid Bangladesh’s review of 101 bilateral pacts
India will protect its national interests as Bangladesh reviews bilateral agreements. Dhaka is auditing 101 pacts signed during the previous Awami League administration. Transit fees and power purchase agreements face potential renegotiation and restructuring. India's infrastructure funding and border security cooperation also face scrutiny.
BNP Government of Bangladesh reviews 101 pacts signed with India
Dhaka is reviewing one hundred and one agreements signed with New Delhi. Bureaucrats trained in India over the past decade may face scrutiny. The ruling party alleges past governments compromised national interests with a friendly nation. Goods-laden vehicles from that country were reportedly allowed free road use.
In reverse flow, India exports 500 tonnes of hilsa to Bangladesh in two months: Fish traders
Kolkata has exported approximately 500 tonnes of hilsa fish to Bangladesh recently. Another 150 to 200 tonnes are expected to be shipped in the coming weeks. This marks a significant reversal of the traditional fish trade flow between the two nations. Bangladeshi traders are sourcing hilsa from Gujarat, which has high demand there. The fish is also being processed for export and sold domestically as salted hilsa.
Chinese tank explodes in Bangladesh, 2 soldiers killed, officer injured. Watch video
Two Bangladesh Army soldiers were killed and an officer seriously injured after a Chinese-origin Type 59 tank reportedly exploded during a field firing exercise at the Hathazari Field Firing Range in Chattogram on Wednesday. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations Directorate, the incident occurred while soldiers were firing from the tank. The cause of the explosion is being investigated.
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Bangladesh court grants bail to jailed Hindu rights leader; release unlikely
Dhaka's High Court granted bail to Chinmoy Krishna Das in two more cases. His release is unlikely as he faces charges in other ongoing legal matters. Das was arrested in November 2024 on sedition charges, sparking protests and communal tensions. He now has High Court bail in four of six criminal cases against him. However, the sedition bail remains stayed, and a murder trial is underway.
Tharoor-led panel urges govt to closely monitor China's activities in Bangladesh
A parliamentary panel expressed concern over China's growing influence in Bangladesh. The committee urged India to monitor foreign powers' activities closely. India should leverage its development cooperation to strengthen its partnership. The panel also highlighted persistent challenges along the India-Bangladesh border. Enhanced surveillance and a multi-agency framework are recommended for border security.
Floods in Bangladesh kill 44, leave over a million stranded
Torrential monsoon rains caused floods and landslides in southeastern Bangladesh. At least forty-four people have died and over a million are stranded. Power outages and damaged roads hinder rescue and relief efforts significantly. Many residents lack food and cooking facilities due to submerged homes. Rohingya refugee camps also experienced landslides, killing sixteen refugees.
Australia's Marsh eyes T20 revival after ODI disappointment in Bangladesh
Australia captain Mitchell Marsh is backing his revamped side in the three-match T20 series against Bangladesh after the visitors suffered a bitter 2-1 defeat in their one-day internationals. Australia struggled against Bangladesh's pace-heavy attack in the ODIs, losing the first two matches before salvaging some pride with a narrow win in the final match in Mirpur.
Bangladesh cricket board urges probe after Test player alleges police assault
Bangladesh's cricket board is demanding a thorough investigation after Test player Nayeem Hasan alleged he was assaulted by police. Hasan stated he was physically abused and forced into a vehicle by officers in Chattogram. The board expressed deep concern and called for impartial action. Three police officers have been removed from duty pending the probe.
Bangladesh HC rejects bail plea of Hindu monk Chinmoy Das
The High Court of Bangladesh has denied bail for Brahmachari Chinmoy Krishna Das, a Hindu monk facing serious charges in the murder trial of a lawyer from 2024. Accused of sedition, Das's arrest has provoked fervent protests from his followers, culminating in clashes in Chattogram linked to the lawyer's violent demise.
Pakistan Navy ship in Bangladesh after over 50 years
A Pakistan Navy ship visited Bangladesh's Chattogram Port last Friday. This marks the first such visit since 1971. The move follows a significant improvement in bilateral relations. Analysts suggest Pakistan is seeking to increase its presence in the Bay of Bengal. This development carries security implications for eastern India and Myanmar.
Bangladesh court rejects Chinmoy Das' bail petition
A court in Chattogram denied bail to Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das in a sedition case. Arrested for allegedly desecrating the Bangladesh flag, Das faces ongoing legal challenges. His bail rejection has sparked controversy and tension, with significant interests from the international community.
11 Supreme Court lawyers to represent Chinmoy Krishna Das in bail hearing today
Eleven Supreme Court lawyers will defend former ISKCON priest Chinmoy Krishna Das in a bail hearing on January 2. He faces sedition charges for allegedly disrespecting Bangladesh's national flag. Protests erupted after his arrest, resulting in violence and the death of a lawyer. The Ministry of External Affairs expressed concern over the escalating situation.
Chinmoy Krishna Das' bail plea rejected: Kolkata ISKCON vice president says Bangladesh should ensure justice
Kolkata ISKCON's Vice President expressed disappointment after a Chattogram court denied bail to former ISKCON leader Chinmoy Krishna Das. Efforts to seek bail will now move to the High Court. The case has garnered international attention following protests and unrest after Chinmoy's arrest in November. Supporters call on the Bangladesh government to ensure his justice and well-being.
Bangladesh: Chattogram court defers Chinmoy Krishna Das' bail hearing due to lawyers' absence
A Bangladesh court postponed the bail hearing of Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das to January 2 due to the absence of his lawyer, who was brutally attacked and is in the ICU. Das, accused of sedition, has been targeted amid movements for minorities by Islamists.
No lawyer to represent Hindu monk in Bangladesh court, bail hearing deferred now to Jan 2
A Bangladesh court deferred the bail hearing of Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das to January 2 due to the absence of a defense lawyer, allegedly due to threats from politically motivated groups. Das's arrest on sedition charges sparked protests and raised tension between India and Bangladesh.
Bangladesh: No relief for Chinmoy Krishna Das; bail hearing set for Jan 2
Hindu leader Chinmoy Krishna Das's bail hearing was postponed for a month in a Chattogram court due to the absence of a lawyer. Das, arrested for alleged sedition, remains in jail amid protests by his supporters. The situation has led to heightened security and strained India-Bangladesh relations amid rising attacks on minorities in Bangladesh.
Three Hindu temples in Bangladesh's Chattogram vandalised
In Chattogram, Bangladesh, three Hindu temples were vandalised during a mob attack amidst ongoing protests sparked by the arrest of former ISKCON member Chinmoy Krishna Das under sedition charges. Both groups clashed, leading to minimal damage. India's government has expressed concern over the safety of minorities in Bangladesh, urging protection.
Who is Chinmoy Krishna Das and why has he been arrested in Bangladesh?
An Iskcon priest was arrested in Dhaka. He was detained at the airport. He is accused of disrespecting the Bangladeshi flag. A saffron flag was placed over the national flag during a rally. The priest is one of several facing sedition charges. This follows increased violence against Hindus in Bangladesh.
ISKCON asks Indian intervention after Bangladesh detains Chinmoy Krishna Das
ISKCON urges India to intervene in the detention of Chinmoy Krishna Das, a prominent ISKCON Bangladesh leader, by Dhaka police. Das's arrest stems from a sedition case filed in Chattogram, alleging disrespect to the Bangladeshi national flag during a Hindu rally.
Bangladeshi court denies bail to Hindu leader Krishna Das Prabhu who led rallies for minority protection
Krishna Das Prabhu, a Bangladeshi Hindu leader advocating for minority safety, was arrested on sedition charges after a rally. Supporters blocked his transport following a bail denial. Tensions rise as Hindu groups report increased attacks since the August government change, a claim the interim government disputes.
Hindu protests erupt in Bangladesh demanding action against community attacks
Thousands of Hindus marched in Dhaka and Chattogram, demanding action against attacks on their community after Sheikh Hasina's ouster. Protestors called for swift punishment of attackers, a separate ministry for minority affairs, and compensation for victims. The protests were closely monitored by security forces.
Bangladesh gives India permanent access to Chattogram, Mongla ports
Cargoes can be transported from Chattogram and Mongla ports to Agartala in Tripura via Akhaura, Dawki in Meghalaya via Tamabil, Sutarkandi in Assam via Sheola and Srimantapur in West Bengal via Bibir Bazar. The same routes can be used to transport commodities from the northeastern states to the two ports, officials from Dhaka told ET.
Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina offers India to use Chattogram, Sylhet ports
Prime Minister Hasina said this move would increase regional connectivity and enhance people-to-people contacts. During her interactions with Madhav, Hasina also conveyed her greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the report said.
First-ever container cargo from Kolkata via Bangladesh port reaches Agartala: MEA
The External Affairs Ministry said this movement was carried out under an agreement on use of Chattogram and Mongla Ports for movement of India's transit cargo through Bangladesh. .
India-Bangladesh multi-modal connectivity: A win-win proposition for both nations
Both sides recognize that increasing connectivity through air, water, rail, road offers mutually beneficial opportunity for enhancing economic cooperation between Bangladesh and the North Eastern States of India and beyond. Therefore first trial of container ship from Kolkata to Agartala through Chattogram Port of Bangladesh, therefore assumes significance.
India opens new chapter in connectivity with Bangladesh via container shipping
Mansukh Mandaviya Minister of State for Shipping (Independent Charge) said that the route will open doors of new opportunities for both the countries. It will provide the alternative and shorter route to connect the North East Region through Bangladesh. Mandaviya said that this is a historic move to utilize Chattogram and Mongla Port for movement of India’s transit cargo.
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