Bangladesh crisis: What Rahul Gandhi said in S Jaishankar's all-party meeting
7 months, 1 week ago

Bangladesh crisis: What Rahul Gandhi said in S Jaishankar's all-party meeting

Hindustan Times  

External affairs minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday chaired an all-party meeting on the Bangladesh crisis. The meeting was attended by leaders of the ruling National Democratic Alliance and senior Opposition leaders, including the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi. LoP in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, Congress leader KC Venugopal and DMK MP TR Baalu leave after an all-party meeting. Senior Congress MP Rahul Gandhi raised concerns about the future of India's foreign policy, particularly in light of the recent events in Bangladesh.

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‘Ridiculous’: S Jaishankar calls out Bangladeshi leaders for ‘blaming’ India for everything
2 weeks, 5 days ago

‘Ridiculous’: S Jaishankar calls out Bangladeshi leaders for ‘blaming’ India for everything

Hindustan Times  

External affairs minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar has called out leaders of Bangladesh's interim government for making “absolutely ridiculous” charges against India, days after meeting Touhid Hassan, his counterpart from the neighbouring country's caretaker administration, in Oman, amid unprecedented strain in ties between the two nations. Highlighting India's “special” relationship with Bangladesh, which goes back to 1971, when the Indian Army and …

'Bangladesh, make up your mind what kind of ties you want with India’
2 weeks, 6 days ago

'Bangladesh, make up your mind what kind of ties you want with India’

Firstpost  

Jaishankar told Touhid Hossain, the interim government’s foreign affairs advisor, during a recent meeting in Muscat that Bangladesh ‘should not normalise terrorism’ Bangladesh must decide what sort of relationship it wants with India, said External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday. Jaishankar, speaking days after visiting Bangladesh foreign minister Touhid Hossain in Muscat, called out the interim administration in Dhaka …

'Congress suffering because of their silence on Bangladesh issue': BSP chief Mayawati
3 months, 1 week ago

'Congress suffering because of their silence on Bangladesh issue': BSP chief Mayawati

Op India  

Questioning the “silence” of Congress on the Bangladesh issue, Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati on Saturday said that because of the “mistake” of Congress the people there are suffering. Most of them are Dalits and people from weaker sections…Congress party is silent and is now shouting ‘Be careful’ only for Muslim votes,” the BSP chief said addressing a press conference. …

Buzz on tough talk as Jaishankar meets Modi to discuss Bangladesh situation
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Buzz on tough talk as Jaishankar meets Modi to discuss Bangladesh situation

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Amid escalating tensions in Bangladesh, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss the situation. In response to TNIE's query on the possibility of the government making a statement on the issue, Jaishankar said, “We haven’t decided anything yet.” Sources said Jaishankar’s meeting with Modi lasted for 30 minutes. Congress MP Shashi …

The View From India newsletter: The churn in Bangladesh
6 months, 2 weeks ago

The View From India newsletter: The churn in Bangladesh

The Hindu  

It is barely a month since Sheikh Hasina resigned as Prime Minister of Bangladesh. Some civil society groups within Bangladesh have been urging foreign, especially Indian, media to refrain from exaggerating and sensationalising sporadic instances of such attacks, contending it could make religious minorities more vulnerable. We always wanted a functional relationship with India,” he said, adding: “Unfortunately, there has …

India must engage with all sides in Bangladesh: Top policy analyst
6 months, 2 weeks ago

India must engage with all sides in Bangladesh: Top policy analyst

The Hindu  

The current state of relations between India and Bangladesh does not leave space for conventional diplomacy for Indian decision makers, a top policy analyst of Bangladesh has said. The end of the Hasina government need not be interpreted as the end of bilateral relations, he said, while also adding: “South Block should engage with the real stakeholders – the people …

Bangladesh wants harmonious ties with India, but New Delhi mustn't interfere: Jamaat-e-Islami chief
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Bangladesh wants harmonious ties with India, but New Delhi mustn't interfere: Jamaat-e-Islami chief

The Hindu  

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami supremo Shafiqur Rahman has said his party seeks harmonious and stable ties with India but asserted that New Delhi needs to reconsider its foreign policy in the neighbourhood, as bilateral relations do not entail interfering in each other’s internal issues. Mr. Rahman, who is the Ameer of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, stated that his party supports close relations between India …

Accepting the realities of Bangladesh
7 months ago

Accepting the realities of Bangladesh

Hindustan Times  

As the situation in Bangladesh unfolds, television anchors and their guests outdoing each other in finding a new angle, a new accusation, or yet another conspiracy theory. Bangladesh citizen First, the discussion in whether or not India should have welcomed former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina into India should take into consideration that everyone has a right to seek political asylum. …

Former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina's next move? India has no updates, says MEA
7 months, 1 week ago

Former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina's next move? India has no updates, says MEA

Hindustan Times  

Ministry of external affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal on Thursday said they don't have any update on former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's plans and that it was for her to take things forward. “As far as former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is concerned, we don't have an update on her plans. Dr. Muhammad Yunus, the Nobel laureate economist arrived in …

‘Can happen in India too': Salman Khurshid faces flak over remarks on Bangladesh; BJP calls him 'anarchist'
7 months, 1 week ago

‘Can happen in India too': Salman Khurshid faces flak over remarks on Bangladesh; BJP calls him 'anarchist'

Hindustan Times  

Former Union minister and Congress leader Salman Khurshid courted controversy by saying what is happening in neighbouring Bangladesh can happen in India too. Former Union minister Salman Khurshid Speaking at the launch of academician Mujibur Rehman's book Shikwa-e-Hind: The Political Future of Indian Muslims, Khurshid said, “Everything may look normal in Kashmir. BJP leader Shehzad Poonawalla said, "Congress party says …

Pakistan's first reaction to Bangladesh political crisis: ‘Solidarity with…’
7 months, 1 week ago

Pakistan's first reaction to Bangladesh political crisis: ‘Solidarity with…’

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan said on Wednesday it “stands in solidarity with the people of Bangladesh” after prime minister Sheikh Hasina fled the country following weeks of violent anti-quota protests that eventually demanded her resignation. Pakistan also said it is “sincerely hoping for a peaceful and swift return to normalcy.” Student leaders, politicians, the President and the Army chief met together and decided …

Sheikh Hasina in shock, says S Jaishankar at all-party meeting
7 months, 1 week ago

Sheikh Hasina in shock, says S Jaishankar at all-party meeting

Hindustan Times  

India has assured help to Sheikh Hasina, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar told an all-party meeting on Tuesday, a day after the beleaguered Bangladesh ex-PM fled Dhaka and landed in Ghaziabad. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, Union Minister JP Nadda and others leave after an All-Party meeting about the ongoing developments in Bangladesh. Briefing political party leaders in Parliament House, …

Bangladesh Violence: 'The people do not forgive a dictator,' Says Sanjay Raut | ABP News
7 months, 1 week ago

Bangladesh Violence: 'The people do not forgive a dictator,' Says Sanjay Raut | ABP News

ABP News  

Sanjay Raut recently commented on the violence in Bangladesh, stating, "The people do not forgive a dictator." This remark refers to the recent unrest and the political turmoil in Bangladesh, highlighting concerns about Sheikh Hasina's leadership and the public's response to her government. During the meeting, the central government provided information about its stance on Bangladesh and Sheikh Hasina. Foreign …

Jaishankar briefs all-party meeting on Bangladesh, assures border situation ‘not alarming’
7 months, 1 week ago

Jaishankar briefs all-party meeting on Bangladesh, assures border situation ‘not alarming’

Hindustan Times  

India has offered help to former Bangladesh premier Sheikh Hasina, who fled to the country on Monday, and will take necessary steps if the situation in the neighbouring nation deteriorates, the government informed an all-party meeting on Tuesday. Leaders of key political parties who attended the meeting held behind closed doors were told by a team of ministers that the …

Bangladesh Protest: All Party Meeting on Bangladesh Situation Scheduled for Today | S. Jaishankar
7 months, 1 week ago

Bangladesh Protest: All Party Meeting on Bangladesh Situation Scheduled for Today | S. Jaishankar

ABP News  

The protests against reservations in Bangladesh show no signs of calming down. Seeing the deteriorating situation, Sheikh Hasina has resigned from the Prime Minister's post and left the country on Monday. Amid the violent protests in Bangladesh, India has advised its citizens to avoid traveling to Bangladesh until further notice. The Ministry of External Affairs has also issued a strict …

Bangladesh Protest: Meeting of All Parties on Bangladesh Situation Today | S. Jaishankar | Sheikh Hasina
7 months, 1 week ago

Bangladesh Protest: Meeting of All Parties on Bangladesh Situation Today | S. Jaishankar | Sheikh Hasina

ABP News  

The protests against reservations in Bangladesh show no signs of calming down. Seeing the deteriorating situation, Sheikh Hasina has resigned from the Prime Minister's post and left the country on Monday. Amid the violent protests in Bangladesh, India has advised its citizens to avoid traveling to Bangladesh until further notice. The Ministry of External Affairs has also issued a strict …

Bangladesh Political Crisis: Security Beefed Up At India-Bangladesh Border Amid Violence | ABP News
7 months, 1 week ago

Bangladesh Political Crisis: Security Beefed Up At India-Bangladesh Border Amid Violence | ABP News

ABP News  

The situation in Bangladesh is deteriorating rapidly. Following Sheikh Hasina's resignation from the Prime Minister's position and her subsequent departure from the country, control has now shifted to the Bangladeshi military. Meanwhile, on Monday, Bangladeshi President Mohammad Shahabuddin announced that he has accepted Sheikh Hasina's resignation. Several videos of the violence in Bangladesh have surfaced, showing protesters breaking into the …

Is there a Pakistan hand in Bangladesh crisis? Jaishankar says a Pakistani diplomat did...
7 months, 1 week ago

Is there a Pakistan hand in Bangladesh crisis? Jaishankar says a Pakistani diplomat did...

Firstpost  

During the meeting, EAM Jaishankar allayed apprehensions about border security, saying that ’no worrying number of people are trying to enter India. pic.twitter.com/tiitk5M5zn — Dr. S. Jaishankar August 6, 2024 During the meeting, EAM Jaishankar allayed apprehensions about border security, saying that “no worrying number of people are trying to enter India. All checkpoints between the two nations are under …

Bangladesh crisis: Sheikh Hasina in India, Centre convenes all-party meeting; top leaders attend
7 months, 1 week ago

Bangladesh crisis: Sheikh Hasina in India, Centre convenes all-party meeting; top leaders attend

Hindustan Times  

The government has called for an all-party meeting over the current political situation in Bangladesh on Tuesday, August 6, a day after Sheikh Hasina resigned as prime minister and fled the country along with her sister amid a massive protest. Union ministers Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, S Jaishankar, JP Nadda and Opposition leaders Rahul Gandhi and others attend an all-party …

Bangladesh political crisis: When Rahul Gandhi questioned about possible involvement of foreign hand
7 months, 1 week ago

Bangladesh political crisis: When Rahul Gandhi questioned about possible involvement of foreign hand

India TV News  

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday chaired an all-party meeting in Parliament and briefed the leaders about the ongoing developments in Bangladesh. The all-party meeting was attended by Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju and LoP Rahul Gandhi among others. While the Opposition expressed satisfaction with the Centre's stance on the ongoing …

Election Results 2024 updates: Sonia Gandhi unanimously elected as Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson
9 months, 1 week ago

Election Results 2024 updates: Sonia Gandhi unanimously elected as Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson

The Hindu  

The principal opposition party in the Lok Sabha, Congess, today held its meeting of the extended Congress Working Committee, where the members unanimously urged Rahul Gandhi to take the role of Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha. Meanwhile, former party president Sonia Gandhi was unanimously re-elected as the chairperson of the Congress parliamentary party. At a meeting of party …

Rahul: Assess Congress’s LS performance in K’taka
9 months, 1 week ago

Rahul: Assess Congress’s LS performance in K’taka

Hindustan Times  

Following the Lok Sabha election results in Karnataka, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi convened a meeting in Bengaluru on Friday with newly elected Members of Parliament and losing candidates to assess the party’s performance. Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah and State Dy CM DK Shivakumar Addressing the media following the meeting, deputy chief minister and Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee president DK Shivakumar said …

Jaishankar meets newly-appointed Bangladesh Foreign Minister
1 year, 1 month ago

Jaishankar meets newly-appointed Bangladesh Foreign Minister

The Hindu  

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Saturday met newly-appointed Bangladesh Foreign Minister Mohammed Hasan Mahmud in Uganda’s capital Kampala and hailed the bilateral relations, which are “growing from strength to strength”. He also congratulated Dr. Mahmud on being appointed as the Foreign Minister of Bangladesh as the two leaders are meeting for the first time after the new government took …

3 key hurdles will define Rahul’s future in politics
1 year, 7 months ago

3 key hurdles will define Rahul’s future in politics

Hindustan Times  

Rahul Gandhi made a comeback in Parliament this week with a speech during a no-confidence motion against the Narendra Modi government. Notwithstanding the content and structure of Gandhi’s speech, what does his return mean for emerging politics; especially when the opposition is making its first serious attempt to present a united front against the BJP government? The Congress’s devastating losses …

Bengaluru: Never-before-seen scenes at Oppn meet as unlikely allies join hands
1 year, 7 months ago

Bengaluru: Never-before-seen scenes at Oppn meet as unlikely allies join hands

Hindustan Times  

The quote about politics making strange bedfellows is attributed to 19th century American essayist Charles Dudley Warner, but is believed to have its origins in Shakespeare’s Tempest. West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee interacts with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi during Opposition parties meet, in Bengaluru on Tuesday. For instance, West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee reserved her warmest reference for …

Government calls all-party meeting on July 19 ahead of Monsoon Session of Parliament
1 year, 7 months ago

Government calls all-party meeting on July 19 ahead of Monsoon Session of Parliament

The Hindu  

The government has convened an all-party meeting on Wednesday to deliberate on a host of issues related to Parliament's Monsoon Session, which will begin from July 20. It's a customary get-together on the eve of a Session's start as various parties put across their issues at the meeting attended by senior government Ministers. A similar all-party meeting called on Tuesday …

‘Rahul and responsibility don’t travel together': BJP after Cong leader's convoy stopped in Manipur
1 year, 8 months ago

‘Rahul and responsibility don’t travel together': BJP after Cong leader's convoy stopped in Manipur

Hindustan Times  

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Thursday hit out at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi after his convoy was stopped by police in Manipur. Adding that several student unions and women protested the visit of Rahul Gandhi, the BJP leader claimed the local administration requested the Congress leader to take helicopter to visit relief camps in Churachandpur. The local administration requested Rahul …

In Bangladesh, Narendra Modi Would Want to Achieve One Thing—Consensus
3 years, 11 months ago

In Bangladesh, Narendra Modi Would Want to Achieve One Thing—Consensus

News 18  

March 26 marks the 50th anniversary of the birth of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh. The BJP government in Delhi and Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s leadership, however, has demonstrated a sincere will to reach to a win-win arrangement on issues of controversy through friendly negotiations. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Bangladesh has sent jitters across the corridors of …

Bangladesh key part of India’s Act East policy: Jaishankar
4 years ago

Bangladesh key part of India’s Act East policy: Jaishankar

Live Mint  

Union foreign minister S. Jaishankar on Thursday said Bangladesh was not only a key part of India’s “neighbourhood first policy” but also crucial for New Delhi’s “Act East policy”, which aims to cement ties between India and South-East Asia. He expressed confidence that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s planned visit to Dhaka later this month will be “very memorable” as India’s …

West Bengal govt convenes all-party meet on coronavirus situation
4 years, 8 months ago

West Bengal govt convenes all-party meet on coronavirus situation

India Today  

The West Bengal government has convened an all-party meeting on Wednesday to discuss the coronavirus situation in the state, a senior minister said. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will preside over the meeting, which is likely to be attended by leaders of all political parties having representation in the state assembly, the minister said on Monday. The West Bengal government had …

As resignations pile up, hectic activities on in Congress to tide over crisis
5 years, 9 months ago

As resignations pile up, hectic activities on in Congress to tide over crisis

India TV News  

Hectic activities continued in the Congress on Tuesday to tide over the crisis that has hit the grand old party in the wake of the dismal performance in the Lok Sabha elections, with party chief Rahul Gandhi insisting on quitting the post, leaving the leaders gasping for ways to placate him. Led by Rahul's sister Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, a host …

Congress leaders meet Rahul Gandhi amid leadership crisis
5 years, 9 months ago

Congress leaders meet Rahul Gandhi amid leadership crisis

India TV News  

Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, his Deputy Sachin Pilot and General Secretaries K.C. Venugopal and Priyanka Gandhi on Tuesday met party President Rahul Gandhi amid a leadership crisis following the party's rout in the Lok Sabha elections. Spokesman Randeep Singh Surjewala also met Rahul Gandhi at the latter's residence. The CWC, the party's top decision making body, authorised Rahul Gandhi …

Future looks bleak for Congress as Rahul fails yet again
7 years, 7 months ago

Future looks bleak for Congress as Rahul fails yet again

ABP News  

The abrupt collapse of the Mahagathbandan in Bihar has led to another round of criticism directed at AICC vice-president Rahul Gandhi. This was evident throughout the United Front regime in 1996-97 when the Congress leadership played havoc with the Governments headed by HD Deve Gowda and IK Gujral. During private conversations, most senior Congress leaders give expression to their utter …

Darjeeling: All-party meet flops, Bengal govt turns heat on Gorkhaland agitators
7 years, 8 months ago

Darjeeling: All-party meet flops, Bengal govt turns heat on Gorkhaland agitators

Hindustan Times  

Smarting under embarrassment as an all-party meeting on the Darjeeling crisis turned into a flop show on Thursday with all major opposition parties abstaining, the West Bengal government reacted by intensifying the clampdown on Gorkhaland agitators in the hills. Most opposition parties boycotted the meeting saying it would be a futile exercise given that chief minister Mamata Banerjee out of …

“India’s understanding of Bangladesh will help U.S.”
11 years, 2 months ago

“India’s understanding of Bangladesh will help U.S.”

The Hindu  

As the political situation in Bangladesh becomes increasingly volatile, India has hinted at the need for a united approach between India and the United States. “We don’t discuss democracy in third countries but we do hope the U.S. … there were obviously some differences of perception that I noticed last time I was there, particularly in the dealing of the …

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