India-Bangladesh border talks to begin February 16; fencing, infiltration top agenda
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India-Bangladesh border talks to begin February 16; fencing, infiltration top agenda

The Hindu  

The twice postponed Director General level border talks between India and Bangladesh are now expected to be held here from February 16 with the issue of fencing and rise in infiltration attempts post the regime change in that country being a major subject of discussion, official sources said Wednesday. The issues related to objections raised by Bangladesh over the construction of "agreed upon" single-row fence at about 92 identified patches covering about 95.8 km of the overall 4,096 km international border between the two neighbours is expected to be taken up during this meeting with "prominence", the sources said. Bangladesh expressed "deep concern" over the "activities" of the BSF vis-a-vis fence erection and border killings when they called Indian High Commissioner Pranay Verma in Dhaka over the weekend. The Indian side, during the border talks, is expected to put across the instances of spiked up infiltration attempts by Bangladeshi nationals across this front post August last year as these instances are linked to human trafficking and cross-border smuggling.

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India, Bangladesh to hold border talks next month amid fencing row; infiltration top agenda
7 hours, 40 minutes ago

India, Bangladesh to hold border talks next month amid fencing row; infiltration top agenda

Firstpost  

A delegation of the Border Guard Bangladesh is scheduled to hold discussions with their counterparts Border Security Force between February 16 and 19 as part of the 55th edition of these bi-annual talks. The twice postponed Director General level border talks between India and Bangladesh are now expected to be held here from February 16 with the issue of fencing …

Bangladesh changed stance on border fencing by India after Yunus replaced Sheikh Hasina: Report
1 day, 10 hours ago

Bangladesh changed stance on border fencing by India after Yunus replaced Sheikh Hasina: Report

Firstpost  

Barbed wire installation at unfenced stretches of India-Bangladesh border was being carried out smoothly as per the mutually agreed deal between the two neighbouring nations. However, it was disrupted after Muhammad Yunus-led interim government took the charge after former former PM Sheikh Hasina fled in August India and Bangladesh are engaged in a fresh row over the barbed-wire fencing of …

India summons Bangladesh's Deputy Commissioner amid border tensions
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2 days, 7 hours ago

India summons Bangladesh's Deputy Commissioner amid border tensions

Deccan Chronicle  

India summoned Bangladesh's Deputy High Commissioner Nural Islam on Monday after tensions arose over India's Border Security Force activities along the Bangladesh-India border. The dispute centers on India's border security efforts, including alleged violations of bilateral agreements regarding border fencing at five locations. India emphasized its focus on a crime-free border, tackling issues such as smuggling and trafficking while fostering …

India summons Bangladesh envoy, says fencing work on border is in line with agreements
2 days, 9 hours ago

India summons Bangladesh envoy, says fencing work on border is in line with agreements

The Hindu  

The Ministry of External Affairs on Monday summoned the Head of Mission at the High Commission of Bangladesh to convey that fencing works on the India-Bangladesh border was being carried out in accordance with “all protocols and agreements”. Jashim Uddin expressed “deep concern” to Indian High Commissioner in Dhaka Pranay Verma about the construction works by the Border Security Force …

India summons Bangladesh envoy day after Dhaka pulls up Indian High Commissioner over border fencing
Top News
2 days, 10 hours ago

India summons Bangladesh envoy day after Dhaka pulls up Indian High Commissioner over border fencing

Live Mint  

India on Monday, January 13, summoned Deputy High Commissioner of Bangladesh, Nural Islam day after Dhaka summoned the Indian High Commissioner to express its 'deep concern' and express his ‘objections’ over fencing at the border. In a statement titled ‘Construction of fence at the India-Bangladesh border’, the Ministry of External Affairs said, “It was conveyed that with regard to security …

MEA summons Bangladesh's envoy day after Dhaka calls in India's diplomat over border tussle
2 days, 19 hours ago

MEA summons Bangladesh's envoy day after Dhaka calls in India's diplomat over border tussle

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: In a move signalling diplomatic escalation over border management, India on Monday summoned Bangladesh's Acting High Commissioner, Md. "It was conveyed that, with regard to security measures at the border, including fencing, India observed all protocols and agreements between the two governments and between the Border Security Force and Border Guard Bangladesh," the Ministry of External Affairs said …

Bangladesh foreign ministry summons India High Commissioner Pranay Verma over border tensions
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3 days, 2 hours ago

Bangladesh foreign ministry summons India High Commissioner Pranay Verma over border tensions

Live Mint  

Bangladesh's Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned Indian High Commissioner Pranay Verma on 12 January 2025 to address escalating tensions along the India-Bangladesh border. During the discussions, Foreign Secretary Md Jashim Uddin expressed Bangladesh's "deep concern" regarding these alleged unauthorised constructions and emphasised that such activities could exacerbate tensions between the two nations, a News18 report suggested. Bangladesh foreign secretary Jashim …

Bangladesh official meets Indian envoy, shares 'deep concern' on border tensions
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3 days, 19 hours ago

Bangladesh official meets Indian envoy, shares 'deep concern' on border tensions

India Today  

Jashim Uddin on Sunday expressed Bangladesh's "deep concern" over the recent border tensions during a meeting with Indian High Commissioner Pranay Verma at the Foreign Ministry here. Jashim Uddin today expressed deep concern of Government of Bangladesh to the High Commissioner of India Pranay Verma at his office at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs over the recent activities of the …

Bangladesh summons India's High Commissioner, expresses 'deep concern' over recent border tussle
Top News
3 days, 19 hours ago

Bangladesh summons India's High Commissioner, expresses 'deep concern' over recent border tussle

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Bangladesh on Sunday summoned India's High Commissioner in Dhaka, Pranay Verma, to express its “deep concern” over recent actions by the Border Security Force at the border, amid growing tensions between the two countries. Jashim Uddin today expressed the deep concern of the Government of Bangladesh to the High Commissioner of India, Pranay Verma, at his office at …

BSF BGB officials hold meeting discuss mutual cooperation along border
6 days ago

BSF BGB officials hold meeting discuss mutual cooperation along border

The Hindu  

Senior officials of the Border Security Force on Thursday held a meeting with their counterparts of the Border Guard Bangladesh at Petrapole border in North 24 Parganas and discussed the coordination and peace along the border as well as fostering mutual cooperation between the two forces. “The commanders discussed various issues of mutual interest, including joint efforts against cross-border crimes, …

Border fencing continues in WB’s Malda despite Bangladeshi objections, says BSF
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1 week ago

Border fencing continues in WB’s Malda despite Bangladeshi objections, says BSF

The Hindu  

The Border Security Force has continued fencing along the international border at Kaliachak in Malda district despite Border Guard Bangladesh objecting to the initiative. No change in status of IB The South Bengal Frontier of BSF on Tuesday also issued a rebuttal to reports in a section of the Bangladeshi press alleging that the BGB had taken control of a …

Bangladesh Army objects to fencing near Bengal border, Indian villagers step in
1 week, 1 day ago

Bangladesh Army objects to fencing near Bengal border, Indian villagers step in

India Today  

Tensions flared at the Indo-Bangladesh border in West Bengal after a verbal altercation broke out between Border Security Force personnel and the Border Guard Bangladesh over ongoing fencing work. According to local sources, the incident took place near Sukdebpur village in Malda district when BSF jawans were engaged in fencing operations on the Indian side of the border and Bangladesh …

Amid rising India-Bangladesh tension, Bengal CM Mamata says BSF allowing infiltration; BJP counters
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1 week, 6 days ago

Amid rising India-Bangladesh tension, Bengal CM Mamata says BSF allowing infiltration; BJP counters

Firstpost  

The Trinamool Congress supremo further said that she has directed DGP Rajeev Kumar to identify where these infiltrators are staying and that she would write a “strong-worded” letter to the BJP-led central government West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday the Border Security Force of easing the entry of infiltrators into India from Bangladesh as the two countries witness …

Why Suvendu Adhikari says Bengal govt the weak link in border security
1 week, 6 days ago

Why Suvendu Adhikari says Bengal govt the weak link in border security

India Today  

Amid concerns of the Opposition that West Bengal is becoming a safe haven for fundamentalists, the BJP’s Suvendu Adhikari has shared what he calls details of “non-cooperation of the state government” in resolving problems in acquiring land for measures to strengthen the state’s borders with Bangladesh. Adhikari’s allegations followed Bengal director general of police Rajeev Kumar’s remarks that central agencies …

Bengal DGP Hints at BSF ‘Lapses’ at Border Vigil
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Bengal DGP Hints at BSF ‘Lapses’ at Border Vigil

Deccan Chronicle  

Kolkata: West Bengal Police chief Rajeev Kumar indirectly pointed fingers at the Border Security Force on Sunday over “lapses” in tackling infiltration from Bangladesh in wake of the unrest in the neighbouring country. Whenever we get information about it, we share it with BSF.” Mr Kumar added, “We sensitize them and will continue to do that. He also took credit …

3 Bangladeshis, illegally staying in India, arrested while trying to cross border
2 weeks, 4 days ago

3 Bangladeshis, illegally staying in India, arrested while trying to cross border

Hindustan Times  

Three Bangladeshis, illegally staying and working in India, were arrested while they were trying to sneak out of the country and enter Bangladesh across the international border in West Bengal’s Murshidabad district. Police said that the three Bangladeshis got panicky when some Bangladeshis were arrested from various states and wanted to leave India. They, however, got panicky when some Bangladeshis …

India-Bangladesh yet to plan biannual border meet
2 weeks, 5 days ago

India-Bangladesh yet to plan biannual border meet

Hindustan Times  

The border guarding forces of India and Bangladesh are yet to agree on a date for their biannual Director General-level meet in New Delhi, officials aware of the matter, confirming that the interaction won’t happen within this calendar year. The chiefs of the two forces were set to resume their interaction last month but the meeting was deferred for a …

Armed forces to step up surveillance to secure unfenced India-Bangladesh border
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Armed forces to step up surveillance to secure unfenced India-Bangladesh border

India Today  

Amid worsening bilateral relations between India and Bangladesh and growing concerns over border security in West Bengal, Border Security Force Director-General Daljit Singh Chaudhary assured that the country's border is protected. In October this year, BSF DG Chaudhary was on a two-day Kolkata visit, focusing on enhancing border management amid ongoing political tensions between the BJP and Trinamool Congress regarding …

India and Bangladesh: Fractured bonds along the border
1 month ago

India and Bangladesh: Fractured bonds along the border

The Hindu  

A peek into Bangladesh through the integrated check post in West Bengal at the Petrapole-Benapole border shows that a mural of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, which was visible from the Indian side before August 5, has been whitewashed. By the end of November and early December, as reports of violence against minorities in Bangladesh piled up, and protests erupted in West …

Operation Illegals: How porous border with Bangladesh threatens India's security
1 month ago

Operation Illegals: How porous border with Bangladesh threatens India's security

India Today  

The Indo-Bangladesh border, one of India’s longest international boundaries, is under increasing strain as geopolitical instability in Bangladesh escalates. However, the recent deployment of advanced drones by Bangladesh and the looming post-Sheikh Hasina scenario have heightened security concerns for India. India Today team embarked on a week-long investigation along this border to uncover the vulnerabilities and their implications for national …

Security forces thwart cattle-smuggling attempt at India-Bangladesh border
1 month, 1 week ago

Security forces thwart cattle-smuggling attempt at India-Bangladesh border

India Today  

Border Security Force personnel stopped a cattle smuggling attempt near the Chanakya Border Outpost in Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal on December 6. A group of 20-25 Bangladeshi miscreants was spotted 100–150 meters inside Indian territory, trying to take cattle from the Indian village of Singhpara into Bangladesh under heavy fog. The BSF used non-lethal methods, including stun grenades and Pump …

Bangladeshi man reveals how he illegally entered India by paying Rs 12,000
1 month, 1 week ago

Bangladeshi man reveals how he illegally entered India by paying Rs 12,000

India Today  

A Bangladeshi man has been caught on camera by India Today confessing to illegally crossing the India-Bangladesh border near Petrapole in West Bengal by paying Rs 12,000 to a network of agents who facilitated his passage. Saiful Islam, a resident of Maheshpur in Bangladesh, told India Today that he crossed the river between the two countries without being stopped by …

BSF apprehends four Bangladeshi nationals, two Indians in Tripura
1 month, 3 weeks ago

BSF apprehends four Bangladeshi nationals, two Indians in Tripura

Deccan Chronicle  

Agartala: The troops of the Border Security Force on Saturday apprehended four Bangladeshi nationals and two indians in three different incidents, a press release said. Three Bangladeshi Nationals were apprehended in West Tripura district while they were trying to infiltrate Indian territory by negotiating the Border fence: "On November 23, three Bangladesh nationals were apprehended by BSF troops of BOP …

Assam Police apprehends three Bangladesh nationals for crossing international border
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Assam Police apprehends three Bangladesh nationals for crossing international border

The Hindu  

Three Bangladeshi nationals were apprehended along the international border and handed over to the authorities of the neighbouring country, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Friday, September 27, 2024. "Maintaining strict vigil along the Indo-Bangladesh border, @assampolice identified 3 Bangladeshi infiltrators near the international border. Maintaining strict vigil along the Indo-Bangladesh border, @assampolice identified 3 Bangladeshi infiltrators near …

Three Bangladeshi nationals arrested in Assam; pushed back
4 months ago

Three Bangladeshi nationals arrested in Assam; pushed back

The Hindu  

“Three Bangladeshi nationals were arrested in Assam’s Karimganj district on Thursday and pushed back to their country,” Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said. ''Continuing with their strict vigil along the Indo-Bangladesh border, @assampolice managed to identify three Bangladeshi nationals and pushed them back to their country in wee hours'', Mr. Sarma posted in X. Continuing with their strict vigil along …

Border tense as Bangladesh guards stop India from building fence
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Border tense as Bangladesh guards stop India from building fence

Hindustan Times  

Personnel of the Border Guards Bangladesh stopped Border Security Force officers from building a cattle fence near the India-Bangladesh border in Coochbehar, north Bengal on Thursday evening, further straining relations between the two countries amidst the political turmoil in Dhaka. Border tense as Bangladesh guards stop India from building fence There was no violence, said people familiar with the matter, …

No gathering of people reported along Bangladesh border in 3 days, says BSF
5 months ago

No gathering of people reported along Bangladesh border in 3 days, says BSF

The Hindu  

The Border Security Force has held 83 flag meetings with Border Guards Bangladesh in the past three days, in conformity with the directions of the Ministry of Home Affairs, to monitor the current situation in the neighbouring country, the BSF said on Tuesday. The BSF reached out to their counterparts in the BGB up to the company commander level, and …

Bangladesh unrest: Four migrants attempt to enter India, Assam CM Himanta Biswa reveals their names. Details here
5 months ago

Bangladesh unrest: Four migrants attempt to enter India, Assam CM Himanta Biswa reveals their names. Details here

Live Mint  

Four Bangladeshi migrants have tried to enter India through the Karimganj sector of the India-Bangladesh border, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Kumar Biswa Sarma posted on X on Monday morning. “This morning at 1:30 AM, Bangladeshi citizens identified as Motiur Seikh, Mushiar Mullah, Tania Mullah, and Rita Mullah attempted to enter India through the Karimganj sector of the India-Bangladesh border. The …

11 Bangladeshis Held While Infiltrating into India, Border Security Reviewed: BSF
5 months ago

11 Bangladeshis Held While Infiltrating into India, Border Security Reviewed: BSF

News 18  

Eleven Bangladeshi nationals have been apprehended while trying to infiltrate into India through the international border in West Bengal, Tripura and Meghalaya, the Border Security Force said on Sunday. The South Bengal Frontier of the force headquartered in Kolkata said in a statement that its Eastern Command ADG Ravi Gandhi chaired an operational conference on Saturday to review the security …

11 Bangladeshi nationals held while infiltrating into India: Border Security Force
5 months ago

11 Bangladeshi nationals held while infiltrating into India: Border Security Force

The Hindu  

Amidst the political unrest in Bangladesh, the Border Security Force has started a special drive along the international border and apprehended 11 Bangladeshi nationals trying to infiltrate into India. For the past several days, crowds from Bangladesh have been seen along the border allegedly trying to enter into India following the unrest surrounding the fall of the Sheikh Hasina government. …

BSF thwarts infiltration bid, held 11 Bangladeshi nationals trying to enter India
5 months ago

BSF thwarts infiltration bid, held 11 Bangladeshi nationals trying to enter India

India TV News  

Amid the unrest in Bangladesh, the Border Security Force thwarted an infiltration attempt on Sunday, apprehending eleven Bangladeshi nationals who were trying to enter India through the international borders in West Bengal, Tripura, and Meghalaya. The spokesperson said that the BSF is in regular contact with its counterpart, the Border Guard Bangladesh, to address mutual issues, particularly focusing on preventing …

Bangladeshis gather at Indo-Bangladesh border amidst the ongoing attacks on Hindus in the country, seek to enter India
5 months ago

Bangladeshis gather at Indo-Bangladesh border amidst the ongoing attacks on Hindus in the country, seek to enter India

Op India  

On Monday, August 5, Sheikh Hasina resigned from the post of Prime Minister of Bangladesh ending her 15 years in power. In the last couple of days, several visuals have come up showing Bangladeshis gathering at the Indo-Bangladesh border in a bid to enter India and escape the violence back home. #WATCH | Amid political crisis & violence in Bangladesh, …

Thousands swarm Indo-Bangladesh border in Bengal in attempt to enter India; BSF on alert
5 months ago

Thousands swarm Indo-Bangladesh border in Bengal in attempt to enter India; BSF on alert

Live Mint  

In the wake of violent unrest in Bangladesh following former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's ouster amid protests over the quota system, hundreds of Bangladeshi nationals are swarming the India-Bangladesh border in Cooch Behar of West Bengal. In view of the deteriorating situation in Bangladesh and fearing infiltration attempts, the Ministry of Home Affairs constituted a committee that is to be …

Bangladesh crisis: BSF says 1,200 escaped prisoners could enter India
5 months ago

Bangladesh crisis: BSF says 1,200 escaped prisoners could enter India

Hindustan Times  

Over 1,200 prisoners, including terrorists, have escaped jails in Bangladesh in the days since its former premier Sheikh Hasina resigned, and could attempt to force their way into India with weapons, the country’s security agencies have informed the Border Security Force, people aware of the matter said. BSF personnel keep vigil as truck drivers complete formalities to return to India …

Hindus and Awami League Members fleeing Bangladesh stopped at border by BSF in North Bengal
5 months, 1 week ago

Hindus and Awami League Members fleeing Bangladesh stopped at border by BSF in North Bengal

Op India  

Amid the ongoing violence in Bangladesh, there have been attempts by Bangladeshi citizens to enter India by illegally crossing the border. “The BSF North Bengal Frontier effectively managed gatherings of Bangladeshi Nationals near the Indo-Bangladesh border today. With vigilance and coordination with BGB, they ensured safety and prevented any border breaches,” tweeted North Bengal Frontier BSF. The BSF North Bengal …

BSF thwarts infiltration attempt by large Bangladeshi group in West Bengal
5 months, 1 week ago

BSF thwarts infiltration attempt by large Bangladeshi group in West Bengal

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Border Security Force on Wednesday said it thwarted a "significant" infiltration attempt by a large group of Bangladeshis along the International Border in West Bengal, amid an ongoing "high alert", announced due to turmoil in the neighbouring country. According to the statement, BSF personnel demonstrated "exceptional vigilance" and proactive measures and swiftly responded to these situations," ensuring …

Trade with Bangladesh remains suspended; BSF reviews operational preparedness along border
5 months, 1 week ago

Trade with Bangladesh remains suspended; BSF reviews operational preparedness along border

The Hindu  

Amidst ongoing unrest in Bangladesh, trade between India and Bangladesh remained suspended and senior officials of the Border Security Force on Tuesday reviewed operational preparedness along the border. The BSF DG has been visiting bordering areas in West Bengal for the past two days after the situation in Bangladesh turned volatile forcing Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to resign and leave …

Is there a Pakistan hand in Bangladesh crisis? Jaishankar says a Pakistani diplomat did...
5 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 …

BSF asked not to allow any undocumented persons from Bangladesh
5 months, 1 week ago

BSF asked not to allow any undocumented persons from Bangladesh

The Hindu  

As the situation turned volatile in Bangladesh, the Border Security Force said “it has received strict instruction from the government to not allow anyone into the country without valid documents”. A senior BSF official said that the situation along the Bangladesh border was normal as of now and they were in contact with their counterparts, Border Guards Bangladesh. “In view …

Bangladesh protests: India suspends all train services to neighbouring country, BSF on high alert
5 months, 1 week ago

Bangladesh protests: India suspends all train services to neighbouring country, BSF on high alert

Hindustan Times  

Amid the ongoing turmoil in Bangladesh, India announced on Monday that it is suspending all train services to the neighbouring country, where ex-prime minister Sheikh Hasina fled for safety after violent protesters stormed her official residence Gono Bhaban around 3 pm on Monday, news agency Reuters reported Protesters climb a public monument as they celebrate after getting the news of …

BSF on high alert on India-Bangladesh border
5 months, 1 week ago

BSF on high alert on India-Bangladesh border

Hindustan Times  

Moments after Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina stepped down and the country’s army, led by Waker-Uz-Zaman, formed an interim government in Dhaka, the Border Security Force has put all its posts on the entire 4,096-km-long border on “high alert”, people familiar with the development said. Officials added that the ministry of home affairs is closely monitoring the developments in Bangladesh …

Bangladesh unrest: 1,045 students return to India via Indo-Bangla border in WB
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Bangladesh unrest: 1,045 students return to India via Indo-Bangla border in WB

Hindustan Times  

As many as 1,208 students from India, Bhutan and Nepal, studying in Bangladesh, crossed over to India through the Indo-Bangla border in West Bengal in the last three days amid the ongoing protests against quotas for government jobs in the neighbouring country. Till around 6pm on July 21, 1,045 Indian students, 152 Nepalese students and four students from Bhutan came …

11 Bangladeshi nationals including three minors held in Tripura: Police
8 months, 1 week ago

11 Bangladeshi nationals including three minors held in Tripura: Police

Hindustan Times  

Agartala: The Tripura police on Sunday said they arrested eight Bangladeshi nationals while also detaining three minors from two separate places in the northeastern state’s Dhalai district for allegedly entering the Indian side of the border without legal documents. The arrested persons have been identified as Mohammad Mamun Sardhar, Ruma Begam, Mohammad Rabin Sardhar, Mohammad Chan Miah Akhon, Mohammad Maharaj …

Attacks on BSF personnel by criminals may be raised during Bangladesh talks
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Attacks on BSF personnel by criminals may be raised during Bangladesh talks

The Hindu  

India is expected to raise the issue of violent attack against Border Security Force personnel perpetrated by criminals along the eastern border in a meeting with Border Guards Bangladesh scheduled in Dhaka next week. According to data available with The Hindu, since 2018, as many as 204 BSF personnel deployed along the Bangladesh border have been injured by miscreants. BSF …

Conflict in Myanmar is worrying India and Bangladesh: Hasan Mahmud
11 months, 1 week ago

Conflict in Myanmar is worrying India and Bangladesh: Hasan Mahmud

The Hindu  

February 07, 2024 11:32 pm | Updated 11:33 pm IST - NEW DELHI The escalating conflict between Myanmar’s military and ethnic armed organisations is a matter of concern for both India and Bangladesh as both countries share borders with Myanmar, the Foreign Minister of Bangladesh Hasan Mahmud said in New Delhi on Wednesday. Myanmar border guards and military personnel who …

All gaps along Pakistan, Bangladesh border to be plugged in next two years: Amit Shah
1 year, 1 month ago

All gaps along Pakistan, Bangladesh border to be plugged in next two years: Amit Shah

The Hindu  

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said India's two major borders with Pakistan and Bangladesh will be completely secured in the next two years, with work under way to completely plug gaps in about 60 km stretch along these two fronts. The Minister said the Narendra Modi government has fenced and plugged gaps in about 560 km of the …

2 BSF personnel, 21 civilians held for involvement in infiltration attempts since 2021: Govt in Lok Sabha
1 year, 5 months ago

2 BSF personnel, 21 civilians held for involvement in infiltration attempts since 2021: Govt in Lok Sabha

Firstpost  

Two Border Security Force personnel and 21 civilians involved in infiltration attempts have been apprehended since 2021, Lok Sabha was informed on Tuesday Two Border Security Force personnel and 21 civilians involved in infiltration attempts have been apprehended since 2021, Lok Sabha was informed on Tuesday. Union Minister of State for Home Nisith Pramanik said that to stop infiltration along …

India-Bangladesh border talks to begin in Delhi from June 11
1 year, 7 months ago

India-Bangladesh border talks to begin in Delhi from June 11

The Hindu  

India and Bangladesh will hold biannual talks between their border guarding forces in Delhi from June 11 during which the two sides are expected to discuss a host of issues related to combating cross-frontier crimes and measures to create better synergy. A 15-member delegation of the Border Guard Bangladesh, led by its director general Major General AKM Nazmul Hasan, landed …

India, Bangladesh discuss security and border management issues
2 years, 1 month ago

India, Bangladesh discuss security and border management issues

The Hindu  

The India and Bangladesh Joint Working Group concluded talks on Tuesday, after discussing bilateral issues including the illegal crossing of the border and measures to combat terrorism, according to a statement from the Ministry of Home Affairs. “Both sides had productive exchanges on border management and common security-related issues during that meeting,” it said. Following up on the November meeting, …

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