Monday, 20 January 2025

South Asian Update
South Asian Update
India-Bangladesh farmers clash along border in West Bengal

India-Bangladesh farmers clash along border in West Bengal

Farmers from India and Bangladesh clashed along the international border in West Bengal’s Malda district on Saturday, forcing border guards from both nations to fire stun grenades and tear gas to disperse crowds that swelled to nearly 1,000 people on each side.

India summons Bangladesh envoy in New Delhi

India summons Bangladesh envoy in New Delhi

India summoned Bangladesh`s acting High Commissioner Md Nural Islam in New Delhi on Monday to address ongoing border-related concerns.

Modi marks the opening of a strategic tunnel in disputed Kashmir

Modi marks the opening of a strategic tunnel in disputed Kashmir

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday inaugurated a newly constructed tunnel in northeastern Kashmir. The tunnel will ensure year-round connectivity to the town of Sonamarg, a popular tourist destination.

India extends Former PM Sheikh Hasina’s visa amid extradition call by Dhaka

India extends Former PM Sheikh Hasina’s visa amid extradition call by Dhaka

India has granted an extension to the visa of Sheikh Hasina, the former Prime Minister of Bangladesh, following calls from Dhaka for her extradition.

Indian health ministry confirms first 2 cases of HMPV
Indian health ministry confirms first 2 cases of HMPV

Two cases of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) have been reported in Bengaluru, India, marking the first recorded instances of the virus in the country. 

India-Pakistan exchange list of nuclear installations 
India-Pakistan exchange list of nuclear installations 

India and Pakistan exchanged lists of their nuclear installations and facilities on Wednesday, adhering to an agreement that prohibits attacks on each other`s atomic facilities.

India on high alert as danger of migration of Rohingya

India on high alert as danger of migration of Rohingya

The situation in Myanmar has deteriorated rapidly over the past two weeks, particularly in the Rakhine State. Media reports indicate that the military junta is losing its grip, while the Arakan Army, a rebel group, is strengthening its position. 

China-India resume high-level talks to ease dispute over Himalayan border

China-India resume high-level talks to ease dispute over Himalayan border

China and India agreed on Wednesday to work on easing their long-running border dispute, as the two Asian giants resumed a formal high-level dialogue for the first time in five years.

Indian students in Canada in panic after Ottawa seeks documents afresh

Indian students in Canada in panic after Ottawa seeks documents afresh

Indian students in Canada are expressing concern after receiving emails from Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) requesting the resubmission of critical documents, including study permits, visas, and educational records such as marks and attendance.

India doesn’t endorse Hasina’s criticism of interim govt: Misri

India doesn’t endorse Hasina’s criticism of interim govt: Misri

Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri clarified yesterday that India does not support former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina`s criticisms of the interim government in her country. 

Dhaka-Delhi eager to take ties forward

Dhaka-Delhi eager to take ties forward

Bangladesh and India have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral relations during the first high-level talks following Bangladesh`s political transition.

Indian FS Misri to visit Dhaka tomorrow amid frosty India-Bangladesh ties

Indian FS Misri to visit Dhaka tomorrow amid frosty India-Bangladesh ties

India`s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri will visit Bangladesh on December 9 amid tension in India-Bangladesh relations. Indian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal gave this information to the media.

Indian foreign secretary likely to visit Dhaka amid strained relations

Indian foreign secretary likely to visit Dhaka amid strained relations

Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri is expected to visit Bangladesh next week for discussions with his Bangladeshi counterpart, according to a report by the Hindustan Times on Wednesday. 

BJP focusing on demolishing mosques in search of temples: Mehbooba

BJP focusing on demolishing mosques in search of temples: Mehbooba

Former chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir Mehbooba Mufti said that, BJP focusing on demolishing mosques in search of temples

BJP distances itself from India’s Adani amid opposition protests

BJP distances itself from India’s Adani amid opposition protests

Indian Premier Narendra Modi`s party BJP said it had no reason to defend billionaire Gautam Adani on Tuesday following his US indictment over alleged bribery to secure power deals in India.

Arrests after Muslims killed in mosque survey violence in India’s Uttar Pradesh

Arrests after Muslims killed in mosque survey violence in India’s Uttar Pradesh

Authorities in India’s Uttar Pradesh state have arrested dozens of people and implemented strict measures, including internet shutdowns and school closures, following violent clashes in Sambhal district over a survey of a Mughal-era mosque.