US EditionIndia Summons Bangladesh Envoy over Security Concerns in Dhaka
- On Wednesday, the Ministry of External Affairs summoned Riaz Hamidullah, Bangladesh High Commissioner to India, reminding Dhaka of its duty to secure the Indian High Commission, Dhaka.
- Amid the election run‑up, a radical group in Dhaka announced a march to the Indian High Commission from Rampura bridge, protesting alleged interference on Wednesday, December 17, 2025.
- The MEA also rejected narratives pushed by extremists and criticised the interim government of Bangladesh led by Muhammad Yunus for lacking thorough investigations and meaningful evidence, while the Indian visa processing facility, Dhaka halted operations at 2 p.m. Wednesday, December 17, 2025.
- The move followed Vijay Diwas observances on December 16 and comes amid frosty ties since Sheikh Hasina fled to India, with New Delhi calling the developments a matter of serious concern.
- Looking toward the Feb 12 vote, Bangladesh prepares under Muhammad Yunus's interim administration amid protests and law‑and‑order concerns in recent weeks, with New Delhi supporting credible elections, the MEA said.
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Protests in Bangladesh ‘for repatriation of all killers’ as India cites security concerns
Bangladesh police on Thursday stopped protesters from marching towards an Indian diplomatic mission, a day after India’s foreign ministry conveyed its concerns over the “deteriorating” security environment in the country. Ties between the two countries have been frosty since former Bangladesh prime minister Sheikh Hasina fled to India following a student-led uprising last year. Dhaka has repeatedly asked for her extradition so that she could sta…
India closes visa application centre in Dhaka after threats from radical elements in Bangladesh
India on Wednesday closed its Visa Application Centre (IVAC) in Bangladesh's capital Dhaka in view of the current security situations. The IVAC at Jamuna Future Park in Dhaka is the main, integrated centre for all Indian visa services in the capital. "In view of the ongoing security situation, we wish to bring to your kind notice that IVAC JFP Dhaka will be closed at 2 pm today," the IVAC said in a statement. Appointment slots would be reschedul…
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