Recalled Delhi statement fuels speculation over Tarique’s visit

Speculations are once again rife over Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s visit to India, a week after Dhaka made a clear statement that it wants New Delhi to extradite deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina and other fugitives.
22 August 2026

Murmu congratulates Mirza Fakhrul, looks to strengthen Bangladesh-India ties

Indian president says Fakhrul’s long experience in public life and political leadership will contribute to a successful tenure
21 August 2026

India withdraws notice that appeared to reveal preparations for Tarique Rahman’s visit

Rashtrapati Bhavan had scheduled a rehearsal for the Bangladesh prime minister’s ceremonial welcome before the statement was recalled
21 August 2026

China congratulates Fakhrul, seeks stronger ties with Bangladesh

Beijing expresses readiness to work closely with Dhaka to further strengthen bilateral cooperation
20 August 2026

India will do ‘whatever needs to be done’ after Kolkata fire: Trivedi

Health minister says meeting with Indian envoy was purely a courtesy call
20 August 2026

Bodies of Bangladeshis killed in Kolkata hotel fire to be repatriated: Shama Obaed

Bangladesh Deputy High Commission is coordinating with local authorities over identification and formalities
19 August 2026

Grand reception awaits if Tarique visits India

A grand reception awaits Prime Minister Tarique Rahman in India if he decides to visit, and such a meeting could help resolve any bilateral issue, the Indian high commissioner to Bangladesh said yesterday.
19 August 2026

Bangladesh, Qatar to form JWGs on energy and finance

Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman holds talks in Doha with Qatari counterparts
18 August 2026

India wants ‘constructive, forward-looking’ ties with Bangladesh: MEA

New Delhi says invitation to PM Tarique Rahman stands; fuel request under review, Hasina extradition to follow established process
18 August 2026

Mohammed bin Salman invites Tarique Rahman to Saudi Arabia for talks on stronger ties

Proposed visit will include discussions on bilateral relations and regional and global issues
17 August 2026

Bangladesh PM’s visit to India should take place much sooner: Dinesh Trivedi

The Indian envoy says direct talks between the two leaders can help resolve bilateral differences and strengthen ties
17 August 2026

A conducive climate needed for Tarique’s India visit

Dhaka says bilateral visit has been under discussion for weeks
17 August 2026

Delegation of Indian industries due today

A high-profile delegation of the Confederation of Indian Industries (CII) is scheduled to arrive in Dhaka today for a two-day visit as part of its objectives to enhance trade and investment.
17 August 2026

PM’s India visit: A chance for neighbours to heal rifts

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s possible visit to India later this month could help reset relations by offering an opportunity to address long-standing issues between the two neighbours, foreign policy analysts say.
16 August 2026

‘People-to-people ties at heart of our friendship’

Indian High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi yesterday urged Bangladesh and India to work together towards shared prosperity, noting that the two nations are advancing their partnership across vital sectors, ranging from trade and connectivity to security and healthcare.
16 August 2026

‘People-to-people connection is true beating heart of Dhaka-Delhi friendship’: Dinesh Trivedi

India’s 80th Independence Day celebrated at High Commission in Dhaka
15 August 2026

India is warming to Tarique. Is it abandoning Hasina?

The Indian envoy flying back to Delhi within hours of meeting Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, to be followed by an audience with Prime Minister Modi the following day, should indicate India’s willingness in rebuilding its relations with Bangladesh
15 August 2026

'PM’s India visit hinges on Hasina issue', say diplomatic sources

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s India visit, sought by both Dhaka and New Delhi, hinges on India’s assurance that ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina will not be allowed to engage in activities from its territory that could create instability in Bangladesh, diplomatic sources said.
14 August 2026

‘A lot can happen in a month’: Shama Obaed on PM Tarique’s proposed India visit

State minister says no decision has been made on the prime minister's participation in the BRICS outreach session or a bilateral trip
13 August 2026

Dhaka, Tokyo reaffirm strategic partnership

Both sides pledge stronger ties in trade, defence, energy
12 August 2026