Irregular migration may become the key sticking point in efforts to further improve Dhaka-Delhi ties, which were under severe strain during the Yunus-led interim government rule.

The foreign ministry yesterday summoned acting Indian high commissioner to Bangladesh Pawan Badhe and conveyed Dhaka’s displeasure over remarks by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, officials said.

Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman’s first visit to India after the BNP government assumed office has been described as a positive beginning, though the future of high‑stakes bilateral relations will hinge on how both countries address longstanding and emerging challenges.

Two sides also discussed training and regional security

Bangladesh foreign minister also scheduled to hold meetings with Indian commerce minister and petroleum minister

Three-day visit will strengthen Bangladesh-India relations and prepare for regional conference

Bangladesh and India appear to be moving towards improvement in bilateral relations, with both sides signalling a thaw after months of strain that followed the ouster of the Awami League government in August 2024.

Pledges to work on advancing regional peace, stability and prosperity

All Bangladesh missions in India resumed visa services on Friday, signalling a step towards normalising relations between the two countries.

Says Bangladesh will push for extradition but expand trade and development ties

The February 12 poll will be the nation's first since a student-led uprising toppled former prime minister Sheikh Hasina's autocratic regime in August 2024.

Foreign adviser expects smoother Bangladesh-India ties under elected govt

Budget cuts Dhaka’s share by half as Bhutan remains top recipient with Rs 2,289 crore

Remark follows India’s decision to withdraw diplomats’ families

While the recent overtures from New Delhi to BNP may be seen in a positive light and an expedient move, it requires earnest introspection on India’s part to explore why bilateral relations between these two neighbours remain frosty at best.

In India, saffron extremists and propaganda machines have found Bangladesh to be a convenient punching bag.

Delhi must avoid provocation, Bangladesh should stop India bashing for political gains, says Brussels-based think tank

Groups demonstrate in Delhi, Kolkata and Hyderabad; security tightened around missions

Diplomatic tensions lurching towards a crisis

Development comes two days after a group held demonstration in front of the mission