International

Pakistan and Bangladesh Agree on Visa-Free Travel for Diplomats

By BPN News Desk July 25, 2025

Pakistan and Bangladesh have reached a diplomatic accord to grant visa-free entry to holders of diplomatic and official passports, signaling a notable deepening of bilateral relations and renewed cooperation on security matters. Agreement at High-Level Talks Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi of Pakistan met with Bangladesh’s Home Affairs Adviser, Lt. Gen. (Retd) Jahangir Alam

International

BAF Jet Crashes into Dhaka School Campus

By BPN News Desk July 21, 2025

A Bangladesh Air Force F-7 BGI fighter jet crashed into the Milestone School and College campus in Uttara, Dhaka, on Monday afternoon, killing at least 19 people and injuring around 170 others. The aircraft was on a routine training flight when it suffered a technical malfunction shortly after take-off. Most Victims Were Students The crash […]

East India State News

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Warns Bangladesh Over Siliguri Corridor Comments

By BPN News Desk May 26, 2025

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has issued a pointed rebuttal to Bangladesh’s interim government chief Muhammad Yunus, following provocative remarks on India’s Siliguri Corridor. Sarma’s warning comes amid rising geopolitical sensitivities and growing Indo-Bangladesh friction over regional access and security. Sarma Highlights Bangladesh’s Own Vulnerabilities In a

International

UN Report Highlights Human Rights Violations Against Bangladesh’s Hindu Minority

By BPN News Desk February 13, 2025

A recent report by the United Nations has brought to light severe human rights violations inflicted upon Bangladesh’s Hindu, Ahmadiyya Muslim, and indigenous communities during the anti-discrimination protests of 2024. The findings implicate the former government, security forces, and associated groups in systematic abuses that may constitute crimes against humanity.

International

Bangladesh Pressures India for Sheikh Hasina’s Extradition

By BPN News Desk January 23, 2025

Bangladesh’s interim government has escalated its efforts to secure the extradition of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who is currently residing in India. Hasina sought refuge in India after her ousting during mass protests in August 2024. The International Crimes Tribunal of Bangladesh has since issued arrest warrants against her, accusing her and several

Asia

Bangladesh to Continue Diesel Imports from India Amid Border Tensions

By Editor - News Desk January 16, 2025

Bangladesh has decided to proceed with its diesel imports from India, reaffirming energy trade ties despite recent border tensions. The Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation (BPC) announced that 130,000 metric tonnes of diesel will be imported from India’s Numaligarh Refinery Ltd (NRL) throughout 2025. The import arrangement, approved in a recent BPC board meeting, will cost

Asia

India Summons Bangladesh Diplomat Over Border Fencing Dispute

By BPN News Desk January 13, 2025

India has summoned Bangladesh's deputy high commissioner to address escalating tensions over border fencing activities in Malda's Baishnabnagar, following objections from Border Guard Bangladesh.

Uncategorized

Bangladesh Summons Indian Envoy Over Border Tensions

By BPN News Desk January 12, 2025

Bangladesh summons Indian High Commissioner to address recent border tensions and diplomatic incidents.

Asia International

India Extends Visa for Ex-Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina Amid Dhaka’s Extradition Request

By BPN News Desk January 8, 2025

India has extended the visa of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who has been residing in the country since August 2024 after stepping down amid nationwide protests. This development comes despite the interim Bangladeshi government’s formal request for her extradition. Background Sheikh Hasina, 77, fled to India on August 5, 2024, following widespread

Cricket Sports

Bangladesh steady innings after Akash Deep double strike on rain hit Day 1

By BPN News Desk September 27, 2024

Bangladesh – 107/3 (Mominul 40*) v India Day 1, Second Test, Kanpur Rain and bad light brought a premature end to the first day of the second Test between India and Bangladesh on Friday with the visitors managing a score of 107 for three in the 35 overs possible. Toss and Team line up: With […]