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The Print
5 days ago
- General
- The Print
Dhaka to send fresh diplomatic note to New Delhi as India steps up effort to deport illegal immigrants
'We see it (deportation) is happening. It is not feasible to resist physically,' he said, stressing the need for diplomatic and legal processes to be followed in resolving consular issues. Speaking to reporters at the office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Hossain confirmed the note would be 'substantive' and sent 'today or tomorrow'. New Delhi: Bangladesh will issue a fresh diplomatic note to India in response to the 'continued push-in' of people across the border, country's Foreign Affairs Adviser Md Touhid Hossain said Tuesday, amid a rise in deportations of undocumented Bangladeshi nationals from India as it looks to bolster its internal security. When asked whether the language of the letter would be conciliatory or resemble a protest note, he replied, 'That depends on how it is viewed.' The diplomatic communication is expected to seek clarity on New Delhi's repatriation procedures, request prior notification for deportations, and propose the activation of formal bilateral frameworks to manage such movements more systematically. According to a Daily Star report citing the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) headquarters, at least 1,053 individuals have been deported to Bangladesh from India through various border points. India has intensified its effort to deport illegal immigrants and dismantle suspected sleeper cells after the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam in which Pakistan-backed terrorists killed 26 tourists. According to reports based on sources in New Delhi, more than 2,000 Bangladeshi nationals have been deported over the past month. Many more are reported to have voluntarily left the country, fearing arrest or legal consequences. The deportations have largely been concentrated in border states like Tripura, Meghalaya and Assam. Some have been deported from the national capital as well. Hossain said Bangladesh is examining each case individually, and only accepting returnees after verification of their nationality. He noted that India has provided a list of individuals it claims are Bangladeshi citizens. 'There is a mechanism on consular issues, and using the mechanism, Dhaka is trying to bring it under the set rules,' he said. Earlier, Bangladesh sent a note 8 May, the first time it lodged a diplomatic protest over this issue. While New Delhi continues to defend the legality of its actions, Dhaka has expressed concerns about what it terms lack of prior consultation. Hossain reiterated that structured dialogue and adherence to established consular norms are essential to prevent further diplomatic strain. Separately, Hossain Tuesday dismissed speculation about any developments concerning the deportation of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, who was ousted and now faces charges at the International Crimes Tribunal for alleged crimes against humanity during the July mass uprising against her government. 'There has been no development,' Hossain said in response to a media query. In its 8 May note, Dhaka expressed alarm over the 'forced entry' of around 300 individuals, including Rohingyas, into Bangladeshi territory between 7 and 9 May through remote border points in Khagrachhari, Moulvibazar, Kurigram and the Sundarbans. The foreign ministry said that such 'unilateral actions' breach multiple agreements, including the 2011 Coordinated Border Management Plan. Bangladesh said it will only accept those conclusively identified as its citizens through legal procedures. (Edited by Ajeet Tiwari) Also Read: From Delhi, Jaipur to Pune, rampant misuse of Aadhaar uncovered in drives against illegal Bangladeshis
Business Recorder
6 days ago
- Health
- Business Recorder
Refugee camp schools at risk in Bangladesh in aid crisis
DHAKA: Global aid cuts have forced the UN children's agency to sack more than 1,000 teachers in Bangladesh camps for Rohingya refugees, with more jobs at risk without funding. Around a million members of the persecuted and mostly Muslim Rohingya live in squalid relief camps in Bangladesh, most of them after fleeing a 2017 military crackdown in neighbouring Myanmar. The teacher firings come in the wake of dramatic US funding cuts. 'Due to the global aid funding crisis, UNICEF has had to make difficult decisions impacting early education services for Rohingya refugee children,' the agency said in a statement late Tuesday. UNICEF said that the contracts of 1,179 people – working on kindergarten and primary schools – were terminated. Before the cuts, there were an estimated 4,000 teachers in the camps, according to Bangladeshi senior government aid official, Md Shamsud Douza. Schools have closed for the Muslim holiday of Eid, but if fresh funding is not secured by the time term resumes at the end of June, more teachers could lose their jobs. 'The return of the rest of the workers…depends on new funding being secured,' UNICEF added. 'We remain committed and hopeful that increased support will restore what every child deserves: a future.' UN halts plan to halve refugee rations for Rohingya in Bangladesh Humanitarian organisations worldwide have been reeling since US President Donald Trump returned to office in January, freezing most foreign aid funding. The United States has traditionally been by far the top donor to a number of agencies, which have been left scrambling to fill sudden budget gaps. 'We are deeply aware of the urgent needs faced by Rohingya refugee children, many of whom have already endured significant trauma and disruptions to their education, health, nutrition and protection,' UNICEF added. 'Our goal is to ensure they have essential skills, that they have basic qualifications that give them confidence to contribute to their communities when the time is safe for them to return.'
Time of India
6 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Dhaka to send diplomatic note to Delhi over 'illegal push-ins'
DHAKA: Bangladesh foreign affairs adviser Md Touhid Hossain Tuesday accused India of declaring "people" foreigners and "pushing" them into his country without following the process of deportation. Dhaka will send a diplomatic note to New Delhi on the issue, he said. The deportation of illegal Bangladeshis by India started following a nationwide verification drive after the April 22 Pahalgam attack and picked up pace since Operation Sindoor was launched on May 7. Under the deportation process, each case is being reviewed individually and only verified citizens will be repatriated, but "India is resorting to cross-border push ins", Hossain said. "We will send a new, substantive letter," he stated, adding. "We see that push-ins are still happening. But it is not something we can physically stop." India has provided Bangladesh with a list of individuals it claims are Bangladeshi nationals. Dhaka has accepted some of them following verification, Hossain said. He stressed that there is a formal mechanism in place for addressing consular issues and that Bangladesh is working to ensure all actions adhere to procedures. Bangladesh remains in regular communication with India, he said. About deposed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's pending extradition, Hossain said that there has been no new response from parties concerned. While a second letter hasn't yet been sent, he indicated it may be issued if necessary.
Fashion Value Chain
19-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Value Chain
SDC Bangladesh Board Formed to Boost Colour Industry
The Society of Dyers and Colourists (SDC) has officially constituted its Bangladesh Region Board, aiming to strengthen knowledge exchange and professional growth in the country's dyeing and colouring sector. The virtual meeting was attended by Clare Moore, Marketing Manager, SDC UK, and Yogesh Gaikwad, Director, SDC International (UK). Key discussions revolved around expanding membership in Bangladesh and increasing the society's engagement with the local textile industry. The newly formed board includes: Chairman : Prof. Dr. Engr. Ayub Nabi Khan, Acting Vice-Chancellor, BUFT Secretary : Dr. Mohammad Tajul Islam, Associate Professor, AUST Treasurer : Afsana Ferdousi, SDC International Design Competition Coordinator & Bronze Medallist Chief Adviser: Md. Amanur Rahman, MD, Dysin Group Board Members: Prof. Dr. Engr. Mohammed Rubaiyat Chowdhury, Dean, FAS, BUFT Abdullah Al Mahmud, GM-Marketing, Dysin Group Sarmily Sarker, Head of Fashion Studies, BUFT Md. Abdullahil Mahmud, GM-QA, A&E Bangladesh Ltd Md. Fakhrul Islam, CCOL ASDC (UK Nominee) Ms. Muna Naida Sheikh, Design Manager, FCI (BD) Ltd Md. Amanur Rahman underscored the board's commitment to community knowledge-sharing. Chairman Prof. Ayub Nabi Khan expressed gratitude and emphasized the board's vision of building a dynamic and collaborative ecosystem for the dyeing and textile colouration industry in Bangladesh.
The Hindu
13-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Letters to The Editor — May 14, 2025
Media coverage In the lead-up to Operation Sindoor, during its conduct and aftermath, the media should have shown — and even now — more restraint, responsibility and caution. 'What-if' scenarios should not be explored. Details about the weapons systems should not be exposed. What Operation Sindoor has done is enough and satisfactory. We do not need to go in for an overkill and think of 'destroying the enemy'. The fact is that Pakistan is a state split between the political leadership, the military and the terrorist apparatus. Operation Sindoor has taught Pakistan a hard lesson. Added to this is the Indian Prime Minister's line that has outlined India's future response. S. Kamat, Mysuru Online toxicity It is shocking and disheartening that online trolls seem to spare no one. Such behaviour not only reflects the toxic side of online discourse but also endangers the very idea of free and peaceful expression in our democracy. Such toxic behaviour should not be normalised or ignored. It is time that the authorities take stringent action against such merchants of hate who encourage online harassment. Md. Sabir Hussain, Arrah, Bihar Court's line The line of the Supreme Court, that if two adults have a long-standing live-in relationship one can presume an implied consent of the parties in such a relationship, may not be right. The right conclusion would be that the relationship had blossomed into a marriage. Otherwise the relationship may degenerate into a licentiousness with hardly any protection to the woman and dignity to such a relationship. This is the blind spot in the Court's line. It must be revisited with greater scrutiny. N.G.R. Prasad, Chennai
