India, Bangladesh in talks over PM Tarique Rahman’s Delhi visit; dates yet to be finalised amid extradition and bilateral issues NEW DELHI: India and Bangladesh remain in talks about PM Tarique Rahman’s Delhi visit but the dates aren’t locked in, diplomatic sources said on Friday. They denied Rahman would travel to India in the next few days after a Rashtrapati Bhavan release seemed to indicate otherwise.The press release, which said that the change of guard ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan forecourt would not take place on Saturday due to the full rehearsal for “the ceremonial welcome of the PM of Bangladesh”, was later withdrawn. Amid confusion, the MEA said it had no update on the issue.Rahman’s press secretary A A M Saleh said there was no decision yet on the PM’s visit, reiterating that Dhaka awaited India’s response on extradition of ex-PM Sheikh Hasina and other “fugitive criminals”.However, a visit by Tarique Rahman in early Sept is not ruled out. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has invited Rahman for a bilateral visit and also to participate in the Brics summit in Sept as Bimstec chair.According to Dhaka, talks to finalise dates for the summit this month were vitiated by Sheikh Hasina’s Aug 5 virtual news conference.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesDhaka now seems to have hardened its position on the issue, linking the visit to an explicit commitment it expects from India on Hasina’s extradition proceedings.Bangladesh also expects India to address its concerns on issues such as border killings and water sharing, including the 1996 Ganges Water Sharing Treaty, which governs dry-season water allocation, and expires late 2026.“As you would be aware, the Ganga Water Treaty was signed in 1996 for a period of 30 years. All river-related issues between India and Bangladesh are discussed under the Joint Rivers Commission. Further, meetings of the joint committee under the Ganga Water Treaty continue to be held at the technical level,” said MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, asked about JDU functionary Sanjay Jha’s statement that the treaty was not in Bihar’s interest.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosH1N1 Cases Rise In Delhi: Health Minister Nadda Holds Meet, Reviews Swine Flu Situation‘Proportionate Response’: MEA Explains Bulldozer Action Outside Pakistan High Commission In Delhi4-Year-Old Viral Sensation Karga Tinkle EXCLUSIVE | “Don’t Call Me Chinese, I Am Indian”‘Making Provocative Remarks Against India For Years’: MEA Slams US Body Over RSS Sanctions CallRevanth Reddy’s US Trip Cancelled After MEA Denies Clearance, Telangana Delegation Goes AheadPellet-gun Row: Rahul Gandhi At Parliament Street Police Station To Lodge Complaint With DCP‘Don’t Politicise Our School’: Villagers Block CJP Visit As Party Alleges BJP Attack In RajasthanModi Pushes AI, Youth And Data Agenda, Tells Secretaries To Break Government Silos And InnovatePirates Hijack Two Ships Carrying 22 Indians Off Yemen And Somalia, Crew Safety Raises Concern‘NEET, Delimitation, Cauvery, Drugs’: Vijay’s Key Requests Before Amit Shah At Tamil Nadu Meeting123PhotostoriesTaarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah: From Dilip Joshi, Amit Bhatt to Munmun Dutta, here’s how much popular actors earn per episode10 baby boy names inspired by wisdom, knowledge and intelligenceOptical Illusion personality test: What you spot first reveals your secret dominant traitH1N1 is rising again: Doctors explain why swine flu cases are increasing and how to stay protectedWorking out in extreme heat? How dehydration can reduce kidney function and raise the risk of acute kidney injuryRoad to longevity: 7 simple habits that may help ‘super-agers’ stay healthy beyond 1008 foods you should never reheat in the microwave and why5 smart ways to protect yourself from office politics, according to entrepreneur Ankur WarikooThe 5 beauty trends dominating Instagram in 2026Ram Kapoor’s approximately Rs 20 crore Mumbai home: A coffin-shaped bar, private theatre room and stunning art collection123Hot PicksTCS laptop monitoring softwareTNEA counselling3 year practice ruleJEECUP counsellingAston Martin crashAbhijeet DipkeAnkur WarikooSIM card rulesManoj Mukund NaravaneTop TrendingHyderabad Aston Martin AccidentLadakh TouristMumbai Rape AirhostessMadhapur Road AccidentUKG Student DeathSalman Khan Gym FireAbhijeet DipkeRahul GandhiBengaluru RapidoBen Gvir
NEW DELHI: India and Bangladesh remain in talks about PM Tarique Rahman’s Delhi visit but the dates aren’t locked in, diplomatic sources said on Friday. They denied Rahman would travel to India in the next few days after a Rashtrapati Bhavan release seemed to indicate otherwise.The press release, which said that the change of guard ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan forecourt would not take place on Saturday due to the full rehearsal for “the ceremonial welcome of the PM of Bangladesh”, was later withdrawn. Amid confusion, the MEA said it had no update on the issue.Rahman’s press secretary A A M Saleh said there was no decision yet on the PM’s visit, reiterating that Dhaka awaited India’s response on extradition of ex-PM Sheikh Hasina and other “fugitive criminals”.However, a visit by Tarique Rahman in early Sept is not ruled out. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has invited Rahman for a bilateral visit and also to participate in the Brics summit in Sept as Bimstec chair.According to Dhaka, talks to finalise dates for the summit this month were vitiated by Sheikh Hasina’s Aug 5 virtual news conference.
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Dhaka now seems to have hardened its position on the issue, linking the visit to an explicit commitment it expects from India on Hasina’s extradition proceedings.Bangladesh also expects India to address its concerns on issues such as border killings and water sharing, including the 1996 Ganges Water Sharing Treaty, which governs dry-season water allocation, and expires late 2026.“As you would be aware, the Ganga Water Treaty was signed in 1996 for a period of 30 years. All river-related issues between India and Bangladesh are discussed under the Joint Rivers Commission. Further, meetings of the joint committee under the Ganga Water Treaty continue to be held at the technical level,” said MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, asked about JDU functionary Sanjay Jha’s statement that the treaty was not in Bihar’s interest.
