Ex-Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina NEW DELHI: Bangladesh’s request for the extradition of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina—who has been living in India since her ouster in August 2024—is under examination, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Wednesday.“Yes, we have received that request, and the request is being examined… We remain committed to the people of Bangladesh… We will continue to engage constructively in this regard with all the stakeholders,” spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal told reporters at the MEA’s weekly briefing in Delhi.Jaiswal’s remarks come just days after an International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) court in Bangladesh sentenced Hasina — daughter of the country’s founding father Sheikh Mujibur Rahman — to death for “crimes against humanity” during the student-led protests that led to her resignation and escape from the country.The tribunal ruled on November 17, after months of hearings, that Hasina had ordered killings, incited violence and failed to prevent “atrocities” during the July–August 2024 “student uprising.”Judge Golam Mortuza Mozumder said the former prime minister had been found guilty on the three counts and that the court had decided to impose a single punishment — the death sentence.Hasina rejected the ICT’s verdict, alleging it was “biased and politically motivated.”Dhaka has repeatedly asked New Delhi to extradite the leader of the banned Awami League party. However, India is not automatically obliged to comply, as the 2013 extradition Treaty allows refusal if the offence is deemed “political” in nature, a provision under Article 6. The treaty also permits denial if extradition would be “unjust or oppressive” in the circumstances, under Article 8.Ties between the two countries have remained tense since Hasina’s ouster. Bangladesh is currently governed by an interim administration led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, with the next parliamentary elections scheduled for February 2026.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosKhawaja Asif Admits Pakistan Can’t Trust Taliban As Deadly Border Strikes Trigger New FlashpointFormer CJI B.R. Gavai Clarifies He Never Faced Political Or Executive Pressure During His Tenure“India Matters To Safran,” Ceo Oliver Andriès Highlights Partnership At New Mro Facility LaunchKorean Lawmaker Highlights Ancient Ties, Calling Ayodhya A Symbolic Bridge Between Two NationsSC Upholds Removal Of Army Lieutenant Who Declined Gurdwara Entry And Labels It Act Of Religious EgoH-1B Controversy Erupts After US Economist Alleges Industrial-Scale Fraud Targeting Indian VisasPM Modi Pens Powerful Letter On Duties And Democracy, Reflects On His Constitutional JourneyPM Modi Opens India’s First Global Engine MRO Facility As Safran Launches Advanced LEAP Centre’Islamophobia’: Pak Meltdown Over Ayodhya Event Despite Its Own Poor Record of Minority PersecutionUntold Bravery in Operation Sindoor: CISF Reveals It Foiled Pakistan Attack on Uri Hydro Power Plant123Photostories5 exercises for a sculpted back and bicepsBK Sister Shivani shares 7 daily gratitude thoughts for wellness and wealth2 easy recipes to detox the liver naturally and how to make them at home9 unique five-letter baby names that begin with letter N10 most colourful freshwater fish that make your aquarium look like a paintingYour soul temple: 6 powerful temples to visit in India based on personality typesHow to talk about money with your partner: 5 easy ways to approach finances in a relationshipHarvard doctor-approved 3 herbal teas to prevent bloatingHow to grow lemons in a pot on a balcony garden8 protein-rich Egg and Paneer dishes for breakfast123Hot PicksDelhi AQI TodayNew Labour CodeCyclone SenyarGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingJill Roord and Pien SandersAyesha CurryVirat Kohli BrotherKarnataka Road CrashStefon DiggsMLB Trade RumorsRiley GainesJordon HudsonShophie CunninghamJaiquawn Jay
NEW DELHI: Bangladesh’s request for the extradition of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina—who has been living in India since her ouster in August 2024—is under examination, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Wednesday.“Yes, we have received that request, and the request is being examined… We remain committed to the people of Bangladesh… We will continue to engage constructively in this regard with all the stakeholders,” spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal told reporters at the MEA’s weekly briefing in Delhi.Jaiswal’s remarks come just days after an International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) court in Bangladesh sentenced Hasina — daughter of the country’s founding father Sheikh Mujibur Rahman — to death for “crimes against humanity” during the student-led protests that led to her resignation and escape from the country.The tribunal ruled on November 17, after months of hearings, that Hasina had ordered killings, incited violence and failed to prevent “atrocities” during the July–August 2024 “student uprising.”Judge Golam Mortuza Mozumder said the former prime minister had been found guilty on the three counts and that the court had decided to impose a single punishment — the death sentence.Hasina rejected the ICT’s verdict, alleging it was “biased and politically motivated.”Dhaka has repeatedly asked New Delhi to extradite the leader of the banned Awami League party. However, India is not automatically obliged to comply, as the 2013 extradition Treaty allows refusal if the offence is deemed “political” in nature, a provision under Article 6. The treaty also permits denial if extradition would be “unjust or oppressive” in the circumstances, under Article 8.Ties between the two countries have remained tense since Hasina’s ouster. Bangladesh is currently governed by an interim administration led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, with the next parliamentary elections scheduled for February 2026.
