Bangladesh missions in India witness protests

What’s happening?
• Protests erupted outside Bangladesh’s diplomatic missions in India (New Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai) by Vishwa Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal, demanding protection of Hindu minorities in Bangladesh.
• Following the protests, Bangladesh summoned India’s High Commissioner in Dhaka and sought a thorough investigation, condemning intimidation near diplomatic establishments.
• India, in response, called in Bangladesh’s High Commissioner in New Delhi, describing the meeting as a cordial discussion aimed at de-escalation.
• Bangladesh objected to allegations linking India to the killing of a radical leader, calling them unsubstantiated and diplomatically damaging.
• Security tightened in Delhi, with 1,500 additional police personnel deployed around the Bangladesh High Commission.

India Sri Lanka financial assistance of $450 million for recovery

Context
India announced a $450 million reconstruction package to support Sri Lanka after Cyclone Ditwah caused large-scale loss of life and displacement. The announcement was made in Colombo by S. Jaishankar during his visit as the Prime Minister’s special envoy.

Summary
• Why: To help Sri Lanka recover from cyclone devastation and signal strong neighbourhood support.
• What India offered: $450 million package
• $350 million as concessional Lines of Credit
• $100 million as grants
• Focus sectors: Areas worst hit by the climate shock.
• Immediate response: India deployed military personnel and resources for rescue and relief, including operations in remote and flooded regions.
• Diplomatic significance: Marked as a “new chapter” in India–Sri Lanka relations; Sri Lanka conveyed gratitude for India’s swift assistance.