Former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina praised PM Narendra Modi, saying India treated her as a 'head of state' with 'utmost respect' during her stay.

DHAKA, Aug 4 (Reuters) - Bangladesh has asked India to clarify its stance on exiled former prime minister Sheikh Hasina's planned virtual address from New Delhi, warning that allowing political activities by a fugitive could hurt improving bilateral relations.

Sajeeb Wazed, son of former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina, raised concerns over Bangladesh’s political situation, questioning protest death toll figures and alleging lack of accountability for killings.

The Ganga Water Treaty between India and Bangladesh is set to expire in December 2026, with New Delhi saying any discussion on its renewal will take place through existing bilateral mechanisms

DHAKA/NEW DELHI, Aug 4 (Reuters) - Bangladesh warned the country's media not to publicise the statements of exiled former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina who is due to give a virtual address on Wednesday from India to mark the second anniversary of the uprising that ousted her.

Bangladesh says it wants to maintain cordial ties with India as tensions rise ahead of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s first public address since her 2024 ouster.

The India tour of Bangladesh appears back on track for September 2026 after the BCB issued a media rights tender covering 3 ODIs and 3 T20Is.

Bangladesh Cricket Board president Tamim Iqbal remains hopeful for India's tour. India last toured Bangladesh in 2022 for a two-match Test series, where they registered a 2-0 clean sweep. The BCB president admitted that while he is working towards bringing India to Bangladesh,

New Delhi’s role in giving shelter to ousted leader Sheikh Hasina has prompted many across the border to view its larger neighbour with suspicion.