A Bangladeshi youth named Sabuj Mia was shot dead by India’s Border Security Force (BSF) early Thursday near the Patgram border in Lalmonirhat district. His body was handed over to Bangladeshi authorities 16 hours later at the Nazirgomani Border Outpost in the presence of both countries’ law enforcement officials. The handover took place late Thursday night, with the victim’s family members present.

According to local and border sources, Sabuj was killed near border pillar 864/5 at the Shamshernagar area of Patgram upazila. Lalmonirhat police confirmed that the body was returned to the family after completion of legal formalities. The incident has once again drawn attention to recurring border shootings between Bangladesh and India, which have been a source of diplomatic concern.

Human rights groups have repeatedly urged both governments to strengthen non-lethal border management and ensure accountability for such incidents.

A Bangladeshi woman named Chenuara Begum (35) was seriously injured after being hit by gunfire originating from across the Myanmar border in Teknaf’s Hoikyang area on Saturday evening. The incident took place near the zero line in the Lambabil village of Baghghona. Local sources said Chenuara, wife of Akhtar Hossain, was struck in the leg while returning home. She was initially taken to a nearby health center and later transferred to Cox’s Bazar Sadar Hospital for advanced treatment. Teknaf Upazila Nirbahi Officer Sheikh Ehshan Uddin confirmed the shooting and said communication with the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) is ongoing to ensure public safety. Residents report hearing frequent gunfire from the Mongdu region of Myanmar in recent days. Security sources indicate the clashes involve the Arakan Army and Rohingya armed groups, prompting heightened surveillance along the Bangladesh-Myanmar border.

A Bangladeshi national, Badar Ali (38), was detained by India’s Border Security Force (BSF) on Wednesday morning near the Jibannagar frontier in Chuadanga. Witnesses say he was caught and beaten near the zero line in Benipur Schoolpara field. Family members expressed deep concern, as his wife stated she has no information about his condition or safety. Locals confirmed that Ali had returned home Tuesday night but was seized the following morning while returning from the border area. Jibannagar police and Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) have verified the incident. BGB has formally requested a flag meeting with BSF to resolve the matter, but no official response has yet been received from the Indian side. The incident has created anxiety in the local community amid ongoing border tensions.

The Indian Border Security Force (BSF) pushed 16 Bangladeshi nationals into Bangladesh territory through the Shitlmath border in Naogaon early Friday.

Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) detained them shortly after and confirmed they were Bangladeshi citizens from Pabna. The group included seven men, four women, and five children. They have been handed over to Patnitala police for legal action.

Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) and India’s Border Security Force (BSF) held a meeting at the Maheshpur border in Jhenaidah on Saturday to discuss cross-border issues including pushbacks, killings, human trafficking, and drug smuggling.
The hour-long meeting took place between 5–6 PM at the commanding officer level. Lt. Col. Md. Rafiqul Alam represented BGB, while Commandant Muganthan led the BSF side. Officials described the talks as “cordial,” with both forces agreeing to take effective measures. After the meeting, commanders and staff from both sides walked about 2 km along the zero line, reaffirming their commitment to maintain friendly bilateral relations.

Ten Bangladeshi nationals detained by India’s Border Security Force (BSF) at West Bengal’s Hakimpur border have been handed over to the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB).

The group, including three women, three men, and four children, were transferred at Satkhira’s Taluigachha border late Friday night following a flag meeting between BSF and BGB. They are residents of Rangamati, Chattogram, Satkhira, Gazipur, and Bagerhat districts.

Authorities confirmed that after verification, the detainees will be released to their families.

Tension rose along Bangladesh’s southern waters after the Arakan Army reportedly abducted 40 fishermen along with five fishing trawlers near Saint Martin’s Island.

The identities and nationalities of the abducted fishermen—whether Bangladeshi or Rohingya—could not be confirmed.

According to reports from local media in Rakhine State, the Arakan Army claimed the operation was aimed at curbing illegal fishing in their maritime territory, despite repeated efforts by Bangladesh’s border security forces to prevent such activities.

The abducted fishermen were reportedly handed over to relevant authorities under the Arakan Army’s coast guard laws.

Following escalating protests in Nepal that have left 19 people dead, Indian authorities have declared high alert along the India-Nepal border.
The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) is closely monitoring the situation to ensure that instability does not spill over into Indian territory. Officials clarified that the measures are precautionary and the situation remains under control for now.
Protests erupted after Nepal imposed a ban on social media, which fueled anger over corruption and government failures. Amid the violence, Nepal’s Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak resigned, and Prime Minister Oli convened an emergency cabinet meeting.

Security sources have reported that at least 300 Rohingyas are waiting in Myanmar’s Feranfru village, on the east bank of the Naf River, to cross into Bangladesh.

On Tuesday, around 200 gathered in the same location, while 41 more arrived from Buthidaung in two groups. They reportedly plan to attempt entry on Wednesday night through two possible routes—either via Roaingadhong towards Jaliar Dwip’s north point, or through Shahparir Dwip’s southern route.

Local and Rohingya brokers are said to be assisting the infiltration. Meanwhile, the Arakan Army is not blocking the crossings but instead charging 20,000 kyat per person as a “tax” to allow passage into Bangladesh.

Arakan Army members have once again abducted Bangladeshi fishermen from the Bay of Bengal. On Sunday evening, armed members of the group seized 15 fishermen along with three trawlers from the southeastern waters near St. Martin’s Island.
Teknaf Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO) Sheikh Ehsan confirmed that the abductions took place while the fishermen were catching fish in the “Sita” area, where they were held at gunpoint.
Mohammad Azim, president of the local fishing trawler owners’ association, said the trawlers, owned by Golachipa’s Md. Afsar, Abu Taher, and Mohammad Alamgir, were chased and captured by the Arakan Army using speedboats. Another trawler, owned by Afsar’s brother Nurul Islam, managed to escape and reported the incident.
So far, no information has been received about the abducted fishermen. According to trawler owners, between August 5 and August 28, at least 63 fishermen from 10 trawlers were abducted. With the latest incident, the number rises to 78 fishermen and 13 trawlers taken in just 26 days.

The Indian Border Security Force (BSF) has handed over 14 Bangladeshi nationals to the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) through a flag meeting at the Satkhira border. The handover took place on Sunday evening around 7 p.m.

The group had been detained on Saturday night around 11 p.m. at Hakimpur border checkpoint in India. Following the return, BGB’s Subedar Md. Abul Kashem filed a general diary with Satkhira Police Station. Officials confirmed that after verifying their identities, the detainees will be reunited with their families.

On Thursday, Indian Border Security Force (BSF) handed over 15 Bangladeshi nationals detained at the Taluigacha border in Satkhira to Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB).

The group—men, women, and children from Satkhira, Pirojpur, and Khulna—had been arrested the previous night while attempting to cross into India illegally through the Hakimpur checkpoint.

OC Shaminul Haque confirmed that the detainees were returned following a flag meeting and would be released to guardians once documentation is complete.

The Director General-level conference between Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) and India’s Border Security Force (BSF) concluded with both sides agreeing on 10 key measures, including the goal of reducing cross-border killings, assaults, and violence to zero.

The BGB chief expressed deep concern over indiscriminate shootings by BSF that killed or injured unarmed Bangladeshi civilians. In response, the BSF DG reaffirmed India’s commitment to stricter measures, pledging increased night patrols in high-risk areas.

Both sides emphasized timely intelligence sharing and coordinated border management to curb smuggling. Bangladesh also raised concerns over illegal push-ins of Indian nationals and displaced Myanmar citizens. The BSF promised to adhere to agreed repatriation protocols.

The Arakan Army has reportedly abducted seven Bangladeshi fishermen along with their fishing trawler from the southern waters of Saint Martin’s Island.
The abduction occurred in an area known as “Sita”, said Teknaf Upazila Nirbahi Officer Sheikh Ehsan Uddin, who confirmed the incident and expressed concern.
Officials noted that due to navigability issues in Bangladeshi waters, fishermen are often forced into Myanmar’s territory, where such incidents have become increasingly frequent. According to trawler owners’ associations, at least 65 fishermen have been abducted this month alone.

The Border Security Force (BSF) detained a senior Bangladeshi police officer on Saturday evening near the Hakimpur border outpost in North 24 Parganas. The officer was reportedly attempting to enter Indian territory illegally. Authorities have withheld his identity for investigative reasons and handed him over to West Bengal police for questioning.
Indian officials noted this is the first time a serving Bangladeshi police officer has been caught attempting such an entry. Investigators are probing whether he acted alone or on behalf of a network. Border surveillance has since been intensified.