The Border Security Force (BSF) has handed over the body of Shahed Ahmed, a Bangladeshi who was shot dead by Indian Khasi tribesmen at the Sylhet-Kanaighat border. A joint flag meeting between BGB and BSF was held on March 8 at the border near Borochhara, following which the deceased’s body was returned to Bangladeshi authorities. Police confirmed that legal procedures would be followed before handing over the body to the family.

Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) has arrested an Indian citizen named Satish Roy in Panchagarh’s Tetulia subdistrict. Reports indicate that he illegally entered Bangladesh 15-20 days ago and had been working as a laborer at the residence of Ramzan Ali in Majhipara Toyagach. Acting on a tip-off, BGB apprehended him and handed him over to Tetulia Model Police Station. A case has been filed against him for illegal entry.

A Bangladeshi man, Al Amin (36), was shot dead by the Indian Border Security Force (BSF) on Saturday at the Bhitargarh border in Panchagarh. Local sources reported that Al Amin had been missing for three days. On Friday night, he and a group of 15-20 smugglers were attempting to smuggle cattle from India into Bangladesh when BSF intercepted them, leading to a physical altercation. At one point, BSF opened fire. The Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) commander held a flag meeting with his BSF counterpart, strongly protesting the incident and demanding the return of the body.

The Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) has seized smuggled goods worth Tk 11.3 million that were illegally brought from India, evading customs duty. According to Lieutenant Colonel Md. Nazmul Haque, commander of the 48th BGB Battalion, a raid was conducted early Friday along the Sylhet and Sunamganj border areas. Items seized include a large quantity of sunglasses, sarees, raisins, creams, chocolates, mehndi, razor blades, sugar, hair oil, soap, basmati rice, liquor, and Phensedyl. Authorities have stated that legal actions will be taken in accordance with regulations.

A Bangladeshi youth named Sahed Mia was shot dead by Indian smugglers inside Indian territory near the Sylhet-Kanaighat border early Friday morning. The Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) stated that Sahed was involved in smuggling, and the incident occurred due to a conflict between smugglers from both countries. The process of repatriating the body is underway. Kanaighat Police Officer-in-Charge Awal Mia confirmed that the BGB informed them about the incident, and legal procedures are being followed to bring the body back.

Fifty-six Bangladeshi fishermen, who were detained by the Myanmar Navy, have been released after ten hours in custody. The fishermen were arrested along with six fishing trawlers while fishing near Saint Martin’s Island in the Bay of Bengal. According to Lieutenant Colonel Ashiqur Rahman, the trawlers unintentionally entered Myanmar’s territorial waters while fishing in the southwest region of the sea. The Myanmar Navy confiscated fish, nets, and food supplies from the boats before releasing the fishermen.

Jordanian security forces shot and killed an Indian citizen attempting to illegally cross into Israel. The deceased, identified as 47-year-old Thomas Gabriel Perera from Kerala, arrived in Jordan on February 5 with a group of four on a tourist visa. Perera and his companion, Edison, were reportedly lured by an Indian worker in Jordan with the promise of employment in Israel. Despite warnings, Perera attempted to cross the border, prompting Jordanian border guards to open fire.

The Indian Army has conducted a large-scale military exercise using state-of-the-art T-90 battle tanks near the border. According to an official statement, the Trishakti Corps of the Indian Army carried out a month-long live-fire drill featuring T-90 tanks, mortars, and firearms. The exercise was focused on securing the Sikkim region and the Siliguri Corridor, a strategically vital area. The T-90, one of the most advanced tanks in the Indian military’s arsenal, played a crucial role in the drills.

On Sunday evening, the Border Security Force (BSF) detained two Bangladeshi women for illegally entering Bangladesh from India. Following a flag meeting between the two forces, the women, Zarina Begum (42) and Shiuli Khatun, were returned to Bangladesh. The meeting, called by the BSF’s 194th Border Company Commander at the Sundarpur Camp, resulted in the transfer of the detainees back to the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB).

According to a report by India’s state-run news agency, Press Trust of India (PTI), at least 13 Bangladeshi nationals have been arrested in Tripura and Meghalaya on charges of illegal entry. The Border Security Force (BSF) stated that four of them were detained in Tripura, while the remaining nine were apprehended in Meghalaya. Additionally, the BSF reported seizing illegal drugs and contraband worth approximately ₹21.3 million during the same operation.

A 37-year-old Indian national, Shaon Karmakar, was apprehended by Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) on Monday while attempting to enter the country illegally through the Comilla border. Karmakar, a resident of Khayerpur police station in West Tripura, was found in possession of an Aadhaar card issued by the Indian government, a Permanent Account Number (PAN) card, and a State Bank Classic Visa card. He has been handed over to Kotwali Police Station for further legal proceedings.

The Indian Border Security Force (BSF) has resumed barbed-wire fencing along the zero line of the Dahagram border in Lalmonirhat’s Patgram upazila. However, strong opposition from the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) forced them to halt construction. A flag meeting between border security forces of both nations was held for half an hour on Saturday afternoon. According to locals, BSF had completed fencing most of the area between border pillars 3 and 8 late on Friday night, leaving a 3-5 yard gap. In response, BGB has increased patrols and lodged an official protest. BSF officials claim the fencing was constructed in coordination with local district authorities.

Home Adviser Jahangir Alam Chowdhury has reassured that the Bangladesh-Myanmar border remains secure. “There are no security threats on our borders,” he stated. However, he acknowledged that the Arakan Army currently controls parts of the Bangladesh-Myanmar border region, making it uncertain whether Myanmar or the Arakan Army will have control in the future. “To maintain stability, the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) is maintaining communication with both sides,” he explained. He also announced the deployment of four additional battalions alongside the existing 64 BGB battalions, strengthening the country’s border security capabilities. The adviser expressed hope that these reinforcements would enhance efforts to curb drug trafficking and smuggling.

The newly established Ukhiya Battalion (64 BGB) of the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) has officially commenced operations with a flag-raising ceremony. The inauguration took place at the Cox’s Bazar Battalion training ground, with Home Affairs Advisor Jahangir Alam Chowdhury presiding over the event. BGB Director General Major General Mohammad Ashrafuzzaman Siddiqui was also present.

Speaking to reporters, the Home Affairs Advisor highlighted that ongoing conflicts inside Myanmar have heightened tensions along the Bangladesh-Myanmar border. Establishing a new battalion in the region was a timely necessity. He expressed hope that the battalion would play a crucial role in ensuring public safety and national security.

A Bangladeshi national, Al-Amin Mia (30), was shot dead by the Indian Border Security Force (BSF) near the zero line of the Kasba border in Brahmanbaria on Friday night. According to Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) sources, Al-Amin had approached the border at around 9 PM when BSF troops opened fire, leaving him injured. The BSF later took him to Bishalgarh Hospital in India, where he succumbed to his injuries. The BGB has sent a protest letter demanding a flag meeting and the immediate repatriation of Al-Amin’s body.