In Cooch Behar, West Bengal, a BSF jawan pleaded with hundreds of Bangladeshi nationals camped at the border, urging them to wait for a resolution through dialogue rather than attempting illegal entry. “Please listen to me, nothing will come out of shouting,” the jawan said, emphasizing that the situation requires discussion with Bangladesh authorities. Despite heightened vigilance and recent apprehensions of eleven Bangladeshis at various borders, the BSF stressed that entry will only be permitted following proper verification. Assam DGP G P Singh confirmed that legal entrants, like students and traders, will be allowed with valid documents.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu in Male on Saturday during a three-day visit aimed at resetting bilateral ties. This is the first high-level visit from India since Muizzu, known for his pro-China stance, assumed office last year. Jaishankar conveyed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's greetings and emphasized New Delhi's commitment to deepening India-Maldives relations for the benefit of both nations and the region. This visit follows Muizzu's trip to India in June, where he attended Modi's swearing-in ceremony. The Maldives remains a key maritime neighbor for India in the Indian Ocean region.

Air India has indefinitely suspended all flights to and from Tel Aviv due to escalating tensions in the Middle East. The decision comes after the airline had temporarily halted operations earlier this year, only resuming in March. The suspension follows increased geopolitical unrest, including the assassination of key Hamas and Hezbollah leaders. Air India stated that the safety of passengers and crew is its top priority and offered full refunds to affected travelers. Many international airlines have also reduced or canceled flights to Israel as the conflict continues to escalate.

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), led by former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, expressed dissatisfaction with India for hosting ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina after she fled Dhaka. Senior BNP leader Gayeshwar Roy emphasized the need for mutual cooperation between Bangladesh and India but criticized India's support for Hasina, labeling it as detrimental to bilateral relations. He questioned India's role in promoting a single party rather than the entire nation. Despite these tensions, Roy reaffirmed BNP's commitment to upholding individual rights and maintaining positive relations with India.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus on his appointment as Bangladesh's interim leader, following Sheikh Hasina's resignation amid mass protests. In a message on social media, PM Modi stressed the importance of protecting Hindus and other minority communities in Bangladesh during this transitional period. He also reaffirmed India's commitment to collaborating with Bangladesh to achieve mutual goals of peace, security, and development. Yunus, an economist and microfinance pioneer, took charge on Tuesday after Hasina fled to India. The new leadership in Bangladesh marks a significant shift, drawing attention from regional powers.

Deepali Kannoujia, a 16-year-old student from Lucknow, has secured a prestigious US Department of State Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study scholarship. Living in a one-room house and helping her mother, a washerwoman, Deepali is excited about the opportunity to study in the US. Selected among 30 students from India, she will spend an academic year learning about different cultures. Her mother, Suman, expressed mixed feelings about Deepali’s departure but is proud of her achievement. Deepali, currently a Class X student at Prerna Girls' School, will leave for the US on August 19.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held discussions with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy on Thursday regarding the situation in Bangladesh. Sheikh Hasina, the former Bangladeshi Prime Minister, resigned amid protests and is currently in India. Speculation about her seeking asylum in the UK was dismissed by her son, Sajeeb Wazed, who labeled it as "rumors." He emphasized that Hasina will return once democracy is restored in Bangladesh. The UK government is reportedly reluctant to offer her refuge, citing legal constraints. The Ministry of External Affairs in India stated that Hasina’s future plans remain undisclosed.

Members of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s team, who fled to India on Monday following violent uprisings, have begun relocating from India to undisclosed locations, according to government sources. The team, including Hasina’s sister Sheikh Rehana, arrived in India in distress, with only essential items, after mobs stormed the Prime Minister’s residence in Dhaka. Indian authorities have provided temporary refuge and are assisting the entourage with security and logistical support. National Security Advisor Ajit Doval met with Hasina to discuss immediate and future plans. Hasina's ultimate destination remains unclear as she seeks asylum elsewhere.

The Border Security Force (BSF) stopped 500-600 Bangladeshi nationals attempting to enter India at the Jalpaiguri border in West Bengal. The individuals, claiming they were fleeing attacks in Bangladesh, were stopped due to the fully sealed border. They were later returned to Bangladesh by the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB). The situation in Bangladesh remains tense following violent protests and the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, appointed interim leader, has called for calm and cooperation to address the ongoing crisis.

An Air India flight evacuated 190 staff members from the Indian High Commission in Dhaka this morning, while over 20 staff remain in the city. This evacuation follows severe unrest in Bangladesh, where 450 police stations have been attacked, vandalized, looted, and torched. The violence erupted after former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s government fell, leading to widespread chaos and disruption. The situation has severely impacted law enforcement across the country, complicating efforts to restore order amid the ongoing political crisis.