Following his visit, he emphasised the crucial role played by BSF jawans in maintaining peace and security in the country. Bista asserted that the India-Bangladesh border is safe, adding that he had come here to boost the morale of the BSF Jawans.
Ireland women's cricket team captain, Gaby Lewis, shared her thoughts after her side's defeat to India in the 1st ODI at Rajkot on Friday. Despite the loss, Lewis remained positive and focused on the team's improvements, particularly when compared to their performance in Bangladesh.
Uncapped speedster Jannillea Glasgow and fast-bowling all-rounder Cherry-Ann Fraser earned their call-ups to the 15-member West Indies squad for the upcoming white-ball home series against Bangladesh.
When asked how can closed neighbors like India and Bangladesh resolve current tensions while maintaining strong people-to-people and business ties, Shams said that both sides must remember that "they are dependent on each other' and are in a "symbiotic relationship."
Shams while talking to ANI said that Bangladesh's trade with Pakistan will not overtake that with India, adding that Dhaka also has strong people-to-people ties with New Delhi, which Islamabad can never overtake.
Shams, while speaking with ANI, said that India and Bangladesh said that extradition is not the only issue between the two nations, and both countries are working for their "multi-faceted" and "multi-dimensional" relationship
Nilotpal Kumar Pandey, the DIG PRO of South Bengal Frontier, said that the situation in the border is favourable, and the BSF understands their responsibility.
Speaking to ANI, DIG (PRO) of the South Bengal Frontier, Nilotpal Kumar Pandey, praised the dedication of the BSF personnel. "Our jawans know their duty and are performing it with full commitment. We understand our responsibility and are committed to it," he said.
In 2025, to date, four cases have been filed against the illegal Bangladeshi nationals and six accused have been arrested. Most Bangladeshis have been arrested from Mumbai, Navi Mumbai and Thane.