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.

A US appeals court has upheld a rule allowing H-4 visa holders—spouses and children of H-1B visa holders—to work in the US. The ruling from the DC Circuit Court rejected Save Jobs USA's challenge, affirming the 2015 regulation under the Obama administration. The decision benefits Indian tech workers and other H-1B visa holders by enabling their spouses to seek employment, enhancing job retention and innovation in the US tech sector. The ruling supports the broader tech industry’s argument that allowing H-4 spouses to work benefits the economy.

In response to the ongoing unrest in Bangladesh, Manipur has imposed a night curfew in Pherzawl and Jiribam districts to prevent potential illegal migration. The state government issued the directive citing the risk of people crossing the border due to the volatile situation in Bangladesh. The curfew aims to maintain order and ensure strict vigilance by security forces. This follows a similar move by Meghalaya, which shares a border with Bangladesh and has also imposed curfews to manage the situation.

India is adopting a wait-and-watch approach regarding the crisis in Bangladesh, with its Army on high alert, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar informed an all-party meeting. Jaishankar addressed concerns about potential foreign interference and the safety of minorities in Bangladesh. While India has been in contact with Sheikh Hasina and the Bangladesh Army, details on her plans remain undisclosed. Opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, were briefed on the situation and expressed support for the government's stance. Jaishankar emphasized readiness to respond if the situation worsens.

India's Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar, and National Security Advisor Ajit Doval met to address the crisis in Bangladesh. Following Sheikh Hasina's resignation and her arrival in Delhi, security along the border has been tightened. The Indian government is closely monitoring the welfare of 19,000 Indian nationals, including 9,000 students, many of whom have returned to India. With over 300 reported deaths in Bangladesh due to ongoing violence, India remains vigilant and engaged with its diplomatic missions to ensure the safety of its citizens and monitor the situation.

The UK government has shelved a proposed increase in the minimum income requirement for Family Visas, easing concerns for many Indian families. Initially set to rise from £18,600 to £29,000, and further to £38,700, the new Labour government will maintain the current threshold of £29,000 until a review by the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) is completed. This decision addresses worries about its impact on lower-income families and international recruitment in key sectors like IT and engineering, which rely heavily on talent from countries like India.

Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has fled to India following massive unrest and violent protests over the controversial quota system. Landing at Hindon airbase near Delhi, Hasina plans to seek asylum in the UK, where her sister resides. However, UK asylum rules, which require refugees to claim asylum in the first safe country they reach, present a significant roadblock. Meanwhile, Hasina's son, Sajeeb Wazed Joy, confirmed that she is done with Bangladeshi politics and will now focus on spending time with her grandchildren.