Bangladesh
South Asia
Why in news
May 2026
Dhaka-origin undocumented migrants were the main target of India's new district-level deportation policy with 90-day verification timelines. Dhaka turned to China for the long-pending Teesta river project amid the stalled water-sharing deal with India.
Apr 2026
Dhaka-origin undocumented migrants were the main target of India's new district-level deportation policy with 90-day verification timelines. Dhaka turned to China for the long-pending Teesta river project amid the stalled water-sharing deal with India.
Key facts
- Dhaka-origin undocumented migrants were the main target of India's new district-level deportation policy with 90-day verification timelines.
- Dhaka turned to China for the long-pending Teesta river project amid the stalled water-sharing deal with India.
UPSC relevance
Prelims
Prelims may ask its location, capital, neighbours, and the recent development that put it in the news.
Mains
Mains (GS-2): bilateral relations with India and regional geopolitics.
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Frequently asked questions
Why is Bangladesh in the news?
Apr 2026: Dhaka-origin undocumented migrants were the main target of India's new district-level deportation policy with 90-day verification timelines. Dhaka turned to China for the long-pending Teesta river project amid the stalled water-sharing deal with India. May 2026: Dhaka-origin undocumented migrants were the main target of India's new district-level deportation policy with 90-day verification timelines. Dhaka turned to China for the long-pending Teesta river project amid the stalled water-sharing deal with India.
Why is Bangladesh important for UPSC?
Prelims may ask its location, capital, neighbours, and the recent development that put it in the news. Mains (GS-2): bilateral relations with India and regional geopolitics.
Last updated: 2026-10-09