PM Modi writes to Bangladesh's interim Chief, reaffirms commitment to bilateral ties
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has written to Muhammad Yunus, Chief Advisor to Bangladesh's interim government, extending greetings on Bangladesh’s Independence Day and reiterating India’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations.
In his letter, the Prime Minister emphasized the shared history and sacrifices that have shaped the partnership between the two nations. "This day stands as a testament to our shared history and sacrifices, that have laid the foundation of our bilateral partnership. The spirit of the Liberation War of Bangladesh continues to remain a guiding light for our relationship, which has flourished across multiple domains, bringing tangible benefits to our peoples," he wrote.
India and Bangladesh share a historically significant relationship, with New Delhi playing a crucial role in Bangladesh’s 1971 liberation war.PM Modi also emphasized India's commitment to advancing cooperation with Bangladesh, stating that the partnership is guided by aspirations for peace, stability, and prosperity, while respecting mutual interests and concerns.
The letter comes amid a shift in Bangladesh’s political landscape following the fall of the Awami League government led by Sheikh Hasina. The transition led to the formation of an interim government under Nobel laureate and economist Muhammad Yunus.
Concerns over attacks on minorities in Bangladesh have been raised by India, with Dhaka maintaining that these incidents are politically motivated rather than communal in nature. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has affirmed that India remains engaged with the interim government and will continue to address such issues.
In December, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri visited Bangladesh and conveyed India's concerns regarding attacks on religious institutions. He expressed that such incidents were "regrettable" during discussions with Bangladeshi Foreign Adviser Mohammad Touhid Hossain.
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Karnataka govt to establish Gig Workers’ Welfare Board
Bengaluru, Apr 3 (PTI): The Karnataka government decided to establish a Gig Workers’ Welfare Board, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s office said on Thursday.
The decision was made following a discussion between Siddaramaiah and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in New Delhi.
According to a statement issued by the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO), Rahul Gandhi inquired about the timeline for formulating the Gig Workers' Welfare Act, which he had promised during his Bharat Jodo Yatra and the elections.
"The Karnataka government has decided to establish a Gig Workers' Welfare Board to ensure the well-being of workers employed by companies like Amazon, Flipkart, Ola, Uber, and others," the statement said.
It further stated that a five per cent cess would be collected from the concerned companies, while the state government would provide the remaining funds required to support welfare schemes for gig workers.
"A comprehensive bill covering all aspects of gig workers' welfare will be prepared and presented before the state cabinet for approval," the statement added.
Three gig worker representatives—Rakshitha Dev, Sheikh Salahuddin, and Nikhil Dev—were also invited to the meeting.
They appreciated the government's initiative and expressed hope for improved working conditions.
State ministers Santosh Lad, Priyank Kharge, and M B Patil were present at the meeting.
Santosh Lad was quoted as saying that Rahul Gandhi, who had earlier advocated for gig workers' rights during the Bharat Jodo Yatra, welcomed the eight-point proposal prepared by the Labour department.
Rahul Gandhi also emphasised the need for swift implementation to safeguard gig workers' interests.
"The Karnataka Labour Department has already introduced three key bills—covering workers' gratuity, cinema workers' rights, and now, gig workers' welfare. The unorganised workers' sector has lauded the government's efforts and extended full support for this progressive move," the statement quoted Lad as saying.
