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Political crisis in Bangladesh and its implication on India

The recent political instability in Bangladesh has significant implications for India, given the close geographical, economic, and cultural ties between the two countries. Here are some key points to consider: 1. Economic Impact It can disrupt trade and economic relations as Bangladesh is our largest trading partner in the Indian subcontinent with trade worth of $14.2 billion with balance of trade in India's favor. Any disruption can affect businesses, supply chains, and economic stability in the region. 2. Security Concerns It may lead to the rise of radical elements and cross-border tensions. This can impact India’s border security and necessitate increased vigilance and resources to manage potential threats over 4000 km of land border. 3. Refugee Influx Political turmoil often leads to displacement of people. India may face an influx of refugees from Bangladesh, which can strain resources and create humanitarian challenges and also changes the demographic pattern of the region. 4. Geopolitical Dynamics Bangladesh’s strategic position and its ties with China add complexity to the situation. As it may add a pearl to the China's String of Peral policy. 5. Diplomatic Relations India has historically had strong ties with Sheikh Hasina’s government. The new government may have different priorities and policies, requiring India to adapt its diplomatic strategies. 6. Regional Stability Overall, the stability of Bangladesh is crucial for the broader South Asian region. Instability can have a ripple effect, impacting neighboring countries and regional cooperation initiatives. India will need to carefully monitor the situation and engage in diplomatic efforts to support stability and maintain strong bilateral relations with Bangladesh.

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This is NOT the India I grew up in

I am in shock that the Canadian PM, in the Canadian Parliament no less has alleged that India has eliminated a khalistani on Canadian soil. I still remember the days, when the single greatest attack on the soul of the country took place in Mumbai on 26/11, all we could do was establish backchannel diplomacy with the likes of the US to get Pakistan to 'calm down'. Not a single bullet was fired in return in a nation that perceived our weak national security as par for the course, getting the Congress led UPA that presided over this moment of unparalleled humiliation, a thumping verdict in 2009. That was an India where we would lament the lack of credible retaliation options including Covert Ops. It was often stated that IK Gujral rolled back R&AW operations outside the country as an excuse for our lack. Although, no action was taken to initiate the operations again. NONE. But excuses were ready should failures occur again. That India of my childhood, seems like a distant past. When URI and Balakot happened, we crossed the LoC and launched Spl Ops to impose rising costs upon Pakistani aggression. Khalistani or old thoroughbred battle hardened Islamic Jihad commanders in Pakistan or PoK are being neutralized, further raising costs to threatening Indian interests. This is not the India I grew up in. 2004-14, when we ought to have taken off, came a pauper after the initial global liquidity fuelled growth from 04-07. Congress went on a far left loony socialistic binge, with massive amounts of debt given to Crony Industrialist friends leading to an NPA crisis which led to Private investment paralysis, plummeting growth further, and inflation hitting the skies. But now, we are poised for a decade or two of rapid, high quality, solid economic growth. All of these factors combine to bolster our Gross National Power like never before. We were supposed to be poor, timid and helpless. We pursued sympathy over strength. But I guess, this is no longer the India we knew of.