New Delhi/Dhaka/IBNS, May 1 -- Bilateral relations between India and Bangladesh have come under focus after Dhaka summoned acting Indian High Commissioner Pawan Badhe over remarks made by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, media reports said.

Dhaka expresses displeasure

Call for restraint amid fragile ties

Dhaka urged New Delhi to refrain from statements that could strain relations.

The ties had seen marginal improvement since Tarique Rahman assumed charge earlier this year.

It emphasised that public comments capable of escalating tensions are counterproductive.

Backdrop of recent tensions

Sarma's remarks trigger row

On April 26, Sarma had said that 20 foreign nationals were arrested in Assam and subsequently pushed back to...