Pakistan, Dec. 18 -- India on Wednesday summoned Bangladesh's High Commissioner to New Delhi to convey strong concerns over what it described as a deteriorating security situation in Bangladesh. New Delhi said the issue was particularly serious due to alleged threats targeting the Indian Mission in Dhaka.

The diplomatic move came two days after Bangladesh summoned the Indian High Commissioner in Dhaka. Bangladeshi authorities had protested what they called "incendiary statements" made by former prime minister Sheikh Hasina from Indian soil, warning that such remarks could undermine the country's upcoming parliamentary election.

Bangladesh is preparing for national elections scheduled for February 12 under an interim administration led b...