S Jaishankar flags attacks on minorities in Bangladesh in Lok Sabha, seeks action
1 week, 3 days ago

S Jaishankar flags attacks on minorities in Bangladesh in Lok Sabha, seeks action

India Today  

The treatment of minorities in Bangladesh is a matter of concern for India and New Delhi hopes that Dhaka will take action for their safety, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said in the Lok Sabha on Friday. The minister said India hopes that the new dispensation in Bangladesh will settle down to a mutually beneficial stable relationship with India. Jaishankar said treatment of minorities in Bangladesh has been a source of concern as there have been multiple incidents of attacks on them. "In fact when we speak about the neighbourhood first policy, almost every neighbouring country with the exception of Pakistan and China, we have had important development projects and that is the case with Bangladesh as well," he said.

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'Sanction those behind heinous acts against minorities in Bangladesh': US lawmakers over attacks on Hindus
4 days, 18 hours ago

'Sanction those behind heinous acts against minorities in Bangladesh': US lawmakers over attacks on Hindus

India TV News  

Washington: Expressing a sense of urgency on the escalating crisis of human rights violations in Bangladesh, an influential American Congressman called on the US Departments of Treasury and State on Wednesday to impose and enforce sanctions on those perpetrating these heinous acts against minorities in the South Asian country. "I call on the Departments of Treasury and State to impose …

Jaishankar on India’s neighbourhood: Vigil up at Myanmar border, eyes on Bangladesh
1 week, 3 days ago

Jaishankar on India’s neighbourhood: Vigil up at Myanmar border, eyes on Bangladesh

Firstpost  

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar answered a range of questions on India’s neighbourhood policy in Parliament today. He called the reports of attacks on minorities in Bangladesh ‘a source of concern,’ while he also spoke about the situation along the Myanmar border India has reiterated its concerns over the attack on minorities, especially Hindus, in Bangladesh, with External Affairs Minister …

Centre must act, protect minorities in Bangladesh: Mamata
1 week, 5 days ago

Centre must act, protect minorities in Bangladesh: Mamata

Deccan Chronicle  

Digha: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday said the Centre must give protection to minorities in violence-hit Bangladesh, and bring back "those willing to return". Banerjee also claimed that fake videos were being purposefully circulated, as certain sections were trying to foment communal tension. Bangladesh's minority Hindus, who constitute about 8 per cent of the 170 million population, …

It took a visit from India for Bangladesh to acknowledge what world has been saying
1 week, 5 days ago

It took a visit from India for Bangladesh to acknowledge what world has been saying

Firstpost  

Bangladesh has finally acknowledged that 88 incidents of communal violence against minorities, mostly Hindus, took place in the country between August 5 and October 22. India for months raised concerns over atrocities against minorities, especially Hindus, in Bangladesh, where the interim government under Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus rejected all such reports as “completely exaggerated.” Attacks on minorities, including Hindus, in …

After India flags safety of Hindus, Bangladesh confirms 88 attacks on minorities
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1 week, 5 days ago

After India flags safety of Hindus, Bangladesh confirms 88 attacks on minorities

Hindustan Times  

Bangladesh on Tuesday confirmed 88 incidents of communal violence targeting minorities, mainly Hindus, after the ouster of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina in August, news agency PTI reported. Interim government head Muhammad Yunus’ press secretary, Shafiqul Alam also said 70 people have been arrested in connection with the communal violence incidents. The disclosure came a day after foreign secretary Vikram …

DC Edit | Dhaka needs to act swiftly, firmly to restore normalcy
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1 week, 5 days ago

DC Edit | Dhaka needs to act swiftly, firmly to restore normalcy

Deccan Chronicle  

India has had its say on the situation in Bangladesh where the safety of minorities has been under a grave threat. It was on the cards that Bangladesh would come up with the response that India’s premises were based on “misleading and false information” and that whatever is happening in the country since the fall of Sheikh Hasina Wazed’s government …

Bangladesh acknowledges attacks on minorities; says 88 cases filed, 70 arrested so far
1 week, 5 days ago

Bangladesh acknowledges attacks on minorities; says 88 cases filed, 70 arrested so far

New Indian Express  

Bangladesh has confirmed 88 cases of communal violence targeting minorities, primarily Hindus, since the departure of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in August. Interim government head Muhammad Yunus’ press secretary, Shafiqul Alam, revealed the figures on Tuesday, adding that 70 individuals have been arrested in connection with the attacks, as reported by news agency PTI. The announcement follows a visit …

In U-turn, Bangladesh confirms 88 attacks on minorities after India censure
1 week, 5 days ago

In U-turn, Bangladesh confirms 88 attacks on minorities after India censure

India Today  

Bangladesh on Tuesday acknowledged 88 incidents of communal violence against minorities, primarily Hindus, following the ouster of then-premier Sheikh Hasina in August. Interim government head Muhammad Yunus’ press secretary Shafiqul Alam also said that 70 people have been arrested in those incidents. He made the disclosure a day after Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri flagged regrettable incidents of attacks on minorities …

Mending Delhi’s ties with Dhaka
1 week, 6 days ago

Mending Delhi’s ties with Dhaka

Hindustan Times  

Foreign secretary Vikram Misri’s visit to Dhaka — the first senior Indian functionary to travel to Bangladesh since the fall of the Sheikh Hasina regime in August — is a welcome pause since the ties between the two neighbours have been increasingly turning cold, if not hostile. Expectedly, the conversations in Dhaka on Monday — between Misri and the head …

BJP should have brought international pressure on Bangladesh instead of holding street protests, says B. Ramanath Rai
2 weeks ago

BJP should have brought international pressure on Bangladesh instead of holding street protests, says B. Ramanath Rai

The Hindu  

Congress leader and former Minister B. Ramanath Rai on Monday, chided the BJP and its affiliates for resorting to street protests against the atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh and said the party in power at the Centre should instead have brought international pressure on the neighbouring country. The best way for the BJP is to bring international pressure on Bangladesh …

Conveyed our concerns on the safety of minorities, says Vikram Misri in Dhaka
2 weeks ago

Conveyed our concerns on the safety of minorities, says Vikram Misri in Dhaka

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI: India on Monday conveyed to Bangladesh its concerns about the safety and welfare of the country’s minorities, with foreign secretary Vikram Misri saying New Delhi wants to work with the interim government in Dhaka to take forward ties in a positive and constructive direction. Foreign secretary Vikram Misri during talks on Monday with his Bangladeshi counterpart Mohammad Jashim …

Bangladesh minority group slams attack against Hindus in Sunamganj: ‘Over 100 houses looted, temple damaged…’
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Bangladesh minority group slams attack against Hindus in Sunamganj: ‘Over 100 houses looted, temple damaged…’

Live Mint  

The Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council released a statement on Thursday following attacks against minorities in Sunamgonj district. “More than 100 houses and business establishments of the Hindu community were attacked, vandalised and looted in Manglargaon and Monigaon East Gunigram…Doara Bazar Loknath Temple was heavily damaged in the attack. The alleged incident took place late at night on December …

Massive protest near Indo-Bangla border in Assam against violence in Bangladesh
3 weeks ago

Massive protest near Indo-Bangla border in Assam against violence in Bangladesh

Hindustan Times  

Nearly 40,000 people gathered near the India-Bangladesh international border in Assam's Sribhumi district on Sunday to stage a massive protest against the alleged attacks on minority Hindus and insult of the Indian flag in Bangladesh. Thousands gather near the Indo-Bangla border in Assam to protest against the alleged attacks on minorities in Bangladesh They also demanded immediate release of Chinmoy …

ISKCON Bengaluru requests Centre to work with Bangladesh to protect minorities
3 weeks, 1 day ago

ISKCON Bengaluru requests Centre to work with Bangladesh to protect minorities

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: ISKCON Bengaluru President Madhu Pandit Dasa on Sunday expressed concern over the violence against Hindus in Bangladesh and urged the Centre to work with neighbouring countries to protect the rights of minorities in the region. Speaking at a peaceful Sankirtan organised at the Hare Krishna Hill to show solidarity with the persecuted minorities in Bangladesh, Dasa said, "We have …

India has taken serious note of attacks against minorities, shared concerns with Bangladesh, Jaishankar tells Parliament
3 weeks, 3 days ago

India has taken serious note of attacks against minorities, shared concerns with Bangladesh, Jaishankar tells Parliament

Op India  

The Union government has taken serious note of incidents of violence against Hindus and other minorities, and shared its concerns with the interim government in Bangladesh, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar informed the Parliament on Friday. Responding to BJP MP Arun Kumar Sagar’s question on violence against the Hindu community in Bangladesh, Jaishankar in a written reply to Lok Sabha, …

India asks Bangladesh to protect minorities, hopes monk will get fair treatment
3 weeks, 3 days ago

India asks Bangladesh to protect minorities, hopes monk will get fair treatment

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI: India on Friday urged Bangladesh’s interim government to protect Hindus and other minority communities in the face of threats and targeted attacks and called for the case of a Bangladeshi monk arrested on a charge of sedition to be dealt with fairly and transparently. We once again call upon Bangladesh to take all the steps for the protection …

'Live up to responsibility...': India urges Bangladesh to protect all minorities amid rising violence
3 weeks, 3 days ago

'Live up to responsibility...': India urges Bangladesh to protect all minorities amid rising violence

Firstpost  

India on Friday expressed deep concern over the escalating violence and targeted attacks against Hindus and other minorities in Bangladesh and called upon the Muhammad Yunus-led government to “live up to its responsibility of protecting all minorities” India on Friday expressed deep concern over the escalating violence and targeted attacks against Hindus and other minorities in Bangladesh and called upon …

India concerned over ‘surge of extremism and violence’ against Hindus in Bangladesh: ‘Arrest of Chinmoy Das is…’
3 weeks, 3 days ago

India concerned over ‘surge of extremism and violence’ against Hindus in Bangladesh: ‘Arrest of Chinmoy Das is…’

Live Mint  

India has reiterated calls for Bangladesh to ‘protect minorities’ on Friday amid growing outrage over the arrest of a Hindu priest. The developments came soon after Chinmoy Krishna Das was denied bail this week following his arrest for ‘disrespecting the Bangladeshi flag’ during a rally. Foreign Minister S Jaishankar told the Lok Sabha on Friday that the Indian administration has …

India urges Bangladesh to protect Hindus amid rising atrocities against them
3 weeks, 3 days ago

India urges Bangladesh to protect Hindus amid rising atrocities against them

India TV News  

Amid escalating reports of violence against Hindus in Bangladesh, the Ministry of External Affairs on Friday issued a strong appeal to the interim Bangladeshi government, urging it to fulfill its duty of protecting all minority communities in the country. Speaking at the weekly press briefing, MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal expressed India’s deep concerns over the increasing incidents of targeted attacks …

S Jaishankar meets PM in Parliament, briefs him on Bangladesh violence: Sources
3 weeks, 4 days ago

S Jaishankar meets PM in Parliament, briefs him on Bangladesh violence: Sources

India Today  

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Parliament on Thursday and briefed him on the ongoing violence against Hindus in Bangladesh, sources said. The External Affairs Minister's meeting with PM Modi comes amid the spiralling violence against Hindus in Bangladesh. The minority community, which constitutes only about 8 per cent of Bangladesh's 170 million population, have …

Bangladesh's responsibility to protect life of minorities: Centre to Parliament
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Bangladesh's responsibility to protect life of minorities: Centre to Parliament

India Today  

The External Affairs Ministry on Thursday expressed concerns over incidents of desecration and damage to Hindu temples and deities in Bangladesh and called on the government to ensure the safety and security of Hindus and other minorities. The MEA's statement in Parliament comes amid a fresh wave of unrest in Bangladesh over the arrest of a Hindu leader and the …

Attacks on minorities in Bangladesh: Indian-American body urges Biden, Trump to intervene
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Attacks on minorities in Bangladesh: Indian-American body urges Biden, Trump to intervene

ABP News  

Washington, Nov 28 : An influential Indian-American organisation has urged US President Joe Biden and President-elect Donald Trump to call on the government of Bangladesh to protect the minority Hindu community in the country. In separate letters to Biden and Trump, the Foundation for India and Indian Diaspora Studies on Wednesday expressed grave concern over the escalating human rights violations …

India concerned over Hindu leader's arrest in Bangladesh
3 weeks, 6 days ago

India concerned over Hindu leader's arrest in Bangladesh

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Reacting strongly to punitive action taken by Bangladeshi authorities against a Hindu seer there, India on Tuesday said it had “noted with deep concern the arrest and denial of bail to Chinmoy Krishna Das, who is also the spokesperson of the Bangladesh Sammilit Sanatan Jagran Jote”. We also note with concern the attacks on minorities protesting peacefully against …

'Ensure safety of Hindus': MEA tells Bangladesh amid Chittagong row
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'Ensure safety of Hindus': MEA tells Bangladesh amid Chittagong row

Hindustan Times  

The Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement on Thursday that India has reached out to the government in Bangladesh and urged them to take strong measures to ensure the safety of Hindus. Bangladesh Hindus shout slogans during a protest rally in Bangladesh Tensions escalated after a clash between the Hindu community and the law enforcement forces took place …

Attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh not communal, issue 'exaggerated': Yunus
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh not communal, issue 'exaggerated': Yunus

New Indian Express  

DHAKA: Chief Adviser to Bangladesh's interim government, Muhammad Yunus, has said the issue of attacks on minority Hindus in his country is “exaggerated” and questioned the manner in which India projected it. He suggested that the attacks were not communal, but a fallout of a political upheaval as there is a perception that most Hindus supported the now-deposed Awami League …

Hindus in Bangladesh are facing violence for no reason, says Mohan Bhagwat
4 months, 1 week ago

Hindus in Bangladesh are facing violence for no reason, says Mohan Bhagwat

The Hindu  

Rashtriya Swayamsewak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat on Thursday said that Hindus are being subjected to violence for no reason in Bangladesh and added that that India has the responsibility to ensure they do not face any atrocities. Speaking on the occasion of 78th Independence day at RSS headquarters in Nagpur, Mr. Bhagwat said that the new generation must learn that …

Hindus Facing Violence For No Reason In Bangladesh; Our Country Should Ensure Their Welfare: Mohan Bhagwat
4 months, 1 week ago

Hindus Facing Violence For No Reason In Bangladesh; Our Country Should Ensure Their Welfare: Mohan Bhagwat

News 18  

Amid targeted attacks on the Hindu minority community in Bangladesh, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Thursday said Hindus living there were being subjected to violence for no reason, and added that our country has the responsibility to ensure they do not face any injustice and atrocities. A lot violence is taking place in the neighbouring country and Hindus living there …

From ‘Secular Civil Code’ To Calling For Safety of Bangladeshi Hindus: PM Modi’s 5 Big I-Day Messages
4 months, 1 week ago

From ‘Secular Civil Code’ To Calling For Safety of Bangladeshi Hindus: PM Modi’s 5 Big I-Day Messages

News 18  

Slamming crimes against women, calling for a ‘Secular Civil Code’, underlining the safety of Hindus in Bangladesh, launching a political attack on the corrupt and those spreading negativity against India, and reiterating his governance model of reaching the last beneficiary and terror-free India — these were the five big messages from Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his address on this …

India should ensure welfare of Hindus in Bangaldesh: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat
4 months, 1 week ago

India should ensure welfare of Hindus in Bangaldesh: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat

The Hindu  

Amid targeted attacks on the Hindu minority community in Bangladesh, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Thursday said Hindus living there were being subjected to violence for no reason, and added that our country has the responsibility to ensure they do not face any injustice and atrocities. A lot violence is taking place in the neighbouring country and Hindus living there …

Bangladesh Hindus facing violence 'for no reason', India should ensure their welfare: RSS chief Bhagwat
4 months, 1 week ago

Bangladesh Hindus facing violence 'for no reason', India should ensure their welfare: RSS chief Bhagwat

New Indian Express  

NAGPUR: Amid targeted attacks on the Hindu minority community in Bangladesh, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said on Thursday that Hindus living there were being subjected to violence for no reason and added that our country has the responsibility to ensure they do not face any injustice and atrocities. A lot violence is taking place in the neighbouring country and Hindus …

Seers concerned over attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh
4 months, 1 week ago

Seers concerned over attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh

The Hindu  

Expressing concern over attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh, seers of various mutts on Monday urged the Union government to intervene in the matter. Meanwhile, the Hindu Hitarakshana Samithi formed human chains in different places in Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts condemning the attacks and seeking protection for the minorities. In his statement Udupi Pejawar Mutt seer Vishwaprasanna Tirtha said that …

A fusion of real and fake narratives do the rounds on attack on minorities in Bangladesh
4 months, 1 week ago

A fusion of real and fake narratives do the rounds on attack on minorities in Bangladesh

New Indian Express  

Days after a student-led uprising ousted Sheikh Hasina from power, the minority people living in the Bangladesh were found to be making a beeline at the borders to cross over to India in the wake of alleged attacks on minorities in Bangladesh. Recently, while expressing concern over the security of minorities in the Muslim-majority Bangladesh, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar …

Modi govt sets up committee to ensure safety of Hindus and other minorities in Bangladesh
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Modi govt sets up committee to ensure safety of Hindus and other minorities in Bangladesh

Op India  

In a major development, the Modi government has formed a committee to not only monitor the situation at the India-Bangladesh border but also ensure the safety of Hindus and other religious minorities in the neighbouring country. In a tweet on Friday, Union Home Minister Amit Shah informed, “In the wake of the ongoing situation in Bangladesh, the Modi government has …

‘A quiet case of ethnic cleansing’: Why we don’t care enough for minorities in Bangladesh – and Pakistan
4 months, 2 weeks ago

‘A quiet case of ethnic cleansing’: Why we don’t care enough for minorities in Bangladesh – and Pakistan

Firstpost  

Within 24 hours of the fall of the Sheikh Hasina government, there were reports of Hindus being attacked, their houses and temples ransacked, and their valuables looted in as many as 27 districts of Bangladesh Firefighters douse a fire engulfing a shopping center which was set on fire by protesters during a rally against Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her …

Ensure safety of Hindus in Bangladesh, Vishva Hindu Parishad urges Centre
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Ensure safety of Hindus in Bangladesh, Vishva Hindu Parishad urges Centre

The Hindu  

The Vishwa Hindu Parishad on Tuesday urged the Central government to take every possible step for the safety of Hindus in Bangladesh that is witnessing unrest. Speaking to media, VHP president Alok Kumar said Hindus in Bangladesh were feeling “extremely unsafe”. ‘Situation sensitive’ Terming the situation ‘sensitive’, the VHP said it was the responsibility of the world community to take …

Is there a Pakistan hand in Bangladesh crisis? Jaishankar says a Pakistani diplomat did...
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Is there a Pakistan hand in Bangladesh crisis? Jaishankar says a Pakistani diplomat did...

Firstpost  

During the meeting, EAM Jaishankar allayed apprehensions about border security, saying that ’no worrying number of people are trying to enter India. pic.twitter.com/tiitk5M5zn — Dr. S. Jaishankar August 6, 2024 During the meeting, EAM Jaishankar allayed apprehensions about border security, saying that “no worrying number of people are trying to enter India. All checkpoints between the two nations are under …

Bangladesh unrest: 'Monitoring status of minorities,' Jaishankar informs Lok Sabha
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Bangladesh unrest: 'Monitoring status of minorities,' Jaishankar informs Lok Sabha

India TV News  

EAM Dr S Jaishankar on Tuesday apprised the Lok Sabha of the 'unfolding' political situation in Bangladesh. Jaishankar also informed that there has been considerable tensions, deep divides and growing polarisation in Bangladesh politics since January 2024. Jaishankar in Rajya Sabha said, "I rise to apprise this august House of certain recent developments pertaining to Bangladesh.Since the election in January …

Aakar Patel | If you have eyes…The many ways in which govt targets India's minorities
1 year, 2 months ago

Aakar Patel | If you have eyes…The many ways in which govt targets India's minorities

Deccan Chronicle  

Four centuries ago, a British ambassador, Sir Henry Wotton, defined a diplomat as “an honest gentleman sent to lie abroad for the good of his country”. For the first time in our history, we have no Muslim Union minister, no Muslim government MP, no Muslim BJP MLA anywhere in India, and this exclusion does not surprise anyone. Beef lynching as …

Bangladesh Govt Committed to Safety and Security of Hindu Minorities: Minister
2 years, 1 month ago

Bangladesh Govt Committed to Safety and Security of Hindu Minorities: Minister

News 18  

Bangladesh Information Minister Hasan Mahmud Saturday said the Sheikh Hasina government is committed to the safety of its Hindu minorities and the peaceful Durga Puja celebrations in the country this year is a testimony to it. Mahamud, who is in the city to inaugurate Bangladesh Film Festival, said the Indo-Bangla relation is not dependent only on the Teesta water sharing …

Attack on Hindus in Bangladesh a well orchestrated conspiracy to uproot minorities: RSS
3 years, 1 month ago

Attack on Hindus in Bangladesh a well orchestrated conspiracy to uproot minorities: RSS

India TV News  

The RSS on Friday said that the recent attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh during the Durga Puja festivities was a "well-orchestrated" conspiracy to uproot minorities and called upon the Government of India to communicate to its neighbour, the global Hindu concern and ensure Dhaka stops the attacks on minorities. Briefing the media about the resolution passed in the three-day all …

Trouble in Bangladesh: On attacks against Hindus
3 years, 2 months ago

Trouble in Bangladesh: On attacks against Hindus

The Hindu  

The UN, the U.S. and India have condemned incidents of majoritarian violence against Bangladesh’s Hindu minority community during Durga Puja in the past few days. The mob violence appears to have begun in Comilla, in Chittagong district, where an image allegedly showing disrespect to the Koran was circulated, and resulted in several major mob attacks on Hindu temples and homes …

Bangladesh violence needs to stop: UN
3 years, 2 months ago

Bangladesh violence needs to stop: UN

The Hindu  

The attacks on minority Hindus in Bangladesh are against the values enshrined in its Constitution and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's government needs to ensure an impartial inquiry into the incidents, the UN said on Monday. The message from the top UN official based in Dhaka was prompted by a nearly week-long spell of communal violence targeting the minority Hindus during …

Killings along India-Bangladesh border because of crime: Jaishankar
3 years, 9 months ago

Killings along India-Bangladesh border because of crime: Jaishankar

The Hindu  

Criminal activities are responsible for the killings along the India-Bangladesh border, according to External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar. So our shared objective should be a no crime-no death border and I am sure if we can get it right, we can address this problem effectively,” said Mr. Jaishankar, adding that several of the reported deaths “are fairly deep inside India”. …

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