Vandalism, arson spread across Bangladesh as protesters attack houses of Awami League leaders
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Vandalism, arson spread across Bangladesh as protesters attack houses of Awami League leaders

Hindustan Times  

Dhaka, Protesters in Bangladesh have attacked, torched houses of leaders of Sheikh Hasina's Awami League across the country and murals of the country's founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman were demolished and defaced in nearly two dozen districts, according to media reports. Vandalism, arson spread across Bangladesh as protesters attack houses of Awami League leaders The unrest sparked after a live online address of Hasina. A fire has been set at the house of Awami League Presidium Member Sheikh Selim in Dhaka’s Banani on Friday. A day after the Dhanmondi-32 residence of Sheikh Mujib was torched and torn down, protesters attacked, ransacked, and set fire to the house of Obaidul Quader, general secretary of Awami League and former road, transport and bridges minister, in Noakhali's Companiganj, the Daily Star reported on Friday.

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How a Dhaka mob brought down the residence of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
1 month, 2 weeks ago

How a Dhaka mob brought down the residence of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman

The Hindu  

Fazlul Haque, a 63-year-old businessman from Narayanganj, travelled to Bangladesh’s capital Dhaka on the morning of February 6 to witness the demolition of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s residence at Dhanmondhi-32, which began the previous night. I have seen the wrongdoings of the Awami League for years, and I wanted to witness their downfall with the demolition of this house.” Not …

‘India Has No Role To Play’: MEA Summons Bangladesh Envoy After Dhaka Lodges Protest Over Sheikh Hasina’s Speech
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

‘India Has No Role To Play’: MEA Summons Bangladesh Envoy After Dhaka Lodges Protest Over Sheikh Hasina’s Speech

ABP News  

The Ministry of External Affairs on Friday summoned Bangladesh’s Acting High Commissioner to India, Md. These statements by Bangladesh are, in fact, responsible for the persistent negativity.” Jaiswal further stated, “Comments attributed to former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina have been made in her individual capacity in which India has no role to play. While the Government of India will make …

Bangladesh’s interim govt expresses concern over 'attempts of vandalism, arson' attacks
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Bangladesh’s interim govt expresses concern over 'attempts of vandalism, arson' attacks

The Hindu  

Bangladesh’s interim government of Professor Muhammad Yunus expressed its concern over “attempts of vandalism and arson” attacks nationwide, hours after it said deposed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s remarks caused unwanted demolition of the country’s founding father’s residence in Dhaka. Chief Adviser’s press wing released the statement hours after the interim government said the Wednesday demolition of Bangladesh’s founding father Sheikh …

Why a Bangladesh mob burned down home of independence icon Mujibur Rahman
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Why a Bangladesh mob burned down home of independence icon Mujibur Rahman

Al Jazeera  

The attack followed a controversial speech by removed former PM Sheikh Hasina, Rahman’s daughter, from exile in India, in which she tried to discredit the protest movement that brought her down. Dhaka, Bangladesh – Six months after a mass uprising toppled former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, a mob set the house of her late father and the country’s independence …

Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's legacy in flames, Bangladesh at a crossroads
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's legacy in flames, Bangladesh at a crossroads

India Today  

The streets of Bangladesh capital Dhaka descended into turmoil on the evening of February 5 as vandals targeted the iconic residence of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the country’s founding leader and late father of ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina. The sudden eruption of unrest had followed a widely circulated social media call for “bulldozer procession” ahead of Hasina’s scheduled virtual address …

Bangladesh’s interim govt expresses concern over 'attempts of vandalism, arson' attacks
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Bangladesh’s interim govt expresses concern over 'attempts of vandalism, arson' attacks

ABP News  

Dhaka, Feb 7, 2025 : Bangladesh’s interim government of Professor Muhammad Yunus expressed its concern over “attempts of vandalism and arson” attacks nationwide, hours after it said deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina’s remarks caused unwanted demolition of the country’s founding father’s residence in Dhaka. Chief Adviser Yunus’s press wing issued the latest statement on Thursday saying, “the interim government observes …

'Symbol Of Heroic Resistance Destroyed': India Condemns Vandalism Of Mujibur Rahman's Residence
1 month, 3 weeks ago

'Symbol Of Heroic Resistance Destroyed': India Condemns Vandalism Of Mujibur Rahman's Residence

ABP News  

India on Thursday condemned the destruction of Bangladesh's founding father Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's house after protestors vandalised and set fire to the Dhanmondi residence. "It is regrettable that the historic residence of Sheikh Mujibur Rehman, a symbol of the heroic resistance of the people of Bangladesh against the forces of occupation and oppression, was destroyed on February 5, 2025," Ministry …

India condemns attack on Bangladesh founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s residence: ‘Symbol of heroic resistance’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

India condemns attack on Bangladesh founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s residence: ‘Symbol of heroic resistance’

Hindustan Times  

The Ministry of External Affairs in India on Thursday condemned the destruction of Bangladesh founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's residence. Thousands of protesters set fire to the residence of Bangladesh founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman in Dhaka. Bangladesh's interim govt blames Sheikh Hasina Meanwhile, the interim government under Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus blamed deposed premier Sheikh Hasina's "provocative" speech for sparking "unintended …

Bangladesh protesters target homes of Awami League leaders in fresh wave of vandalism
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Bangladesh protesters target homes of Awami League leaders in fresh wave of vandalism

The Hindu  

Protesters in Bangladesh targeted the houses of several leaders of deposed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s Awami League and continued Thursday with the demolition of a memorial in Dhaka to the country’s founding leader Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. On Wednesday night, protesters rallied in front of Mujibur Rahman's house in the capital’s Dhanmondi area, now a memorial, following a social media call …

Mujibur Rahman's Dhaka Home Reduced To Ruins By Protestors, Awami League Leaders' Houses Vandalised
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Mujibur Rahman's Dhaka Home Reduced To Ruins By Protestors, Awami League Leaders' Houses Vandalised

ABP News  

Sheikh Hasina's father Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s three-story house at Dhanmondi 32 in Dhaka was largely demolished by Thursday morning as the bulldozing which began on Wednesday evening continued a night after protestors rallied in front of the building and tore it down following Hasina's live online address. Since then, protestors in Bangladesh have also demolished houses of leaders of the …

Mob demolishes Bangladesh founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s home in Dhaka
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Mob demolishes Bangladesh founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s home in Dhaka

Hindustan Times  

A massive mob, consisting mostly of students and youth activists, demolished the home of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the founding father of Bangladesh, in the heart of Dhaka on Thursday, and the arson and vandalism continued for hours without any effort by authorities to stop it. According to media reports, Hasnat Abdullah, convenor of the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement that led the …

Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s home set on fire by protesters during Hasina’s speech in Bangladesh
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s home set on fire by protesters during Hasina’s speech in Bangladesh

The Hindu  

A large group of protesters on Wednesday vandalised and set on fire Bangladesh founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s residence in Dhaka during a live online address of his daughter and deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina. Witnesses said several thousand people rallied in front of the house in the capital’s Dhanmondi area, which was earlier turned into a memorial museum, since early …

Bangladesh: Mob vandalises Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's residence in Dhaka
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Bangladesh: Mob vandalises Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's residence in Dhaka

Deccan Chronicle  

A mob vandalised the residence of Bangladesh's founding leader, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, in Dhaka on Wednesday evening, Dhaka Tribune reported. Visuals showed flames on one of the floors of the house.The protesters, reportedly demanding a ban on the Awami League, stormed the premises after breaking open the gate, causing widespread destruction, Dhaka Tribune reported, citing UNB.Local media linked the protest …

Bangladesh news: Irked by Sheikh Hasina’s speech, mob set Mujibur Rahman’s house on fire
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Bangladesh news: Irked by Sheikh Hasina’s speech, mob set Mujibur Rahman’s house on fire

Live Mint  

A mob vandalised the residence of Bangladesh's founding leader, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, in Dhaka on Wednesday evening, Dhaka Tribune reported. Multiple social media post called for a “Bulldozer Procession” towards Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's residence located at Dhanmondi-32 if Sheikh Hasina delivered a speech, as reported by Dhaka Tribune. The protesters, reportedly demanding a ban on the Awami League, stormed the …

Mob torches Bangladesh founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's house in Dhaka| Video
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Mob torches Bangladesh founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's house in Dhaka| Video

Hindustan Times  

A large group of protesters vandalised and set on fire Bangladesh founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's residence in Dhaka during a live online address of his daughter Sheikh Hasina. People watch as protesters use heavy machinery to demolish the residence of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman at Dhanmondi, in Dhaka, Bangladesh, early Thursday. According to a PTI report, several thousand people rallied in …

History takes its revenge: Sheikh Hasina after mob sets father's house ablaze
1 month, 3 weeks ago

History takes its revenge: Sheikh Hasina after mob sets father's house ablaze

India Today  

Bangladesh's ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina lashed out after hundreds of protesters set fire to her father Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's residence in Dhaka, saying that a "structure can be erased, but history cannot be wiped out". Hasina, who has been living in India since August 2024 when she fled Bangladesh following a massive student-led protest that toppled her Awami League’s …

Protesters Attack Mujibur Rahman’s Dhaka Residence, Set It Ablaze During Sheikh Hasina's Speech
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Protesters Attack Mujibur Rahman’s Dhaka Residence, Set It Ablaze During Sheikh Hasina's Speech

ABP News  

Bangladesh Protest: A violent attack was carried out on the historic residence of Bangladesh’s founding leader, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, at Dhanmondi-32 on Wednesday evening. #WATCH | Bangladesh | A mob vandalised Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s memorial and residence at Dhanmondi 32 in Dhaka, demanding a ban on the Awami League. pic.twitter.com/UodpJrDTgT — ANI February 5, 2025 Chanting slogans such as “Fashi …

Protesters set fire to Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's residence in Dhaka during Hasina's speech
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Protesters set fire to Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's residence in Dhaka during Hasina's speech

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: A large group of protesters on Wednesday vandalised and set on fire Bangladesh founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's residence in Dhaka during a live online address of his daughter and deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina. Witnesses said several thousand people rallied in front of the house at the capital's Dhanmondi area, which was earlier turned into a memorial museum, …

Protesters set fire to Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's residence in Dhaka during Hasina's speech
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Protesters set fire to Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's residence in Dhaka during Hasina's speech

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: A large group of protesters on Wednesday vandalised and set on fire Bangladesh founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's residence in Dhaka during a live online address of his daughter and deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina. Witnesses said several thousand people rallied in front of the house at the capital's Dhanmondi area, which was earlier turned into a memorial museum, …

Mob vandalises and sets fire to Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's house in Dhaka
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Mob vandalises and sets fire to Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's house in Dhaka

India Today  

A mob vandalised and set fire to the residence of Bangladesh's founding leader Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the father of deposed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, in Dhaka on Wednesday. Several protesters climbed to the second floor of the house and used hammers, crowbars and wooden planks to destroy Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's portrait and others on the property, according to The Dhaka …

Bangladesh news: Idols in three Hindu temples vandalised; one arrested
3 months ago

Bangladesh news: Idols in three Hindu temples vandalised; one arrested

Live Mint  

In fresh incidents, miscreants have vandalised eight idols in three Hindu temples in Bangladesh's Mymensingh and Dinajpur over two days, a media report said on Friday. ANI reported Abul Khayer, Officer in Charge of Haluaghat Police Station under Northern Mymensigh district, said, “We have arrested one person, Azharul for vandalizing Hindu idols in the Shakuai area. Miscreants on Thursday night …

Hindu temple, shops vandalised in Bangladesh after Facebook post sparks unrest
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3 months, 1 week ago

Hindu temple, shops vandalised in Bangladesh after Facebook post sparks unrest

India Today  

Bangladeshi authorities on Saturday arrested four individuals in connection with the vandalism of a Hindu temple, along with houses and shops belonging to the Hindu community, in Sunamganj district earlier this month. The ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on August 5, following a student-led protest, and the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus have reportedly strained relations between …

Bangladesh: 4 arrested for vandalising Hindu temple, arson at homes
3 months, 1 week ago

Bangladesh: 4 arrested for vandalising Hindu temple, arson at homes

Hindustan Times  

Bangladesh police on Saturday arrested four people for vandalising a Hindu temple and arson of houses and shops in Sunamganj district's Doarabazar area earlier this month, news agency PTI reported. Attacks allegedly targeting the members of Hindu community and recent arrest of Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das have led to strained bilateral relations between India and Bangladesh Arrested individuals are …

Another Hindu temple in Bangladesh set on fire, raising concerns over safety of minorities, complaint filed
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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Another Hindu temple in Bangladesh set on fire, raising concerns over safety of minorities, complaint filed

India TV News  

In a disturbing development, amid reports of escalating violence against religious minorities and their places of worship in Bangladesh, another Hindu temple was allegedly set on fire in the outskirts of Dhaka. The attack on the ISKCON temple has raised alarm within the Hindu community, particularly after the recent arrest of Hindu priest Chinmoy Krishna Das in Chittagong in October. …

Bangladesh students attack women, Awami League workers as they foil Dhaka protest
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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Bangladesh students attack women, Awami League workers as they foil Dhaka protest

India Today  

Bangladesh's capital, Dhaka, witnessed violent scenes on Sunday as student groups and pro-government outfits opposed a protest announced by former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's party, the Awami League. Several Awami League workers were attacked across the city by the student groups that had played a crucial role in the downfall of the previous government. The students blocked Awami League members …

Mob violence in Bangladesh after Hasina’s ouster stirs fear within the country’s Hindu minority
7 months, 1 week ago

Mob violence in Bangladesh after Hasina’s ouster stirs fear within the country’s Hindu minority

LA Times  

When a mass uprising forced Bangladesh’s longtime prime minister to step down and flee the country last week, a 65-year-old retired auditor who had worked for her political party feared for his life. Since Hasina was ousted on Aug. 5, there have been hundreds of attacks against Hindus and other religious minorities across much of the country, according to the …

Sheikh Hasina Supporters Attacked In Dhaka On 'Bangabandhu' Mujibur Rahman's Death Anniversary
7 months, 1 week ago

Sheikh Hasina Supporters Attacked In Dhaka On 'Bangabandhu' Mujibur Rahman's Death Anniversary

ABP News  

Supporters of Sheikh Hasina's Awami League were attacked by supporters in Dhaka on Thursday as the party was scheduled to take out a march on the 49th anniversary of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. Students and the general public in Bangladesh occupied Dhanmondi 32 since the early hours of Thursday to prevent the Awami League from taking out a march to pay …

The spasm of violence in Bangladesh after Hasina's ouster stirs fear within country's Hindu minority
7 months, 2 weeks ago

The spasm of violence in Bangladesh after Hasina's ouster stirs fear within country's Hindu minority

The Independent  

Get Nadine White's Race Report newsletter for a fresh perspective on the week's news Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. In the week since Hasina was ousted on Aug 5, there have …

‘India Stands With Bangladesh But...’: Shashi Tharoor Calls For Swift Action After 'Disgraceful' Attacks On Temples, Hindu Homes
7 months, 2 weeks ago

‘India Stands With Bangladesh But...’: Shashi Tharoor Calls For Swift Action After 'Disgraceful' Attacks On Temples, Hindu Homes

ABP News  

New Delhi, Aug 12 Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Monday urged Bangladesh's interim government to take urgent steps to restore law and order in the interest of all Bangladeshis of every faith, as he termed as "disgraceful" the attacks on the Indian cultural centre, temples and Hindu homes there. Former minister of state for external affairs Tharoor shared on …

Bangladesh Crisis: Violence Against Hindus in Bangladesh Escalates, Watch Report | ABP News
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Bangladesh Crisis: Violence Against Hindus in Bangladesh Escalates, Watch Report | ABP News

ABP News  

After Sheikh Hasina left the country, Bangladesh witnessed a surge of violence, with the Hindu community bearing the brunt of the unrest. Amidst this chaos, hundreds of members of the Hindu community took to the streets of Dhaka on Saturday to protest against the atrocities. They also expressed their anger towards members of civil society for remaining silent during the …

Bangladesh Crisis: Communal Violence On Hindus Takes Ugly Turn In Bangladesh | ABP News
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Bangladesh Crisis: Communal Violence On Hindus Takes Ugly Turn In Bangladesh | ABP News

ABP News  

After Sheikh Hasina left the country, Bangladesh witnessed a surge of violence, with the Hindu community bearing the brunt of the unrest. Amidst this chaos, hundreds of members of the Hindu community took to the streets of Dhaka on Saturday to protest against the atrocities. They also expressed their anger towards members of civil society for remaining silent during the …

Bangladesh: Hindus Stage Massive Protests In Dhaka, Chattagram Demanding Protection Amid Violence
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Bangladesh: Hindus Stage Massive Protests In Dhaka, Chattagram Demanding Protection Amid Violence

ABP News  

Thousands of members of the minority Hindu community staged large-scale protest rallies in Bangladesh's capital, Dhaka, and the north-eastern port city of Chattagram on Saturday. সংখ্যালঘু সম্প্রদায়ের ওপর হামলার প্রতিবাদে শাহবাগে বিক্ষোভ স্টার নিউজবাইটস দেশের বিভিন্ন জেলায় সংখ্যালঘু সম্প্রদায়ের ওপর হামলা, বসতভিটা ভাঙচুর ও অগ্নিসংযোগের প্রতিবাদে রাজধানীর শাহবাগে বিক্ষোভ সমাবেশ করেন বিভিন্ন সংগঠনের ব্যনারে ছাত্র-জনতা। শুক্রবার বিকেলে এই বিক্ষোভ শুরু… …

RSS-linked group protests outside Bangladesh High Commission after Hindu homes attacked
7 months, 2 weeks ago

RSS-linked group protests outside Bangladesh High Commission after Hindu homes attacked

Hindustan Times  

The Hindu Jagran Manch, an RSS-affiliated activist group, protested outside the Bangladesh High Commission in Kolkata in the wake of attacks on the Hindu communities in Bangladesh, amid political unrest. Hindu Jagran Manch, has been protesting outside the Bangladesh high commission office in Kolkata, in response to attacks on minorities, including Hindus, in Bangladesh after the resignation of Sheikh Hasina …

The day after in Dhaka: Young people replace police in Bangladesh capital
7 months, 3 weeks ago

The day after in Dhaka: Young people replace police in Bangladesh capital

Al Jazeera  

The city’s streets, now under the care of civilian traffic cops and property guards, tell a story of overnight destruction. “Otherwise, the situation will spiral out of control.” ‘We will leave no trace of the Awami League’ On Tuesday morning, the talk of the town was who would head the interim government. However, in the upscale Dhanmondi area, crowds continued …

Bangladesh protests: Death count rises to 440 as fall of Sheikh Hasina govt leaves country in chaos
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Bangladesh protests: Death count rises to 440 as fall of Sheikh Hasina govt leaves country in chaos

India TV News  

Bangladesh turmoil: The death count from ongoing anti-government protests in Bangladesh surged to 440 on Tuesday, with an additional 100 fatalities reported following Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s departure from the country, according to local media. The clashes between protesters demanding Hasina's resignation over the quota system in government jobs and the ruling Awami League supporters in different parts of Bangladesh …

Bangladesh Crisis: Violent mob storms inside Parliament, indulges in vandalism after ouster of PM Sheikh Hasina
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Bangladesh Crisis: Violent mob storms inside Parliament, indulges in vandalism after ouster of PM Sheikh Hasina

Op India  

On Monday, chaotic scenes from Bangladesh inundated social media as thousands of violent protesters stormed the country’s Parliament building. pic.twitter.com/oetHT9zVTE — Anand Ranganathan August 5, 2024 Earlier, mobs rampaged Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s official residence, Ganabhaban, in Dhaka, moments after they forcibly ousted elected PM Sheikh Hasina and forced her to flee the country for her safety. Mobs have entered …

Bangladesh crisis: Viral video shows protesters inside Sheikh Hasina's bedroom | Watch
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Bangladesh crisis: Viral video shows protesters inside Sheikh Hasina's bedroom | Watch

Hindustan Times  

Amid violent protests in Bangladesh, hundreds of protesters stormed the Prime Minister's palace in Dhaka soon after Sheikh Hasina resigned as the PM and fled the country. A protestor seen lying on the bed inside Sheikh Hasina's official residence Photos and videos of protesters going inside the PM palace surfaced on social media, with one video clip showing a protester …

Bangladesh protesters storm Sheikh Hasina's residence, loot chicken, fish and…
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Bangladesh protesters storm Sheikh Hasina's residence, loot chicken, fish and…

Hindustan Times  

Hundreds of Bangladeshi protesters stormed into Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's official residence as the leader's whereabouts were unknown, after demonstrators defied a military curfew to march in the capital Dhaka. The place storm at Sheikh Hasina's official residence comes following weeks of violent demonstrations and clashes with security forces. The protests began peacefully in late June, as students sought an …

Nearly 100 killed, several injured in clashes between protesters and ruling party supporters in Bangladesh
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Nearly 100 killed, several injured in clashes between protesters and ruling party supporters in Bangladesh

New Indian Express  

Asif Mahmud, one of the key leaders in the nationwide civil disobedience campaign, called on supporters to march on the capital on Monday. "There were clashes between students and the ruling party men," police inspector Al Helal told AFP, saying two young men were killed in Dhaka's Munshiganj district. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Hasina said that those engaging in "sabotage" across …

Nearly 100 killed, several injured in clashes between protesters and ruling party supporters in Bangladesh
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Nearly 100 killed, several injured in clashes between protesters and ruling party supporters in Bangladesh

New Indian Express  

Asif Mahmud, one of the key leaders in the nationwide civil disobedience campaign, called on supporters to march on the capital on Monday. "There were clashes between students and the ruling party men," police inspector Al Helal told AFP, saying two young men were killed in Dhaka's Munshiganj district. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Hasina said that those engaging in "sabotage" across …

Chaos in Bangladesh as student protesters set state TV headquarters on fire with 'many people' trapped inside as deadly anti-government riots spiral out of control
8 months, 1 week ago

Chaos in Bangladesh as student protesters set state TV headquarters on fire with 'many people' trapped inside as deadly anti-government riots spiral out of control

Daily Mail  

Thousands of student protesters have clashed with armed police during anti-government riots in Bangladesh, with around 22 people killed this week amid a brutal crackdown. Fires have been lit in the streets of Dhaka as anti-quota protesters clash with the police A police officer is beaten by mob during a clash between anti-quota supporters, police and Awami League supporters at …

Bangladesh: Protesters set ablaze state TV headquarters, several trapped inside amid massive stir: Report
8 months, 1 week ago

Bangladesh: Protesters set ablaze state TV headquarters, several trapped inside amid massive stir: Report

India TV News  

In a dramatic escalation of civil unrest, protesters in Bangladesh set fire to the headquarters of the state television network, trapping numerous individuals inside the blazing building on Thursday. The latest development came as thousands of students armed with sticks and rocks clashed with armed police in Dhaka on Thursday as the Bangladesh authorities cut some mobile internet services to …

Bangladesh: How Islamists attacked temples, gang-raped Hindu women during Ram Janmabhoomi movement
1 year, 2 months ago

Bangladesh: How Islamists attacked temples, gang-raped Hindu women during Ram Janmabhoomi movement

Op India  

The long-standing Ram Janmabhoomi movement has reached its pinnacle as the consecration ceremony of the majestic Ram Mandir in Ayodhya is just two days away. In the neighbouring country of Bangladesh, the minority Hindu community was subjected to inhuman atrocities after the disputed structure in Ayodhya was razed to the ground on 6th December 1992. According to the Human Rights …

Bangladesh: Islamists attack Ahmadiyyas, torch houses, 2 dead
2 years ago

Bangladesh: Islamists attack Ahmadiyyas, torch houses, 2 dead

Op India  

On Friday, Islamists attacked the minority Ahmadiyya community after the latter announced plans to hold a 3-day religious program. The Islamists also set a traffic police post on fire in Dhakkamara and ransacked vehicles belonging to Border Guard Bangladesh. إِنَّا ِلِلَّٰهِ وَإِنَّا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعُونَ pic.twitter.com/A2IwLZUPMB — Kashif N Chaudhry March 3, 2023 Police officer Abdul Latif Mia informed that the …

Bangladesh communal violence: 71 cases filed, over 3,000 unidentified persons booked so far
3 years, 5 months ago

Bangladesh communal violence: 71 cases filed, over 3,000 unidentified persons booked so far

India TV News  

Amid escalating communal tension in Bangladesh, the police have said at least 10 cases have been filed in connection with attacks on minorities in the country. Attacks on Hindus and their temples have intensified in Bangladesh since last Wednesday after an alleged blasphemous post surfaced on social media during the Durga Puja celebrations. The communal attack in Hajiganj upazila of …

Bangladesh violence: Initiate action against those who attacked Hindus, Sheikh Hasina tells home minister
3 years, 5 months ago

Bangladesh violence: Initiate action against those who attacked Hindus, Sheikh Hasina tells home minister

Firstpost  

The Bangladesh Prime Minister also urged the people of the country not to trust anything on social media without fact-checking and asked the home ministry to remain vigilant Dhaka: Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Tuesday instructed her home minister to initiate immediate action against those who incited violence using religion as she asked the people not to trust anything …

Opinion | Why Hindu homes are being set on fire, temple vandalised again in Bangladesh?
3 years, 5 months ago

Opinion | Why Hindu homes are being set on fire, temple vandalised again in Bangladesh?

India TV News  

A sense of fear and gloom has gripped nearly 1.5 crore Hindus living in Bangladesh, after a 200-strong mob went on a rampage in a Hindu locality in Rangpur on Sunday night, setting fire to 29 houses, belonging to Hindu fishermen. The attacks on Hindus intensified after mobs vandalized Durga puja pandals and Hindu temples after a fake rumour was …

Bangladesh reported 3,721 attacks on minorities in past 9 years; 2021 deadliest year so far: Report
3 years, 5 months ago

Bangladesh reported 3,721 attacks on minorities in past 9 years; 2021 deadliest year so far: Report

India TV News  

Nearly 3,721 attacks on the Hindu community have been reported in Bangladesh in the last nine years, a rights group has informed. The data, which came from a prominent rights group, Ain o Salish Kendra, also stated that 2021 has so far been the deadliest year in the last five years, Dhaka Tribune reported. According to the rights group, around …

Bangladesh: After Feni, radical Islamists attack Hindus in Rangpur, torch their homes
3 years, 5 months ago

Bangladesh: After Feni, radical Islamists attack Hindus in Rangpur, torch their homes

Op India  

The radical Islamists in Bangladesh have continued their violence against the minority Hindu community, for 5 days straight. In a tweet, Bangladesh Hindu Unity Council informed, “At present Hindus are being attacked in Pirganj of Rangpur. If this continues, it will be difficult for Hindus to survive in Bangladesh.” Thousands of local jihadi groups have set fire to and looted …

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