Thousands Rally in Bangladesh to Demand Protection from Attacks and Harassment
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Thousands Rally in Bangladesh to Demand Protection from Attacks and Harassment

Associated Press  

Tens of thousands of Hindus rallied in Bangladesh to demand protection from attacks and harassment. The rally comes in the wake of a wave of attacks against Hindus since early August when the secular government of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was overthrown and Hasina fled the country following a student-led uprising.

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2,200 cases of violence against Hindus in Bangladesh, 112 in Pakistan: Government
3 days, 19 hours ago

2,200 cases of violence against Hindus in Bangladesh, 112 in Pakistan: Government

India Today  

The Ministry of External Affairs on Friday revealed that as many as 2,200 cases of violence against Hindus took place in Bangladesh in the year 2024, especially after the Sheikh Hasina-led Awami League government collapsed in the neighbouring country. Submitting the data in Rajya Sabha, MEA said that it has written to both Bangladesh and Pakistan, asking the respective governments …

'Sanction those behind heinous acts against minorities in Bangladesh': US lawmakers over attacks on Hindus
4 days, 19 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 …

Hindu temple, shops vandalised in Bangladesh after Facebook post sparks unrest
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1 week, 1 day 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 …

Time has come for U.S. Congress to act on Bangladesh: Congressman Thanedar
1 week, 2 days ago

Time has come for U.S. Congress to act on Bangladesh: Congressman Thanedar

The Hindu  

Raising the issue of attacks on minority Hindus in Bangladesh, Indian-American Congressman Shri Thanedar has said that the time has come for the U.S. Congress to act. "The crowds of the majority have destroyed Hindu temples, Hindu deities and Hindus who are practising their religion in peace," Mr. Thanedar said on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives on …

Uddhav Thackeray questions PM Modi over safety of Hindus in Bangladesh; BJP hits back
Top News
1 week, 3 days ago

Uddhav Thackeray questions PM Modi over safety of Hindus in Bangladesh; BJP hits back

The Hindu  

Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray on Friday said the Bharatiya Janata Party uses its Hindutva agenda only for “electoral purposes”. In a post on X, Mr. Aaditya Thackeray said, “Uddhav Thackeray ji today raised questions about the Union Government and Prime Minister’s silence on the attacks faced by Hindus in Bangladesh. Just like with Manipur violence, which is in our …

Supporters of Bangladesh Nationalist Party hold protest march as tensions continue with India
1 week, 5 days ago

Supporters of Bangladesh Nationalist Party hold protest march as tensions continue with India

Associated Press  

DHAKA, Bangladesh — Thousands of members of youth and student bodies belonging to the Bangladesh Nationalist Party on Wednesday held a road march procession from Bangladesh’s capital toward its eastern border with India to protest against an attack on a diplomatic mission earlier this month and alleged desecration of Bangladeshi flags in India. Wednesday’s protest came two days after the …

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 …

88 incidents of attacks on minorities, primarily Hindus, after Sheikh Hasina’s ouster, confirms Bangladesh
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1 week, 5 days ago

88 incidents of attacks on minorities, primarily Hindus, after Sheikh Hasina’s ouster, confirms Bangladesh

Live Mint  

The interim government of Bangladesh on Tuesday, December 10, acknowledged that there have been 88 incidents of communal violence against the minorities, primarily Hindus, after the ouster of then Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Interim government head Muhammad Yunus’ press secretary Shafiqul Alam also said that 70 people have been arrested in those incidents. A total of 88 cases have been …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Rallies condemn atrocities against minorities in B’desh
1 week, 6 days ago

Rallies condemn atrocities against minorities in B’desh

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: On the occasion of Human Rights Day on Monday, Sakal Hindu Samaj and other Hindu and Buddhist outfits organised marches in several cities across Maharashtra to protest against atrocities on minorities in Bangladesh. Prominent BJP leaders and Hindu priests participated in the marches and urged the interim government in Bangladesh headed by Muhammad Yunus to take strict action against …

Protests in Indian capital over reported attacks on religious minorities in Bangladesh
1 week, 6 days ago

Protests in Indian capital over reported attacks on religious minorities in Bangladesh

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. Read our privacy policy Hundreds of protesters rallied near the Bangladesh diplomatic …

Hundreds protest in New Delhi against reported attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh
1 week, 6 days ago

Hundreds protest in New Delhi against reported attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh

Associated Press  

NEW DELHI — Hundreds of protesters rallied near the Bangladesh diplomatic mission in the Indian capital on Tuesday, pressing for an end to reported attacks on Hindus and other minorities in Bangladesh after former premier Sheikh Hasina fled into exile in India in August. Hindu holy men and others shout slogans condemning reported attacks on Hindu and other minorities in …

Attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh: Protest march held from White House to U.S. Capitol
1 week, 6 days ago

Attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh: Protest march held from White House to U.S. Capitol

The Hindu  

A large number of Indian Americans held a march from the White House to the U.S. Capitol over attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh. Raising slogans such as “We want Justice” and “Protect Hindus” the peaceful demonstrators urged the Joe Biden administration and the incoming Donald Trump administration to ask the new government in Bangladesh to take steps to protect Hindus …

Bangladesh and India hold talks to repair strained relations
2 weeks ago

Bangladesh and India hold talks to repair strained relations

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Indian foreign secretary Vikram Misra was holding the daylong …

Supporters of Bangladesh Nationalist Party march in protest at attacks in India
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Supporters of Bangladesh Nationalist Party march in protest at attacks in India

Associated Press  

DHAKA, Bangladesh — Thousands of members of three youth and student bodies belonging to the Bangladesh Nationalist Party marched toward the Indian High Commission in the country’s capital on Sunday to denounce attacks on a diplomatic mission and alleged desecration of Bangladeshi flags in India. It will be the first high-profile diplomatic visit by an Indian official since the fall …

Video: Bangladeshi sarees burned in Kolkata to protest against attacks on Hindus
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Video: Bangladeshi sarees burned in Kolkata to protest against attacks on Hindus

India Today  

Bangladesh-made Dhakai Jamdani sarees were set on fire by a group of protesters in West Bengal's Kolkata on Sunday mark their anger against the ongoing atrocities against Hindus in the neighbourning country. Hundreds of people joined the different protest rallies organised by Hindu groups in Kolkata, Kanthi, Kakdwip, Sandeshkhali and Purulia, calling for the immediate release of Hindu leader Chinmoy …

Protests in Noida, Ghaziabad over anti-Hindu violence in Bangladesh
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Protests in Noida, Ghaziabad over anti-Hindu violence in Bangladesh

India Today  

Two separate protests were held on Sunday in Noida and Ghaziabad against the violence targeting Hindus in Bangladesh, joined by BJP leaders and Hindu organisations. In Ghaziabad, BJP leader and Supreme Court lawyer Ashwini Upadhyay addressed the gathering, accusing human rights organisations of turning a blind eye to the situation in Bangladesh. The Hindu Samaj Raksha Samiti, which took part …

Hindus attacked, Islamism on rise: How Bangladesh is disparaging the legacy of its own founder
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Hindus attacked, Islamism on rise: How Bangladesh is disparaging the legacy of its own founder

Firstpost  

The attacks on minorities and rising Islamist fundamentalism are a deep betrayal, reflecting a dangerous drift away from Mujibur Rahman’s ideas and the very values that once shaped the Bangladeshi freedom struggle As per media reports, Bangladesh is set to remove the image of the country’s founding father, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, affectionately known as ‘Bangabandhu’, from its currency notes. Amidst …

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 …

Amid Iskcon-Bangladesh tension, Yunus meets religious leaders: ‘Not enemies despite differences’
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Amid Iskcon-Bangladesh tension, Yunus meets religious leaders: ‘Not enemies despite differences’

Firstpost  

Bangladesh interim-government head Muhammad Yunus met religious leaders in his country and said, ‘If any incident of attack on minorities takes place in the country, information must be collected immediately and the perpetrators must be brought to justice’ Tension escalated between India and Bangladesh following the arrest of Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari and reports of increasing attacks on …

Ambedkar Mahasabha urges Modi govt to act on atrocities in Bangladesh
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Ambedkar Mahasabha urges Modi govt to act on atrocities in Bangladesh

Hindustan Times  

Lalji Nirmal, president of the Ambedkar Mahasabha and BJP MLC, here on Tuesday urged the Modi government to intervene in the ongoing atrocities against Hindus and other minorities in Bangladesh. The Ambedkar Mahasabha has proposed the creation of an organisation to mobilise resources and extend support to Hindus in Bangladesh Expressing concern over the violence against the Hindu community, Nirmal …

From US to UK, how countries are reacting to attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh
2 weeks, 5 days ago

From US to UK, how countries are reacting to attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh

Firstpost  

Tensions between India and Bangladesh have been escalating ever since Sheikh Hasina’s ouster. “This is a moment of existential threat not only for the minorities of Bangladesh but for the entire country,” he said, criticising the Biden administration for “not paying more attention.” When asked about the West’s “silence” on violence against religious minorities in Bangladesh, Moore said that when …

Bangladesh summons Indian envoy, protests continue in Tripura, West Bengal
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Bangladesh summons Indian envoy, protests continue in Tripura, West Bengal

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI: Dhaka on Tuesday summoned the Indian envoy to protest the storming of its consulate in Agartala even as protests continued in several states bordering Bangladesh over the targeting of minority communities and arrest of monk Chinmoy Krishna Das. Indian high commissioner Pranay Verma was summoned to the foreign ministry in Dhaka, where he met Bangladesh’s acting foreign secretary …

Bangladesh: Muhammad Yunus govt claims Hindu more protected under interim rule, denies deliberate targeting on ISKCON
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Bangladesh: Muhammad Yunus govt claims Hindu more protected under interim rule, denies deliberate targeting on ISKCON

Op India  

On Tuesday, 3rd December, a senior Bangladeshi government official claimed that the minority Hindu community was more protected in Bangladesh under the rule of the interim government than they were during the administration of deposed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. In an exclusive interview with India Today, Shafiqul Alam, the press secretary of the Muhammad Yunus government, claimed that Indian media …

Indian police arrest seven for breaking into Bangladesh consulate
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2 weeks, 6 days ago

Indian police arrest seven for breaking into Bangladesh consulate

Hindustan Times  

GUWAHATI, India, - Police in India's northeastern state of Tripura arrested seven members of a Hindu group and charged them with breaking into the Bangladesh consulate and vandalising property, a police officer said on Tuesday. Indian police arrest seven for breaking into Bangladesh consulate The move came hours after Muslim-majority Bangladesh called for immediate action against protesters who broke into …

"Public Property Or Public Servants Should Not Be Attacked During Protests On Bangladesh Issue": Calcutta High Court Warns Organisers
2 weeks, 6 days ago

"Public Property Or Public Servants Should Not Be Attacked During Protests On Bangladesh Issue": Calcutta High Court Warns Organisers

Live Law  

The Calcutta High Court on Tuesday allowed permission for a rally to go ahead in Kolkata, protesting against the alleged atrocities taking place against Hindus in Bangladesh on 5th December.While granting permission for the rally, Justice Tirthankar Ghosh orally warned the petitioners' counsel that no vandalism or attacks should take place against public property or public servants at. The Calcutta …

7 arrested, action against 4 cops over security breach at Bangladesh mission in Tripura – Firstpost
2 weeks, 6 days ago

7 arrested, action against 4 cops over security breach at Bangladesh mission in Tripura – Firstpost

Firstpost  

Seven people have been arrested and action, including suspension, has been taken after the security breach at Bangladesh Assistant High Commission in Tripura’s Agartala on Monday Security enhanced after protesters broke out police barricades during a protest against atrocities on minorities in Bangladesh, at the Assistant High Commission in Agartala on December 2, 2024. Seven people have been arrested and …

India promises to beef up security after mob attacks Bangladeshi consulate amid escalating tensions
2 weeks, 6 days ago

India promises to beef up security after mob attacks Bangladeshi consulate amid escalating tensions

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The intruders vandalised property and desecrated the Bangladesh national …

British MPs raise concern over violence against Hindus in Bangladesh
2 weeks, 6 days ago

British MPs raise concern over violence against Hindus in Bangladesh

Deccan Chronicle  

The violence against Hindus in Bangladesh has intensified in recent weeks, with reports of attacks on temples, homes, and individuals. "The international community must speak out against the persecution of religious minorities in Bangladesh," Patel said in Parliament. They also demanded that the UK government press Bangladesh to take immediate steps to protect its Hindu population and ensure the safety …

‘Deeply concerned’ Priti Patel, other MPs seek UK govt's statement over attacks on Bangladeshi Hindus
2 weeks, 6 days ago

‘Deeply concerned’ Priti Patel, other MPs seek UK govt's statement over attacks on Bangladeshi Hindus

Hindustan Times  

Amid the violence against the minority Hindu community in Bangladesh, two British MPs, including Indian-origin former home secretary Priti Patel, raised the issue in the UK Parliament on Monday, and demanded a statement from foreign secretary David Lammy on the situation in the Muslim-majority Asian nation. “I am deeply concerned by the awful violence we have seen in Bangladesh, and …

Protests in Mumbai over arrest of ISKCON priest, attack on Hindus in Bangladesh
3 weeks ago

Protests in Mumbai over arrest of ISKCON priest, attack on Hindus in Bangladesh

The Hindu  

Hundreds of protesters, including members of right-wing groups such as the Vishva Hindu Parishad, gathered outside the Bangladesh Deputy High Commission in Mumbai on Monday, demanding the immediate release of ISKCON priest Chinmoy Krishna Das, who was recently detained in the neighbouring country. The protesters, led by religious leaders and activists, voiced concerns over what they described as “targeted attacks …

Salil Tripathi of 'The Caravan' exposes his hypocrisy while trying to silence criticism of anti-Hindu attacks in Bangladesh
3 weeks ago

Salil Tripathi of 'The Caravan' exposes his hypocrisy while trying to silence criticism of anti-Hindu attacks in Bangladesh

Op India  

Salil Tripathi, the contributing editor at the leftist propaganda magazine ‘The Caravan’, had attempted to silence those speaking on the plight of Hindus who are left at the mercy of violent Muslim mobs in Bangladesh. The contributing editor at ‘The Caravan’ thus sought to deviate public discourse over the role of violent Muslim mobs in endangering the lives of Hindus …

Rallies in Bengal demand release of arrested Hindu leader in Bangladesh
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Rallies in Bengal demand release of arrested Hindu leader in Bangladesh

Deccan Chronicle  

Kolkata: Several organisations took out rallies in different parts of West Bengal on Sunday to protest against atrocities on minorities in Bangladesh and demanded immediate release of Hindu leader Chinmoy Krishna Das in the neighbouring country. "There will be large-scale protests across Bengal if arrested Hindu leader Chinmoy Krishna Das is not released immediately by the Bangladesh government. Meanwhile, preparations …

No Systematic Attack On Minorities, Chinmoy Das' Arrest 'Misconstrued': Bangladesh Tells UN Forum
3 weeks, 2 days ago

No Systematic Attack On Minorities, Chinmoy Das' Arrest 'Misconstrued': Bangladesh Tells UN Forum

ABP News  

The arrest of a Hindu leader in Dhaka has been “misconstrued” and he was arrested on specific charges, Bangladesh has told a UN forum on minority issues, claiming that there has been no systematic attack on minorities in the country. A representative of the International Forum for Secular Bangladesh said that the situation right now in the country is “very …

‘Attacks, murders, looting…’: RSS slams atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh, seeks release of priest Chinmoy Das
Top News
3 weeks, 2 days ago

‘Attacks, murders, looting…’: RSS slams atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh, seeks release of priest Chinmoy Das

Live Mint  

The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh issued a statement on Saturday calling for an immediate end to atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh. “The attacks, murders, looting, arson, as well as inhuman atrocities by Islamic fundamentalists on Hindus, women and all other minorities in Bangladesh, are extremely worrying and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh condemns this. The missive also urged the Bangladesh government to …

RSS slams 'atrocities against Hindus' in Bangladesh, calls for Chinmoy Das' release
Top News
3 weeks, 2 days ago

RSS slams 'atrocities against Hindus' in Bangladesh, calls for Chinmoy Das' release

Hindustan Times  

The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh on Saturday said the atrocities being committed against Hindus and other religious minorities in Bangladesh were “alarming”. The right-wing Hindu organisation stated in light of the recent arrest of former ISKCON member Chinmoy Krishna Das in Dhaka and the violence that followed. The Sangh further termed Chinmoy Das' arrest as "unfair", calling upon the Bangladeshi government …

RSS issues statement calling for immediate halt to atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh
3 weeks, 2 days ago

RSS issues statement calling for immediate halt to atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh

Op India  

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh issued a statement calling for an immediate halt to the atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh. The RSS has appealed to the Bangladesh government to ensure the immediate cessation of violence against Hindus and to release Chinmoy Krishna Das from prison. Furthermore, the RSS urged the Indian government to continue its efforts to prevent the persecution of Hindus …

Bangladesh: Nine held over lawyer's murder linked to Hindu priest Chinmoy Das arrest
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Bangladesh: Nine held over lawyer's murder linked to Hindu priest Chinmoy Das arrest

India TV News  

In a significant development, at least nine people have been arrested in connection to the murder of a Bangladeshi lawyer during violence in the country's southeastern port city of Chattogram. According to the information released, the accused were part of a group of 46 people, mostly cleanliness workers belonging to the minority Hindu community, against whom the case has been …

Stop atrocities on Hindus immediately, release ISKCON monk from jail: RSS to Bangladesh interim govt
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Stop atrocities on Hindus immediately, release ISKCON monk from jail: RSS to Bangladesh interim govt

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh on Saturday appealed to the Bangladesh interim government to ensure the atrocities on the Hindus are stopped and ISKCON monk Chinmoy Krishna Das is released from jail immediately. RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale in a statement also appealed to the Indian government to continue its efforts to stop the atrocities on the Hindus and …

OPINION | Atrocities on Bangladesh Hindus: Does Yunus govt fear fundamentalists?
3 weeks, 2 days ago

OPINION | Atrocities on Bangladesh Hindus: Does Yunus govt fear fundamentalists?

India TV News  

Islamic fundamentalist groups, chanting anti-Hindu slogans, vandalized and threw brickbats at three Hindu temples, Santaneshwari Matri Temple, Shani Temple and Santaneshwari Kali Temple, in Chattogram city of Bangladesh on Friday. In Kolkata, Indian Secular Front workers staged a protest outside Bangladesh Deputy High Commission demanding a stop to atrocities on Hindus. In Indian Parliament, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, in …

Bangladesh says its flag burnt in Kolkata during protest over Hindu monk's arrest
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Bangladesh says its flag burnt in Kolkata during protest over Hindu monk's arrest

India Today  

Bangladesh has strongly condemned the violent protest outside its Deputy High Commission in Kolkata, India, during which the Bangladeshi national flag was reportedly set on fire, along with an effigy of interim government chief Muhammad Yunus. The incident occurred on Thursday during a rally organised by the Bongio Hindu Jagaran Manch, a Hindu group protesting alleged attacks on Hindus and …

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 …

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 …

No protests for Bangladeshi Hindus a matter of concern: Kangana Ranuat
3 weeks, 3 days ago

No protests for Bangladeshi Hindus a matter of concern: Kangana Ranuat

India Today  

BJP MP Kangana Ranaut expressed concern over the plight of minority communities, including Hindus in Bangladesh. "There are no protests against atrocities faced by Hindus in Bangladesh here, there is no campaign on social media like all eyes on Bangladesh," she said. The Ministry of External Affairs on Friday criticised Bangladesh for the rising targeted attacks on Hindus, asserting that …

Not media exaggeration: India on surge in attacks against Bangladeshi Hindus
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Not media exaggeration: India on surge in attacks against Bangladeshi Hindus

India Today  

The Ministry of External Affairs on Friday attacked Bangladesh over targeted attacks on Hindus, saying the increasing incidents of violence against minorities cannot merely be dismissed as "media exaggerations". "India has consistently and strongly raised with the Bangladesh government the threats and targeted attacks on Hindus and other minorities. Earlier this week, Bangladesh called India's charges "unfounded" while saying they …

Persecution not acceptable: British MP on arrest of Hindu monk in Bangladesh
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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Persecution not acceptable: British MP on arrest of Hindu monk in Bangladesh

India Today  

British Conservative MP Bob Blackman strongly condemned the atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh and the arrest of Iskcon priest Chinmoy Krishna Das, stating that such persecution of religious minorities is unacceptable. Blackman pointed to an attempt in the Bangladesh High Court to ban Iskcon, describing it as "a direct attack on Hindus", and urging intervention from the Keir Starmer-led British …

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 …

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