Sikh leaders call for 'peace' after vandalism of Hindu temple in Western Sydney
1 year, 7 months ago

Sikh leaders call for 'peace' after vandalism of Hindu temple in Western Sydney

ABC  

Members of the Sikh community have condemned vandalism on a Hindu temple in Sydney's west, as tensions rise between the religious groups. Key points: Police have appealed for information after a Hindu temple in Sydney's west was vandalised Leaders in the Sikh community have called for the "full force of the law" to be brought on offenders Tensions have been raised in India over a non-binding referendum for an independent Sikh state The BAPS Swaminarayan Hindu Temple in Rosehill near Parramatta had the words "Declare Modi terrorist" spray painted on the temple wall. Community leaders hope tensions between the Sikh and Hindu religious groups will abate ahead of India Prime Minister Narendra Modi's arrival in Sydney for the Quad leaders' summit on May 24. At a joint press conference with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in March, Mr Modi said he was aware of the Hindu temple vandalism.

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India's Jaishankar Denies Canada's Allegations of Targeting Sikh Separatists, but Tensions Remain
1 month, 2 weeks ago

India's Jaishankar Denies Canada's Allegations of Targeting Sikh Separatists, but Tensions Remain

The Hindu  

Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar expressed deep concern over the vandalism of two Hindu temples in Canada. The incident, which happened weeks after Canada expelled six Indian diplomats, linked to the killing of a Sikh separatist leader in 2023, has heightened tensions between Canada and India.

PM Modi in Australia brings up issue of attacks on Temples: Details
1 year, 7 months ago

PM Modi in Australia brings up issue of attacks on Temples: Details

Op India  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi who is on a three-day visit to Australia, on Wednesday raised the issue of attacks on temples in the country and said that Prime Minister Anthony Albanese had assured to take “strict actions against such elements in the future.” During a joint address with his Australian counterpart Albanese, PM Modi said, “PM Anthony Albanese and I …

Australia: 6th Hindu temple attacked, this time they write ‘Declare Modi Terrorist (BBC)’ on walls of BAPS Swaminarayan Temple, hang Khalistani flag on gate
1 year, 7 months ago

Australia: 6th Hindu temple attacked, this time they write ‘Declare Modi Terrorist (BBC)’ on walls of BAPS Swaminarayan Temple, hang Khalistani flag on gate

Op India  

On Friday, the Khalistani supporters attacked another Hindu temple in Western Sydney’s Rosehill suburb of Australia. The supporters vandalized the BAPS Swaminarayan temple and wrote “Declare Modi Terrorist ” on the walls of the temple. This comes almost two months after the Khalistani vandalized the historic Shri Shiva Vishnu Temple in Carrum Downs and wrote anti-Hindu and anti-India slogans on …

Fifth Hindu temple vandalised in Australia by Khalistani supporters, anti-India slogans sprayed with graffiti
1 year, 7 months ago

Fifth Hindu temple vandalised in Australia by Khalistani supporters, anti-India slogans sprayed with graffiti

Firstpost  

Another Hindu temple, BAPS Swaminarayan temple, has been vandalised by Khalistani supporters in Australia in the early hours of Friday. The management of the BAPS Swaminarayan temple in Western Sydney’s Rosehill suburb, where the act of vandalism took place, reported the incident to the police. Hindu temples vandalised in Australia In 12 January, BAPS Swaminarayan Temple in the Mill park …

Indian PM Modi raises ‘unfortunate’ vandalism of Hindu temple with Australian counterpart Albanese
1 year, 9 months ago

Indian PM Modi raises ‘unfortunate’ vandalism of Hindu temple with Australian counterpart Albanese

The Independent  

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Another Hindu temple vandalised by pro-Khalistan supporters in Australia
1 year, 9 months ago

Another Hindu temple vandalised by pro-Khalistan supporters in Australia

Deccan Chronicle  

MELBOURNE: A prominent Hindu temple in Brisbane was attacked by pro-Khalistan supporters on Saturday, in the latest incident of vandalism against Hindu temples in Australia. “We have informed the Queensland police officers, and they assured to ensure the safety of Temple and devotees.” Sarah Gates, director of Hindu Human Rights, said that the latest hate crime is an attempt to …

Australia: Khalistan supporters vandalise, deface walls of Hindu temple in Brisbane
1 year, 9 months ago

Australia: Khalistan supporters vandalise, deface walls of Hindu temple in Brisbane

India TV News  

In a growing list of hate crimes against Hindus, a temple in Australia's Brisbane was targeted by Pro-Khalistani supporters on Saturday. Earlier in January, Shri Shiva Vishnu Temple in Australia's Carrum Downs was vandalised with anti-Hindu graffiti. The act came to notice on January 16 after temple devotees came for 'darshan' amid the three-day long "Thai Pongal" festival which was …

Need for vigilance against 'radical activities' targeting the Indian community in Australia, says Jaishankar
1 year, 10 months ago

Need for vigilance against 'radical activities' targeting the Indian community in Australia, says Jaishankar

The Hindu  

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on February 18, 2023 emphasised the need for vigilance against "radical activities" targeting the Indian community in Australia in the wake of vandalism of Hindu temples in the country by Khalistani supporters. Emphasized the need for vigilance against radical activities targeting the Indian community," Mr. Jaishankar tweeted after the meeting. pic.twitter.com/72GU97UVhK — Dr. S. Jaishankar …

India takes up violence by Khalistan elements and vandalisation of temple with Australia
1 year, 10 months ago

India takes up violence by Khalistan elements and vandalisation of temple with Australia

The Hindu  

India has taken up last weekend’s violence involving Khalistani groups and recent vandalisation of a prominent temple in Melbourne, with the Australian authorities. Discussed our strong and growing bilateral relationship, the violence in Melbourne yesterday, and how to stop extremist Khalistani groups engaging in further activities prejudicial to peace and harmony,” said Mr. Vohra in a social media message after …

India slams vandalisation of temples in Australia
1 year, 10 months ago

India slams vandalisation of temples in Australia

India TV News  

Strongly condemning the recent vandalisation of Hindu Temples in Australia, India, on its 74th Republic Day, asked Canberra to ensure safety and security of its community there, and take swift action to prevent further such incidents. In addition, the Indian High Commission in Canberra also conveyed its concerns to the government about the referendums in Melbourne and Sydney, announced by …

Australia: Khalistani supporters vandalise Shri Shiva Vishnu Temple
1 year, 11 months ago

Australia: Khalistani supporters vandalise Shri Shiva Vishnu Temple

Op India  

On Tuesday, Khalistani supporters vandalized another Hindu temple in Australia’s Melbourne. According to the reports, the attack is said to have happened on January 16 days after Khalistan supporters allegedly attacked and vandalized BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir in Melbourne’s northern suburb of Mill Park. President of the Hindu Council of Australia’s Victoria chapter Makrand Bhagwat condemned the incident and said, “I …

Melbourne's Swaminarayan Mandir Defaced; India Seeks Action; Vandalism Distressing, Says Oz MP
1 year, 11 months ago

Melbourne's Swaminarayan Mandir Defaced; India Seeks Action; Vandalism Distressing, Says Oz MP

News 18  

A BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir in Melbourne’s northern suburb of Mill Park in Australia was defaced on January 12, with graffitis against India and PM Modi, according to the temple authorities. News18 January 13, 2023 Evan Mulholland, Liberal MP for the Northern Metropolitan Region, tweeted,?Thinking of the BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir community after the Mill Park temple was vandalised today. This vandalism …

Vandalised Temple in Punjab Province Restored, Handed Over to Hindus: Pakistan Govt
3 years, 4 months ago

Vandalised Temple in Punjab Province Restored, Handed Over to Hindus: Pakistan Govt

News 18  

The Pakistan government has completed the restoration work of the Hindu temple badly damaged by a mob last week in Punjab province and arrested around 90 people involved in the attack that drew strong condemnation from India and the minority community leaders in this country. "The government has completed the restoration work of the temple and handed it over to …

Mob vandalises, burns down Hindu temple in northwest Pakistan, 26 arrested
3 years, 11 months ago

Mob vandalises, burns down Hindu temple in northwest Pakistan, 26 arrested

India TV News  

Pakistani police have arrested 26 people belonging to a radical Islamist party after a Hindu temple was vandalised and set on fire by a mob protesting its renovation in northwest Pakistan. A central leader of radical Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam party, Rehmat Salam Khattak, is among 26 arrested in raids following the attack on the temple in Terri village in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's …

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