22 years, dozens of lynchings, murders, rape and arson: How the Hindu community has been under attack in Bangladesh
7 months ago

22 years, dozens of lynchings, murders, rape and arson: How the Hindu community has been under attack in Bangladesh

Op India  

On 5th August, former Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina, resigned from her post and fled the country amidst ongoing violent protests. Muslim mob turned violent and launched an arson attack on Hindu houses during 2017 Rangpur violence in Bangladesh In yet another incident of violence against the vulnerable Hindus in neighbouring Bangladesh, at least 30 Hindu houses at Thakurpara village in Rangpur Sadar Upazila were looted vandalised and burnt to ashes on November 10, 2017. Muslim mob attacks, burns houses of Hindus over a Facebook post about Charlie Hebdo cartoons in Muradnagar in Bangladesh In November 2020, in yet another blatant display of fanaticism and bigotry, a group of radical Islamists attacked over 10 Hindu families at Korbanpur village under Muradnagar Upazila in the Comilla district of Bangladesh. Hindus attacked in Sheikh Hasina’s constituency on Eid On July 21, a mob of radical Islamists in Bangladesh attacked the Hindu community without provocation at around 9 am in the morning. Hindu temple destroyed in October 2022, head of broken Goddess Kali idol found half a kilometer away On 7th October 2022, a Kali temple in Dautiya village in Bangladesh’s Jhenaidah district was attacked.

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Birbhum: Muslim mob assaults Hindus, stops them from chanting 'Jai Shri Ram' during Holi and Dol Purnima, BJP demands action
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Birbhum: Muslim mob assaults Hindus, stops them from chanting 'Jai Shri Ram' during Holi and Dol Purnima, BJP demands action

Op India  

On Friday, a Muslim mob attacked the Hindu community celebrating Dol Purnima and Holi in Anaipur village in the Birbhum district of West Bengal. Under Mamata Banerjee’s rule, West Bengal is increasingly resembling Bangladesh.” “The attack was led by a local Trinamool Panchayat member, where Muslims targeted Hindus for chanting “Jai Shri Ram” and even questioned, “How dare you raise …

29 incidents of attacks on Hindus by Islamists during Holi festival just in last 4 years
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29 incidents of attacks on Hindus by Islamists during Holi festival just in last 4 years

Op India  

Holi, the Hindu festival of colours of joy, and celebration of the victory of good over evil, is celebrated across India in a euphoric fashion. Holi under attack in 2025 ‘If you celebrate Holi, we kill you’: Muslim youths assault and threaten Hindus in Bareilly In February 2025, Islamists threatened Hindus against celebrating Holi in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh. #WATCH | …

India urges Bangladesh to ensure justice to Hindu, minority victims of post-Hasina violence
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India urges Bangladesh to ensure justice to Hindu, minority victims of post-Hasina violence

Firstpost  

India on Friday said that of the 2,374 incidents of violence against Hindus and other minorities, Bangladesh has verified only 1,254 cases reported from August 5, 2024 to February 16, 2025 and that 98% of these 1,254 incidents were deemed ‘political in nature’ India on Friday said that of the 2,374 incidents of violence against Hindus and other minorities, Bangladesh …

India concerned over Bangladesh's release of 'violent extremists', backs 'inclusive' elections
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

India concerned over Bangladesh's release of 'violent extremists', backs 'inclusive' elections

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: India on Friday expressed concern over Bangladesh's release of “violent extremists” and emphasised that it is the interim government's responsibility to protect Hindus, other minorities and their religious institutions, while also advocating for inclusive and participatory elections. Answering a volley of questions on the internal situation in Bangladesh, External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, “We support a …

S Jaishankar questions hostile attitude of Yunus govt towards India, Ajit Doval attends exhibition on Bangladeshi Hindus
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S Jaishankar questions hostile attitude of Yunus govt towards India, Ajit Doval attends exhibition on Bangladeshi Hindus

Op India  

On Monday, National Security Adviser Ajit Doval visited an exhibition, depicting the violence and discrimination perpetrated against minorities in Bangladesh. Each speaker provided critical insights into the historical and ongoing persecution of minorities in a highly Islamized Bangladesh, examining the socio-political and international dimensions of the crisis.” Press Release Vivekananda International Foundation Exhibition & Panel Discussion on "The Never Ending …

‘Ridiculous’: S Jaishankar calls out Bangladeshi leaders for ‘blaming’ India for everything
3 weeks, 4 days ago

‘Ridiculous’: S Jaishankar calls out Bangladeshi leaders for ‘blaming’ India for everything

Hindustan Times  

External affairs minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar has called out leaders of Bangladesh's interim government for making “absolutely ridiculous” charges against India, days after meeting Touhid Hassan, his counterpart from the neighbouring country's caretaker administration, in Oman, amid unprecedented strain in ties between the two nations. Highlighting India's “special” relationship with Bangladesh, which goes back to 1971, when the Indian Army and …

Bangladesh: Muslim mobs unleash violence under the banner of 'Tawhidi Janata', Muhammad Yunus remains mute spectator
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Bangladesh: Muslim mobs unleash violence under the banner of 'Tawhidi Janata', Muhammad Yunus remains mute spectator

Op India  

Bangladesh is witnessing a drastic rise in vigilante Muslim mobs, unleashing violence under the pretext of protecting the tenets of Islam. Violence unleashed by Tawhidi Janata during the reign of Sheikh Hasina These violent Muslim groups, functioning under the banner of ‘Tawhidi Janata’ have been around since atleast 2013. 2 years later in October 2021, ‘Tawhidi Janata’ was involved in …

Dhaka: Attack on Hindus continue unabated, temple vandalised, Saraswati idol broken
1 month, 1 week ago

Dhaka: Attack on Hindus continue unabated, temple vandalised, Saraswati idol broken

Op India  

On the wee hours of Thursday, extremists laid siege to the Solahati Durga Mandir and vandalised two idols of Goddess Saraswati. The son of the President of the Solahati Durga Mandir, Palash Sarkar, remarked, “Although we immersed the idol of Goddess Durga, we kept the idol of Goddess Saraswati at the temple. Bangladesh: Mirajuddin barges into temple and vandalises idol …

UN report exposes Yunus on attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh
1 month, 1 week ago

UN report exposes Yunus on attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh

India Today  

Though Muhammad Yunus, the Chief Advisor to the interim government in Bangladesh, repeatedly discarded incidents of violence against the Hindus as mere "exaggerated propaganda", a fact-finding report by the United Nations Human Rights Office debunked his claims by providing evidence of violent mob attacks, including assaults on places of worship of Hindus. The report also revealed that these attacks on …

India summons Bangladesh diplomat, mobs attack more houses in Dhaka
1 month, 2 weeks ago

India summons Bangladesh diplomat, mobs attack more houses in Dhaka

Hindustan Times  

India on Friday summoned the most senior Bangladeshi diplomat in New Delhi to protest the “persistent negativity” created by the statements of the leadership in Dhaka, marking another downturn in the already fractious bilateral ties even as attacks on houses of Awami League leaders continued across Bangladesh. The summoning of Bangladesh’s acting high commissioner Mohammad Nural Islam by the external …

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

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

Bangladesh: Mob vandalises Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's residence in Dhaka
1 month, 2 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, 2 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 …

Protesters Attack Mujibur Rahman’s Dhaka Residence, Set It Ablaze During Sheikh Hasina's Speech
1 month, 2 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 …

Bangladesh downplays anti-Hindu violence in the country, calls it political, not communal
2 months, 1 week ago

Bangladesh downplays anti-Hindu violence in the country, calls it political, not communal

Op India  

On 11th January, the interim government of Bangladesh once again downplayed the violence against Hindus and other minority groups in the country, stating that they were “politically motivated” and not communal. According to a report in Bangladeshi news outlet Dhaka Tribune, the police investigation said that 98.4% of the 1,415 reported incidents of attacks and vandalism against minorities in the …

Bangladesh: Yunus downplays 'communal' attacks on minorities, calls them 'politically motivated'
2 months, 1 week ago

Bangladesh: Yunus downplays 'communal' attacks on minorities, calls them 'politically motivated'

Firstpost  

A police investigation revealed that following the fall of former Prime Minister of Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina’s regime, 98.4 per cent of the 1,415 reported incidents of attacks and vandalism against minorities were “politically motivated” Bangladesh’s interim government once again portrayed violence against minority groups in the country as “politically motivated,” despite several indications that the instances of violence occurred based …

Bangladesh: Amid ongoing persecution, Hindu youth Sudeb Haldar hacked to death, activists say he was murdered for being Hindu
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Bangladesh: Amid ongoing persecution, Hindu youth Sudeb Haldar hacked to death, activists say he was murdered for being Hindu

Op India  

Amid the ongoing persecution of Hindus in Bangladesh, another Hindu youth has been murdered. Ahead of the Durga Puja celebrations, a radical Muslim man named Yasin Mia vandalised the idols of Goddess Durga and other Hindu deities in Gouripur town in the Mymensingh district of Bangladesh on 25th September. In another series of attacks, idols of Goddess Durga and other …

Fardipur: Family of Hindu journalist Saugata Bose attacked with sharp weapons, father in critical condition
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Fardipur: Family of Hindu journalist Saugata Bose attacked with sharp weapons, father in critical condition

Op India  

On Friday night, extremists attacked the family of a Hindu journalist in Dumain village in the Faridpur district of Bangladesh. Ahead of the Durga Puja celebrations, a radical Muslim man named Yasin Mia vandalised the idols of Goddess Durga and other Hindu deities in Gouripur town in the Mymensingh district of Bangladesh on 25th September. In the latest series of …

Bangladesh: ISKCON expresses concern over violence against Hindu minorities
3 months ago

Bangladesh: ISKCON expresses concern over violence against Hindu minorities

Op India  

Governing Body Commissioner of ISKCON Gauranga Das on Saturday expressed concern over the violence against Hindu minorities in Bangladesh as a fresh case of vandalism of Hindu Temple emerged in the country. Gauranga Das also requested the Bangladesh government to give the right to adopt and follow their religious freedom to all minorities. “We have arrested one person early today …

Bangladesh reported 2,200 cases of violence against Hindus, other minorities till Dec 8: Govt
3 months ago

Bangladesh reported 2,200 cases of violence against Hindus, other minorities till Dec 8: Govt

Live Mint  

As many as 2,200 cases of violence against Hindus and other minorities were reported in Bangladesh till December 8, 2024, the government said in response to a question in the Lok Sabha on Friday. According to the data shared by the Minister of State in the Ministry of External Affairs, Kirti Vardhan Singh, 47 cases of violence against Hindus and …

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 …

Bangladesh: Miscreants Vandalise 8 Idols In Three Hindu Temples Over Two Days
3 months ago

Bangladesh: Miscreants Vandalise 8 Idols In Three Hindu Temples Over Two Days

ABP News  

In fresh incidents of violence against Hindu minorities, miscreants in Bangladesh vandalised eight idols in three temples over two days. The miscreants ransacked two idols of Bonderpara Temple in the Shakuai union of Halugahat in the early hours of Friday, said Abul Khayer, officer-in-charge of Haluaghat Police Station. On Tuesday, five idols were vandalised at Jharbari Shashan Kali Temple in …

ISKCON Kolkata condemns priest's murder in Bangladesh, raises concern over cases against Hindu minorities
3 months ago

ISKCON Kolkata condemns priest's murder in Bangladesh, raises concern over cases against Hindu minorities

India TV News  

ISKCON Kolkata Vice President Radharaman Das expressed deep concern over the escalating violence against Hindu minorities in Bangladesh, following reports of over 2,200 cases of violence this year. ISKCON Kolkata urged the Bangladeshi government to take stronger measures to protect religious minorities, particularly as tensions continue to rise in the wake of political unrest in the country. In response to …

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

Time has come for U.S. Congress to act on Bangladesh: Congressman Thanedar
3 months, 1 week 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 …

Bangladesh: Four people arrested for damaging Hindu temple, houses and shops
3 months, 1 week ago

Bangladesh: Four people arrested for damaging Hindu temple, houses and shops

Live Mint  

Law enforcement agencies on Saturday arrested four people for vandalising and damaging a Hindu temple and houses and shops of the community in Sunamganj district in north Bangladesh. Even though he deleted the post, screenshots spread widely, leading to violence in the area,” state-run news agency Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha said quoting the press release. On Saturday, the press release also …

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 …

'It's time for US to act': Indian-American Congressman on condition of Hindus in Bangladesh
3 months, 1 week ago

'It's time for US to act': Indian-American Congressman on condition of Hindus in Bangladesh

India TV News  

Amid the deteriorating situation for religious minorities in Bangladesh, Indian-American Congressman Shri Thanedar has raised the issue of attacks on minority Hindus, urging that the time for the US Congress to act has come. Will hold Bangladeshi interim government accountable: White House Earlier, the White House said President Joe Biden was closely monitoring the situation in Bangladesh. At a news …

Thackeray slams Modi over attacks on Hindus in B’desh
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3 months, 1 week ago

Thackeray slams Modi over attacks on Hindus in B’desh

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray on Friday attacked prime minister Narendra Modi over alleged atrocities on Hindus and other minorities in Bangladesh, saying a prime minister who was said to have stopped the war between Russia and Ukraine for some time should use his powers to stop attacks on Hindus in the neighbouring country. Thackeray slams Modi over attacks …

Uddhav Thackeray questions PM Modi over safety of Hindus in Bangladesh; BJP hits back
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3 months, 1 week 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 …

Hindu outfits hold rally, protest against attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh
3 months, 1 week ago

Hindu outfits hold rally, protest against attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh

Hindustan Times  

Many social organisations and Hindu outfits in Shimla organised a public rally to protest against the attacks on the Hindus and minorities in Bangladesh. State convener of defenders of human rights Ajay Srivastava said that Hindus are being continuously persecuted in Bangladesh since August 5, many Hindus have been killed there. “Our mothers and sisters have been raped there, many …

‘Our lives don’t matter’: Bangladeshi Hindus under attack after Hasina exit
3 months, 1 week ago

‘Our lives don’t matter’: Bangladeshi Hindus under attack after Hasina exit

Al Jazeera  

Bangladeshi Hindus – seen as allies of ousted PM Sheikh Hasina – face mounting threats, amid anti-India sentiments. Abhro Shome Pias, a 27-year-old Hindu student who studies at Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology, Dhaka’s premier engineering college, said there had been “countless incidents of violence and persecution of Hindus”. “However, the majority of Bangladeshi Hindus do not support the …

It took a visit from India for Bangladesh to acknowledge what world has been saying
3 months, 1 week 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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3 months, 1 week 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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3 months, 1 week 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 …

After India flags safety of Hindus, Bangladesh confirms 88 attacks on minorities
3 months, 1 week 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. {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} Interim government head Muhammad Yunus’ press secretary, Shafiqul Alam also said 70 people have been arrested in connection with the communal violence incidents. {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} The disclosure came …

Bangladesh acknowledges attacks on minorities; says 88 cases filed, 70 arrested so far
3 months, 1 week 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
3 months, 1 week 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 …

Rallies condemn atrocities against minorities in B’desh
3 months, 1 week 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
3 months, 1 week 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
3 months, 1 week 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
3 months, 1 week 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 …

'People Living In Fear After Attacks on Minorities In Bangladesh': Nobel Laureate Kailash Satyarthi
3 months, 1 week ago

'People Living In Fear After Attacks on Minorities In Bangladesh': Nobel Laureate Kailash Satyarthi

ABP News  

Nobel Peace Laureate Kailash Satyarthi, while speaking on the attack on minorities and vandalism of temples in Bangladesh said that “he was troubled by the alarming situation” in the country. #WATCH | Delhi: On attacks on minorities and vandalism of temples in Bangladesh, Nobel Peace Laureate Kailash Satyarthi says, "As today is the Human Rights Day, let us reaffirm our …

Bangladesh and India hold talks to repair strained relations
3 months, 1 week 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 …

Kolkata: Bangladeshi sarees burned at protest against attacks on Hindus
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Kolkata: Bangladeshi sarees burned at protest against attacks on Hindus

Hindustan Times  

Bangladesh-origin Dhakai Jamdani sarees were set on fire during a protest in Kolkata against atrocities against Hindus in the neighbouring country. Protestors were calling for a boycott of all Bangladeshi goods, including sarees, and warned that Indian's would not remain silent if the disrespect towards the country and attacks on Bangladesh's Hindu minority continued. BNP 's senior joint secretary general …

Protests in Noida, Ghaziabad over anti-Hindu violence in Bangladesh
3 months, 2 weeks 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 …

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