Sabarkantha police detains Bajrang Dal leaders who sought permission for protest against anti-Hindu violence in Nuh, released later
1 year, 7 months ago

Sabarkantha police detains Bajrang Dal leaders who sought permission for protest against anti-Hindu violence in Nuh, released later

Op India  

On Wednesday, August 2, Bajrang Dal workers from Himmatnagar who went to seek police permission to protest against anti-Hindu violence in Haryana were detained by the police. The Sabarkantha district Bajrang Dal coordinator, and co-coordinator of the Himmatnagar region, visited the SP office to seek permission regarding the protest, where they were detained by the police. VHP tweeted, “As per the VHP’s nationwide call to protest against the brutal attack on Hindus in Haryana’s Mewat, Bajrang Dal Himmatnagar coordinator and a fellow coordinator who had approached the police to seek permission were detained by the A Division police. VHP gave a call for nationwide agitation VHP and Bajrang Dal announced a nationwide demonstration on the 2nd of August against the attack on the yatra in Nuh.

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BJP should turn pages of history: Akhilesh on Nagpur violence amid Aurangzeb row
1 day, 2 hours ago

BJP should turn pages of history: Akhilesh on Nagpur violence amid Aurangzeb row

Hindustan Times  

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has blamed the Bharatiya Janata Party of endangering religious sites and fostering communal discord. As of now, police have formed 18 special teams to track down and arrest those involved in Nagpur violence. Speaking to HT, Yadav also weighed in on the controversy surrounding Aurangzeb’s grave to highlight historical figures like Shivaji Maharaj and Swami …

Nagpur: Eight VHP, Bajrang Dal Members Arrested For Protest Against Aurangzeb Tomb
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1 day, 21 hours ago

Nagpur: Eight VHP, Bajrang Dal Members Arrested For Protest Against Aurangzeb Tomb

ABP News  

Eight workers of the Vishwa Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal have been arrested on Wednesday in connection with the Nagpur violence case. The Maharashtra police has registered FIRs against office-bearers of the VHP and Bajrang Dal for allegedly hurting religious sentiments during their protest in Nagpur demanding the removal of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's tomb in Sambhajinagar. #WATCH | Nagpur, Maharashtra …

Pappu Yadav calls for ban on Bajrang Dal, VHP ‘hooligans’ over Nagpur violence
2 days, 2 hours ago

Pappu Yadav calls for ban on Bajrang Dal, VHP ‘hooligans’ over Nagpur violence

Hindustan Times  

Lok Sabha MP Pappu Yadav called for the banning of Bajrang Dal and Vishva Hindu Parishad, labelling their members as "hooligans" in the wake of recent violence in Nagpur. Lok Sabha MP Pappu Yadav has called for the Bajrang Dal and Vishwa Hindu Parishad to be banned amid the ongoing violence in Nagpur Yadav claimed that these groups, which he …

Nagpur violence: FIR against VHP, Bajrang Dal functionaries for 'hurting religious sentiments'
2 days, 18 hours ago

Nagpur violence: FIR against VHP, Bajrang Dal functionaries for 'hurting religious sentiments'

Hindustan Times  

Police in Maharashtra's Nagpur have registered a case against some office-bearers of Vishwa Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal for allegedly hurting religious sentiments during their protest demanding removal of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's tomb, officials said on Tuesday. VHP leader Devesh Mishra along with others addresses a press conference, in Nagpur, Tuesday The first information report was registered at the Ganeshpeth …

'Chhaava Sparked Anger, But...': Devendra Fadnavis On Nagpur Riots
3 days, 2 hours ago

'Chhaava Sparked Anger, But...': Devendra Fadnavis On Nagpur Riots

ABP News  

Nagpur Riots News: Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday said that the Vicky Kaushal-starrer 'Chhaava' seemed to have sparked people's anger. Referring to the rumours of the Quran being burnt, Fadnavis further said: "In Nagpur, Vishva Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal held protests. Speaking in the Assembly on Nagpur violence, Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis said, "In Nagpur, Vishwa Hindu Parishad …

Nagpur violence updates: Sec 144, curfew imposed as Aurangzeb row stirs clashes; cops say situation stable
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3 days, 9 hours ago

Nagpur violence updates: Sec 144, curfew imposed as Aurangzeb row stirs clashes; cops say situation stable

Hindustan Times  

Nagpur violence updates: Police disperse an agitating crowd as communal tension prevailed Chitnis park area following the VHP-Bajrang Dal protest, in Nagpur, Monday, March 17, 2025. Nagpur violence updates: Violence broke out in Maharashtra's Nagpur on Monday night following rumours that a holy book was burned during a protest by a right-wing group demanding the removal of Aurangzeb's tomb. Nagpur …

Uttar Pradesh: Hindu priest assaulted in Rampur: Islamist mob attacks him for playing bhajans on loudspeaker
1 week, 4 days ago

Uttar Pradesh: Hindu priest assaulted in Rampur: Islamist mob attacks him for playing bhajans on loudspeaker

Op India  

On 7th March, a Hindu priest was dragged out of a Shiv Mandir and assaulted by an Islamist mob in Sikandarabad village of Rampur district in Uttar Pradesh. Details of the incident According to reports, the confrontation between Islamists and Prem Singh started when the priest, as part of his daily prayers, played bhajans on the temple loudspeaker during the …

HP: Muslims allegedly attacked Hindus for organising Bhandara on Mahashivratri, opened fire during clash, police denied communal angle
3 weeks, 2 days ago

HP: Muslims allegedly attacked Hindus for organising Bhandara on Mahashivratri, opened fire during clash, police denied communal angle

Op India  

On 24th February, a violent clash erupted after members of the Muslim community allegedly attacked Hindus for celebrating Mahashivratri outside a steel factory in the Gwalathai region of Bilaspur district. Hindu leaders alleged Muslims opened fire at Hindus organising Bhandara on Mahashivratri. Vishva Hindu Parishad leader Kamal Goutaam accused members of the Muslim community of launching a “murderous attack” on …

S Jaishankar questions hostile attitude of Yunus govt towards India, Ajit Doval attends exhibition on Bangladeshi Hindus
3 weeks, 2 days ago

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 …

Thiruparankundram row: BJP and Hindu front members arrested in Delta districts
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Thiruparankundram row: BJP and Hindu front members arrested in Delta districts

The Hindu  

Several Bharatiya Janata Party members were arrested in Tiruchi district on Tuesday after they attempted to stage protests condemning the denial of permission to the Hindu Munnani to stage a demonstration at Thiruparankundram in Madurai demanding steps to protect the revered hill and its sanctity and against the ban orders clamped by the Madurai district administration. Around 70 BJP members …

Fresh arrest in Sambhal violence case
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Fresh arrest in Sambhal violence case

The Hindu  

A man has been arrested in connection with the violence during survey of a mosque last year, officials said on Sunday. Additional Superintendent of Police Shreesh Chandra told PTI that the arrested individual has been identified as Arshad, a resident of Khaggu Sarai locality. On November 19 last year, a local court had passed an ex-parte order for a survey …

UP: Muslim mob in Sultanpur attacks Hindu youths, threaten to 'slit their throat' once 'their' comes to power
2 months, 1 week ago

UP: Muslim mob in Sultanpur attacks Hindu youths, threaten to 'slit their throat' once 'their' comes to power

Op India  

On 10th January, Hindu youngsters were reportedly attacked by members of the Muslim community in Koeripur Nagar Panchayat of ​​Chanda police station in Sultanpur of Uttar Pradesh. A First Information Report has been lodged against Mohammad Azam, Sarfaraz, Mohammad Kais, Akif Ahmed, Zaid Rain and other accused based on the complaint of one of the victims, Jatin son of Hari …

Haryana: Bajrang Dal, VHP disrupt Christian 'prayer meet' in Ambala, Haryana, allege deceitful conversion of scheduled caste Hindus
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Haryana: Bajrang Dal, VHP disrupt Christian 'prayer meet' in Ambala, Haryana, allege deceitful conversion of scheduled caste Hindus

Op India  

On Monday, 30th December, several Hindu individuals associated with the Vishwa Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal filed a police complaint against some Christians in Barnala village of Haryana’s Ambala district. One of the Bajrang Dal activists talked to the media and confirmed that illegal conversion of Hindus had been taking place in the Barnala village for a very long time. …

Farmers intensify protests as SC deadline for Dallewal ends
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Farmers intensify protests as SC deadline for Dallewal ends

Hindustan Times  

A day before the Supreme Court’s deadline to shift him to a hospital, farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal on Monday doubled down on his protest, calling for reinforcements at the Khanauri border while refusing medical attention on the 35th day of his fast-unto-death. I urge everyone who participated in the Punjab Bandh, along with the people of Haryana, to come …

100 booked for attacking Hindu activists protesting cow shelter conditions
2 months, 2 weeks ago

100 booked for attacking Hindu activists protesting cow shelter conditions

Deccan Chronicle  

Muzaffarnagar: More than 100 people, including a village, have been booked for an alleged attack on Hindu activists who were protesting against the neglect and poor condition of a cow shelter in the village, police said on Sunday. Station House Officer Jasvir Singh said that a case has been registered against village head of Badhai Kala, Dharmendra, and over other …

UP: Over 100 charged for attacking Hindu activists protesting cow shelter conditions
2 months, 3 weeks ago

UP: Over 100 charged for attacking Hindu activists protesting cow shelter conditions

India Today  

More than 100 people, including a village head, have been booked for an alleged attack on Hindu activists who were protesting against the neglect and poor condition of a cow shelter in the village, police said on Sunday. Station House Officer Jasvir Singh said that a case has been registered against village head of Badhai Kala, Dharmendra, and over 100 …

Protest in Lko against atrocities on Hindus in Bangladesh
3 months, 1 week ago

Protest in Lko against atrocities on Hindus in Bangladesh

Hindustan Times  

Thousands of youths, including men and women, took part in a large-scale protest in the state capital on Tuesday, condemning the atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh. The rally, organised by the Bangladesh Hindu Raksha Sangharsh Samiti, saw participants carrying saffron flags, posters, and banners as they marched from Lucknow University to the General Post Office. However, the demonstration caused severe …

Police downplay Islamist attack against Lord Ayyappa devotees in Rayachoti: How hate crime against Hindus is brushed aside in the name of 'protecting secularism'
3 months, 1 week ago

Police downplay Islamist attack against Lord Ayyappa devotees in Rayachoti: How hate crime against Hindus is brushed aside in the name of 'protecting secularism'

Op India  

A bus carrying devotees of Lord Ayyappa was allegedly attacked by extremists in Andhra Pradesh’s Rayachoti town. It is not good for this country.” However, the police were quick to respond to the statement and termed the condemning of the attack on Hindus as “material that may aggravate communal tensions between different religious groups.” Instead of keeping an eye on …

VHP, Bajrang Dal continue protests ahead of Diljit Dosanjh concert in Indore; BJP MLAs extend support
3 months, 1 week ago

VHP, Bajrang Dal continue protests ahead of Diljit Dosanjh concert in Indore; BJP MLAs extend support

The Hindu  

The Bajrang Dal and the Vishwa Hindu Parishad continued their protests against the sale of liquor and meat at singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh’s concert in Madhya Pradesh’s Indore, with some Bharatiya Janata Party legislators voicing their support for the demands. Tannu Sharma, Indore head of the VHP’s social harmony wing, told The Hindu that functionaries of these organisations had inspected the …

Islamist mob attacks Hindus in Navsari, Gujarat
3 months, 1 week ago

Islamist mob attacks Hindus in Navsari, Gujarat

Op India  

A complaint has been registered at the local police station in Navsari, Gujarat, that a mob of 150 to 200 Islamists attacked Hindus, especially women, living in the Dargah Road area of ​​Navsari on the night of December 7. This is just the beginning.’ Apart from this, it is alleged that the mob also threatened the Hindu women by saying, …

Farmers’ protest LIVE: UP Police detains agitators at Greater Noida; Haryana suspends mobile internet, SMS
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Farmers’ protest LIVE: UP Police detains agitators at Greater Noida; Haryana suspends mobile internet, SMS

Live Mint  

Farmers' Protest March to Delhi LIVE Updates: On Friday, police detained a group of farmers who were part of the 'Delhi Chalo' march, which aimed to pressure the government for a legal guarantee on minimum support price for crops. The farmers had set off from their protest site at the Shambhu border between Punjab and Haryana at 1 pm, with …

Farmers protest live update: Unions to resume march on Dec 8 if Centre fails to engage in talks
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Farmers protest live update: Unions to resume march on Dec 8 if Centre fails to engage in talks

Hindustan Times  

Farmers protest live update: Farmers walk amidst tear gas as they gather on the day they march towards New Delhi to press for better crop prices promised to them in 2021, at the Shambhu barrier, a border crossing between Punjab and Haryana states, India, December 6, 2024. REUTERS/Anushree Fadnavis Farmers protest live update: A ‘jatha’ of farmers from Punjab under …

Farmers’ protest: Punjab Police hold meeting with farmer leaders at Shambhu ahead of march
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Farmers’ protest: Punjab Police hold meeting with farmer leaders at Shambhu ahead of march

The Hindu  

Punjab Police held a meeting with the farmer leaders at the Shambhu border point on Thursday, a day before their march to Delhi. On Thursday, Deputy Inspector General of Police Mandeep Singh Sidhu and Senior Superintendent of Police Patiala Nanak Singh met farmer leaders Sarwan Singh Pandher and Surjit Singh Phul. Farmers have been camping at Shambhu and Khanauri border …

Sambhal violence: 400 identified, will put up posters of those involved today, says DM
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Sambhal violence: 400 identified, will put up posters of those involved today, says DM

Hindustan Times  

District magistrate of Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal Rajender Pensiya on Thursday posters will be put up on Thursday of those involved in violence that broke out on November 24 over a court-ordered survey of a mosque. State police personnel deployed outside the Shahi Jama Masjid following religious violence in Sambhal on November 25, 2024. Rahul Gandhi stopped from visiting Sambhal On …

Chennai: Hindu Organisations Protest Against Arrest Of Hindu Monk Chinmoy Krishna Das In Bangladesh
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Chennai: Hindu Organisations Protest Against Arrest Of Hindu Monk Chinmoy Krishna Das In Bangladesh

ABP News  

Various Hindu organisations participated in a protest organised by the Bangladesh Hindus Rights Retrieval Committee in Chennai condemning the attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh. The demonstration was held to demand justice for the victims of violence and the arrest of Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das who was detained at Dhaka's Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport on November 27 under charges of …

From US to UK, how countries are reacting to attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh
3 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Akhilesh slams BJP on Sambhal
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Akhilesh slams BJP on Sambhal

Hindustan Times  

The recent violence during a court-monitored survey of a mosque in Uttar Pradesh’s Sambhal town was part of a well-planned conspiracy to divert attention from crucial bypolls, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav said on Tuesday, demanding action against the police for the clashes that have become a hot-button national issue. Yadav also said that the Bharatiya Janata Party’s talk about …

Uttarkashi mosque row: Muslim organizations allege threats to mosque's legitimacy
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Uttarkashi mosque row: Muslim organizations allege threats to mosque's legitimacy

New Indian Express  

DEHRADUN: In a new twist in the ongoing campaign led by Hindutva organizations demanding the demolition of a mosque in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi district, concerns have emerged from Muslim organizations. Following repeated demands from Hindu organizations, led by the Sanyukt Sanatan Dharma Rakshak Sangh, for the demolition of a 55-year-old mosque in Uttarkashi, Muslim petitioners sought protection from the High Court. …

Delhi-Lucknow fight: Akhilesh Yadav alleges BJP conspiracy in Sambhal violence
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Delhi-Lucknow fight: Akhilesh Yadav alleges BJP conspiracy in Sambhal violence

India Today  

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday alleged the violence in Sambhal that erupted during a court-mandated survey of a mosque was a well-planned conspiracy hatched by the BJP. Speaking in Lok Sabha, the Kannauj MP said the police and the administration were responsible for the violence, which left five dead, and demanded a murder case be filed against the …

Protests in Mumbai over arrest of ISKCON priest, attack on Hindus in Bangladesh
3 months, 2 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 …

VHP Delhi unit holds protest against attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh
3 months, 2 weeks ago

VHP Delhi unit holds protest against attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The Delhi unit of Vishva Hindu Parishad on Monday held a demonstration at Jantar Mantar here against the attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh. It was led by VHP Delhi unit head Kapil Khanna. Minority Hindus in Bangladesh, who constitute only about eight per cent of the 170 million population, have faced over 200 attacks in 50-odd districts since …

Sambhal violence: Ban on entry of outsiders extended till Dec 10, Samajwadi Party to decide on new date for visit
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Sambhal violence: Ban on entry of outsiders extended till Dec 10, Samajwadi Party to decide on new date for visit

Live Mint  

Amid simmering tensions in Sambhal town of Uttar Pradesh over court-ordered survey of a Mughal-era mosque, the district administration on Saturday extended the ban on the entry of outsiders and public representatives into Sambhal till December 10 to maintain "peace and order". In a statement issued in Sambhal, District Magistrate Rajendra Pensiya said, "To maintain peace and order, the imposition …

ISKCON to observe prayers worldwide on December 1 amid attacks on Bangladesh Hindus
3 months, 3 weeks ago

ISKCON to observe prayers worldwide on December 1 amid attacks on Bangladesh Hindus

Hindustan Times  

Followers of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness worldwide are set to unite on December 1 to “pray and chant” for the safety and security of religious minorities in Bangladesh, especially Hindus. A sedition case was filed on October 30 against 19 individuals, including Das, at Chattogram's Kotwali Police Station, accusing them of disrespecting Bangladesh's national flag during a Hindu …

VHP announces 2-day protest against 'atrocities' on religious minorities in Bangladesh
3 months, 3 weeks ago

VHP announces 2-day protest against 'atrocities' on religious minorities in Bangladesh

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The Vishva Hindu Parishad has announced a two-day nationwide protest against the "atrocities" on religious minorities in Bangladesh starting Friday.The VHP and the Bajrang Dal, along with all sects and segments of the Hindu society and those who believe in humanity, will take part in this protest to save the minorities and their human rights, VHP national spokesperson …

Hindus flee Bangladesh locality after temples attacked, cops turn blind eye
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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Hindus flee Bangladesh locality after temples attacked, cops turn blind eye

India Today  

Extremist groups in Bangladesh attacked two temples and assaulted members of the minority community in Chittagong, forcing Hindus living in the area to flee to safer shelters. There has been a string of incidents of desecration and damage to Hindu temples and deities in Bangladesh since the fall of the Sheikh Hasina-led Awami League government in August. Noting the increasing …

Cop hurt during Hindu mahasabha protest over Bangladesh minorities
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Cop hurt during Hindu mahasabha protest over Bangladesh minorities

Deccan Chronicle  

A police officer sustained injuries during a heated altercation between law enforcement and members of the Hindu Mahasabha in Kolkata on Thursday. The protest, organized by the Hindu Mahasabha, aimed to march towards the Bangladesh Deputy High Commission to denounce alleged atrocities against Hindus and other minorities in Bangladesh. Members of Hindu Mahasabha are marching towards Bangladesh's deputy high commission …

Bangladesh: Why did arrest of Hindu leader Chinmoy Das spark global outcry? Controversy EXPLAINED
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Bangladesh: Why did arrest of Hindu leader Chinmoy Das spark global outcry? Controversy EXPLAINED

India TV News  

New Delhi: A prominent Bangladeshi Hindu leader who has been leading rallies demanding security for Hindus in the overwhelmingly Muslim nation was ordered detained on charges of sedition on Tuesday. VIDEO: Bangladeshi court denies bail to Hindu leader Who is Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari? The Hindu leader, Chinmoy Krishna Das, is associated with the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, widely …

Sambhal mosque survey: Opposition blames BJP, police arrests 25 including son of Samajwadi Party MLA
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Sambhal mosque survey: Opposition blames BJP, police arrests 25 including son of Samajwadi Party MLA

Live Mint  

Police have registered a case against Samajwadi Party MP Zia-ur-Rehman Barq, Sohail Iqbal, and arrested 25 individuals following violent clashes between locals, who were protesting a court-ordered survey of a Mughal-era mosque, and security forces. Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav accused the state government of staging a "riot," while senior Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra claimed that …

Bangladesh arrests six after lawyer murdered in Hindu protests
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Bangladesh arrests six after lawyer murdered in Hindu protests

New Indian Express  

DHAKA: Bangladeshi police have arrested six people in connection with the murder of a lawyer during clashes between Hindu protesters and security forces, the government said Wednesday. Angry supporters of outspoken Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari -- arrested a day earlier on charges connected to disrespecting the national flag during a rally -- battled with police on Tuesday after …

Bengal BJP holds protest march to Bangladesh Dy High Commission over ISKCON priest's arrest
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Bengal BJP holds protest march to Bangladesh Dy High Commission over ISKCON priest's arrest

India TV News  

Bengal unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party, including West Bengal Assembly Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari and BJP leader Agnimitra Paul held a protest march on Wednesday to the Bangladesh Deputy High Commission in Kolkata against the arrest of ISKCON Bangladesh leader Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari by Dhaka police. During the march, Agnimitra Paul said that the Bengali Hindus would …

BJP, Trinamool, others protest in Kolkata against attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh
3 months, 3 weeks ago

BJP, Trinamool, others protest in Kolkata against attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh

India Today  

Amid the recent clashes in Bangladesh following the arrest of Hindu religious leader Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahamchari, major political parties in West Bengal have expressed concerns over the rampant violence against the minorities, especially Hindus in the neighbouring country. Also, Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee also condemned the attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh. Hindus in Bangladesh have faced attacks by …

Protect all minorities, India tells B’desh after arrest of Hindu priest
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Protect all minorities, India tells B’desh after arrest of Hindu priest

Hindustan Times  

India on Tuesday expressed “deep concern” over the arrest of prominent Hindu leader Chinmoy Krishna Das in Bangladesh, as protests erupted in multiple cities following his detention on sedition charges and one of the lawyers representing him was killed in clashes. “We have noted with deep concern the arrest and denial of bail to Shri Chinmoy Krishna Das,” India’s ministry …

Bangladeshi Hindus protest over denial of bail to ISKCON monk, one killed as tensions erupt between religious groups
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Bangladeshi Hindus protest over denial of bail to ISKCON monk, one killed as tensions erupt between religious groups

The Hindu  

Bangladeshi supporters of an arrested Hindu leader clashed with security forces on Tuesday after the outspoken monk was denied bail on sedition charges, with one person killed, police said. Religious relations have been turbulent in Bangladesh since a student-led revolution forced long-time autocratic Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to flee to neighbouring India. Nurul Alam, a police inspector posted at Chittagong …

Police in Bangladesh arrest Hindu leader who leads rallies for minority protection
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Police in Bangladesh arrest Hindu leader who leads rallies for minority protection

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 Police in Bangladesh’s capital have arrested a prominent …

India lodges strong protest over arrest of ISKCON leader in Bangladesh, says ensure safety, security of Hindus
3 months, 3 weeks ago

India lodges strong protest over arrest of ISKCON leader in Bangladesh, says ensure safety, security of Hindus

India TV News  

New Delhi: A day after Bangladesh police arrested Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, a leader of the Hindu group Sammilita Sanatani Jote, from the Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport area in Dhaka, India on Tuesday lodged a strong protest against the arrest. A court in Bangladesh on Tuesday ordered to send to jail Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, a leader of the Hindu …

Sambhal violence: 25 arrested so far, Samajwadi Party team to visit city today
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Sambhal violence: 25 arrested so far, Samajwadi Party team to visit city today

India Today  

As tension grips Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal following deadly clashes, a 12-member Samajwadi Party delegation is set to visit the violence-hit area on Tuesday. Samajwadi Party MP Zia ur Rahman Barq and Sohail Iqbal, son of local SP MLA Iqbal Mehmood, are among those named in cases registered in connection with the incident. SAMBHAL VIOLENCE | LATEST UPDATES The Samajwadi Party, …

Four people killed in India in violence over survey of 16th-century mosque
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Four people killed in India in violence over survey of 16th-century mosque

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. Read our privacy policy Four people were killed in …

Using power to create Hindu-Muslim rift not in state or country's interest: Rahul on Sambhal clashes
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Using power to create Hindu-Muslim rift not in state or country's interest: Rahul on Sambhal clashes

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: A day after violence rocked Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Monday said the BJP's use of power to create a rift between Hindus and Muslims was neither in the interest of the state nor the country. Three people were killed and scores of others, including security and administration personnel, injured …

Monk leading protest against atrocities on Hindus in Bangladesh arrested in Dhaka
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Monk leading protest against atrocities on Hindus in Bangladesh arrested in Dhaka

India Today  

Chinmoy Krishna Prabhu, a prominent monk leading protests against atrocities on Hindus in Bangladesh, was allegedly arrested by the Dhaka Police’s Detective Branch on Monday. Chinmoy Prabhu had addressed a massive protest rally in the violence-hit country's Rangpur on Friday to protest against atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh. This development comes amid heightened tensions in Bangladesh over the rising reports …

Arrests after Muslims killed in mosque survey violence in India’s Sambhal
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Arrests after Muslims killed in mosque survey violence in India’s Sambhal

Al Jazeera  

Cases filed against more than 2,000 people a day after four Muslim men killed in violence over survey of a Mughal-era mosque. Police have arrested dozens of people, shut down the internet, closed schools, and tightened security in Sambhal district of India’s Uttar Pradesh state after deadly violence erupted over a survey of a Mughal-era mosque. Survey of the mosque …

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