Police in Bangladesh arrest Hindu leader who leads rallies for minority protection
4 months 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 Hindu leader who has been leading rallies demanding security for Hindus in the overwhelmingly Muslim nation since former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina fled the country amid a mass uprising in August. Officials, witnesses and local media reports said that Krishna Das Prabhu, also known as Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, was arrested in Dhaka’s main airport on Monday while traveling to Chattogram in southeastern Bangladesh. Kushal Baran Chakrabarty, who was accompanying Prabhu at the time of his arrest, said that several detectives took the Hindu leader to a police car at the airport. Since August, Prabhu has led several large rallies demanding safety for the Hindus, as the interim government led by Nobel Peace laureate Muhammad Yunus said reports of attacks have been exaggerated.

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Bangladesh: Hizb-ut-Tahrir’s ‘March for Khilafat’ turns violent as police disperse protesters with tear gas
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Bangladesh: Hizb-ut-Tahrir’s ‘March for Khilafat’ turns violent as police disperse protesters with tear gas

Firstpost  

Hundreds of activists of the banned militant group Hizb-ut-Tahrir chanting “Khilafat, Khilafat” gathered for the ‘March for Khilafat’ procession at the Baitul Mukarram Mosque after Friday prayers, defying police barricades. Police in Bangladesh used tear gas and sound grenades on Friday to break up a protest by hundreds of members of the banned extremist group Hizb-ut-Tahrir, who were demanding the …

Police in Bangladesh use batons and tear gas to disperse rally by banned Islamist group
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Police in Bangladesh use batons and tear gas to disperse rally by banned Islamist group

Associated Press  

DHAKA, Bangladesh — Police used batons and stun grenades on Friday to disperse thousands of members of the banned Hizbut Tahrir group as they marched near Bangladesh’s main Baitul Mokarram Mosque in the country’s capital. The clashes happened as between 3,000 and 5,000 protesters joined the procession, chanting slogans such as “Freedom has one path, Khilafat, Khilafat,” or caliphate, and …

Bangladesh police killed, injured 20 unarmed protesters on Aug 5 during student agitation, says rights group
2 months, 1 week ago

Bangladesh police killed, injured 20 unarmed protesters on Aug 5 during student agitation, says rights group

Firstpost  

New video clips analysed by the International Truth and Justice Project, a human rights group documenting alleged abuses, found evidence that Bangladeshi police deliberately targeted peaceful protesters during two previously undocumented incidents in Dhaka on August 5 Newly examined video footage has revealed that Bangladeshi police killed or injured at least 20 unarmed protesters during two previously undocumented incidents in …

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

Chittagong: Muslim mob kidnaps Hindu man Pranta Talukder, assaults him over 'blasphemy'
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Chittagong: Muslim mob kidnaps Hindu man Pranta Talukder, assaults him over 'blasphemy'

Op India  

On Wednesday night, a Hindu man named Pranta Talukder was abducted by a Muslim mob from his residence in the Patenga Kathgarh area in Chittagong city of Bangladesh. In October 2024, a frenzied Muslim mob laid siege to the Kadirdi Degree College in Boalmari in the Faridpur district of Bangladesh after accusing a Hindu boy named Hridoy Pal of ‘insulting’ …

Minorities under siege? The controversy over arrest of Hindu monk in Bangladesh
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Minorities under siege? The controversy over arrest of Hindu monk in Bangladesh

India Today  

Bangladesh is witnessing a storm of protests and international criticism following the arrest of Hindu monk and activist Chinmoy Krishna Das. Accused of sedition for allegedly hoisting a saffron flag above the national flag, Das’s detention has sparked fierce debates about minority rights and national unity. With tensions escalating since the ouster of Sheikh Hasina’s government, Bangladesh’s Hindu minority faces …

Minorities under siege? The controversy over arrest of Hindu monk in Bangladesh
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Minorities under siege? The controversy over arrest of Hindu monk in Bangladesh

India Today  

Bangladesh is witnessing a storm of protests and international criticism following the arrest of Hindu monk and activist Chinmoy Krishna Das. With tensions escalating since the ouster of Sheikh Hasina’s government, Bangladesh’s Hindu minority faces relentless violence, leaving temples, homes, and businesses targeted across the country. The interim government, led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, has downplayed these attacks, but …

Bangladesh court again rejects bail for Hindu leader charged with sedition
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Bangladesh court again rejects bail for Hindu leader charged with sedition

Al Jazeera  

Krishna Das Prabhu faces sedition charges for leading rallies demanding better security for minority groups in Chattogram city. A court in Bangladesh has again denied bail to an outspoken Hindu leader advocating for the protection of minority groups in the country. Krishna Das Prabhu did not appear at the hearing at the court in the southeastern city of Chattogram, where …

Arrest of terror suspects in West Bengal triggers political bickering
3 months ago

Arrest of terror suspects in West Bengal triggers political bickering

The Hindu  

The arrest of a suspected member of a terror outfit in West Bengal on Sunday once again triggered the debate about whether the State is turning out to be a safe haven for extremist elements. On Sunday, a suspected member of the outlawed Tehreek-e-Mujahideen in Kashmir was arrested in a joint operation by the Jammu and Kashmir Police and the …

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 …

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

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

India Today  

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

Bangladesh: 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: Four arrested in connection with attacks on Hindu community in Sunamgonj
3 months, 1 week ago

Bangladesh: Four arrested in connection with attacks on Hindu community in Sunamgonj

Op India  

Law enforcement agencies on Saturday arrested four individuals for vandalising and damaging houses and shops of the Hindu community and the local Loknath temple in the Doarabazar area of Sunamganj district earlier this month, the office of the Chief Adviser said in a statement. The local police arrested Das immediately, but, amid concerns over his safety, the police transferred him …

Hindu outfits hold rally, protest against attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh
3 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Supporters of Bangladesh Nationalist Party hold protest march as tensions continue with India
3 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Supporters of Bangladesh Nationalist Party hold protest march as tensions continue with India
3 months, 2 weeks ago

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

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 Thousands of members of youth and student bodies …

88 incidents of attacks on minorities, primarily Hindus, after Sheikh Hasina’s ouster, confirms Bangladesh
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3 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Bangladesh Police file case against Hindu monk Chinmoy Das, his followers
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Bangladesh Police file case against Hindu monk Chinmoy Das, his followers

India Today  

A case was filed against Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das and hundreds of his followers in Bangladesh in connection with the reported clash last month between police and the monk's supporters in Chattogram, who were arrested on sedition charges. The case, filed by Enamul Haque, a Hefazat-e-Islam activist, named Das as the main accused alongside 164 identified people and up …

Hindus attacked, Islamism on rise: How Bangladesh is disparaging the legacy of its own founder
3 months, 2 weeks 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…’
3 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Sunni Muslim leader condemns arrest of Hindu monk in Bangladesh
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Sunni Muslim leader condemns arrest of Hindu monk in Bangladesh

Deccan Chronicle  

Kozhikode: A prominent Sunni Muslim leader on Wednesday condemned the arrest of a Hindu monk last week by Bangladeshi police and urged the neighbouring country to ensure the safety and well-being of its minority communities immediately. In a statement, Sheikh Abubakr Ahmad, popularly known as Kanthapuram A P Aboobacker Musaliyar, criticised the recent arrest of monk Chinmoy Krishna Das by …

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

Protesting farmers arrested from Dalit Prerna Sthal, expressway traffic affected for hours
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Protesting farmers arrested from Dalit Prerna Sthal, expressway traffic affected for hours

Hindustan Times  

The Noida police on Tuesday afternoon arrested nearly 150 farmers who tried marching to Delhi a day earlier and camped overnight at the Rashtriya Dalit Prerna Sthal in Noida after being stopped at the Chilla border by Delhi Police. On Tuesday, around 1pm, a heavy police force, including several senior officers, reached Dalit Prerna Sthal and arrested the protesters and …

Bangladesh court defers Hindu leader’s bail hearing as tensions with India spike
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Bangladesh court defers Hindu leader’s bail hearing as tensions with India spike

Associated Press  

DHAKA, Bangladesh — A court in southeastern Bangladesh on Tuesday rescheduled a bail hearing for a jailed prominent Hindu leader who led large rallies in the Muslim-majority country demanding better security for minority groups. Krishna Das Prabhu, who was arrested in Bangladesh’s capital, Dhaka, last week, faces charges of sedition after he led huge rallies in the southeastern city of …

Indian police arrest seven for breaking into Bangladesh consulate
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3 months, 3 weeks 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 …

7 arrested, action against 4 cops over security breach at Bangladesh mission in Tripura – Firstpost
3 months, 3 weeks 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 …

ISKCON claims Advocate Ramen Roy ’brutally attacked’ in Bangladesh for defending Chinmoy Prabhu: ‘His only fault was...’
3 months, 3 weeks ago

ISKCON claims Advocate Ramen Roy ’brutally attacked’ in Bangladesh for defending Chinmoy Prabhu: ‘His only fault was...’

Live Mint  

Advocate Ramen Roy, who had defended Bangladesh's Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Prabhu who was arrested on charges of sedition, has been ‘brutally attacked,’ ISKCON vice president and spokesperson Radharamn Das claimed. Apart from Chinmoy Krishna Das, Radharamn Das also claimed that two monks, Adipurush Shyam Das and Ranganath Das Brahmachari, were reportedly arrested on November 29. Confirming the arrests, he …

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

Protesters rally against Bangladesh’s arrest of Hindu monks at border checkpost in West Bengal
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Protesters rally against Bangladesh’s arrest of Hindu monks at border checkpost in West Bengal

The Hindu  

Protests against the arrest of Hindu monks in Bangladesh reached Petrapole on the India-Bangladesh border on Monday. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has urged the Union government to seek the intervention of the United Nations in deploying a peacekeeping mission in the neighbouring country. Observing that it is not in her jurisdiction to comment on the affairs of a …

Kolkata youth attacked in Bangladesh for being Indian, Hindu
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Kolkata youth attacked in Bangladesh for being Indian, Hindu

Firstpost  

Sayan Ghosh, 22, who hais from West Bengal, said he was beaten and his phone and wallet were taken from him at knife-point A Kolkata youth had alleged that he was beaten by miscreants after they found out he was an Indian and a Hindu. Twenty-two-year-old Sayan Ghosh, who hails from Belgharia area on the northern fringes of the West …

Rallies in Bengal demand release of arrested Hindu leader in Bangladesh
3 months, 3 weeks 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 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Bangladesh: Nine held over lawyer's murder linked to Hindu priest Chinmoy Das arrest
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3 months, 4 weeks 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 …

Bangladesh says its flag burnt in Kolkata during protest over Hindu monk's arrest
3 months, 4 weeks 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 urges Bangladesh to protect minorities amid rising violence
3 months, 3 weeks ago

India urges Bangladesh to protect minorities amid rising violence

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: India on Friday said the interim government in Bangladesh must live up to its responsibility of protecting all minorities as it expressed serious concern over the "surge" of extremist rhetoric and increasing incidents of violence in the neighbouring country.Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said India has consistently and strongly raised with the Bangladeshi government the threats …

India concerned over ‘surge of extremism and violence’ against Hindus in Bangladesh: ‘Arrest of Chinmoy Das is…’
3 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Persecution not acceptable: British MP on arrest of Hindu monk in Bangladesh
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3 months, 4 weeks 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 …

Hindus flee Bangladesh locality after temples attacked, cops turn blind eye
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3 months, 4 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 …

Persecution not acceptable: British MP on arrest of Hindu monk in Bangladesh
3 months, 4 weeks 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 …

Cop hurt during Hindu mahasabha protest over Bangladesh minorities
3 months, 3 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 Chinmoy Das Arrest Case: Watch Big Updates Of The Hour Only On ABP News | ISKON Temple
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4 months ago

Bangladesh Chinmoy Das Arrest Case: Watch Big Updates Of The Hour Only On ABP News | ISKON Temple

ABP News  

The arrest of ISKCON monk Chinmay Krishna Das in Bangladesh has sparked widespread protests, raising concerns about the safety of Hindus and other religious minorities in the country. Chinmay Krishna Das was detained by the Detective Branch of Dhaka Metropolitan Police at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport on Monday evening and presented in court under heavy security on Tuesday. During a …

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

Hindu leader's arrest in Bangladesh draws global attention: US singer, others seek Trump's intervention
4 months ago

Hindu leader's arrest in Bangladesh draws global attention: US singer, others seek Trump's intervention

India TV News  

The protest against the arrest of ISKCON priest Chinmoy Krishna Das in Bangladesh has gained momentum across the country and abroad, wherein several global leaders, and eminent personalities raised grave conditions of Hindus after PM Sheikh Hasina's ouster. In separate letters to Biden and Trump, the Foundation for India and Indian Diaspora Studies on Wednesday expressed grave concern over the …

Hindu monk’s arrest in Bangladesh: Yunus government’s anti-minority bias on display
4 months ago

Hindu monk’s arrest in Bangladesh: Yunus government’s anti-minority bias on display

Firstpost  

The arrest of Chinmoy Krishna Das under dubious sedition charges in Bangladesh highlights the growing state-driven atrocities against Hindus. His detention seems to be less about national sovereignty and more about silencing dissent The recent arrest of Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari has cast a glaring spotlight on the Yunus government’s alleged anti-Hindu bias and the rising Islamist influence …

Lawyers in southeastern Bangladesh boycott courts after violence kills 1
4 months ago

Lawyers in southeastern Bangladesh boycott courts after violence kills 1

Associated Press  

DHAKA, Bangladesh — Lawyers in southeastern Bangladesh boycotted courts Wednesday to protest the killing of a colleague in a daylong violence over the arrest of a prominent minority Hindu leader. Hundreds of followers of Krishna Das Prabhu clashed with security officials and Muslims after a magistrate denied him bail and ordered him detained on sedition charges Tuesday pending further proceedings. …

Bangladesh: 30 people detained for lawyer's murder after clash with Hindu priest's followers
4 months ago

Bangladesh: 30 people detained for lawyer's murder after clash with Hindu priest's followers

Hindustan Times  

In an overnight operation across Chattogram, Bangladesh's joint forces detained 30 individuals in connection with the murder of a lawyer, which occurred during a clash between the followers of former ISKCON leader Chinmoy Das, police, and lawyers, reported Bangladeshi news outlet The Daily Star. Policemen charge baton to disperse the supporters of Bangladeshi Hindu leader Krishna Das Prabhu Public prosecutor, …

Bangladesh Says 'Internal Affair' As India Flags Safety Of Hindus After ISKCON Monk's Arrest
4 months ago

Bangladesh Says 'Internal Affair' As India Flags Safety Of Hindus After ISKCON Monk's Arrest

ABP News  

After India expressed "deep concern" over the arrest of ISKCON Bangladesh monk Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari under sedition charges and urged Dhaka to ensure the safety of Hindus and all other minorities, the neighbouring country in a sharp reaction said it does not interfere with the judiciary, which is "fully independent". Dhaka said the Indian government's statement "completely disregards that …

Bangladesh arrests six after lawyer murdered in Hindu protests
4 months 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
4 months 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 …

30 detained over killing of lawyer during protest against Hindu monk's arrest
4 months ago

30 detained over killing of lawyer during protest against Hindu monk's arrest

India Today  

At least 30 suspects were detained in Bangladesh's Chattogram city for their alleged involvement in the killing of a lawyer and attacking security personnel over the arrest of a prominent Hindu community leader, police said on Wednesday. Assistant public prosecutor Saiful Islam, who was in his early 30s, was killed on Tuesday during clashes between security personnel and followers of …

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