ISKCON Kolkata Vice President, Radharaman Das, has reported that an ISKCON center in Dhaka, Bangladesh, was set on fire by miscreants. The incident took place early in the morning, around 2-3 am. According to Radharaman Das, the attackers poured petrol and burned down the temple. The idol of Lakshminarayan was also vandalized during the attack. The entire temple was destroyed in the fire. This event is part of a larger concern about violence against minorities in Bangladesh. ISKCON, a religious organization, has expressed deep concern over the safety of its temples and followers in the region following this unfortunate incident.
08 December,2024 11:13 AM IST
Sayan Ghosh, a young man from Ward No. 27 of Kamarhati Municipality in North 24 Parganas’s Belgharia, was injured while visiting a friend’s house in Dhaka, Bangladesh. 22-year-old Sayan was allegedly attacked with weapons by some miscreants. Sayan was seriously injured in the eyes, head and teeth. The attack was then carried out after only identifying Hindus and Indians. On Saturday night, he returned home through the Gede-Darshan border, but fear was in his eyes. Watch the video for more information.
02 December,2024 11:17 AM IST
An award ceremony recently took place in Mumbai, celebrating the trailblazers from the worlds of film, fashion, culture, and sports who have made significant contributions over the past year. The event saw a star-studded red carpet featuring some of Bollywood's most beloved figures, including Kartik Aaryan, Varun Dhawan, Vicky Kaushal, Arjun Kapoor, Rajkummar Rao, and Imtiaz Ali, all of whom were recognised for their outstanding achievements at the event. The occasion was further elevated by the glamorous presence of Bollywood divas Shraddha Kapoor, Triptii Dimri, Nora Fatehi, Karishma Tanna, Palak Tiwari, and reality show star Shalini Passi, who turned heads in statement-making outfits that added a touch of elegance to the evening.
30 November,2024 04:00 PM IST
Deadly floods have impacted lakhs in Bangladesh. Following the tragedy, Bangladesh blamed India for the same. India rebuffed Bangladesh’s claims over the Flood situation in bordering areas saying it is ‘Factually incorrect’.
23 August,2024 09:35 PM IST
The Nari Shakti forum recently organized a significant protest in Delhi, marching from Mandi House to Jantar Mantar to highlight the atrocities faced by minorities in Bangladesh. The demonstration was a response to the escalating violence against Hindus amid the country’s current political turmoil following the ouster of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Former BJP leader Nupur Sharma voiced her concerns sharply, calling for an immediate end to what she termed as genocide against the Hindu community in Bangladesh. Her strong stance was echoed by BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj, who also condemned the violence unequivocally. The protest underscored the urgent need for international attention and action to address the human rights violations and ensure the protection of minority communities in Bangladesh.
16 August,2024 04:51 PM IST
Days after being removed from office in Bangladesh, former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina made a special appeal to the people of ‘Sonar Bangla’ (Golden Bengal). In a heartfelt letter, she demanded justice for the vandalism of the Bangabandhu Museum. Sheikh Hasina stressed the need for a thorough investigation to identify and hold accountable those responsible for the recent killings and acts of sabotage. She emphasized the importance of finding the truth behind these attacks. Additionally, Sheikh Hasina urged everyone to observe National Mourning Day on August 15, which marks the assassination day of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the founding leader of Bangladesh. She called on the people to honor his memory and show solidarity by participating in this day of remembrance.
14 August,2024 04:32 PM IST
On August 14, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath spoke at an event in Lucknow marking Partition Horrors Remembrance Day. He drew a comparison between the violence of the 1947 Partition and the situation in Pakistan and Bangladesh today. Adityanath mentioned that the atrocities, such as killings and attacks against Hindus, which occurred during the Partition, are still happening in these countries. He highlighted that during the Partition, around one million Hindus were killed, and similar acts of arson, vandalism, and violence against women are occurring now. Adityanath urged people to learn from the historical mistakes of the Partition to prevent such horrors from happening again. Watch video for more.
14 August,2024 02:45 PM IST
Bangladesh protests continues even after Sheikh Hasina's ouster on August 5, which led to the formation of an interim government led by Md Yunus. Despite the change in leadership, violence persists, particularly against minority communities. Hundreds of Hindus have taken to the streets to protest attacks on their homes and temples, holding signs and pictures of the damage. In the US, Hindu groups have protested outside the White House, urging President Biden to take action against the violence. Hindu Democrats like Raja Krishnamoorthi and Shri Thanedar have also contacted the administration to express their concerns. White House spokesperson Karine Jean-Pierre stated that the US is closely monitoring the situation in Bangladesh. Watch video for more.
13 August,2024 04:58 PM IST
Massive Bangladesh protest forced Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to resign and leave the country. Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus was sworn in as Chief Advisor amid the unrest. Despite Hasina’s departure, violence against Bangladeshi Hindus and other minorities continues. Hindu temples and businesses face relentless attacks, leaving these communities feeling helpless. Bollywood actor Preity Zinta spoke out against the ongoing violence, urging the Bangladeshi government to take action to stop the attacks and protect minority communities. Actor Hina Khan also prayed for the safety and security of Hindus and other minorities, highlighting their ongoing suffering. Watch video to know what they said.
13 August,2024 01:01 PM IST
The ongoing Bangladesh protest has drawn global attention, with world powers closely watching the situation. On August 5, after weeks of unrest, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her officials left office, prompting US lawmakers to call for sanctions on Bangladeshi officials linked to her regime. Specifically, they mentioned HM Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal and Obaidul Quader from the Bangladesh Awami League. A letter signed by six Congressional Democrats was sent to the US Secretary of State and Treasury Secretary urging these sanctions. On August 6, US State Department Spokesperson Matthew Miller confirmed that the US is closely monitoring the situation. Human rights groups had accused Hasina of using excessive force against protesters, which she denied. Following this, the US welcomed Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus as the caretaker Prime Minister of the interim government. Hasina's departure came after 15 years of rule amid large protests against a controversial job quota system, which resulted in over 300 deaths and many injuries
12 August,2024 01:44 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
