US Congressman Asserts Bangladesh Interim Government Must Protect Hindu Minority
Over the weekend, Hindus from Bangladesh organized a rally at the White house demanding release of Chinmaya Das and protection for Hindus of Bangladesh.
India Cancels Consular Camps in Toronto Due to Inability to Ensure Minimum Security
"In view of the security agencies conveying their inability to provide minimum security protection to the community camp organisers, the Consulate has decided to cancel some of the scheduled consular camps," said the Consulate General in an X post.
Canadian Hindu Organizations Bar Politicians from Temple Facilities Until Khalistani Extremism is Addressed
It was issuing a strong directive following Sunday's attack on Hindu Canadians at the Hindu Sabha Temple in Brampton.
Indian High Commission Condemns Disruptions Outside Ottawa Consular Camp
The Indian High Commission in Ottawa has condemned the anti-India factions responsible for creating disruptions at the consular camp. The High Commission of India said in a statement, "It is deeply disappointing to see such disruptions being allowed for routine consular work being organized by our Consulates with the fullest cooperation of local co-organisers.".
Attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh not communal, reports ‘exaggerated', Says Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus
Speaking with news agency PTI at his official residence in Dhaka, Muhammad Yunus said that the issue was more political than communal, while suggesting it was a fallout from a political upheaval due to the largely-accepted perception that most Hindus supported the Awami League regime.
Yunus Visits Dhaka’s Historic Temple, Promises Equal Treatment for Hindus in Bangladesh
Visiting Dhakeswari National Temple in Dhaka, an 800-year-old Hindu heritage site, Yunus told the congregation, "The interim government is for equality and patience." He asked people to judge the interim government's activities after some time and said, "Everyone is entitled to equal rights here. There should be no discrimination. Please be patient and judge our actions later. Criticize us if we fall short."
Bangladeshi Hindus Demand Justice Amidst Ongoing Threats and Violence
BJHM compiled comprehensive data of the violent incidents against the Hindu community from August 5 to August 12, revealing there is continued fear amongst them even after being here for so many decades. The alliance, which claimed to be "politically neutral" in raising issues related to the Hindu community's rights, placed seven key demands before the interim government led by Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus, seeking their immediate actions at this juncture when the country was going through a tumultuous phase.
‘We will remain in our land': Bangladeshi Hindus Protest for Safety and Security
It has come to notice that Hindus in Bangladesh have become the victims of widespread and focused violence. The UN has come to notice and urged the interim Bangladeshi government, led by Mohammed Yunus, to take proper measures for protecting its minorities.
UN Condemns Racially Motivated Violence Amid Hindu Attacks in Bangladesh
“What we've made clear is we want to make sure that the violence that has been occurring in Bangladesh in recent weeks is tamped down. Certainly, we stand against any racially based attacks or racially based incitement to violence,” stated Farhan Haq, Deputy Spokesperson for the Secretary-General, on Thursday.
Secret Service Director Acknowledges Major Security Breach Since Reagan's 1981 Shooting
In particular, Khanna called for Cheatle to resign, citing historical precedent where then-Secret Service head Stewart Knight resigned after the 1981 incident. It is serious business, he said, when an assassination attempt is made against any president or former president or candidate, and if that's not checked properly, there needs to be accountability at the top.
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