Monday, 14 October 2024 () The Hindus constitute about 8 per cent of the 170 million population in Bangladesh. The community has faced attacks since regime change on August 5 and in the latest series of incidents, Durga Puja mandaps faced vandalism.
The Murder of Ram Gopal Mishra during a Durga idol immersion procession in Bahraich on October 13 has sparked violent clashes and unrest. Two accused, Sarfaraz and Fahim, were shot in a police encounter near the Nepal border as authorities intensified efforts to restore order. The community's outrage...
The accused of the Bahraich incident, Sarfaraz, was injured in an encounter on Thursday. According to reports, another accused Talib has also been injured in the intense firing. Earlier on Sunday,..
Artisans in Bangladesh's capital of Dhaka are busy making idols for the upcoming Durga Puja, the biggest religious festival for Hindus in Bangladesh and India. Hindus are a minority in Muslim-majority..
In a controversial decision, Bangladesh's new interim government led by Muhammad Yunus has imposed restrictions on Durga Puja celebrations, asking Hindus to pause musical instruments during namaz and..