Human Rights Body Warns of Escalating Attacks on Minorities in Bangladesh
A human rights organisation has expressed serious concern over a sharp rise in violence against minority communities in Bangladesh, warning that the incidents reflect a widespread and alarming trend across the country rather than isolated cases.
Is Bangladesh Moving Toward Radical Extremism Under Dr. Yunus?
An opinionated analysis warning that Bangladesh under Dr. Yunus is facing rising political persecution, radicalization, lawlessness, and democratic backsliding, with growing concerns over human rights abuses, media suppression, and the credibility of the 2026 election.
Former MIC Youth Chief Calls on Malaysia to Respond to Hindu Killings in Bangladesh
Former MIC Youth chief Datuk Sivarraajh Chandran has urged the Malaysian government to address recent incidents of violence against Hindus in Bangladesh, stating that an official response would align with Malaysia’s established stance on human rights and the protection of civilians.
Lawyer Beaten in Two Phases, Eight Identified in Incident: Police
Lawyer Naim Kibria Kani (35) was beaten to death in two phases in the Bashundhara Residential Area of the capital. Police disclosed this information citing the confessional statement given in court by the prime suspect, Md. Zobayer Hossain Pappu (29). Police also said that 7 to 8 more people have been identified as suspects in connection with the incident.
Four Days On, No Arrests: Khokon Das Laid to Rest Amid Growing Public Fury
Khokon Chandra Das (38) has died after fighting for his life for four days after being injured in an attack by miscreants in Damudya upazila of Shariatpur. Even four days after the incident, the failure to arrest the accused has sparked intense anger among the victim’s family members and local residents.
133 Killed, 7,511 Injured in Political Violence in 2025: HRSS
Political and electoral violence, mob violence and lynching, attacks on journalists, border killings and abuse, extrajudicial killings, and violence against women and children in Bangladesh reached an alarming level in 2025, according to the human rights organization Human Rights Support Society (HRSS).
Human Rights Situation ‘Disappointing and Alarming’ in 2025: HRSS Report
The human rights situation in the country remained “disappointing and alarming” throughout 2025 due to the failure of law enforcement agencies, ineffective government responses, and the irresponsibility of major political parties, according to the annual report of the Human Rights Support Society (HRSS).
Mob-Style Violence Against Minorities Escalates as Another Man Burned Alive in Bangladesh
Just days after the brutal killing of garment worker Dipu Chandra Das in Mymensingh—where he was beaten to death on allegations of blasphemy and his body was set on fire—another similarly horrific attack on a minority individual has occurred in Shariatpur.
Five Groups Write to EU Over Mob Violence Under Yunus Government
Following the political transition in Bangladesh in August 2024, five civil society organisations active at the European and international levels have sent a letter to the European Union (EU) expressing deep concern over the deterioration of human rights, the security situation, and democratic governance under the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus.
Bangladesh Sees Surge in Violence as February 2026 Elections Approach: OMCT
Bangladesh is witnessing an increase in violence and growing pressure on civic space as the country heads toward parliamentary elections scheduled for February 2026, according to two international human rights organisations.