Hindu Hotel Owner Beaten to Death Over a Trivial Incident
A hotel businessman has allegedly been beaten to death over a trivial incident in Kaliganj upazila of Gazipur. Police have detained three people in connection with the incident. According to local residents and police sources, the incident is being viewed as another case of mob violence.
UK MP Raises Concern Over Bangladesh Situation, Urges Protection of Religious Freedom
A senior UK Member of Parliament has expressed deep concern over the current situation in Bangladesh, particularly regarding growing calls for the protection of religious freedom and the safety of minority communities.
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.
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.
Violence Against Minority: Damudya Businessman Khokon Chandra Dies After Being Set on Fire
Khokon Chandra Das, a businessman from Damudya in Shariatpur, has died. He passed away on Saturday (3 January) at around 7:30 am while undergoing treatment at the National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery in Dhaka.
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).
Minorities Worry Over Their Safety Ahead of Polls After 2,184 Religious and 489 Indigenous Attacks
Religious and ethnic minority communities in Bangladesh are increasingly worried about their safety as the country moves toward its next national election, amid a sharp rise in violence targeting vulnerable groups.
US Raises Concerns Over Minority Safety in Bangladesh After Lynching of Hindu Worker
US lawmakers have strongly condemned the brutal lynching of Dipu Chandra Das, a Hindu garment worker in Bangladesh, amid growing international alarm over escalating violence against religious minorities in the country.
Protesters Gather in London Over Violence Against Hindus in Bangladesh
A large group of British Hindus and members of the Bangladeshi-origin Hindu community gathered outside the Bangladesh High Commission in London on Saturday to protest against what they described as ongoing violence and persecution of religious minorities in Bangladesh, particularly Hindus. The demonstrators organised the rally under the banner “Justice for Hindus”, calling for international attention and action to protect minority rights and ensure accountability for recent attacks.
71 Blasphemy-Linked Attacks on Hindus Reported Across Bangladesh in Six Months
A newly released report has raised serious concerns over the safety of religious minorities in Bangladesh, documenting at least 71 attacks against members of the Hindu community within a six-month period. These incidents were largely connected to allegations of blasphemy, a sensitive issue that has increasingly been used as a trigger for violence and intimidation.