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Bangladesh : Awami League calls for general strike, blockade
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
The Awami League has announced a series of protests, including a general strike and blockade, against the "false cases" filed against Sheikh Hasina and the persecution of religious minorities in Bangladesh. The party warned that stricter measures will follow if their activities are obstructe
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US Ambassador Garcetti reaffirms commitment to safeguard religious minorit
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
While speaking with ANI, Garcetti said, "We have been very clear that around the world, religious minorities must be protected no matter what country they live in. That's a cornerstone not only of democracy but of peace in the world."
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Canada targets Chinese officials with sanctions over human rights abuses
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
The Canadian government's decision came in response to ongoing reports of systemic repression and abuses in China, including arbitrary detention, forced labour, and violence against ethnic and religious minorities. Specifically, the sanctions addressed the Chinese government's treatment of U
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Foreign Secretary Misri raises India's concerns over safety of minorities
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Monday raised the issue of attacks on minorities, including Hindus, with Bangladesh leaders and officials in Dhaka.
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Indian Diaspora foundation expresses concern over situation of Hindus in B
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
In a statement addressed to United States President Joe Bide, FIIDS highlighted the precarious situation of religious minorities in Bangladesh. The body also emphasised that Bangladesh has had a "long and tragic history of violence" against religious minorities, especially Hindus.
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Congress expresses concern over "atmosphere of insecurity" faced by religi
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
Congress leader Pawan Khera on Wednesday said that the Indian National Congress has expressed "deep concern" over the insecurity being faced by religious minorities in Bangladesh, citing the recent arrest of religious leader and spokesperson of the Bangladesh Sammilit Sanatan Jagran Jote, Ch
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UN Human Rights Committee criticises Pakistan's human rights record, urges
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
The Committee expressed alarm over a disturbing rise in discrimination, hate speech, and hate crimes targeting religious minorities in Pakistan, including Christians, Ahmadis, Hindus, and Sikhs.
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Indian-American Congressman Thanedar slams Canada's handling of attacks on
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
Indian-American Congressman Shri Thanedar has condemned the Canadian government's response to recent attacks on Hindus, accusing it of "playing politics" and failing to protect religious minorities. Thanedar described the attacks as "purely terroristic acts" and criticised Canada's stance, c
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Geneva: Kashmiri activist raises concern over persecution of religious min
Updated : 1 year, 5 months ago IST
Javed Beigh, a political activist from Jammu and Kashmir, raised concerns about the ongoing persecution of religious and ethnic minorities in Pakistan during an event at the Geneva Press Club.
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JSFM central leader Goro Sindhi critically injured in attack
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
In a shocking turn of events, Goro Sindhi, a central leader of the Jeay Sindh Freedom Movement (JSFM), is in critical condition following a violent attack.
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US claims 'concerns' on alleged discrimination of minorities in India
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
A detailed section of the report also mentioned the "targeted attacks against religious minorities in India."
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Human Rights Commission report highlights challenges faced by religious mi
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) released its annual report detailing the significant challenges faced by religious minorities in Pakistan.
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