Tag: Hindu

Bangladesh’s Arrest of Hindu Monk Sparks Outrage and Appeals for Justice

Manish Kumar

A Case That Resonates Beyond Borders The arrest and denial of bail to Bangladeshi Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari has reignited tensions over the treatment of religious minorities in Bangladesh. Known for his vocal advocacy on behalf of Hindu communities, the detention of this prominent figure has drawn widespread protests and international concern. As the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) appeals to India for intervention, the episode highlights ongoing challenges faced by minorities in Bangladesh and raises questions about justice and freedom of expression under its current interim…

Canada’s Ban on Australian Outlet Exposes Hypocrisy on Free Speech, Says India

Manish Kumar

Tensions between India and Canada escalated further after Canada blocked the prominent Australian news outlet Australia Today from airing in Canada. The ban came immediately after Australia Today aired a press conference held by India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, in which he criticized the Trudeau government’s permissiveness toward pro-Khalistani extremists. India responded sharply, calling the ban a glaring example of Canada’s “hypocrisy” regarding freedom of expression. Amid an already fraught diplomatic standoff, this action adds fuel to a complex international dispute over free speech, terrorism, and national sovereignty. The…