Making Of An Idol In Bangladesh Ahead Of Durga Puja
Hindus in Bangladesh to celebrate Durga Puja in subdued manner amid threats, security concerns
Bangladesh is celebrating Durga Puja from October 9-13 and has extended general holidays in the wake of the festival. However, unprecedented violence against Hindus after Sheikh Hasina's ouster and threats by radical Islamic groups has cast a shadow over the celebrations.
Bangladesh extends durga puja holidays amid rising security concerns
Bangladesh extended Durga Puja holidays to four days, responding to the Hindu community's demands following attacks after Sheikh Hasina's resignation.
Durga Puja celebrations muted amid attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh
The Hindus in Bangladesh will celebrate Durga Puja in a subdued manner this year to register their protest against attacks on the community following Sheikh Hasina's ouster, according to minority leaders.
Durga Puja to be celebrated at 31,461 mandaps countrywide
Durga Puja, the biggest religious festival of the Bangalee Hindu community, will be celebrated at 31,461 puja mandaps across the country, including 252 in the capital. This information was disclosed at a press conference at Dhakeshwari National Temple in the capital this morning (8 October).
Durga puja celebration begins in Rangpur tomorrow
The Sanaton community will begin five-day celebrations of their greatest religious festival of Durga Puja with 'Bodhan' from tomorrow in the district amid due religious fervor and gaiety. The Sanaton devotees will start thronging all puja mandaps erected across the district from the morning to have a glance at goddess Durga and seek her blessings for their welfare and well-being of the whole humanity.
Ahead Of Durga Puja, US Asks Bangladesh To Protect Rights Of Hindus
More than 600 people, including Hindus, were killed during violent protests in Bangladesh culminating in the ouster of the Sheikh Hasina-led Awami League government, according to a UN report.
Bangladesh set to celebrate Durga Puja amid tensions
Bangladesh is set to celebrate Durga Puja the largest Hindu festival in the country from October 9 to 13 with high security amid tensions
US urges Bangladesh’s Yunus govt to protect minority rights as Hindus celebrate Durga Puja
The United States said it wants to see the rights of the minority communities protected in Bangladesh as Hindus celebrate their largest festival of Durga Puja
Awami League offers Durga Puja greetings to Hindus, calls for peaceful celebration
The Awami League today (8 October) called on its leaders, workers, and all those who believe in the spirit of the Liberation War to work together and preserve Bangladesh's traditional communal harmony.
Bangladesh announces general holiday for Durga Puja
The Bangladesh government has announced the addition of holidays for Durga Pooja celebration in the country Abul Kalam Azad Deputy Press Secretary to the Chie
Bangladesh's Hindus mull cancelling Durga Puja amid security concerns
Amid security concerns, Bangladesh's Hindu community might cancel Durga Puja festivities this year despite extra measures by the government. Anonymous letters demanding payment as 'tax' and threats to temples have heightened fears.
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Hindus in Bangladesh observe quiet Durga Puja this year amid ongoing unrest
This year’s Durga Puja celebrations in Bangladesh will be muted, as the Hindu community seeks to protest against the ...
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Chief Adviser greets Hindu community marking Durga Puja
DHAKA, Oct 8, 2024 (BSS) - Chief Adviser (CA) Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus today greeted all Hindu citizens of the country on ...