Bangladesh arrested Hindu priest Chinmoy Krishna Das on specific charges, sparking protests and international concern. India voiced "deep concern" over the arrest and denial of bail, urging Bangladesh to ensure minority safety.

A lawyer defending Hindu priest Chinmoy Krishna Das was reportedly killed amid raging protests outside Bangladesh Court on Tuesday. A huge crowd, largely believed to be Hindus were present outside the Bangladesh's Chattogram Court to protest against the arrest of Chinmoy Krishna Das when the police reportedly launched a crackdown and opened fire on them.

Chinmoy Krishna Das, a Hindu monk and leader of Sammilita Sanatani Jote, was arrested in Bangladesh, triggering protests. India urged authorities to ensure the safety of minorities amid rising tensions.

Kolkata: The arrest of ISKCON monk Chinmoy Krishna Das in Bangladesh also raised a furore in the neighbouring country India.Talking to the Free Press Journal, vice president and spokesperson of ISKCON Kolkata,

Chinmoy Krishna Das Prabhu, who enjoys massive popularity in Bangladesh, urged his supporters to remain peaceful and avoid disrupting public order.

An Iskcon priest was arrested in Dhaka. He was detained at the airport. He is accused of disrespecting the Bangladeshi flag. A saffron flag was placed over the national flag during a rally. The priest is one of several facing sedition charges.

Bangladesh government on Tuesday reacted to India's statement on the arrest of Hindu priest and said that it not only misrepresent facts but also stand contrary to the spirit of friendship and understanding between the two neighboring countries.

Dhaka: Responding to India’s concerns over the arrest of ISKCON monk Chinmoy Krishna Das, Bangladesh issued a statement saying that his (Chinmoy Das) detention has been ‘misconstrued by certain quarters since Chinmoy Krishna Das was arrested on specific charges’.

Clashes erupted in Chattogram, Bangladesh, as police used tear gas to disperse Hindu protesters demonstrating against the sedition arrest of community leader Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari. The ensuing violence resulted in one death and multiple injuries.

India on Tuesday, 26 November 2024, expressed its "deep concern" over the developments. Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari was taken into custody by the Detective Branch (DB) of Dhak

DHAKA (Reuters) -At least one person was killed in Bangladesh in clashes between security forces and Hindus protesting against the arrest of a religious leader, police said, even as neighbouring India urged that the safety of Hindus and minorities be ensured.