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Bangladesh High Court refuses to ban ISKCON

The petition to ban ISKCON cited media reports alleging the organization’s activities were provoking communal unrest…reports Asian Lite News The Bangladesh High Court on Thursday declined a request to ban the International

November 29, 2024

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Iran, Lebanon Review Israel Truce

A cautious calm has prevailed in southern Lebanon as the Israeli army and Hezbollah recently agreed to a 60-day pause in their yearlong conflict….reports Asian Lite News Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas

November 29, 2024

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UK MP Stands for Religious Freedom Amid Hindu Attacks in Bangladesh

As the news about Chinmoy Krishna’s arrest spread on social media, several protests broke out in Chittagong, demanding his immediate release….reports Asian Lite News The U.K. Conservative MP Bob Blackman lashed out

November 29, 2024

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Israeli Airstrike Breaks Lebanon Calm

The IDF said several “suspects,” some with vehicles, entered areas in southern Lebanon, violating the ceasefire agreement….reports Asian Lite News An Israeli fighter jet launched an airstrike in southern Lebanon, said the

November 29, 2024

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Relax and Rejuvenate at Natcha!

The story of Natcha Thai Massage & Spa is one of passion, cultural heritage, and a desire to bring authentic holistic wellbeing practices to the Yorkshire community, writes Prof. Geetha Upadhyaya, OBE.

November 28, 2024

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Bangladesh Islamists in Beijing

The Islamist leaders’ visit to Beijing comes at a time when the interim government in Bangladesh, headed by Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus, has been accused of targeting the minorities in the country…reports

November 28, 2024

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Bangladesh Hindu Crisis: Diaspora Appeals to Biden

The diaspora body also emphasised that Bangladesh has had a “long and tragic history of violence” against religious minorities, especially Hindus….reports Asian Lite News The Foundation for India and Indian Diaspora Studies

November 28, 2024

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Truce in Lebanon could unlock Gaza talks

Hamas saif they are following the progress of the agreement in Lebanon, “to express our commitment to cooperate with any efforts to stop the fire in Gaza.”…reports Asian Lite News Hamas said

November 28, 2024

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China invites Afghanistan to participate in regional meet

The date for the fifth foreign ministers’ meeting has not yet been announced…reports Asian Lite News China has invited the Taliban-led Afghanistan Government to participate in the fifth meeting of foreign ministers

November 28, 2024

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UN: Taliban detained 256 journalists since 2021

While the Taliban administration pledges to ensure journalists’ safety, the UN described the current media environment as restrictive, with ongoing threats and intimidation…reports Asian Lite News The United Nations mission in Afghanistan

November 28, 2024

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