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Congressional Briefing Flags State-Backed Attacks on Bangladesh Hindus, Urges Targeted U.S. Action
A Washington, DC congressional briefing organized by CoHNA and HinduAction presented detailed testimony alleging state-enabled violence against Hindus and other religious minorities in Bangladesh ahead of the February 12 election. Speakers urged U.S. policymakers to condemn abuses, hold hearings, designate Bangladesh as a Country of Particular Concern, consider a Foreign Terrorist Organization designation for Jamaat-e-Islami,…
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Parliament Of The World’s Religions Features Discussion On Distinguishing The Sacred Swastika From Hitler’s Hakenkreuz
The panel at the Parliament of the World’s Religions in Chicago focused on distinguishing the sacred Swastika from Hitler’s Hakenkreuz, featuring representatives from various faiths who highlighted the historical, cultural, and spiritual disparities between these symbols. Emphasizing the Swastika’s ancient origins and positive connotations across Hindu, Buddhist, Jain, and Native American traditions, the discussion clarified…
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Malegaon 1921 – a precursor to the Moplah Riots
The Khilafat violence of 1921 is a forgotten event. It was a precursor to the Malabar Riots of 1921. On March 15th, 1920, a Khilafat committee was formed in Malegaon to conduct lectures and religious sermons. Nine months later, one of the Khilafat leaders, Shaukat Ali, visited Malegaon and political activities got a religious boost.…