Bangladesh has cancelled the judges’ training programme in India, citing a directive from its Supreme Court. The programme was scheduled to begin on February 10 at the National Judicial Academy and State Judicial Academy in Madhya Pradesh. This decision marks a change in judicial training collaboration between the two countries. Further details on the reasons behind the cancellation remain unclear.
Bob Blackman, a Conservative Member of Parliament for Harrow East in the United Kingdom condemned the attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh. Addressing the parliament on Thursday (Nov 28), Blackman showed his concern by the attempt of a High Court in Bangladesh to ban ISKCON from the country. In a post on X, he attached a video of himself speaking in the parliament and said, “Today, I condemned the attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh and the imprisonment of Chinmoy Krishna Das. I am also concerned by the attempt in their High Court to rule that ISKCON should be banned from the country. Freedom of religion must be preserved globally.”
Bangladesh is pursuing a trial against ex-Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina at the ICC, prompted by her flight to India amid protests against her government. Interim Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus discussed charges related to crimes against humanity during a meeting with the ICC prosecutor, including allegations of massacres and enforced disappearances during Hasina’s tenure.
A group of 68 eminent personalities, including a retired High Court Judge, senior bureaucrats, and a sitting MP, has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to intervene in addressing escalating atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh. The appeal highlights systematic attacks on Hindu religious sites, properties, and individuals, alongside the arrest of ISKCON leader Chinmoy Krishna Das on alleged fabricated sedition charges. The signatories demand urgent action, including the protection of Hindus, release of detained leaders, justice for victims of violence, international sanctions on Bangladesh, and raising the issue at global forums. They urge India’s leadership to uphold its commitment to justice and religious freedom.
The Bangladesh government labeled ISKCON a “fundamentalist” group amid rising tensions following the arrest of a Hindu priest, which sparked protests for minority protections. The interim administration faces criticism over its handling of anti-Hindu violence. Diplomatic strains with India increased as it urged protection for Hindu communities, prompting a defensive response from Dhaka.
A UP court sentenced Mohammad Alim to life imprisonment for raping a student under a false identity, likening his actions to “Love Jihad,” seen as a threat to national unity. Judge Diwakar warned of demographic warfare and illegal conversions aimed at undermining India’s integrity, invoking the Uttar Pradesh Prohibition of Unlawful Religious Conversion Act.
The Jharkhand High Court on Tuesday(9th April), seeks CAA clarification to address illegal Bangladeshi immigrants in Santhal Pargana. The PIL highlighted disruption caused by the immigrants in the local tribal population’s way of life. The bench requested the Union government to clarify its stance and plans for enforcing the CAA in Jharkhand. Follow-up hearing scheduled for May 3.
The Supreme Court Today (April 5th) rejected a petition requesting the transfer of the mortal remains of Sufi saint from Bangladesh to India. CJI D Y Chandrachud, leading a three-judge bench, stated that there is no constitutionally enforceable entitlement to request the transportation of the Sufi saint’s mortal remains, as he was a citizen of Pakistan.
CJI DY Chandrachud emphasized the vital role of Election Commissions and Supreme Courts in operating Constitutional mechanisms and institutions. He advocated for comparative constitutional processes among South Asian courts and highlighted the importance of inclusion and diversity. The CJI underscored the significance of dialogues among courts and the pivotal role of democracy and the rule of law.