U.S. President Donald Trump criticized the $. 21 million grant, saying it was meant to affect India’s elections. He spoke after the DOGE, supported by Elon Musk, canceled the funding. The money was supposed to help increase voter participation. Trump claimed it was meant to benefit a specific candidate.
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.
