The Supreme Court heard serious allegations of sexual abuse in ISKCON-run schools and questioned the lack of action by authorities. The bench directed petitioners to approach NCPCR and state child rights commissions, stressing that children’s safety must be examined by a neutral body.
A Bangladesh court issued new arrest orders for Chinmoy Krishna Das, a Hindu leader in jail, relating to four additional cases, including obstructing police and attacking lawyers. This followed a previous murder charge. The situation highlights concerns over minority rights and the handling of religious speech, as tensions escalate surrounding his legal issues.
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.
Delhi High Court Rules on Copyright Protection for Adaptations of Religious Scriptures: A Deep Dive into the Bhaktivedanta Book Trust Case In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court has stated that while religious scriptures themselves cannot be copyrighted, their adaptations, including dramatic renditions and other derivative works, are indeed eligible for copyright protection. This […]
