Mithun Sarkar drowned after being chased by a mob in Naogaon. The incident occurs amid a sharp rise in communal violence in Bangladesh ahead of elections, with over 50 incidents in December.
Mithun Sarkar, a Hindu man in Naogaon, Bangladesh, drowned after jumping into a canal to escape a chasing mob. Police are investigating the incident amid rising attacks on minorities.
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A Hindu man in Bangladesh died after jumping into a canal to escape a mob accusing him of theft. The incident highlights rising tensions and mob violence.
Mithun Sarkar died fleeing a mob in Bangladesh, marking another attack on minorities. Over 50 incidents reported in December alone. Read about the escalating crisis.
Rana Pratap Bairagi, a Hindu leader in Bangladesh, was shot dead near his Jessore factory. He had paid huge 'protection money' to radical groups. Read about the escalating minority persecution.
A powerful 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck the southern Philippines on Wednesday, as reported by USGS. Authorities are monitoring the situation. Read for live updates.
A Hindu journalist and a shop owner were killed in separate attacks in Bangladesh, marking the sixth minority killing in recent weeks. Communities demand justice amid rising violence.
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A wild boar attack in Bokaro's Chandankiyari block leaves one farmer dead, two seriously injured. Forest department issues alert and promises compensation. Read more.
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Business owners in Bangladesh's Narsingdi district demand justice for murdered Hindu trader Moni Chakraborty. This incident is part of a recent spate of violence against the minority community. Read more.
Dhaka police submit chargesheet in Sharif Osman Hadi murder case, citing political vengeance. 17 accused, including Awami League links. Get the latest details.
A series of violent incidents targeting the Hindu minority in Bangladesh has resulted in seven deaths since December 2025. The unrest follows political changes in the country. Read more.
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Bangladesh police charge 17 for student leader Sharif Osman Hadi's murder, citing political vengeance by Awami League's Chhatra League. Key details on the case and ongoing protests.