Bangladesh police use teargas against Hindu protesters


  • World
  • Tuesday, 26 Nov 2024

DHAKA (Reuters) - Police in Bangladesh used teargas on Hindus protesting against the arrest of a religious leader, even as neighbour India urged the country's caretaker government to ensure the safety and security of Hindus and minorities.

Chinmoy Krishna Das, a Hindu leader associated with the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), was arrested from Dhaka airport on Monday on several charges, including sedition.

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