Bangladesh

Justice Delayed, Defender Down: Bail Hearing for Hindu Monk Postponed as Attacked Lawyers Fail to Appear in Bangladesh Court

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Dhaka, Bangladesh – A bail hearing for Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, a Hindu priest from ISKCON detained on sedition charges, was indefinitely delayed after a no-show from his legal team in a Bangladesh court. The hearing, originally slated for today, has now been pushed to January 2 amid unsettling developments involving his defense lawyers. Reports indicate that the defense team, comprising 51 attorneys, has faced severe intimidation and violence, leading to their absence in court. Among them, advocate Ramen Roy, who is spearheading Das’s defense, was severely injured in an attack and is now recuperating … Read more

Kolkata Lawyer Chosen as Exclusive Indian Representative to Monitor Bangladesh Elections in the Commonwealth Team

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Kolkata, India – A prominent lawyer from Kolkata has been chosen as the sole Indian representative in a Commonwealth team overseeing the upcoming elections in Bangladesh. The lawyer, whose identity has not been disclosed, will serve as part of the team responsible for ensuring a fair and transparent electoral process in the country. This appointment highlights the international community’s commitment to upholding democratic principles and supporting free and fair elections. With the general elections in Bangladesh just around the corner, the presence of an Indian lawyer on the Commonwealth team signifies the importance of maintaining … Read more