KANPUR, India — A young boy became the target of an aggressive assault in the Sarsaul locality of Kanpur after he declined to chant a religious slogan, exacerbating concerns over rising communal tensions in the region. The 13-year-old Muslim boy endured injuries, including a deep cut on his thigh inflicted with a shard of glass … Read more
ABU DHABI, UAE — In a chilling episode that has gripped the United Arab Emirates, Zvi Kogan, a prominent figure in the Chabad movement, was abducted and brutally slain in November, marking a grave incident that spurred debates on religious safety. The Abu Dhabi Federal Court of Appeals recently delivered its verdict, sentencing three individuals … Read more
Prayagraj, India — A devastating stampede at the Maha Kumbh Mela, one of the world’s largest religious gatherings, resulted in nearly 40 fatalities and numerous injuries early Wednesday morning. The incident occurred as millions of Hindu pilgrims convened to take a sacred bath in the confluence of three holy rivers on what is considered the … Read more
ABUJA, Nigeria — A tragic stampede at a religious gathering in Ibadan, the capital city of Oyo state in southwest Nigeria, has resulted in several fatalities and numerous injuries, according to local authorities. The incident broke out during a family-oriented event held at an Islamic high school, drawing a vast crowd of attendees. Governor Seyi … Read more
Ibadan, Nigeria — A devastating stampede at a religious festival in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State in southwestern Nigeria, has resulted in the deaths of at least 32 individuals, primarily young attendees, according to local officials. On Wednesday, as thousands of children and young people gathered at an Islamic high school to participate in … Read more
Dhaka, Bangladesh – On a recent Sunday at the National Press Club, religious leaders from Ulama-Mashayekh Bangladesh convened a press conference demanding justice for the victims of a 2018 assault on Tablighi Jamaat adherents. The violent incident occurred during the Bishwa Ijtema, an annual gathering of Muslims in Tongi near the Turag River, stirring a … Read more
Brampton, Ontario — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has spoken out against the violent incident at the Hindu Sabha Temple in Brampton, where devotees were reportedly attacked by individuals supporting the Khalistani cause. Trudeau underscored the fundamental right of all Canadians to practice their religion in peace and security. Following the event, the Peel Regional Police … Read more
Atlanta, GA — In the wake of recent tragedies, Georgia Senator Jen Jordan has amplified her calls for tighter regulations on firearm purchases and ownership, specifically targeting the ease with which individuals, including teenagers, can acquire military-style weapons such as AR-15s. During a period of mourning for several Georgia communities affected by gun violence, Senator … Read more
Toowoomba, Australia — A religious leader claimed charges against him and his followers, related to the death of an eight-year-old girl from withheld medical care, amount to “religious persecution.” The leader and 13 others face serious allegations after the girl, a diagnosed Type 1 diabetic, died when her insulin was intentionally not administered. The deceased … Read more
Hathras, India – A devastating stampede during a religious event organized by a self-styled spiritual leader in Uttar Pradesh’s Hathras district led to the deaths of 121 people, with dozens more injured. The incident occurred on Tuesday, sparking widespread shock and prompting inquiries into the cause and handling of the tragedy. Late on Tuesday, official … Read more