Dhakeshwari Temple
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Hindus and Muslims unite to protect Dhaka's ancient temple after Hasina-led govt collapse: Priest
World | Aug 24, 2024, 02:55 PM ISTFollowing the collapse of the Sheikh Hasina government in Bangladesh, Hindus and Muslims united to protect the historic Dhakeswari Temple in Dhaka amid political turmoil. The community's efforts ensured the temple's safety despite the lack of police protection.
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Bangladesh interim govt chief Muhammad Yunus visits Dhakeshwari Temple, says 'rights equal for...'
World | Aug 13, 2024, 03:42 PM ISTAs per two Hindu organisations in Bangladesh, there have been over 205 attacks on minorities with several Hindu temples, homes and businesses vandalised since Sheikh Hasina's ouster. Yunus' interim government has promised normalcy and protection of minority rights.
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Bangladesh: Do you know the name of Dhaka is derived from Hindu deity Devi Dhakeshwari?
World | Aug 12, 2024, 05:09 PM ISTThere have been several reports of Hindus being attacked in Bangladesh in the aftermath of the violent protests in the country recently. But do you know that Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, has derived its name from a Hindu deity in the history?
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PM Modi offers prayer at Dhakeshwari Temple in Dhaka
World | Jun 07, 2015, 09:21 AM ISTDhaka: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today offered prayers at the famous 12th century Dhakeshwari national temple, the most revered place for Hindu community in Bangladesh.The Prime Minister spent around 15 minutes at the temple, which
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Sushma Swaraj prays for Bangladesh, India prosperity at Dhaka temple
World | Jun 27, 2014, 11:48 AM ISTDhaka: External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj today visited the well-known Dhakeshwari temple here saying it had capped a “successful” visit to Bangladesh. “I prayed for prosperity of both India and Bangladesh,” she told Hindu community