Tensions flare over burial denial to Christians in Chhattisgarh; points to larger malaise within tribal society

(Photo: Pixabay) In the village of Dhurguda near Jagdalpur, district Bastar, Chhattisgarh the death of a Christian man sparked a significant dispute over burial rights, highlighting the ongoing tensions surrounding religious conversions in the region on 22 May 2024. The deceased’s family faced strong opposition from villagers when they attempted to bury him on their … Read more

Tensions in Manipur remain high as bomb blast kills 1, wounds others 10 months after violence began

At the entrance gate of Manipur’s Churachandpur district, an effigy bears the message “Justice is Dead.” (Photo: The Christian Post) Violence has continued to ravage Manipur for 10 months, with the latest incident being a bomb explosion on March 1 that claimed one life and left two others injured. The ongoing turmoil, which has made … Read more

Rising tensions in Tripura as Hindu group plans protest against tribal Christians on Christmas Day

Battala, Agartala, Tripura, India. (Photo: Unsplash/Sourav Debnath) In a move that threatens to heighten communal tensions, the Janajati Dharma Sanskriti Suraksha Manch (JSM), an affiliate of the pro-Hindu Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), has announced its intention to stage a protest rally on Christmas Day in Agartala, the capital of Tripura. The focus of their demonstration … Read more

Controversial Hindu guru’s comments against the Christian community cause tensions in Punjab

(Photo: Unsplash/Sehaj #14) The Christian community in Punjab is up in arms after a self-styled Hindu spiritual guru used derogatory language against the Christian faith and community. Dhirendra Krishna Shastri, who is also known as Bageshwar Dham Baba is a controversial figure who is often identified with Hindu right-wing politics. During his recent visit to … Read more

Communal tensions erupt in Nepalgunj between the Hindu and Muslim community

(Photo: Christian Today/Hanna Mitchell) In an unusual turn of events in the usually peaceful nation of Nepal, a curfew was enforced in Nepalgunj city on October 3, amid concerns of communal (sectarian) violence between Hindus and Muslims. The strife began when a Hindu boy posted a controversial social media status about Muslims in the regional … Read more