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Volunteers getting notices from two police forces: CJP
Abhijeet Dipke has alleged that BJP is planning 'violence' during CJP protest in New Delhi on Oct 10.
CBI files FIR, searches sites linked to Bhagwant Mann campers; ED summons CM's bro-in-law
CBI action follows high court order on 'graft' around Punjab CMO; ED summons Amardeep Grewal on Friday after he seeks adjournment.
Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Vadra detained by police amid protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar at Akashvani Bhawan
Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra were detained by Delhi Police during a protest against the Chief Election Commissioner. Earlier, several Youth Congress and NSUI leaders were also detained outside Akashvani Bhawan. The Congress leaders are protesting until they can meet the Election Commissioners regarding the Special Intensive Revision exercise. Meanwhile, misleading social media posts about government intervention were debunked by the PIB Fact Check unit.
Delhi protests: Video message highlights 'misbehaviour, assaults' faced by female cops
The remarks come amid ongoing protests in the New Delhi district, including demonstrations involving the Cockroach Janta Party, student organisations and Congress-led opposition parties near Parliament. Delhi Police has deployed personnel in large numbers to manage the gatherings and prevent any escalation.
Left student organisations to join October 10 protest in Delhi
On October 10, five Left student organisations are set to protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi. They demand the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar along with the revocation of the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. The organisations have reported use of excessive force by Delhi Police against protestors and journalists. They aim to collaborate with other democratic entities to strengthen their movement.
Delhi Police arms frontline personnel with bodycams amid protest-related allegations
Delhi Police is implementing the use of body-worn cameras for frontline officers managing protests in New Delhi. This initiative aims to document interactions between police personnel and protesters during demonstrations. The recordings will serve as evidence in cases of alleged misconduct by officers or protesters. Following complaints of misconduct by police during a recent protest, investigations are underway.
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Delhi Police arrests man over AI video falsely showing ACP Vivek Bhagat sexually assaulting woman
Nadeem Ahmed Ameen, a 24-year-old man from Haryana, was arrested for sharing a fabricated video. This video depicted Assistant Commissioner of Police Vivek Bhagat allegedly engaging in inappropriate conduct. Police are investigating whether this act was part of a larger conspiracy against the Delhi Police. Ameen claimed to be a journalist and was running an Instagram account with 24,000 followers.
CJP activists getting police notices, being pressured not to join Oct 10 Delhi protest: Abhijeet Dipke
Abhijeet Dipke has claimed that police are pressuring Cockroach Janta Party activists not to attend their protest in Delhi. The proposed agitation is scheduled for October 10, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Dipke expressed concern over police questioning travel expenses and potential violence predictions. He criticized the intervention of Chandrapur police regarding participants traveling from Maharashtra to Delhi.
Delhi court grants bail to students arrested during protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar, backs police concerns
A Delhi court granted bail to students arrested during a protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The court acknowledged the serious allegations involving assault on police officials and damage to public property. It noted that the right to peaceful protest does not permit violence against police personnel. The students were required to furnish a personal bond and comply with specific bail conditions.
Delhi protest: Additional DCP charge withheld for ACP accused of sexually harassing journalist
The Delhi government has decided to withhold ACP Vivek Bhagat's additional duty charge amid sexual harassment allegations. Bhagat voluntarily requested to delay his new role pending a full inquiry into the accusations. These allegations involve sexual harassment against three women journalists during a recent protest. The complaints have been forwarded to the Crime Branch for a thorough investigation.
CEC row: Security heightened around Jantar Mantar, ECI HQ ahead of opposition march today
Security has been reinforced around Jantar Mantar and the Election Commission of India headquarters in New Delhi. The police heightened their presence after protests by opposition parties and detained some demonstrators who sought accountability. Three women journalists reported incidents of sexual harassment during protests, prompting their complaints to be transferred to the Crime Branch. Demonstrations relating to electoral rolls also resulted in tensions with the police.
Supreme Court tells Delhi Police to create fear among goons to prevent crimes against women
The Supreme Court has made it clear that the Delhi Police must take decisive action to safeguard women from crime. In its directives, the court called for heightened monitoring and foot patrols in areas known for vulnerability, such as parks and schools. The court also insisted on the importance of overseeing CCTV footage and reacting quickly to anything suspicious. As festivals approach, police were cautioned about potential crime spikes.
Parliament Street violence: Delhi Police files 4 FIRs for rioting, stabbing and obstruction; 18 arrested
Following tumultuous protests outside Parliament Street, Delhi Police have filed numerous FIRs and taken 18 individuals into custody. Demonstrators allege misconduct against women journalists by police, leading Rahul Gandhi to call for the disclosure of pertinent CCTV footage. The escalating tensions are a reaction to protests targeting Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's electoral revisions. The police have escalated claims of misconduct to the Crime Branch for further inquiry.
Rahul Gandhi attacks Delhi Police over Jantar Mantar allegations
Rahul Gandhi has accused Delhi Police of targeting women protesters and journalists during recent protests in the capital. He has called for the release of CCTV footage from Saket police station for transparency. Allegations of misbehavior and harassment towards women journalists were reported during protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The Delhi Police has confirmed receipt of the complaints and is conducting an investigation through its Crime Branch.
Delhi HC dismisses pleas seeking SIT probe into 2020 riots, Jamia violence
The Delhi High Court has dismissed several petitions regarding an SIT investigation into the 2020 northeast Delhi riots. The court also considered petitions related to the 2019 violence at Jamia Millia Islamia after protests against the Citizenship Amendment Act. The bench emphasized that the dismissal was based on the reasons outlined in their judgment. Petitioners sought various actions, including medical treatment, compensation, and FIRs against police misconduct.
Protesters detained outside Delhi police station, demand FIR over journalists’ harassment claims
Protesters assembled outside the Parliament Street police station, asking for an FIR regarding sexual harassment claims. Three women journalists alleged police personnel harassed them during a protest at Jantar Mantar. They criticized the police for not providing CCTV footage or updates on the case. The New Delhi district police have transferred the complaints to the Crime Branch for investigation.
‘Govt planning to arrest Abhijeet Dipke & Ashutosh Ranka’: CJP’s Saurav Das claims ahead of Oct 10 protest
CJP spokesperson Saurav Das claimed the government plans to arrest him and several other party leaders, including Abhijeet Dipke, Ashutosh Ranka and Ratna Singh, and called for a major protest mobilisation from October 10. He said the movement would continue even if leaders were arrested.
Delhi: Rohini court lawyers to strike on Monday, bar police entry over 'assault' on advocate
The Rohini Court Bar Association is organizing a protest against the alleged assault of Advocate Kamaldeep by police. Members will abstain from judicial work on October 5 as a mark of protest. They also announced that no police officials will be allowed on court premises that day. The association condemned police misconduct and expressed serious concerns over the treatment of advocates.
"Why won't they speak to us?" CJP's Saurav Das protests over journalist's FIR demand after alleged harassment by Delhi Police
Recent protests erupted outside the Parliament Street Police Station after a female journalist reported police misconduct. The Cockroach Janata Party has called for an FIR to be registered, emphasizing the gravity of the allegations. In response, the Delhi Police stated that the complaints have been handed over to the Crime Branch for investigation.
Elderly couple hit by SUV in Delhi's Kirti Nagar: Driver checks on injured couple, flees; 79-year-old man flung onto bonnet, wife injured
In a tragic incident in Kirti Nagar, a 79-year-old man, Dayanand, and his 71-year-old wife, Kusum Tagra, suffered injuries when an SUV collided with them. The driver, Navleen Kaur, reportedly fled after a brief check on their condition. Both victims are hospitalized and receiving care. The police have filed a FIR for reckless driving and seized the vehicle, exploring whether Kaur was distracted while driving.
Gandhi, Nehru & Ambedkar invoked in Gyanesh Kumar row: CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke tells CEC, 'It’s done, bro'
Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party, invoked Mahatma Gandhi, Dr BR Ambedkar and Jawaharlal Nehru while taking a swipe at the Centre amid his party’s protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Dipke described Gandhi as the “SOUL of India”, Ambedkar as the “BACKBONE of India” and Nehru as the “MIND of India”, while announcing another protest in Delhi if Gyanesh Kumar does not resign.
Delhi: Three women journalists allege sexual harassment during protest, crime branch to probe
Three women journalists have alleged sexual harassment by police personnel during protests in New Delhi. The complaints have been transferred to the Crime Branch for a thorough investigation and inquiry. Opposition Leader Rahul Gandhi criticised the Delhi Police for their actions and held the Home Ministry accountable. Demonstrations were held against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, leading to multiple arrests.
FIR against CJP organisers in Mumbai, 150 detained in Delhi
Mumbai police registered an FIR against the Cockroach Janta Party for their protest at Shivaji Park. The protest demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over electoral roll irregularities. In Delhi, protesters continued to march towards Jantar Mantar for the same cause, despite police restrictions.
Delhi Police registers 3 FIRs over anti-CEC protests, none named
Delhi Police filed three FIRs connected to protests held on Friday by students and political activists. The protests aimed to demand the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over allegations of electoral roll manipulation. Police imposed prohibitory orders to ensure public safety and prevent gatherings without prior permission. Nearly 1,000 individuals were detained, including prominent political leaders and activists during the protests.
"So many people will arrive that your barricades won't be enough": Abhijeet Dipke amid protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar
In a wave of dissent, protests erupted in Mumbai and Delhi against the Election Commission over alleged electoral wrongdoings. CJP leader Abhijeet Dipke anticipated a substantial turnout, stressing the critical nature of voting rights. Actor Shabana Azmi underscored how the Constitution safeguards these rights. Meanwhile, opposition leaders called for the ousting of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Authorities detained several protesters in Delhi due to strict prohibitory measures in place.
"We will raise our voice": AAP's Sanjay Singh calls police deployment outside residence "peak dictatorship"
AAP MP Sanjay Singh criticized police presence outside his home amidst protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. He described the situation as dictatorial and expressed concerns over restrictions on the right to protest. Singh accused police of acting under directives from the BJP leadership. During the protests at Jantar Mantar, AAP Delhi president Saurabh Bharadwaj was detained by police for joining the demonstration.
Delhi Police denies permission for Oct 2 protest at Jantar Mantar, security beefed up
Delhi Police refused permission for a planned protest at Jantar Mantar against CEC Gyanesh Kumar. The protest is organized by the All India Students' Association and others to demand Kumar's resignation. Security measures have been increased in New Delhi with personnel deployed to prevent unauthorized gatherings. Demonstrators expressed concern regarding the handling of electoral rolls and citizens' voting rights.
Mamata Banerjee alleges 'hooliganism' outside her house, attacks on TMC leaders in Bengal
Mamata Banerjee has openly condemned the recurring acts of hooliganism occurring outside the homes of opposition leaders. She claims that between 200 to 300 individuals gather daily to create disturbances, allegedly with government backing. Amid increasing hostilities, Banerjee has expressed concern over the waning security for herself and her TMC colleagues.
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