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Indian diaspora holds 'Bharat First' gathering in Munich, calls for respect of democratic mandate
The gathering on Saturday brought together Indian professionals, students and families from across Germany. Participants called for respect for the mandate of 1.4 billion Indians and the government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Indian student groups protest against CEC, SIR in London; Govt supporters hold counter-protest
Protests took place in London at Mahatma Gandhi's statue, where crowds gathered to voice their opinions. Opposing groups supported and protested against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Keynote speaker Dhruv Rathee urged for changes in the election commission while opposing foreign interference. The demonstration followed a smaller event outside the High Commission of India the previous day.
SIR protest: Women's groups march to Delhi Police HQ demanding action over alleged sexual assaults on protestors
Women's groups in New Delhi organized a protest at the Delhi Police Headquarters on Saturday. They demanded accountability for police personnel accused of sexually assaulting protesters during recent demonstrations. The protestors highlighted numerous incidents of harassment, alleging misconduct against women, transgender, and non-binary individuals. In addition, they called for action against officials responsible for these abuses and sought to ensure safety in public life.
Dhruv Rathee faces bailable warrants in 2018 defamation case; Delhi court issues order
A Delhi court on Saturday issued bailable warrants against YouTuber Dhruv Rathee in a defamation case dating back to 2018. The order marks a development in the long-running legal proceedings involving the content creator. Details of the court's directions and the next steps in the case remain to be established.
Dhruv Rathee announces London protest against 'vote chori'; says time to ring the 'international bells'
YouTuber Dhruv Rathee has announced a protest in London against alleged 'vote chori', urging supporters in the British capital to join a demonstration outside Parliament Square on Saturday. In a post on X late Friday night, Rathee said the protest would take place at noon near Mahatma Gandhi’s statue.
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Fresh summons to YouTuber Dhruv Rathee in 2018 defamation case
Judicial Magistrate Rahul Jain was hearing the plea filed by BJP IT Cell member Vikas Pandey seeking a fresh summons to Rathee. In an order dated October 12, the court said, "From the available record, it is clear that the complainant has been trying to serve the accused no. 1 (Rathee) since the last several years..."
'Restores people's faith in justice system': Kapil Sibal after SC's directions to govt on protests
Senior advocate and Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal welcomed the Supreme Court's directions on Delhi protests, saying they restored public faith in the justice system. The court asked the Centre to ensure normal Metro services and uninterrupted internet access, and said peaceful protesters, lawyers and journalists should not be unlawfully detained or prevented from performing their duties. It also issued notice to the Centre over alleged violations of an earlier order.
Jammu and Kashmir Dy CM Surender Choudhary dismisses resignation reports, says cabinet expansion is leadership's call
Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary clarified that no ministers have been asked to resign. He addressed the media after his visit to Kali Mata Mandir during the Navratra festival. Choudhary encouraged news outlets to focus on significant issues rather than political speculations about cabinet expansion. He stated that decisions regarding ministerial changes are for the Chief Minister and National Conference president to make.
D K Shivakumar slams detention of CJP protesters in Delhi, says it is an insult to democracy
Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar expressed concern over the government's crackdown on protests in Delhi. Over 7,000 protesters were detained to prevent a planned mass mobilisation demanding the Chief Election Commissioner's resignation. Shivakumar emphasised the importance of allowing citizens to voice their concerns through protests in a democracy. He assured that Congress would fight against the removal of voters' names from electoral rolls.
CJP protest: ‘This is not arrest, this is not detention’, Dhruv Rathee alleges he was ‘abducted’
Dhruv Rathee statement: YouTuber Dhruv Rathee reported being detained by police at his residence in Gurugram on October 10. He described the incident as kidnapping and criticized the government's actions against dissent. Rathee emphasized his right as an Indian citizen to voice opinions on electoral issues. The police had denied permission for the planned protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
YouTuber Dhruv Rathee released late night after detention in Gurugram ahead of CJP protest
YouTuber Dhruv Rathee was apprehended by Delhi Police at his residence right before a planned rally organized by the Cockroach Janta Party to protest alleged electoral malpractices. The police cited security issues when refusing permission for the demonstration, resulting in about 150 protesters being detained. Additionally, the New Delhi Traders Association decided to close the Connaught Place market as a precaution.
124 former IAS, IFS officers write open letter to citizens, defending EC, SIR amid CJP protest
In an open letter, 124 former IAS and IFS officers defended the Election Commission's integrity during recent electoral processes. They emphasized the advancements in India’s electoral system that minimize fraud and errors. The letter countered allegations of vote rigging by pointing to evidence of successful elections under the current regime. Major ex-officials included Kanwal Sibal and R D Kapur, underscoring the letter's significance.
Are students protesting in Delhi dacoits from Chambal? Abhijeet Dipke's parents slam police action
Cockroach Janata Party convenor Abhijeet Dipke's parents criticised the government over his detention and the police crackdown on protesters in Delhi. His father questioned the heavy security deployment and defended the right to protest without permission, while his mother condemned his alleged detention aboard a flight. Police detained around 500 protesters.
CJP protest: Abhijeet Dipke, Dhruv Rathee, Kavya Karnatac to Pinarayi Vijayan, Arvind Kejriwal, Mamata Banerjee, full list of leaders and creators detained
A significant security crackdown in Delhi led to the detention of multiple political leaders and activists. Among those detained were prominent members of the Cockroach Janta Party and digital content creators. The detentions were reported at various locations, including homes and an airport shortly after arrival. This action took place ahead of a planned protest at Jantar Mantar seeking the resignation of Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
CJP chief Abhijeet Dipke, Saurav Das, and Ashutosh Ranka detained straight from flight after landing in Delhi
Delhi protest news Dipke detained: Delhi Police detained Cockroach Janta Party leaders shortly after their arrival in the capital on Saturday. The party had planned to protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged misconduct related to electoral rolls. Authorities imposed preventive measures, including restricting access to Jantar Mantar and tightening checks at Delhi's borders. Over 200 individuals were detained in total, aimed at preventing any gatherings.
Manipur violence: Kuki groups claim woman killed in firing by security forces
Protests occurred in Kuki areas regarding the arrest of volunteer members from Chassad village. Domkhonei Thouthang suffered injuries sustained from security forces and later died. On Thursday, a head constable from the Rapid Action Force was injured during a grenade attack in Imphal East district. The attack happened around 10 pm at the gate of B/107 RAF.
‘Modi has accepted defeat’: Dipke says ahead of Delhi protest as police detain 200+, including CJP’s legal head Ratna Singh, Dhruv Rathee
Delhi protest news: Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party, accused PM Narendra Modi of preemptively accepting defeat. Around 200 protestors were detained by Delhi Police as they attempted to gather at Jantar Mantar. The CJP organized this protest to demand the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged electoral roll manipulation. Authorities imposed prohibitory orders while preventing the demonstration through increased security and Metro station closures.
YouTuber Dhruv Rathee detained from Gurugram residence ahead of CJP protest
YouTuber Dhruv Rathee has been detained by Delhi Police from his residence ahead of a planned protest. The demonstration, organized by the Cockroach Janta Party, targets Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and electoral roll revisions. Around 150 protesters have been detained as police denied permission for the gathering. Meanwhile, Connaught Place market will remain shut due to safety concerns during the proposed protest.
Dhruv Rathee's Wife: Who is Juli Lbr-Rathee, whom the Indian YouTuber met on a tram while she was going to school?
Dhruv Rathee's wife, Juli Lbr-Rathee, is a German national and healthcare professional. Here's what to know about their first meeting in Germany, relationship, 2021 wedding and family life. As per reports, they met on a tram when they were going for studies.
SIR row: Former Bengaluru Police chief, ex-BJP candidate seeks probe into Dhruv Rathee’s visa status
Bhaskar Rao has requested the Union Home Ministry to verify Dhruv Rathee's citizenship and immigration status. This request follows Rathee's participation in a protest against the Election Commission of India. Rao expressed concerns about foreign nationals participating in organized political demonstrations in India.
'Lal Hit Janata Party' vs 'Cockroach Janata Party': CJP's satirical counter protests in Delhi against swear words used for PM
Approximately 200 protesters assembled in central Delhi to express their discontent over abusive language used against Prime Minister Modi. The gathering was organized by the Lal Hit Janata Party in response to ongoing protests. Demonstrators called for an end to verbal assaults on public figures, including police and military personnel. The event coincided with planned protests by the Cockroach Janata Party against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
Protest in Bengaluru against SIR; demand CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation and return to paper ballots
On Thursday, various groups protested in Bengaluru against the special intensive revision of voter rolls. The protesters included activists, student organizations, and digital influencers voicing their concerns about transparency. They raised concerns about the process potentially excluding genuine voters and demanded a return to paper ballots. Key participants included YouTuber Dhruv Rathee and actor-activist Prakash Raj. The movement highlights issues surrounding voter registration and electoral integrity ahead of future elections.
SIR row: 'Zero transparency, zero accountability from EC', alleges YouTuber Dhruv Rathee
Prominent YouTuber Dhruv Rathee took part in a demonstration calling for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. He spotlighted the Election Commission's failures in ensuring transparency and proper management of voter lists. By sharing multiple examples from different regions where the integrity of the voter rolls was compromised, Rathee highlighted a concern relevant to every citizen, regardless of their political stance.
SIR: Civil society, youth groups rally in Bengaluru over voter roll revision
Civil society groups and activists protested in Bengaluru against the Special Intensive Revision on Thursday. They claimed that the ongoing verification process risks disenfranchising genuine voters ahead of future elections. Prominent figures, including YouTuber Dhruv Rathee and actor Prakash Raj, participated in the protest. Organizers conducted a People's Tribunal to share experiences of voter list removals. Protesters demanded transparency from the Election Commission of India regarding the revision process.
Bengaluru protests: SIR row: 'Zero transparency, zero accountability from EC', alleges YouTuber Dhruv Rathee
YouTuber Dhruv Rathee and actor Prakash Raj joined a protest at Freedom Park regarding the SIR exercise. They demanded accountability from the Election Commission, citing zero transparency in its implementation. Rathee expressed concerns about the motivations behind the exercise, suggesting political influence from top officials. Raj called for the scrapping of the SIR exercise, emphasizing its implications on citizens' rights.
Bengaluru protests: Actor-activist Prakash Raj demands scrapping of SIR exercise
Prakash Raj opposed the SIR exercise during a protest organized by civil societies and the CJP. He alleged the initiative aimed to undermine the dignity and rights of citizens. Raj accused Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar of acting under the influence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke and YouTuber Dhruv Rathee participated in the protest alongside Raj.
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