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Delhi protest: Cops caught on hop as Gandhis sit-in despite heavy presence
Amid a heavy security deployment, Congress leaders Gandhi, Vadra and Mallikarjun Kharge led the march alongside Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav, Abhishek Banerjee of the All India Trinamool Congress, and Supriya Sule of NCP-SP.
Rahul, other Congress leaders released by Delhi Police after detention
Rahul Gandhi, along with numerous Congress leaders, found themselves detained after an eight-hour sit-in protest at Akashvani Bhawan, where they demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar due to accusations of vote theft. The protest shifted to New Police Line, Kingsway Camp as Congress workers continued their demonstration.
INDIA bloc march: EC says no party requested meeting till 4 pm
The Commission said it learnt through the media that during the march of certain political parties towards the commission headquarters, some MPs wanted to meet the poll panel along with their delegation.
Election Commission rejects Rahul Gandhi-led MPs' meeting request amid SIR row, says 2025 procedure must be followed
The Election Commission of India refused to meet a delegation of 240 MPs led by Rahul Gandhi. This decision followed a day of protests in the national capital against the Chief Election Commissioner. Congress leaders, including Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi, were detained during the protests. The Commission stated that no formal meeting request had been submitted by the deadline.
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.
Rahul Gandhi takes centre stage as Opposition takes SIR fight to Delhi's streets
Opposition MPs, led by Rahul Gandhi, protested near the Election Commission office against the CEC's alleged hand in the SIR events. Gandhi sought to meet CEC Gyanesh Kumar to address allegations of vote rigging. The protest resulted in several leaders being detained by police. BJP slammed the opposition's actions.
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Rahul Gandhi says 'none will be spared', alleges Modi, Shah, RSS chief hijacked country through vote chori
Police detained Congress workers and supporters marching towards the Election Commission to demand the resignation of Gyanesh Kumar. Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra were prevented from entering the Election Commission office. The protests escalated outside the office as opposition members faced heavy police presence. Congress leader Pawan Khera criticized the police deployment and claimed it undermined democracy in the capital.
Barricades, slogans and a gatecrash: INDIA bloc’s march to EC turns dramatic
Opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, protested against the Election Commission's practices. They were stopped by police while attempting to reach the Election Commission headquarters. Many leaders were detained during the protest, highlighting tensions regarding electoral roll irregularities. The protest coincided with recent Supreme Court observations questioning the Election Commission's decisions. The Opposition plans further actions, including a major rally on November 1 to address their concerns.
Uttar Pradesh: Eight BJP candidates file nominations in Lucknow for upcoming Rajya Sabha polls
All eight candidates from the Bharatiya Janata Party have submitted their nominations for the Rajya Sabha elections. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath was present during the filing at the Vidhan Bhavan. Candidates expressed their gratitude towards party leaders for the opportunity and promised to serve diligently. Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya expressed confidence in the candidates' success in the elections.
Traffic crawls across Lutyens' Delhi amid INDIA bloc march to EC
Traffic restrictions affected major roads in New Delhi during the INDIA bloc's march to the Election Commission. Commuters experienced significant delays, with many stranded for over an hour due to congestion. The police implemented diversions and barricades in response to the protest against the revision of electoral rolls. Alternative routes proved difficult to navigate as vehicles packed tightly along blocked roads.
BRS demands ED probe into Telangana CM Revanth Reddy's family assets, business dealings
According to a press release, BRS former Corporation Chairman Manne Krishank has demanded a comprehensive investigation by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) into the alleged business interests, assets and financial transactions of the Telangana Chief Minister and his family members.
‘Gyanesh, it’s done bro’: INDIA bloc MPs march to EC, demand CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation
Opposition MPs, including important leaders, protested near Parliament demanding Gyanesh Kumar's resignation over electoral issues. They were stopped by police while marching towards the Election Commission headquarters. The protest followed recent Supreme Court remarks regarding changes to the voter registration process. Opposition leaders accused Kumar of undermining public trust in the Election Commission. The MPs questioned security measures surrounding Parliament as they aimed to peacefully voice their concerns.
INDIA bloc’s ECI march today: Security stepped up as Opposition targets CEC Gyanesh Kumar
Security measures have been increased outside the Election Commission of India ahead of a planned protest by opposition MPs. The MPs will march to raise concerns regarding alleged irregularities in the electoral process and to demand transparency. Various leaders from the INDIA alliance, including Biju Janata Dal members, will participate in the protest. Congress representatives have emphasized peaceful demonstrations and ongoing district-level activities until October 8.
Rajya Sabha polls: BJP's 8 nominees to file papers in Lucknow; CM Yogi Adityanath, Deputy CMs to attend
The Bharatiya Janata Party has chosen eight candidates for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections in Uttar Pradesh. These candidates will file their nominations at Vidhan Bhavan, supported by key BJP leaders. The party has made a conscious effort to ensure social balance among its nominees, representing various communities. Meanwhile, the Samajwadi Party has also announced its candidates for the elections.
BJP fields fresh candidates for Uttar Pradesh Rajya Sabha polls; drops Hardeep Puri, seven others
Among the Rajya Sabha members retiring from the state are BJP leaders Hardeep Singh Puri, B L Verma, Arun Singh, Geeta Shakya, Neeraj Shekhar, Brijlal and Seema Dwivedi, Samajwadi Party leader Ram Gopal Yadav and BSP's Ramji Gautam.
'They ran away, they were scared': SP MP Shiv Pal Patel takes jibe at Congress over Rahul Gandhi not contesting from Amethi in LS polls
Tensions between the Samajwadi Party and Congress over seat-sharing for the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections intensified after SP Rajya Sabha MP Shiv Pal Singh Patel criticised Rahul Gandhi and Congress' reported demand for 150 seats. SP chief Akhilesh Yadav later asked party leaders to keep their views on seat-sharing within internal channels.
Celebrating Sports with Asiad Biryani and Olympic Drinks
Kerala’s Asiad biryani, Wimbledon’s strawberries and cream and the Olympics’ viral chocolate treats show how sports can inspire distinctive food traditions. While athletes usually rely on carefully planned, functional diets, certain foods and drinks have become linked to major sporting events. The tradition stretches from the 1982 Asian Games’ elaborate catering to Helsinki’s Olympic drink legacy, showing how sporting events can leave a lasting mark on food culture.
Swami Prasad Maurya meets Rahul Gandhi ahead of polls
With the countdown to elections in Uttar Pradesh starting, numerous politicians are forging new partnerships to stay influential. Recently, Swami Prasad Maurya held talks with Rahul Gandhi aiming for possible cooperation, yet he emphasizes his party's independence. In another twist, ex-MLA Shyam Sundar Sharma shifts to Congress after a seat loss last year, while Maurya's daughter, Sanghmitra, remains loyal to the BJP, even without a ticket for 2024.
If serious Oppn parties come together, BJP will get just 5 seats in 2027 Goa polls: Chodankar
Girish Chodankar of Congress expressed confidence that BJP could be reduced to five seats in the assembly elections. He emphasized the importance of opposition parties uniting to effectively challenge the ruling party. Chodankar criticized the alliance between Goa Forward Party and Aam Aadmi Party for their misleading campaigns against Congress. He mentioned that Congress is working towards bringing other opposition parties together.
'Could no longer defend the indefensible': Priyanka Kakkar quits AAP, joins Congress
Priyanka Kakkar has resigned from Aam Aadmi Party and joined the Congress party during an event. She expressed her inability to continue defending AAP's actions and leadership. Along with her, former MLA Shyam Sundar Sharma and Rajat Rakesh Tandon also joined Congress. Kakkar praised Rahul Gandhi for his authenticity and commitment to issues affecting the public. The Congress party welcomed the new members, emphasizing their impact on upcoming elections.
Gurugram woman fires cook, security guard sends home-cooked food instead; her ‘creepy or caring’ reaction sparks debate online
Priyanka Giri expressed her mixed feelings after her security guard unexpectedly brought her home-cooked meals during a time when she and her roommate needed assistance in the kitchen. Although she was grateful for the gesture, she felt that personal boundaries were overlooked due to a lack of communication beforehand. The situation escalated with an alleged yelling incident during the food delivery, prompting online discussions about the appropriateness of the act.
Warring quits as AICC seeks truce in Punjab unit
Amrinder Singh Raja Warring has resigned from his position as Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee president after high command pressure. His resignation followed demands from several state Congress leaders, including former chief minister CS Channi. Warring's exit reflects the central leadership's attempts to appease dissenting party factions.
After CWC meet, Congress says PM has 'no moral right' to remain in office, announces nationwide protests against CEC and SIR
Congress has called for the immediate suspension of the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Allegations include the illegal removal of 13 crore voters by the Election Commission. The party is demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. A nationwide agitation is planned to address concerns regarding electoral integrity. The opposition INDIA bloc will meet to strategize further actions related to these issues.
CWC meets on SIR row, to prepare roadmap for ramping up pressure on CEC, govt
Top Congress leaders are preparing to confront Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar regarding alleged irregularities in the Election Commission. The Congress Working Committee is prioritizing this issue, which impacts the democratic framework of the country. Former party chiefs Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi are participating in these discussions to formulate a strategy. The opposition INDIA bloc also plans to convene and address this significant issue in Parliament.
Congress likely to contest over 150 seats in Uttar Pradesh, seat-sharing likely to be finalised by October
Congress is preparing to finalize seat-sharing arrangements with its partners for the upcoming 2027 Assembly elections. Rajendra Pal Gautam confirmed that the party has candidates for all 403 seats in Uttar Pradesh. The party intends to contest a minimum of 150 seats under the alliance agreement. Meanwhile, the Bharatiya Janata Party will conduct a two-day organizational meeting to strategize for the elections.
"Jinnahs born again, Owaisi one of them": Giriraj Singh slams opposition amid SIR row
Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh criticized opposition leaders, including Asaduddin Owaisi, for their stance on the Special Intensive Revision drive. He implied that some leaders were reminiscent of historical figures undermining the Constitution. Singh also attacked Rahul Gandhi and his mother, alleging conspiracy against India due to their citizenship issues.
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