CEC row LIVE: Congress declares ‘Black Day’; CJP to hold ‘chappal’ protest in Bengaluru
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has called for a 'chappal protest' at Bengaluru’s Freedom Park today, in solidarity with three women journalists who have alleged sexual harassment by Delhi Police personnel during the protests in New Delhi. The demonstration will follow a People’s Tribunal on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, where people from Karnataka who say they were wrongly excluded from the voter rolls are expected to share their experiences.
Congress declared October 8 a 'Black Day' and announced protests across state, district and block levels over police action against opposition leaders.
The party alleged that Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi and other INDIA bloc MPs were subjected to force and lathi-charge during their protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar.
Rahul and Priyanka were among the opposition leaders detained by Delhi Police after protesters attempted to move past barricades near Jantar Mantar.
Congress said it would continue its campaign until Gyanesh Kumar is removed and the integrity of the electoral system is restored.
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FIR against Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi over alleged assault
Delhi Police registers FIR against Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi over alleged assault, obstruction of duty during protest: Police sources. - PTI
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'If you block Jantar Mantar, the whole of Delhi will become a protest site,' says Dhurv Rathee
If you block Jantar Mantar, the whole of Delhi will become a protest site.
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Security tightened around Election Commission office
#WATCH | Delhi: Security arrangements tightened around Sansad Marg, the Election Commission office, and the Jantar Mantar area. Early morning visuals from the spot. https://t.co/bprGxNmk8I
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"Do or die battle at Jantar Mantar", says Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal
In a post on X, Venugopal said, "Bring it on, Modi ji. Now this is a do-or-die battle. And we will win, India will win, the Constitution will win."
Bring it on, Modi ji. अब ये आर या पार की लड़ाई है। और हम जीतेंगे, भारत जीतेगा, संविधान जीतेगा। 🇮🇳 https://t.co/fSmnoo6jJi
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Congress declares October 8 ‘Black Day’, announces nationwide protests over police action against leaders
Congress announced protests at state, district and block levels on October 8 after Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi and other INDIA bloc MPs were detained during the CEC protest in Delhi. The party alleged that protesters faced force and called the police action an “attack on the Constitution”. Congress said it would continue its campaign until CEC Gyanesh Kumar is removed. - ANI
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Prakash Raj, Dhruv Rathee among notable names set to join CJP’s ‘people’s tribunal’ on SIR
Actor-activist Prakash Raj said CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke and YouTuber Dhruv Rathee will attend the Bengaluru event, alongside SIR-affected citizens from across Karnataka. - PTI
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Kamal Haasan urges CEC Gyanesh Kumar to meet Opposition MPs amid SIR row
Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM) founder and Rajya Sabha MP Kamal Haasan urged Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar to meet Opposition MPs at Samvidhan Bhavan (Old Parliament House), saying that dialogue was needed to address concerns surrounding the Election Commission and reaffirm its independence and impartiality. - ANI
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Delhi police seeks removal of 11 social media posts over alleged misleading protest
The Delhi Police has asked a social media platform to remove or restrict access to 11 posts and videos allegedly presenting a misleading account of police action during a recent protest in the national capital, saying the content could provoke public reaction and adversely affect law and order.- PTI
Actor Nana Patekar dies at 75 after cardiac arrest at Goa residence
The veteran actor, known for films including Parinda, Krantiveer and Ab Tak Chhappan, was declared dead after prolonged resuscitation efforts.
Delhi building collapse in Seemapuri: Death toll rises to four, eight injured
Rescuers recovered another body from the debris as multiple agencies searched for people feared trapped inside the collapsed four-storey building.
Delhi Police seeks removal of 11 social media posts over alleged misleading protest content
Police alleged the videos selectively showed its intervention while omitting protesters’ alleged obstruction, resistance and violations of restrictions during the protest.