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Show of strength by Brij Bhushan’s loyalists on day of filing WFI nominations

NEW DELHI: A cavalcade of 60-odd cars and around 200 supporters pledging allegiance to the outgoing Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, reached the headquarters of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) here on Monday, an indication to show that the six-time Lok Sabha MP – accused…

The Times of India

No one from my family is contesting WFI elections: Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh

NEW DELHI: Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, the outgoing president of the Wrestling Federation of India, stated on Monday that no member of his family will run in the national sports body's upcoming elections, but he maintained that his organisation had the support of 22 state organisations.

The Times of India

Brij Bhushan says ‘his candidates’ for various WFI posts to be known on July 31

Brij Bhushan, is ineligible to contest as he has completed 12 years as head of the federation — the maximum period allowed as per the National Sports Code.

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Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh convenes meeting on July 30 to nominate panel for upcoming WFI elections

NEW DELHI: Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, the outgoing Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president, has called for a crucial meeting on Sunday to nominate his panel for the upcoming WFI elections, where new office-bearers will be elected. The meeting is seen as a significant step in shaping the future of…

The Times of India

We did not run away from trials; good to see youngsters fighting for their rights: Bajrang Punia and Vinesh Phogat

NEW DELHI: Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia, facing criticism for accepting exemption from the Asian Games trials, expressed their disappointment at being dragged to court by young wrestlers.

The Times of India

WFI elections on August 12, Maharashtra declared ineligible for participation

NEW DELHI: The much-delayed elections of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) have been scheduled for August 12, as announced on Friday.

The Times of India

‘Neither supporting nor opposing bail’: Delhi Police’s courtroom dilemma in Brij Bhushan bail hearing

With a posse of journalists and a galaxy of security personnel, courtroom number 503 was a sharp contrast to an otherwise quiet Rouse Avenue Court Complex in Delhi on Thursday afternoon.

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Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh granted bail in sexual harassment case

NEW DELHI: Delhi's Rouse Avenue court on Thursday granted regular bail to outgoing WFI chief and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in the case of alleged sexual harassment of women wrestlers.

The Times of India

‘Is he avoiding the media?’: A day at court as Brij Bhushan Singh got interim bail

“How will Brij Bhushan arrive? Will he give a sound bite?”

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Sexual harassment case by wrestlers: Delhi Court grants interim bail to Brij Bhushan, Vinod Tomar

The Rouse Avenue Court of Delhi on Tuesday granted interim bail to Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) outgoing chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh and Vinod Tomar in sexual harassment case registered by several wrestlers. Read further on Dynamite News:

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'Brij Bhushan aides tried to intimidate wrestlers deposing before panel'

NEW DELHI: Close aides of former Wrestling Federation of India's president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, who is accused of sexually harassing six women wrestlers, allegedly tried to intimidate female complainants on multiple occasions when they deposed before the members of the government-appointed oversight committee, according to a written complaint.

The Times of India

Spotlight on Vinesh Phogat in Budapest Ranking Series event ahead of Asian Games trials

NEW DELHI: Vinesh Phogat's return to competitive wrestling at the Polyák Imre Varga János Memorial in Budapest on Saturday will be closely monitored. The event marks her comeback after a 10-month hiatus, during which she spearheaded a protest against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.

The Times of India

Congress seeks PM Modi’s comment on charge sheet against BJP MP Brij Bhushan Singh

NEW DELHI: The Congress on Tuesday asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi to comment on the Delhi Police charge sheet against BJP MP and former president of Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.

The Times of India

Brij Bhushan Singh snaps at Times Now journalist, slams car door on her mic

News channel Times Now has stated that WFI chief Brij Bhushan Singh misbehaved with its journalist at Delhi airport today. This was hours after the Indian Express reported that the Delhi police, in its chargesheet filed last month, had found Singh liable to be “prosecuted and punished” for sexual harassment,…

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Wrestlers' sexual harassment case: Delhi court summons Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh on July 18

NEW DELHI: In response to allegations of sexual harassment involving women wrestlers, a Delhi court on Friday issued summons for BJP MP and former WFI chief, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.

The Hindu

Brij Bhushan summoned in IPC case; minor’s withdrawal of sexual harassment complaint accepted by Delhi HC

A Delhi court summoned BJP MP and outgoing WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in a case of alleged sexual harassment of women wrestlers and said there was sufficient evidence to proceed against the accused

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Will fight against WFI chief in court, not on the roads, say wrestlers

Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik and Bajrang Punia posted identical tweet where they said the government has fulfilled its promise of filing a chargesheet against Brij Bhushan.

The Times of India

Fight against WFI chief will be in court now and not on road: Protesting wrestlers

NEW DELHI: The protesting wrestlers on Sunday announced that the fight against WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh will be fought in the court and not on roads.

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After Sakshi-Babita spat, Vinesh Phogat and Yogeshwar Dutt face off over trials

NEW DELHI: The war of words continues between wrestlers who protested against WFI ex-chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh over sexual harassment charges and former grapplers-turned-BJP politicians.

The Times of India

WFI elections rescheduled to July 11; last date to receive nominations now June 25

NEW DELHI: In an unprecedented move, the Wrestling Federation of India’s (WFI) much-awaited elections were on Wednesday postponed to July 11, as opposed to the originally scheduled date of July 6, by the returning officer (RO) Mahesh Mittal Kumar – a retired Jammu and Kashmir High Court Chief Justice.

The Times of India

Babita Phogat has tried to weaken our protest, says Sakshi Malik

NEW DELHI: Olympic Games medallist Sakshi Malik on Sunday accused BJP leader and former Commonwealth Games gold medallist grappler Babita Phogat of trying to use the wrestlers for selfish motive and weaken their protest.

The Times of India

Cancellation of POCSO case disappointing, say wrestlers

NEW DELHI: The protesting group of wrestlers, led by Olympians Bajrang Punia, Vinesh Phogat and Sakshee Malikkh, are disappointed at the Delhi police recommendation to close the POCSO case against former Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, but have ruled out immediate return to the protest…

The Times of India

Delhi Police files chargesheet against WFI chief Brij Bhushan for offences of sexual harassment, stalking

NEW DELHI: A team of Delhi Police on Thursday reached the Patiala House Court to file a status report in the case involving WFI President Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.

The Times of India

Government is trying to protect Brij Bhushan: Vinesh Phogat

NEW DELHI: The protesting wrestlers are sensing that WFI chief won't be arrested anytime soon with Vinesh Phogat alleging on Sunday that the government is trying to protect Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, who is also a BJP MP from Uttar Pradesh.

The Hindu

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