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Rahul Gandhi, 10 Opposition leaders seek stay on SIR, audit of voter deletions in plea to SC

Rahul Gandhi and ten other Opposition leaders filed a petition in the Supreme Court challenging the Election Commission's decisions on electoral rolls. They seek the establishment of an independent auditing committee to review modifications in election databases. The petition calls for transparency regarding the electoral roll changes and demands that…

The Economic Times · 14h ago

Keralam Assembly to move resolution seeking removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar

The Keralam Assembly is set to propose a resolution urging the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. This resolution includes demands to restore voting rights for eligible citizens removed from electoral rolls. The opposition Left Democratic Front has pledged support, ensuring its passage. Concerns have been raised regarding the…

The Economic Times · 23h ago

BJP's Anurag Thakur accuses opposition of targeting constitutional institutions after election defeats

Speaking to the media on the sidelines of Navratri celebrations in Himachal Pradesh, Thakur alleged that opposition parties accepts the Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and the Election Commission of India (ECI) when they won elections but questioned the institutions after losing.

The Economic Times · Oct 11

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India court orders release of 'cockroach' movement leaders after detention

An Indian court ordered the release of three leaders of the viral "cockroach" youth movement on Sunday, a day after their detention ahead of protests over alleged irregularities in voter-roll revisions. Upon his release, founder Abhijeet Dipke called Narendra Modi an "embarassment to India" in a social media post.

France 24 · Oct 11

'No breach of peace for one year': Condition imposed on release of CJP leaders Abhijeet Dipke, Saurav Das & Ashutosh Ranka, detained ahead of ECI protest

Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) leaders Abhijeet Dipke, Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka were released by an Executive Magistrate on Sunday after preventive detention by Delhi Police. Their release came with a condition that they must not breach the peace for one year. The three were detained at Delhi airport ahead…

The Economic Times · Oct 11

'Where are Abhijeet Dipke, Ashutosh Ranka, Saurav Das': Kejriwal questions Centre over detentions in Delhi

AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the whereabouts of CJP activists Abhijeet Dipke, Ashutosh Ranka and Saurav Das, who were detained at Delhi Airport ahead of a planned protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Delhi Police said permission had not been granted for the…

The Economic Times · Oct 11

Thousands detained in New Delhi as police crack down on 'cockroach' movement

Police detained “cockroach movement” leader Abhijeet Dipke and two others as hundreds of protesters defied a heavy security clampdown in New Delhi.

Euronews · Oct 10

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Around 1,000 protesters detained across Delhi over CJP's 'Jantar Mantar 2.0' protest: Sources

Around 1,000 protesters were detained across Delhi on Saturday while attempting to march towards Jantar Mantar for the Cockroach Janata Party's protest demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation, police sources said. CJP activist Abhijeet Dipke alleged police tried to detain him aboard a flight, while 46 Metro stations remained closed amid…

The Economic Times · Oct 10

"Extremely afraid": Priyank Kharge hits out at Centre over massive security deployment in Delhi

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge on Saturday launched a scathing attack on the Central government over the massive security deployment in the national capital ahead of protests against the Election Commission, alleging that the Centre's sole intent is to "extinguish any sort of protest" and claiming that Chief Election Commissioner (CEC)…

The Economic Times · Oct 10

Unaware of Abhijeet Dipke's whereabouts after alleged detention at Delhi Airport: NCP-SCP spokesperson

CJP activist Abhijeet Dipke was allegedly detained by police after disembarking from a flight at Delhi Airport. NCP-SCP spokesperson Anish Gawande expressed concerns over the treatment of activists by the police. He highlighted that many young people were headed to Jantar Mantar for a planned protest. The CJP is demanding…

The Economic Times · Oct 10

Indian police crack down on 'cockroach' movement protest in New Delhi

India's "cockroach" youth movement said Saturday that police had detained the group's leaders as well as "more than 15,000" protesters attempting to stage a major demonstration in the capital against the country's election commissioner following allegations of misconduct during voter-roll revisions.

France 24 · Oct 10

'Trying to hold Delhi hostage': BJP's Jagdambika Pal accuses CJP of creating anarchy

BJP MP Jagdambika Pal criticized CJP for allegedly attempting to create unrest in Delhi through protests. He claimed that protests related to national issues were not occurring and accused CJP of causing public inconvenience. Pal accused the Opposition, particularly Rahul Gandhi, of politicizing the electoral revision issue and spreading misinformation.…

The Economic Times · Oct 10

Election Commission caps Form 7 objection applications by individual electors during electoral roll revision

The Election Commission of India has implemented a new cap on Form 7 applications to streamline the electoral process. Individual electors are now limited to filing a maximum of 10 objections during the claims period. These changes aim to prevent bulk filing of applications that create unnecessary workload for electoral…

The Economic Times · Oct 9

INDIA bloc MPs begin march from Parliament, to meet President Murmu over concerns regarding EC

Members of Parliament belonging to the opposition INDIA bloc on Friday began a march from the Parliament House towards Rashtrapati Bhavan to submit a memorandum to President Droupadi Murmu, raising concerns over the functioning of the Election Commission of India (ECI).

The Economic Times · Oct 9

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The Economic Times · Oct 9

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.

The Economic Times · Oct 9

'Where is Gyanesh hiding?':Priyank Kharge targets CEC over electoral roll row, alleges manipulation of Form 6 & 7

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge has launched a strong critique of the Election Commission of India. Allegations include voter list manipulation and mass deletions targeting specific communities. Protests demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's resignation continue, representing various political outfits and citizens. Congress leaders have highlighted issues in West Bengal's electoral…

The Economic Times · Oct 9

Election Results Tamil Nadu: TVK vs AIADMK vs DMK who is winning Dharapuram election result 2026?

Tamil Nadu Dharampur Election Result 2026: Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam achieved victories in the recent Madurantakam and Dharapuram Assembly bypolls, strengthening its political standing. Maragatham Kumaravel and Sathyabama won by significant margins against their DMK opponents. The voter turnout for the Dharapuram constituency was around 80.30%, indicating strong participation in the…

The Economic Times · Oct 8

CEC row: 42 former Judges write an open letter and warn against attempts to undermine Election Commission

A group of 42 judges and retired officials criticized ongoing attacks on constitutional institutions in India. They expressed concerns over the Election Commission and judiciary being unjustly targeted. The letter appeals for defending public trust in democracy and urges evidence-based criticisms of institutions. It also rebukes attempts to discredit the…

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Newslaundry · Oct 8

No entry, no answers, just ‘get lost’: The Opposition’s battle to be heard by Gyanesh Kumar

On October 6, around 240 Opposition MPs marched towards the Election Commission of India’s office in New Delhi, demanding a meeting with Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and seeking his resignation. They were stopped a few hundred metres from the Commission’s office and eventually sat in protest.

The Economic Times · Oct 7

"Democracy wrecker": BJP lashes out at Rahul Gandhi after FIR over Akashvani Bhavan ruckus

A political confrontation has arisen between the BJP and the opposition INDIA bloc following an FIR against Rahul Gandhi. The FIR alleges that Gandhi forcibly entered Akashv Bhavan during a protest towards the Election Commission of India headquarters. Opposition leaders have defended Gandhi, claiming that the government is using dictatorial…

The Economic Times · Oct 6

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…

The Economic Times · Oct 6

Telangana: Owaisi alleges bid to delete 122 Muslim voters in Goshamahal; demands ECI action over fraudulent 'Form 7' filings

Asaduddin Owaisi, the AIMIM chief, has raised concerns regarding attempts to disenfranchise Muslim voters in Goshamahal. He cited evidence of fraudulent Form 7 submissions aiming to delete eligible voters from the rolls. A specific example highlighted involves 122 Muslim voters' names targeted for removal, despite their long-standing presence on electoral…

The Economic Times · Oct 6

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…

The Economic Times · Oct 6

‘Who modified Form 6?’ Opposition sharpens attack after SC query

Opposition parties have expressed significant concern regarding changes to voter registration forms by the Election Commission of India. Congress leader Pawan Khera emphasized that public outrage over these issues is palpable across the country. Clyde Crasto also raised questions about the legitimacy of changes made to Form 6, criticizing the…

The Economic Times · Oct 6

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…

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