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Security beefed up in Lutyens' Delhi ahead of opposition's protest at Jantar Mantar

The heightened security comes a day after hundreds of opposition MPs and supporters were detained following their march to the Election Commission and an over eight-hour sit-in inside the Akashvani Bhawan premises.

The Economic Times · Oct 7

AAP protests outside Delhi CEO office over SIR, seeks CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation

Scores of workers from AAP and other political parties protested for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The protesters criticized the deletion of millions of voters' names from the electoral rolls in Delhi. Saurabh Bharadwaj emphasized their protest is for constitutional rights, not personal rivalries. Planned protests are…

The Economic Times · Oct 7

‘Every FIR is a medal’: Rahul Gandhi marches to Jantar Mantar, riot police deployed as Opposition demands CEC’s resignation

Rahul Gandhi announced the Opposition's plan to protest at Jantar Mantar after a lunch for MPs. The protest aims to challenge Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's legitimacy amid allegations of electoral irregularities. Approximately 300 MPs expressed a desire to meet Kumar, but were denied the opportunity to protest at his…

The Economic Times · Oct 7

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…

The Economic Times · Oct 6

Protesters detained outside Delhi police station, demand FIR over journalists’ harassment claims

Protesters assembled outside the Parliament Street police station, asking for an FIR regarding sexual harassment claims. Three women journalists alleged police personnel harassed them during a protest at Jantar Mantar. They criticized the police for not providing CCTV footage or updates on the case. The New Delhi district police have…

The Economic Times · Oct 5

Around 15 police personnel injured, 110 detained during Jantar Mantar protest: Sources

Delhi SIR protest: Around 15 Delhi Police personnel were injured during a protest march in New Delhi by the Indian Youth Congress. Protesters were demanding the resignation of Gyanesh Kumar, accusing the Central government of shielding him. The march led to the detention of approximately 110 individuals amid heavy police…

The Economic Times · Oct 5

'If he has any sense of shame, Gyanesh Kumar must quit right away': Congress' Jairam Ramesh reiterates demand for CEC's resignation

In a post on social media platform X, Ramesh wrote, "Here is the bold Justice Ujjal Bhuyan speaking yesterday in NALSAR University in Hyderabad where he exposed the CEC lock, stock and barrel. If he has any sense of shame Gyanesh Kumar must quit right away. His ability to execute…

The Economic Times · Oct 5

Protest against CEC Day 3: AISA activists attempt return to Jantar Mantar amid heavy barricading

AISA activists mobilized in Delhi for the third consecutive day, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Protesters clashed briefly with police as they attempted to cross barricades towards Jantar Mantar. Over 500 individuals, including students and political leaders, were previously detained during the demonstrations. The protests emerged…

The Economic Times · Oct 4

Delhi: Three women journalists allege sexual harassment during protest, crime branch to probe

Three women journalists have alleged sexual harassment by police personnel during protests in New Delhi. The complaints have been transferred to the Crime Branch for a thorough investigation and inquiry. Opposition Leader Rahul Gandhi criticised the Delhi Police for their actions and held the Home Ministry accountable. Demonstrations were held…

The Economic Times · Oct 4

Delhi Police registers 3 FIRs over anti-CEC protests, none named

Delhi Police filed three FIRs connected to protests held on Friday by students and political activists. The protests aimed to demand the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over allegations of electoral roll manipulation. Police imposed prohibitory orders to ensure public safety and prevent gatherings without prior permission. Nearly…

The Economic Times · Oct 3