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Police accused of sexual misconduct as protests against India’s election chief enter fourth day

Delhi police acknowledge complainants by three female journalists and activist

The Independent UK · 8h ago

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 Police denies permission for Oct 2 protest at Jantar Mantar, security beefed up

Delhi Police refused permission for a planned protest at Jantar Mantar against CEC Gyanesh Kumar. The protest is organized by the All India Students' Association and others to demand Kumar's resignation. Security measures have been increased in New Delhi with personnel deployed to prevent unauthorized gatherings. Demonstrators expressed concern regarding…

The Economic Times · Oct 2

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Journalists detained, microphone snatched as Delhi Police remove protesters from Jantar Mantar

At least two journalists covering a protest against the Election Commission of India at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar on Friday alleged that they were forcibly detained and manhandled by Delhi Police personnel.

Newslaundry · Sep 25

AISA backs CJP's Sep 5 Delhi march seeking probe into pellet firing, withdrawal of FIRs against protestors

AISA supports the Cockroach Janta Party's planned September 5 protest in Delhi. The demonstration demands withdrawal of student FIRs and an inquiry into alleged firing. Families affected by the NEET exam cancellation will also lead the march. AISA stated the government must fully withdraw all pending cases against students. The…

The Economic Times · Aug 26

NTA: From elixir for all exam ills to everyone's punching bag!

The National Testing Agency is under intense scrutiny following multiple exam cancellations and alarming paper leaks. These incidents have caused considerable mental distress among students. The situation escalated to protests, resulting in the resignation of the education minister and prompting legislative changes. To rectify the underlying issues, a specialized task…

The Economic Times · Aug 23

Jharkhand protest: Stir enters 15th day, govt invites another faction of agitators for talks

Student protests over Jharkhand recruitment exam irregularities persist for fifteen days. Talks between the government and protesters have failed to break the deadlock. Another faction of job aspirants will hold discussions with the government today. Students demand cancellation of the 14th JPSC examination and independent probes. The agitation has grown…

The Economic Times · Aug 8

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Jharkhand job exam stir: Man throws ink at AISA's Neha Bora, detained

An ink-throwing incident occurred during a protest march to the Jharkhand Assembly on Friday. Neha Bora, the All India Students' Association president, was targeted by a man. The man accused Bora of being anti-national and supporting Umar Khalid. Bora stated she would not be intimidated by the act. Police detained…

The Economic Times · Aug 7

'Paper leak agitation is a culmination of years of Left activism, not revival': AISA's Neha Bora

Left student groups provided visual language and organizational support for the recent protest. These organizations offered a political narrative and creative elements to the movement. Their participation was an inevitable continuation of years of campus activism. The Left's slogans and visual campaigns gained significant popularity among young participants. This experience…

The Economic Times · Aug 2

AISA's Neha Bora seeks Amit Shah's resignation over July 20 crackdown

AISA president Neha Bora demanded Union Home Minister Amit Shah's resignation. She cited the July 20 crackdown on anti-paper leak protesters in Delhi. The movement expanded beyond paper leaks to seek accountability for police actions. Protesters alleged excessive force, including pellet guns, during the march. The agitation concluded after education…

The Economic Times · Aug 1

As DU reopens, students decode ‘thinly veiled threats’ and Jantar Mantar protests

There were fewer students than usual in Delhi University’s North Campus this week, as most of those who had joined days earlier were attending their orientation. You could find students across Hindu College, the Faculty of Law, Daulat Ram College, St Stephen's College and Hansraj College holding a piece of…

Newslaundry · Jul 30

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