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Gold price drops by Rs 1,280 to Rs 1,50,219 per 10 gram

New Delhi, Oct 12: Gold prices on Monday declined Rs 1,280 to Rs 1,50,219 per 10 grams in futures trade amid a fall in spot demand. On the Multi Commodity Exchange, yellow metal contracts for December delivery traded lower by Rs 1,280, or 0.84 per cent, at Rs 1,50,219 per 10 grams in a business []

The Shillong Times 13 Oct 2026 6:02 am

Tata Motors signs pact with Stellantis to make vehicles for global markets

New Delhi, Oct 12: Stellantis India, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Limited (TMPV) and its subsidiary Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Limited (TPEM) on Monday announced the signing of a definitive agreement to expand the scope of their long-standing partnership further into advanced technology and product collaboration. Under the agreement, TMPV and Stellantis will collaborate to develop []

The Shillong Times 13 Oct 2026 5:59 am

Harvard Club of India denies endorsing statement on Delhi protests

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The News Mill 13 Oct 2026 2:52 am

Delhi's three new protest venues: What you need to know

The Delhi Police have designated three new venues for protests - Burari Ground, CBD Ground, and Ramlila Ground - after denotifying Jantar Mantar. These sites vary in size and location, with concerns raised about the impact of protests on commercial and residential areas near CBD Ground, while Burari Ground is the largest. Ramlila Maidan has a rich political history.

Rediff 13 Oct 2026 2:01 am

Delhi HC bench asks single judge to explain curbs on PepsiCo

The company approached the HC against the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India's (FSSAI) order asking manufacturers of high-caffeine beverages to stop using the energy drink descriptor on their products, terming it a misleading claim.

The Economic Times 13 Oct 2026 1:09 am

Delhis winter action plan hit as new road sweeping machines delayed until November-end

Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa told The Hinduthat order has been issued for 70 large Mechanical Road Sweepers (MRS) machines and at least some of them are expected arrive by November.

The Hindu 13 Oct 2026 1:04 am

Protests, traffic curbs in Delhi hit hotel business

Protests in Delhi are causing significant disruptions, leading to a notable decline in hotel occupancies across the city. Companies have chosen to cancel events and meetings to avoid travel difficulties amid ongoing unrest. Many hotels report F&B sales dropping significantly because of reduced guest activity and restricted access. Some firms have advised their employees to work from home due to traffic curbs and security measures.

The Economic Times 13 Oct 2026 12:47 am

Jantar Mantar locked out as protest site; Ramlila Maidan, Burari Ground and CBD Ground namesdesignated sites

Delhi Police has decided to denotify Jantar Mantar as a designated protest site amid security concerns. The new sites for protests include Ramlila Maidan, Burari Ground, and CBD Ground in East Delhi. Both Ramlila and Burari Grounds are significantly farther from the previous location, causing logistical considerations for demonstrators. However, Ramlila Maidan has limited availability for bookings until late December.

The Economic Times 13 Oct 2026 12:36 am

President appoints 6 Governors

New Delhi, Oct 12: The President of India has approved the appointment of six Governors across different states, according to a press communiqu issued by Rashtrapati Bhavan on Monday. The appointments include changes in the governorships of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Karnataka, Uttarakhand and Sikkim. The new appointments will take effect from the dates on [] The post President appoints 6 Governors appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 13 Oct 2026 12:27 am

AIMIMs Waris Pathan Condemns Governments Crackdown on Protests

AIMIM spokesperson Waris Pathan criticizes the governments crackdown on protests and illegal detentions in Delhi, asserting constitutional rights. AIMIMs Waris Pathan Condemns Governments Crackdown on Protests

Daily Kiran 13 Oct 2026 12:23 am

No more protests at Jantar Mantar: Delhi Police names three new alternative venues | Ground Report

The Delhi Police de-notified Jantar Mantar as a designated venue for protests and demonstrations on October 12, 2026, replacing one of the capitals longest-established sites of public dissent with three alternative grounds farther from the seat of power.

The Hindu 13 Oct 2026 12:11 am

Centre caps trade margin of anti-cancer drugs at 30%

PTI New Delhi The Supreme Court on Monday said the Centres response on capping the trade margin of anti-cancer drugs at 30 per cent of the maximum retail price (MRP) is hardly anything to be happy about and questioned why the government cannot cap trade margins of other medicines. The Centre, which has earlier come []

The Navhind Times 13 Oct 2026 12:10 am

Chouhan calls Opposition march to SC as

PTI New Delhi Union minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday decried Rahul Gandhis march to the Supreme Court as a drama, alleging that the Congress has been blaming the Election Commission for its defeats while its own visionless leadership is responsible for the electoral setbacks. Addressing a press conference at the BJP headquarters, he also []

The Navhind Times 13 Oct 2026 12:09 am

Firecrackers: SC for balance between religious sentiments, public health

PTI New Delhi The Supreme Court on Monday said there was a need to balance religious sentiments with public health concerns while considering restrictions on firecrackers in Delhi-NCR. The top court said that people should voluntarily adopt less polluting ways of celebrating festivals rather than relying on restrictive judicial orders. A bench comprising Chief Justice []

The Navhind Times 13 Oct 2026 12:08 am

Hyderabad: Women Journalists Protest at Tank Bund Over Alleged Assaults and Harassment in Delhi

Women journalists gathered at the Ambedkar statue on Tank Bund on Monday evening to protest assaults, sexual harassment and unlawful detention of women reporters covering demonstrations in New Delhi and other cities.

Deccan Chronicle 13 Oct 2026 12:02 am

Abhishek Porel Breaks Down After Ranji Trophy Ton, Opens Up On Alleged Rape Case

Bengal ended the day's play in a strong position after bowling Delhi out for 240 in the first innings.

NDTV 12 Oct 2026 11:56 pm

JPC deliberates with stakeholders on FCRA

BISHESHWAR MISHRA / NEW DELHI The meeting of the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) examining the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 was held at Parliament Annexe in New Delhi today. The committee has been tasked with examining the provisions of the Bill and submitting its report to Parliament by the last day of the first []

The Indian Awaaz 12 Oct 2026 11:54 pm

Rahul Gandhi hails nationwide protest; thanks people for defending Constitution, democracy

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 12 (IANS) Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday thanked the thousands of people who joined protests across the country and the millions who expressed solidarity at 3 pm, describing the day as a powerful demonstration that the people of India will not be intimidated. In a post shared after the protests, Gandhi expressed gratitude to the leaders of the INDIA Bloc, Congress party workers, and activists of the alliance. Today was a very important day because we needed to show the government that the people of India are not going to be intimidated. You cannot beat us, threaten us, frighten us. We will not accept being bullied, he said. Gandhi took a sharp dig at the RSS, questioning the absence of those he accused of attacking young children the previous day. I was wondering where the cowards of the RSS who were beating the young children day before yesterday were. Where were those people? Because I didnt see them, he remarked. He challenged them to wear your little scarves and come out when the people of India stand together, calling both the RSS and the Prime Minister bullies who rely only on power and cannot stand up openly. The Congress leader emphasised unity, stating there were no parallel protests but one collective movement. Its one protest, and its a protest where everybody is standing together. Every single person is going to stand against these killers of our Constitution, these killers of our democracy. And were not going to back down, he declared. Gandhi also thanked civil society organisations for their support, saying the movement values and loves them. He concluded by expressing pride in all those who came out to defend the idea of India, the Constitution, and democracy. Im extremely proud of every single person who came out on the streets, he said, adding that everyone worked like a team. The remarks come amid ongoing political confrontations, with the opposition framing the protests as a defence of democratic values against what it terms authoritarian tactics.

bhaskarlive 12 Oct 2026 11:36 pm

India, Iran security chiefs discuss regional, international developments

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 12 (IANS) India and Iran on Monday held talks between their top security officials, exchanging views on the latest regional and international developments and issues of mutual interest, the Iranian Embassy in New Delhi said. Secretary of Irans Supreme National Security Council, Mohsen Rezaei, held a telephone conversation with National Security Adviser (NSA) Ajit Doval on Monday evening, the Embassy said in a post on X. Dr Mohsen Rezaei, Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council of the Islamic Republic of Iran, held a telephone conversation this evening with Shri Ajit Doval, National Security Adviser of the Republic of India, during which they exchanged views on the latest regional and international developments and issues of mutual interest to the two countries, the Embassy stated. The conversation comes days after Irans Ambassador to India, Mohammad Fathali, said Tehran was seriously pursuing the matters agreed between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit. Asked about progress on matters of cooperation after the meeting between PM Modi and Pezeshkian last month, Fathali had told IANS that the Iranian President had acted on it immediately. From the very first days after these discussions, President Pezeshkian issued the necessary instructions to the relevant ministries and authorities, and the matters agreed during the meeting are being pursued seriously by the relevant institutions. Various issues are on the agenda in Iran-India relations. Implementing the agreements properly and turning them into practical results requires time and sustained follow-up, he had said. Iran is committed to further developing and deepening relations with India across various fields. We believe the existing capacities between the two countries provide a basis for broader and more productive cooperation, he had added. India has also raised concerns over attacks on commercial shipping in the region with Tehran. In July, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar held a telephonic conversation with Irans Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, during which he expressed Indias deep concerns at the ongoing hostilities in the region. Had a telephonic conversation with FM Araghchi of Iran this evening. Conveyed our deep concerns at the ongoing hostilities in the region. Strongly urged that attacks on commercial shipping and seafarers be avoided under any circumstances. India condemns any such attack by any party, EAM Jaishankar wrote on X.

bhaskarlive 12 Oct 2026 11:32 pm

JNU sexual harassment case: BJP seeks action against Congress MP, stages protests across Gujarat

Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Oct 12 (IANS) The BJP's women's wing staged protests across Gujarat on Monday, demanding action against Congress MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam over allegations of sexual harassment involving female students at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), days after the university dismissed him from his position as a professor and Delhi Police registered an FIR against him. The protests, organised by the state BJP Mahila Morcha, were held across all districts and major cities of the state. Women party workers, office-bearers, women legislators and local leaders participated in sit-ins and demonstrations, accusing the Congress leadership of remaining silent on the allegations. The protesters raised slogans against the Congress and its senior leadership, demanded strict action against Akoijam and called for his immediate expulsion from the party, according to party leaders. The party accused the Congress of maintaining double standards on women's safety and dignity, arguing that its public claims on women's rights were inconsistent with its response to allegations against one of its own MPs. Women's safety should not be confined to political speeches and election campaigns, the leaders said. The protests came amid a widening controversy over the allegations against Akoijam, who represents the Inner Manipur constituency in the Lok Sabha and was a professor at JNU's Centre for the Study of Social Systems. JNU dismissed Akoijam with immediate effect on October 9 following an inquiry by its internal committee into complaints of sexual harassment. Reports said 11 women students had complained against him. The committee's findings reportedly referred to a pattern of inappropriate personal interactions, sexually suggestive conduct and unwelcome physical contact. Delhi Police registered an FIR against Akoijam on October 11 at Vasant Kunj North police station, following a complaint by JNU's chief security officer. The complaint forwarded documents related to the university's internal inquiry and sought police action. The FIR invokes provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita relating to sexual harassment and acts intended to insult a woman's modesty. The investigation is under way. Akoijam has denied the allegations and described his dismissal as a witch hunt. He has questioned the university's handling of the inquiry and said he intended to challenge the decision through legal channels.

bhaskarlive 12 Oct 2026 11:30 pm

Cops & bomb squads rush to Noida schools after new hoax mail

Step by Step, Amity & Father Agnel Among Schools, identity Of Sender Not Established

The Times of India 12 Oct 2026 11:30 pm

Cutters slice through mangled van to save two injured in crash in Ghaziabad

Front Engine Section of Commercial Truck That Rams Into Stationary Vehicle Caves in

The Times of India 12 Oct 2026 11:28 pm

Govt Unprepared For Drought, Harish Slams CM

preference for politics and rushing off to Delhi and showing utter indifference: BRS Leader Harish

Deccan Chronicle 12 Oct 2026 11:26 pm

India offers training support to Cypriot Navy as both push to expand defence ties

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 12 (IANS) India has offered support to the Cypriot Navy in training, capacity building and technical assistance to enhance maritime security, with both sides reiterating their desire to expand the India-Cyprus defence and strategic partnership, the Ministry of Defence said on Monday. The offer was made during a meeting between Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh and Cypriot Naval Commander Commodore Nicolaos Luca at the Mari Naval Base in Cyprus. Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh met Cypriot Naval Commander Commodore Nicolaos Luca during his visit to Mari Naval Base, Cyprus, on October 12, 2026, the Ministry posted on X. Discussions focused on strengthening India-Cyprus maritime and security cooperation, with India offering support to the Cypriot Navy in training, capacity building and technical assistance to enhance maritime security, it added. The Defence Secretary also met the Political Director at Cyprus Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Salina Sambos. Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh met Political Director, MOFA Ambassador Salina Sambos on October 12, 2026. They held discussions on bilateral, regional and global issues, the Ministry posted on X. During the discussion, both sides reiterated the desire to further strengthen and expand the defence and strategic partnership between India and Cyprus with special emphasis on maritime security and defence industrial cooperation, it added. Rajesh Kumar Singh is on an official visit to Cyprus from October 12-13. During his visit, he is holding meetings with his counterparts in the Cypriot Ministry of Defence and will also call on Cyprus leadership. Following the visit of the President of Cyprus to India in May 2026, the India-Cyprus Strategic Partnership has gained further momentum. Defence Secretarys visit is expected to underscore the shared commitment to deepening and expanding bilateral engagement, particularly in the maritime domain, the Ministry of Defence mentioned in a statement. The Defence Secretary also held a meeting with Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General Khassim Diagne and Force Commander Major General Mohammad Asadullah Minhazul Alam in Nicosia on Monday, with discussions held on the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (UNFICYP) mandate, Indias longstanding contribution to UN peacekeeping and continued support for the missions work in Cyprus. After concluding his engagements in Cyprus, Rajesh Kumar Singh will travel to Greece for an official visit. He will interact with the senior defence and military leadership of Greece.

bhaskarlive 12 Oct 2026 11:21 pm

A Costly Affair: Why Delhis Iconic Ramlila Maidan Has Only Three Free Dates This Year

With Jantar Mantar off the list of designated protest venues, Ramlila Maidans limited availability and booking costs of around Rs 1.21 lakh a day could pose a hurdle for groups planning demonstrations in Delhi.

NDTV 12 Oct 2026 11:16 pm

SC registry flags 14 defects in Rahul Gandhis plea against SIR of electoral rolls

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 12 (IANS) The Supreme Court registry has flagged 14 defects in the writ petition filed by Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, and 10 other INDIA bloc leaders challenging the Election Commission of Indias (ECI) Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The defects include naming individuals as respondents, failure to annex a copy of an earlier judgment, absence of vakalatnamas from nine petitioners and submission of an illegible copy of Congress president Mallikarjun Kharges identity card. The apex court registry has also pointed out a shortfall of Rs 220 in the prescribed court fee, according to the defects notified on October 12, the day the petition was filed under diary number 64196/2026. It has further flagged issues relating to the clarity and legibility of the petition and accompanying documents, including documents in small fonts and other discrepancies. Under the Supreme Court Rules, 2013, the petitioners will have to rectify the defects before the matter can be listed for hearing. The petition challenges the SIR exercise, alleging large-scale voter deletions and irregularities in the revision of electoral rolls. Besides Gandhi and Kharge, the petitioners include Trinamool Congress leader Saugata Roy, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, RJD leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadav, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut, CPI(M) leader M.A. Baby, CPI leader D. Raja, Jharkhand Mukti Morcha leader Mahua Majhi, NCP (SP) leader Supriya Sule and Indian Union Muslim League leader E.T. Mohammed Basheer. The respondents named in the petition are the Election Commission of India, Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar and Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi. The filing followed a protest march by INDIA bloc leaders towards the Supreme Court on Monday, during which they demanded the resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irregularities in the electoral process. Earlier, Gandhi had said that Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant advised the Opposition leaders to approach the top court through a formal petition after they sought an appointment to raise their concerns over the SIR exercise.

bhaskarlive 12 Oct 2026 11:13 pm

Kenya Defence Forces delegation visits India to benchmark for Joint War College

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 12 (IANS) A Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) delegation is visiting India for a benchmarking programme towards developing a Joint War College for the KDF, the High Commission of India in Kenya said on Monday. A Kenya Defence Forces delegation led by Maj Gen RW Mwanzia is visiting India from 11-17 October 2026 for a benchmarking programme towards developing a Joint War College for KDF, the High Commission posted on X. The programme includes visits to the College of Defence Management in Secunderabad, the College of Air Warfare in Hyderabad and the Army War College in Mhow. The visit promotes the exchange of training expertise and best practices, reinforcing India-Kenya defence cooperation and supporting KDFs efforts to strengthen joint professional military education, the mission added. The visit comes days after the two countries held their maiden Navy Staff Talks. India and Kenya held their maiden Navy Staff Talks in the Kenyan city of Mombasa, with both sides exploring ways to expand naval engagement and cooperation in maritime security, training and professional exchanges, the Indian Navy had said on October 9. The talks held from October 5 to 7 were co-chaired by Commodore Kartik Srimal, Commodore (Foreign Cooperation), and Brigadier Sankale Kiswaa, Deputy Commander of the Kenyan Navy, reaffirming the two countries commitment to strengthening naval ties and advancing their maritime partnership. The maiden edition of the Indian Navy and Kenya Navy Staff Talks was held in Mombasa from 05-07 Oct 2026, co-chaired by Cmde Kartik Srimal, Cmde(FC) and Brigadier Sankale Kiswaa, Deputy Commander, Kenya Navy. Discussions focused on enhancing operational engagements, training exchanges, maritime security and professional interactions, reaffirming commitment to further strengthening bilateral naval cooperation and deepening India-Kenya Maritime Partnership, the Indian Navy posted on X. An Indian delegation led by Commodore Kartik Srimal had also paid a courtesy call on Major General Paul Otieno, Commander of the Kenya Navy, at the Kenya Navy Headquarters. Kenya and India share longstanding maritime interests within the Indian Ocean, making naval cooperation an important component of the wider defence relationship between the two countries. Continued interaction between their naval forces contributes to greater mutual understanding and creates opportunities for strengthening professional and operational cooperation, the Kenyan Ministry of Defence had said.

bhaskarlive 12 Oct 2026 11:10 pm

Delhi Police warns of strict action against 'rumour-mongers'; 300 posts taken down

Delhi Police is monitoring various social media platforms to curb spread of misinformation in the wake of protests in the capital, with around 300 posts allegedly aimed at spreading rumours or creating public unrest taken down, police sources said.

The Economic Times 12 Oct 2026 11:10 pm

Restrictions on firecrackers: Supreme Court urges balance between religious sentiments and public health

Justice Joymalya Bagchi questions religious basis for bursting firecrackers; CJI cautions against restrictions which cannot be enforced on the ground, says people should be educated to reject harmful cracker varieties

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 11:09 pm

Delhi Police mentally tortured me and my family, says CJP fouder Abhijeet Dipke

Modi will denotify democracy itself, he says after government denotifies Jantar Mantar as a designated protest site

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 10:57 pm

Anti-CEC protests: after 2 days of crackdown, a sea of people march in Central Delhi

Thousands march with INDIA bloc leaders demanding rollback of SIR and CEC Gyanesh Kumars resignation, a day after students were rounded up, bundled into police buses and detained in far off locations.

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 10:57 pm

INDIA bloc marches through Delhi, takes SIR protest to SC

Opposition presents a united front amid heavy police deployment but little interruption; Congress says 2.5 lakh people took part in the four-hour-long March for Democracy; most protesters Congress supporters who travelled from across the country

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 10:43 pm

Delhi police accused of beating, assaulting detainees, denying them basic rights

Detainees report being transported in prison vans, verbally and physically abused, denied water; one group taken to isolated police camp, seated in rows, and systematically beaten by police after their phones were confiscated

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 10:35 pm

'Can't beat us, threaten us': Rahul thanks protesters after INDIA bloc march to SC

Rahul Gandhi thanked supporters for gathering in Delhi during the INDIA bloc march, aimed at raising awareness about electoral issues. The protest focused on alleged discrepancies and the Election Commissions handling of voter deletions. Despite police barricades disrupting the march, Gandhi and fellow leaders moved forward by petitioning the Supreme Court for disclosure of Election Commission documents and measures to prevent unannounced voter deletions.

The Times of India 12 Oct 2026 10:32 pm

OBC-Dalit representation takes centre stage in six-state Governor reshuffle

OBC-Dalit representation takes centre stage in six-state Governor reshuffle New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu on Monday appointed six Governors including reshuffling two incumbents assigning new responsibilities to senior political leaders and experienced public representatives across six states. The appointments include four new Governors Dr Sudha Yadav, Dhal Singh Bisen, Braj Mohan Ram, [] The post OBC-Dalit representation takes centre stage in six-state Governor reshuffle appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Mangalorean 12 Oct 2026 10:24 pm

Bangla Sahib Row: Police Case Aganst Arvind Kejriwal, AAP Goes To Akal Takht

AAP legislators from Punjab approached the Akal Takht Sahib on Monday, seeking action over the alleged entry of Delhi Police personnel wearing shoes and without covering their heads.

NDTV 12 Oct 2026 10:20 pm

Great to See Thousands March in Delhi Demanding Democratic Rights: CM Omar Abdullah

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday backed the INDIA blocs demonstration in New Delhi, saying thousands of people had joined the march to demand the protection of democratic rights Great to see tens of thousands march with the INDIA bloc in Delhi today demanding that the democratic rights of citizens are []

KashmirLife 12 Oct 2026 10:20 pm

Murmu reshuffles governors, makes some fresh appointments too

New Delhi: Keralam Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar has been appointed as the Governor of Tamil Nadu as part of a major gubernatorial reshuffle effected by President Droupadi Murmu on Monday, October 12. Om Prakash Mathur, Governor of Sikkim, will be the new Governor of Keralam in place of Arlekar, a communique issued by the Rashtrapati Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 12 Oct 2026 10:19 pm

Anti-CEC stir: Lawyers, students

Nagpur: Lawyers and students staged separate demonstrations in Nagpur on Monday, October 12, against the mass detentions during recent protests in New Delhi seeking the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. In solidarity with lawyers who were allegedly illegally detained during protests in the national capital, several advocates demonstrated around the Nagpur District Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 12 Oct 2026 10:03 pm

Dushyant Gautam Appointed New Governor of Sikkim, Replaces Om Prakash Mathur

New Delhi , October 12: President Droupadi Murmu has appointed senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and former Rajya Sabha MP Dushyant Gautam as the new Governor of Sikkim, replacing Om Prakash Mathur, who has been appointed Governor of Keralam. The appointment was announced on Monday through a communiqu issued by Rashtrapati Bhavan as part [] The post Dushyant Gautam Appointed New Governor of Sikkim, Replaces Om Prakash Mathur appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .

Voice Of Sikkim 12 Oct 2026 10:01 pm

Delhi Mayor Pravesh Wahi leads mega cleanliness drive in Malviya Nagar, personally joins road cleaning

Delhi Mayor Pravesh Wahi on Monday led a mega cleanliness drive at Malviya Nagar Market in the South Zone. The drive was attended by Malviya Nagar MLA, Vice Chairman of the Delhi Jal Board and former Delhi BJP President Satish Upadhyay, along with Additional Commissioner of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) Pankaj Naresh Aggarwal and other senior civic officials. Leading the mega cleanliness drive organised by Satish Upadhyay, Mayor Pravesh Wahi actively participated in the campaign and personally joined the road-cleaning activities. His participation aimed to raise public awareness about cleanliness and convey the message that every citizen

devdiscourse 12 Oct 2026 9:59 pm

Delhi airport drug bust: Woman held with cannabis worth Rs 5.62 crore in baggage

Customs officials arrested an Indian woman at Delhi's IGI Airport after allegedly recovering 16.041 kg of suspected hydroponic cannabis worth around Rs 5.62 crore from her baggage. The passenger had arrived from Bangkok and was arrested under relevant provisions of the NDPS Act

Mid Day 12 Oct 2026 9:54 pm

SpiceJet Q400 pilots refused to fly over pending salary: Sources

Mumbai/New Delhi: Around 40 pilots of SpiceJets Q400 aircraft fleet refused to fly till the airline cleared their salary dues, a stance that has been supported by pilots grouping ALPA India, according to sources. The budget carrier has been grappling with financial and operational headwinds for the past many months, and the aviation watchdog, DGCA, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 12 Oct 2026 9:52 pm

From dissent to de-notification: Jantar Mantar and shifting protest addresses in Delhi

Delhi has seen a historical shift in designated protest venues, moving from Jantar Mantar to Ramlila Maidan. The Delhi Police de-notified Jantar Mantar as a protest location on October 11, citing new alternative sites. The Supreme Court had previously addressed the need for regulation on protests to balance rights. Demonstrators will now primarily gather at Ramlila Maidan, Burari Ground, and CBD Ground.

The Economic Times 12 Oct 2026 9:45 pm

Delhi plans uniform protocol on sterlisation, vaccination of street dogs

Proposed SOP lays down protocols for humane capture, post-operative care and release in the same locality; pilot model to be extended across the capital.

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 9:37 pm

Meet Jannat Bishnoi, Young Face Beside Rahul Gandhi At Supreme Court March

Bishnoi is an Executive Councillor of the Delhi University Students' Union (DUSU). She is also a member of the National Students' Union of India (NSUI), the youth wing of the Congress.

NDTV 12 Oct 2026 9:34 pm

Delhi Police de-notifies Jantar Mantar as protest site, names 3 new spots

Opposition parties criticise the move to shift protests away from Jantar Mantar, while leaders march to the Supreme Court against the Election Commission's SIR exercise

Business Standard 12 Oct 2026 9:27 pm

Jantar Mantar De-Notification: The Law, The Limits And Your Right To Protest

The Delhi Polices decision to de-notify Jantar Mantar as a designated protest site has brought the right to peaceful assembly into focus. With Ramlila Maidan, Burari Ground and CBD Ground identified as alternative venues, the Cockroach Janta Partys demand to demonstrate at Jantar Mantar has sparked a wider debate over public order and freedom of dissent. What protections does the Constitution provide, and under what circumstances can authorities restrict protests? Supreme Court rulings offer important context on the balance between citizens rights and the regulation of public spaces. Watch this video to understand the right to protest and the Jantar Mantar controversy.

The Times of India 12 Oct 2026 9:25 pm

Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge, others file petition in Supreme Court alleging irregularities in SIR

New Delhi Oct 12 (PTI) Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and others on Monday filed a petition in the Supreme Court over alleged large-scale voter deletions and irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The plea has also been filed by Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Trnamool Congress Party (TMC) MP Saugata Roy, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadav, Nationalist Congress Party (Pawar) (NCP-SCP) leader Supriya Sule, Shiv Sena-UBT leader Sanjay Raut, Congress Party of Indias (CPI) D Raja, Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) MP Mahua Majhi, CPI(M) general

The Sen Times 12 Oct 2026 8:50 pm

What Is Religious About Bursting Crackers? Supreme Court Questions Firecracker Use Ahead Of Diwali

The Supreme Court on Monday, 12 October questioned the religious significance of bursting firecrackers as it examined ways to control air pollution in Delhi-NCR ahead of Diwali. The court said it was not inclined to impose a complete ban and called

Oneindia 12 Oct 2026 8:47 pm

Law and order situation, not my domain: CJI on Delhi protests

New Delhi: Ye law and order ka mudda hai. Ye mera vishay nahin hai. (This is a matter of law and order; it doesnt pertain to my domain), Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant said on Monday, October 12, when asked about the situation in view of the protests against the Chief Election Commissioner Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 12 Oct 2026 8:33 pm

Hyderabad journalists protest against police action on demonstrators in Delhi

Journalists and civil society members gathered at Liberty Circle, raising concerns over alleged attacks on women journalists and restrictions on the right to peaceful protest

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 8:30 pm

HD Kumaraswamy slams Rahul Gandhi for seeking to 'drag CJI into political debate

H.D. Kumaraswamy expressed concern about Rahul Gandhi's attempt to involve the Chief Justice of India in political matters. Kumaraswamy emphasized the need for political leaders to show respect towards Constitutional institutions. He criticized the request for an appointment with Chief Justice Surya Kant during ongoing protests in Delhi.

The Economic Times 12 Oct 2026 8:20 pm

Protesting at Ramlila Maidan may cost over 1 lakh, bookings full

Protesting at Ramlila Maidan, one of the three new demonstration sites in Delhi, can become a distant as well as costly affair, as the site has no free dates for the next two and a half months and even then, the booking amount can soar to upwards of Rs 1 lakh. Officials in the know said the 12-acre ground, which can accommodate 50,000 people, can now be booked only for December 29, 30 and 31 this year. The booking rate for the ground is Rs 50,000 per day, plus a Rs 55,000 security deposit that is refundable. The initial outlay including taxes comes to Rs 1.21 lakh for a day's booking, an official said. Civic officials clarified that a small portion of the ground is free for protests and gatherings, but it has a capacity of only 150 people. The ground is booked through the Municipal Corporation of Delhi's horticulture department, which grants the permission. A no-objection certificate from Delhi Police is mandatory before the civic body clears an application. Delhi Police ...

Business Standard 12 Oct 2026 8:18 pm

Rahul Gandhi leads Opposition march as Delhi Police denotifies Jantar Mantar as protest site

The Opposition is demanding Kumars resignation over alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls

The Hindu Businessline 12 Oct 2026 8:16 pm

23 days without food, then a sprint through heart of Delhi: Meet Neha Bora

A soldiers daughter from Uttarakhands Khatima, a theatre scholar at JNU, and president of AISA, Neha Bora was detained after a dramatic dash through central Delhi towards Connaught Place. Weeks after a 23-day fast, she is back on the streets, with Jantar Mantar no longer a protest venue. Here is how a stage actor became the face of a student agitation.

The Times of India 12 Oct 2026 8:14 pm

India-UK JETCO Charts New Course for Bilateral Trade

Indian Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Ved Prakash Goyal and UK Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade Jonathan Reynolds co-chaired the 16th meeting of the IndiaUK Joint Economic and Trade Committee (JETCO) in New Delhi. Marking the first high-level trade meeting since the historic launch of negotiations for the IndiaUK Comprehensive Economic [] The post India-UK JETCO Charts New Course for Bilateral Trade appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 12 Oct 2026 8:06 pm

Hyderabad women journalists protest against detentions, attacks

Hyderabad: Women journalists in Hyderabad staged a protest at the Dr B R Ambedkar statue near Liberty X Roads on Monday, October 12, condemning alleged attacks, sexual harassment and unlawful detention of women and journalists across the country, including Delhi, Mumbai and Hyderabad. Women journalists strongly condemned incidents of police personnel and individuals in plain Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 12 Oct 2026 8:06 pm

National Herald case: Delhi HC turns down ED plea to order status quo on attached properties

Delhi High Court turned down the Enforcement Directorate's bid to uphold the status quo on properties connected to the National Herald affair. Justice Sachin Datta announced that no interim orders would be forthcoming as the case progresses. Previously, the trial court dismissed the ED's complaint on legal bases, prompting their appeal.

The Economic Times 12 Oct 2026 8:04 pm

Maharashtra MP Supriya Sule alleges 2.5 lakh voter deletions in Khadakwasla

Speaking to reporters in New Delhi, Sule alleged that large-scale vote theft had taken place during the Lok Sabha and assembly elections and demanded that the investigation begin in her constituency, where she was elected

Mid Day 12 Oct 2026 8:04 pm

Jantar Mantar: From astronomical observatory to landmark protest site

The Delhi Jantar Mantar, originally known as Yantra Mantra, was built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II of Jaipur as an astronomical observatory at the behest of Mughal emperor Muhammad Shah

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 8:02 pm

Jantar Mantar: From astronomical observatory to landmark protest site

The Delhi Jantar Mantar, originally known as Yantra Mantra, was built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II of Jaipur as an astronomical observatory at the behest of Mughal emperor Muhammad Shah

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 8:02 pm

India-UK FTA to deliver immediate benefits, strengthen trade ties over time: UK Minister Reynolds

By Sahil Pandey UK Secretary of State for Business and Trade Jonathan Reynolds on Monday said the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) would deliver immediate benefits to both countries and create greater economic opportunities over time, describing the pact as groundbreaking in its scope and scale. Speaking with ANI in Delhi, Reynolds highlighted the significance of the UK trade delegation

devdiscourse 12 Oct 2026 8:01 pm

Huge Crowds Show The Mood Of The Nation: Omar Abdullah On INDIA BLOC Rally

great to see tens of thousands march with the INDIA bloc in Delhi today demanding that the democratic rights of citizens are protected: Abdullah on 'X' Post

Deccan Chronicle 12 Oct 2026 8:00 pm

RIE Bhubaneswar Celebrates World Mental Health Day

The Regional Institute of Education (RIE), NCERT, Bhubaneswar, in collaboration with the Manodarpan Cell of the Department of Educational Psychology and Foundations of Education (DEPFE), NCERT, New Delhi, celebrated World Mental Health Day on 10 October 2026. The programme was organised around the theme, Lived Experiences Heard: Real Voices, Real Change, highlighting the importance of [] The post RIE Bhubaneswar Celebrates World Mental Health Day appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 12 Oct 2026 8:00 pm

They Grabbed, Punched Him: Delhi Woman Recounts Son's 'Murder' In Metro

Sanjay Pratap Singh, a retired IAS officer, and his son, a lawyer, were arrested in the case.

NDTV 12 Oct 2026 7:59 pm

SC to hear SCBA plea on lawyer detentions; Opposition challenges SIR

Supreme Court to hear pleas over alleged police excesses during Delhi protests, while Rahul Gandhi and 10 other Opposition leaders challenge irregularities in the SIR exercise.

Business Standard 12 Oct 2026 7:57 pm

Jantar Mantar: From voice of protest to a silenced space

Jantar Mantar, a historic protest site in New Delhi, is facing de-notification by Delhi Police, raising concerns about its future as a space for public dissent. The site has been central to numerous significant movements, from Anna Hazare's anti-corruption fast and the Nirbhaya protests to recent agitations over NEET paper leaks and wrestlers' grievances. Its proximity to power centres made it a crucial platform for citizens to voice concerns and demand accountability, a role now threatened by its potential loss of status.

Rediff 12 Oct 2026 7:57 pm

Delhi CJP Protests: 20,000 Paramilitary Personnel Deployed In Capital For One Month

Security tightened across Delhi ahead of the festive season as authorities designate three new protest sites and step up checks at borders and transport hubs.

NDTV 12 Oct 2026 7:54 pm

Keralam CPI MP Sandosh Kumar urges Amit Shah to stop detention of journalists in Delhi

In a letter to the Union Home Minister, the MP says that reports from several parts of the capital clearly show that journalists are being prevented from discharging their professional duties through the use of force

The Hindu 12 Oct 2026 7:50 pm

Delhi HC refuses immediate relief to PepsiCo over manufacturing with 'energy drink' label

The Delhi High Court declined to interfere with a ruling preventing PepsiCo from producing beverages labeled as 'energy drink'. PepsiCo had appealed against a previous order affecting its product line, citing comparable relief granted to another brand. The court required the single judge to provide specific reasons for their decision within a week. Currently, PepsiCo can sell existing stocks but cannot manufacture new products with the contested label.

The Economic Times 12 Oct 2026 7:49 pm

Gold drops Rs 1,400 to Rs 1.53 lakh/10g as strong rupee dampens sentiment

New Delhi, Oct 12 (PTI) Gold prices fell Rs 1,400 to Rs 1.53 lakh per 10 grams in the national capital on Monday as a stronger rupee and weakness in global markets pressured domestic bullion rates. The 99.9 per cent pure metal had closed at Rs 1,54,400 per 10 grams on Friday. Silver prices also declined Rs 2,000 to Rs 2,26,500 per kilogram, inclusive of all taxes, from the previous close of Rs 2,28,500 per kg, according to the All India Sarafa Association. Gold prices eased in the domestic market on Monday due to weak global cues, while a stronger

The Sen Times 12 Oct 2026 7:48 pm

Ramlila Maidan comes at a price, free part holds only 150 people

New Delhi: The Delhi Police has de-notified Jantar Mantar as a protest site, telling demonstrators to turn to other designated venues in the national capital instead. However, protesting at Ramlila Maidan, one of the three new demonstration sites, could prove both difficult and costly, with no free dates available for the next two and a Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 12 Oct 2026 7:45 pm

Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge, others file petition in SC alleging irregularities in SIR

NEW DELHI: Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and others on Monday filed a petition in the Supreme Court over alleged large-scale voter deletions and irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The plea has also been filed by Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Trnamool Congress Party (TMC) MP Saugata Roy, []

Kashmir Reader 12 Oct 2026 7:44 pm

Ranvir Shorey SLAMS CJP protest call over CEC Gyanesh Kumar: Show your numbers in Parliament and the ballot

Actor Ranvir Shorey has criticised the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP)'s call for a protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, questioning the need for street demonstrations when legal and parliamentary avenues are available. On Sunday, October 11, Ranvir responded on X to a video shared by CJP spokesperson Sourav Das, who had urged citizens to participate in the planned demonstration. The actor argued that political disagreements should be addressed through Parliament, elections and the judiciary rather than through prolonged street protests. Show your numbers in Parliament and the ballot, not the streets! And if the way to those seems unjust, show the courts! That is the democratic way! Hijacking the streets and holding the public infrastructure and law and order machinery to ransom is the actual 'murder of democracy'! Ranvir wrote. Show your numbers in Parliament and the ballot, not the streets! And if the way to those seems unjust, show the courts! That is the democratic way! Hijacking the streets and holding the public infrastructure and law and order machinery to ransom is the actual murder of democracy! Ranvir Shorey (@RanvirShorey) October 11, 2026 Ranvir Shorey says protests should be a last resort The actor further questioned the use of repeated protests when other democratic and legal mechanisms are available. He said that while dissent is part of a democracy, protests should not replace the functioning of legislative and judicial institutions. Protests in a democracy are meant to be a last resort. Not a way to circumvent the judiciarys or legislative domain! Your 'right to dissent' cannot turn into 7-days-a-week 'protests' that hijack the country and make life hell for the rest of us! Only anarchists, attention seekers or morons would protest without exercising the legal remedies already available, he added. Ab tune mujhe apna jija bulaya hai toh sun: Protests in a democracy are meant to be a last resort. Not a way to circumvent the judiciarys or legislative domain! Your right to dissent cannot turn into 7-days-a-week protests that hijack the country and make life hell for the rest of us! Ranvir Shorey (@RanvirShorey) October 11, 2026 Ranvir also responded to an X user who claimed that the Chief Justice of India had been compromised. In his reply, the actor questioned what he described as a growing pattern of allegations against multiple democratic institutions. Ever-growing list: I am compromised, Other voters are compromised, Media is compromised, Parliament is compromised, PMO is compromised, CEC is compromised, SC is compromisedOnly daphli banging, dubiously funded mobs of parties that didnt win elections on the streets are believable, he wrote. The remarks come amid a planned demonstration by the CJP at Delhi's Jantar Mantar. Led by Abhijeet Dipke, the party had announced the protest for October 10, 2026, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The party has raised allegations of irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. These claims are political allegations and have not been established as facts. Also Read:Vijay Varma takes a dig at Gyanesh Kumar amid protests, shares Saving Private Gyan

Bollywood Hungama 12 Oct 2026 7:41 pm

Resign Now: Congress Targets CJI Surya Kant Over His Law And Order Is Not My Domain Remark

The Congress has asked for Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant's resignation over his comments on the recent protests in Delhi on 12 October. The BJP has hit back at the Opposition party, accusing it of trying to intimidate the

Oneindia 12 Oct 2026 7:40 pm

Sitharaman invites Worldsteel to open office in India as steel demand shifts

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday invited the World Steel Association (Worldsteel) to consider opening an office in India, citing the country's growing importance in global steel demand and its expanding production capacity. Addressing the World Steel Association's General Assembly in New Delhi, Sitharaman said India had emerged as a major source of incremental demand for steel, creating an opportunity for the global industry body to strengthen its presence in the country. As Worldsteel enters its 60th year, I would invite the Association to consider establishing an office in India, she said. Sitharaman noted that Worldsteel had opened its Beijing office in 2006, when China accounted for much of the growth in global steel demand. She said India was now playing an increasingly important role in driving demand. On Worldsteel's own projections, India is now the largest single source of that growth, she said, adding that an Indian office would bring the association cl...

devdiscourse 12 Oct 2026 7:39 pm

Piyush Goyal calls for doubling India-UK bilateral trade by 2030

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 12 (IANS) Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday called upon businesses in India and the United Kingdom to translate the opportunities created by the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) into expanded trade, investment, partnerships, and job creation. Addressing the 16th Session of the India-UK Joint Economic and Trade Committee (JETCO), he said the two countries should aim to double bilateral trade by 2030 and make the India-UK Vision 2035 a framework for greater economic ambition and cooperation. Goyal said the comprehensive economic and trade agreement (CETA) between the two countries marks a major milestone, providing zero-duty access in the United Kingdom market for most Indian exports while opening up significant opportunities for UK exporters across sectors. The agreement has also opened up new opportunities in services. He added that the Social Security Double Contribution Convention could further benefit both economies through the supply of services at competitive prices and improved profitability. India and the UK were complementary economies with considerable potential to expand existing trade, develop new export opportunities and diversify the range of products exchanged, he said. Highlighting the existing trade complementarities, the minister noted that India was a major exporter of smartphones, pharmaceutical products, jewellery, textiles, leather goods, rice and certain agricultural products, iron and non-alloy steel, machinery parts, and auto components. On the UK side, he identified potential in the supply of products across the petroleum value chain, technology products in electronics and electrical equipment, medicaments, motor cars and Scotch whisky. Setting out five priority areas for India-UK cooperation, Goyal said infrastructure and clean energy offered opportunities in project development, renewable energy, transmission lines, and utility financing to support sustainable growth in both countries. The second area was advanced manufacturing and resilient supply chains, particularly in electric vehicles, batteries, electronics, and precision engineering. He said cooperation should help build competitive manufacturing ecosystems, strengthen supply-chain resilience and enhance confidence between the two trusted partners. The third priority was technology and innovation. He called for stronger links between educational and research institutions, technology companies and start-ups, alongside greater research and development cooperation. He highlighted opportunities for collaboration in semiconductors, quantum computing and artificial intelligence. The fourth area was financial services, where he called for greater collaboration between the City of London and GIFT City in Gujarat's Gandhinagar. He identified fintech, insurance, cross-border payments, transition finance and trade finance as areas for cooperation, adding that the two financial centres should work towards becoming a connected pathway to greater progress and prosperity. The fifth area was healthcare and consumer sectors. Goyal highlighted opportunities in generic pharmaceuticals on the Indian side and branded and innovative pharmaceutical products on the UK side, as well as diagnostics, food processing and consumer goods. Addressing the session, the UK's Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, Jonathan Reynolds, said that the conclusion of CETA marked the beginning of a sustained and practical dialogue between governments and businesses on both sides. With CETA having been in force for almost 100 days, he said there were encouraging signs of businesses in both countries beginning to use the agreement and explore new opportunities across advanced manufacturing, clean energy, life sciences, technology, services and creative industries. He emphasised that the agreements success would depend on businesses using it to expand exports, investment and partnerships.

bhaskarlive 12 Oct 2026 7:34 pm

Punjab AAP MLAs call on Akal Takht Jathedar, seek action over police entering Gurdwara in Delhi

Digital Desk | Amritsar, Oct 12 (IANS) A delegation of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) legislators on Monday met Akal Takht Jathedar Kuldeep Singh Gargajj and submitted a memorandum, seeking action against Union Home Minister Amit Shah over last weeks incident in which Delhi Police personnel entered Gurdwara Bangla Sahib with their shoes and heads uncovered. Calling it a violation of the sanctity of Sikh religious institutions, the lawmakers urged the Jathedar to summon Amit Shah and ensure accountability for those responsible. Invoking the painful memories of Operation Bluestar, the AAP delegation pointed out that the Sikh sangat had not forgotten that dark chapter and would never forget the entry of Delhi Police into Gurdwara Sri Bangla Sahib. The delegation also questioned the silence of Shiromani Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Badal and Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) President Harjinder Singh Dhami over the incident. Addressing the media after the meeting, AAP MLA Inderbir Singh Nijjar, along with MLA Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal, said the incident was unfortunate and had hurt the religious sentiments of the Sikh community. Gurdwara sahibs have traditionally been places of refuge, where people seek shelter, peace and langar. The students being chased by the police had entered the gurdwara premises, but that did not justify police personnel entering the sacred premises with their heads uncovered and shoes on. The Centre must respect Sikh religious sentiments, and the Jathedar must take appropriate action on the memorandum submitted by our delegation, Nijjar said. AAP MLA Manvinder Singh Giaspura declared October 10 as a black day for the Sikh community, saying, The sanctity of Gurdwara Bangla Sahib has been violated. The Sikh community has not forgotten the attacks on its religious institutions in 1984, and it will not forget this incident either. Questioning the silence of Shiromani Akali Dal leaders and SGPC chief Dhami, Giaspura said, The silence of the Shiromani Akali Dal leadership and SGPC President Harjinder Singh Dhami raises serious questions. A social media post by Harsimrat Kaur Badal condemning the incident was also deleted. The Jathedar must summon Union Home Minister Amit Shah and take strict action. The Sikh community is looking to Akal Takht Sahib for a firm response.

bhaskarlive 12 Oct 2026 7:32 pm

Over 10,000 bogus voters in Belagavi North Assembly segment: Ktaka BJP

Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 12 (IANS) BJP State Vice-President Anil Benake has alleged that more than 10,000 bogus voters are registered in the Belagavi North Assembly constituency and accused the state government of using the police to intimidate those seeking the deletion of ineligible names from the electoral rolls. Addressing a press conference at the BJP state headquarters, Jagannath Bhavan, in Bengaluru on Monday, Benake alleged that party workers were being threatened when they attempted to submit Form 7 applications seeking the deletion of names from the voter list. We will not be intimidated. The government is using the police to file cases against three of our members and 20 others. Our applications were snatched away, and we were not allowed to fill out Form 7. An FIR was registered against us, following which we decided to seek anticipatory bail, he said. Benake said the BJP's Booth Level Agents (BLAs) would not be deterred by such action. He claimed that party workers had submitted around 10 applications each in several polling booths across different constituencies. However, he alleged that Booth Level Officers (BLOs) were now reluctant to accept applications from BJP workers for fear of facing FIRs. Referring to the Congress government's protests in Delhi, Benake said the Chief Minister and the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee president were staging protests even as BJP workers were allegedly being denied the opportunity to flag bogus voters in the state. He cited polling booth numbers 196 and 197, where the BJP had raised objections over alleged bogus voters, claiming that the applications were not being accepted. In some cases, even after applications were submitted and the required fees paid, the party was not receiving the relevant information, he alleged. Benake claimed that one house in the constituency had 389 voters registered at the same address, while another had 20 names and a third had 15 names allegedly belonging to bogus voters. He said he had brought the matter to the authorities' attention by providing details of the wards and polling booth numbers concerned. He further alleged that Assistant Electoral Registration Officers (AEROs) were threatening to suspend BLOs who accepted Form 7 applications. Benake said the BJP had sought an inquiry into the names of deceased voters, people who no longer resided at the registered addresses and those whose names appeared in more than one place, with a request to delete ineligible entries from the electoral rolls. After the Chief Minister instructed the police to register an FIR, the police began targeting us, he alleged, adding that the authorities were now refusing to accept objection applications. Benake said a BJP delegation would meet the Deputy Commissioner on Tuesday to bring the issue to the district administration's attention. BJP state general secretary P. Rajeev, state spokesperson Surabhi and party leaders Kanti Shetty and Raghavendra were present at the press conference.

bhaskarlive 12 Oct 2026 7:32 pm