Pakistan: Ahmadiyya community condemns growing attacks in Punjab province
Digital Desk | Islamabad, Sep 29 (IANS) The Ahmadiyya community in Pakistan has strongly condemned attack on an Ahmadi man in country's Punjab province, terming it as a cowardly assault and highlighting that it was motivated by his faith and part of a broader pattern of violence and hostility against Ahmadis, a report has detailed. The community's statement came after an Ahmadi man was seriously injured after being stabbed in Lathianwala in Punjab's Faisalabad just days after an Ahmadi man and his son were injured when unidentified assailants opened fire at them. The Ahmadiyya community has urged Pakistani authorities to act against the perpetrators behind the attacks and ensure protection for Ahmadis in the future, 'Voice PK' reported. The report added that persistence of hate-driven violence has raised serious concerns about safety among members of the Ahmadiyya community and the continuous failure of authorities to act against perpetrators could embolden those responsible for such attacks. The victim, identified as Hamid Javed, was injured after he was attacked near his residence in Lathianwala at around 5:30 pm on September 21. He told police that he was returning home when an unidentified man aged between 40 and 42 years approached him and attacked him with a knife. On September 19, an Ahmadi man and his son were injured after gunmen opened fire at them in Punjab's Sargodha, Voicepk.net reported. Earlier this month, Karachi-based International Human Rights Committee (IHRC) called for immediate justice and accountability in the assassination of Mirza Safdar Mahmood, a local leader of the Ahmadiyya Muslim community in Pakistans Punjab Province. Mirza Safdar Mahmood, aged 65, was shot dead in the town of Mandi Bahauddin, reported Spanish media outlet 'Atalayar'. IHRC is an organisation focusing specifically on the rights of the Ahmadiyya Muslim community. Targeted killing: Ahmadi local official gunned down in Pakistan. Mirza Safdar Mahmood, 65, was shot dead while travelling to an Ahmadi place of worship in Mandi Bahauddin.IHRC calls for immediate justice and accountability, IHRC stated on X, sharing a detailed report. IHRC stated that the targeted killing of Mahmood cannot be viewed in isolation as it comes amid a deeply disturbing backdrop of persistent anti-Ahmadi hatred, incitement and threats across Pakistan. Representatives of the Ahmadiyya Community stressed that the victim had no personal disputes or prior animosities, pointing squarely to a targeted killing motivated by religious intolerance. Mahmood is survived by his wife and two children; his funeral and burial arrangements were subsequently conducted in the city of Rabwah, the report in Atalayar revealed. It noted that the assassination took place amid the escalating incitement and hate speech targeting Ahmadis across the district of Mandi Bahauddin. In recent weeks, regional religious figures had issued virulent threats, including public death threats against a local police officer on account of his Ahmadi faith, as well as explicit intimidation directed at pregnant Ahmadi women. This pattern of lethal violence has direct operational precedents in the immediate area: on 8 June 2024, two members of the Ahmadiyya community were shot and killed in separate armed ambushes carried out on the same day in the locality of Sadullahpur, the report highlighted.
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Karnataka: Farmers intensify sugarcane price protest in Hubballi
Hubballi: Farmers from several districts of Karnataka intensified their protest in Hubballi on Tuesday, September 29, demanding a remunerative price for sugarcane and a revision of sugar prices. Thousands of farmers gathered at Chennamma Circle as part of the agitation led by farmer activist Choonappa Pujari. The protesters have demanded that the price of sugarcane 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 .
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Youth Test: Raichandani, Chauhan Star as India Rout Australia
India U-19 secured a commanding innings and 48-run victory over Australia U-19, continuing their dominant run. Lakshya Raichandani's double century and exceptional bowling performances from Yashbardhan Chauhan (6/75) and Ishan Om (4/62) were key to the win. This victory follows India's 3-0 sweep in the preceding Youth ODI series.
IIT student death: Parents' hunger strike enters Day 2
The parents of Sahil Wakode, an IIT Bombay student who died by suicide, are continuing their hunger strike for a second day, demanding the arrest of those they hold responsible. They allege caste discrimination and seek justice for their son, with Union Minister Ramdas Athawale assuring support.
INDIA bloc announces Odisha Bandh on Oct 8 over MMDR Act, other demands
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Sep 29 (IANS) The Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee (OPCC) president Bhakta Charan Das on Tuesday announced a statewide strike Odisha Bandh by the political parties of the India Bloc on October 8 over various demands, including the MMDR Amendment Act, 2026, the resignation of state School and Mass Education (S&ME) minister Nityananda Gond and Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. Speaking to media persons, the OPCC president said, The political parties of the INDIA bloc are protesting over three demands, including the repeal of the MMDR Amendment Act, the resignation and arrest of CEC Gyanesh Kumar, and Odishas education minister Nityananda Gonds resignation. He further said that the INDIA bloc had planned to gherao the Odisha Assembly on Tuesday. Das alleged that the state government, fearing the protest, adjourned the session sine die, even though it was scheduled to continue until October 3. So, the agitation will intensify further, and Odisha, from the capital Bhubaneswar to every village, will remain shut down on October 8. Thousands of workers of all the INDIA bloc political parties will court arrest, said the OPCC president. Meanwhile, the political parties of the INDIA bloc, led by the Odisha Congress, on Tuesday held a massive protest rally, 'Parivartan Rally' in Bhubaneswar against the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026, the resignation of state School and Mass Education (S&ME) minister Nityanand Gond over the school textbook error issue and the removal of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) over alleged electoral process irregularities. The members and leaders of Congress, CPI, CPI(M), CPI(ML) Liberation, Forward Bloc, NCP-Sharad Pawar, Samajwadi Party and RJD from across the state participated in the Parivartan Rally. After a huge protest meeting at the Lower PMG, the protestors marched towards the Chief Ministers residence to stage a gherao to register their protest. Senior leaders from Congress and other political parties addressed the workers at the protest meeting. Tension prevailed at Lower PMG as protesters clashed with police after they were stopped from marching ahead. To bring the situation under control, security personnel later detained several senior leaders and workers of the India bloc and took them away from the protest site. It is worth mentioning here that the opposition Biju Janata Dal also organised a massive protest rally in Bhubaneswar demanding the repeal of the MMDR Amendment Act, 2026 on Monday.
Ktaka farmers intensify Hubballi protest, demand Rs 5,500 per tonne sugarcane
Digital Desk | Hubballi, Sep 29 (IANS) Farmers from various districts of Karnataka intensified their protest in Hubballi on Tuesday, demanding a minimum price of Rs 5,500 per tonne of sugarcane, an increase in the minimum selling price of sugar and the implementation of the Dr M.S. Swaminathan Commission report. Thousands of farmers gathered at Kittur Rani Chennamma Circle. They later staged a protest near the residence of Union Minister Pralhad Joshi, raising slogans against the Centre and warning that they would continue their agitation until their demands were met. The Karnataka Rajya Raitha Sangha and Hasiru Sene organised the protest, with farmers from Dharwad, Belagavi and other districts participating. Organisers said more than 2,000 farmers had gathered at the venue. Initially, farmers planned to lay siege to Joshis Hubballi office, but shifted to Nehru Maidan after police reportedly denied permission. They later marched from Chennamma Circle towards the Union Ministers residence. Police deployed heavily around Joshis office and residence, with barricades erected to prevent protesters from advancing. Tension prevailed briefly when some farmers attempted to remove the barricades. More than 250 police personnel were deployed around Nehru Maidan and other key locations. Traffic was disrupted on several major roads in Hubballi as farmers staged sit-ins, leaving vehicles stranded in long queues stretching for kilometres. The farmers demanded that the government announce a scientifically determined remunerative price for agricultural produce, fix the minimum price of sugarcane at Rs 5,500 per tonne for the current crushing season and ensure sugar factories begin operations. They also sought an increase in the minimum selling price of sugar from Rs 31 per kg to Rs 60 per kg, citing rising cultivation costs. Farmer leader Chunnappa Poojari said cultivation costs had increased nearly threefold between 2019 and 2026. He demanded sugarcane prices be determined scientifically based on estimates submitted by the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP). He also sought an additional payment of Rs 300 per tonne to farmers supplying sugarcane during the 202526 season. Poojari further demanded that the Centre and state government waive farmers loans in full, criticising the state for providing only Rs 2,500 in crop-loss compensation. Farmers also called for the implementation of the Mahadayi irrigation project, declaration of minimum support prices for all crops, scientific determination of the Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP) for sugarcane and purchase of the states entire ethanol production. Addressing protesters, farmer leader Shashikant Guruji of Inchageri Math accused Joshi of failing to address farmers concerns and urged him to meet the protesters in person. He said farmers expected a direct response rather than a video message. Leaders warned that the protest would continue until the government responded. They said the next phase of the agitation would be decided after waiting until 5 p.m., with more farmers expected to join.
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IFA Shield: Punjab FC aim to top group against East Bengal after dominant debut
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 29 (IANS) Punjab FC will look to carry the momentum of their emphatic opening victory when they take on East Bengal FC in their final Group II fixture of the IFA Shield 2026-27 at the East Bengal Ground in Kolkata on Wednesday. The match, scheduled to begin at 2:30 p.m., will decide the group toppers, with both Punjab FC and East Bengal having already secured their places in the semifinals after winning their respective opening matches against Calcutta Customs Club. Punjab FC announced their arrival in the competition in emphatic fashion, thrashing Calcutta Customs 7-0 on Sunday in Pavlos Dermitzakis first match as head coach. The result also saw new signing Raphael Messi Bouli make an immediate impact, with the Cameroon international scoring a hat-trick and providing two assists. Boulis three-goal haul has put him level with Mohun Bagans Lallianzuala Chhangte at the top of the tournaments scoring charts. Punjabs attacking options were further underlined by goals from Diego Raposo, Konsam Sanathoi Singh and Bishu Sharma in the opening fixture. The Shers will also be encouraged by the contribution of their academy graduates. Manglenthang Kipgen impressed in midfield against Customs with his pressing and distribution, while Muhammed Uvais, Suresh Meitei and Nikhil Prabhu formed part of a young core that helped Punjab maintain control of the game. Dermitzakis expects a more demanding test against an East Bengal side playing on home turf. We had a fantastic start to the tournament, and the 7-0 victory showed the attacking quality and tactical discipline we possess. However, East Bengal is a historic club playing in front of their home fans, so it will be a completely different test. I am incredibly proud of how our Roundglass Academy graduates, particularly young players like Kipgen, stepped up and controlled the tempo. We will need that same intensity and teamwork tomorrow to secure the top spot in our group. East Bengal, meanwhile, entered the contest after beating Calcutta Customs 3-1 in their opening game. Despite conceding in the 12th minute, Bino Georges side recovered strongly to register a comfortable victory. With East Bengal juggling commitments in the AFC Champions League Two and the ISL, the club has used the IFA Shield to give opportunities to several reserve and emerging players. Akash Hemram and Rohit Danu were among those to find the net against Customs and will again be expected to provide attacking impetus. Punjab FC and East Bengal last met in the ISL in May, when the two sides played out a goalless draw at the Salt Lake Stadium. With a semifinal berth already assured for both teams, Wednesdays encounter will instead determine who finishes at the summit of Group II and gains the corresponding semifinal draw advantage.
'Situation now worse than during British era': CPI and CPI-M protest outside ECI office over SIR
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 29 (IANS) Members of Left parties, including the CPI and CPI-M, gathered outside the Election Commission of India (ECI) office on Tuesday and demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Speaking to IANS, CPI-M leader Brinda Karat noted that nearly 13 crore citizens had been removed from the voter list. Right now, almost 13 crore citizens of our country have been removed from the voter list. The situation made right now is worse than during the British era, she said. CPI-M General Secretary M.A. Baby also targeted the CEC, saying: Gyanesh Kumar cannot continue; we will not allow him to continue. The protest comes amid a broader Opposition campaign against the SIR exercise and demands for action against the CEC. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Tuesday demanded the immediate removal of Gyanesh Kumar, alleging irregularities in the SIR, and also sought Prime Minister Narendra Modis resignation on moral grounds over alleged pressure on the poll panel chief. Addressing the Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting, Kharge said the party would intensify its campaign against the CEC and the government, including by taking up the issue on the streets and in Parliament. On September 25, the Congress had led nationwide protests demanding Gyanesh Kumars resignation, accusing him of compromising the integrity of the electoral process. Civil society groups and other organisations also held parallel protests in Delhi and several states. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court on Tuesday agreed to hear next week a petition challenging the functioning of the CEC and questioning the legality of the nationwide SIR. The controversy intensified after an Indian leading daily reported that Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi had raised objections on at least 14 occasions over decisions and orders concerning the SIR during the past 10 months. According to the report, the two commissioners had alleged that some decisions were taken without their knowledge or recommendation. The ECI, however, has maintained that its decisions on the SIR were taken in accordance with the law and has characterised differences within the Commission as part of its internal deliberations.
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Smriti Irani Criticizes Congress for Demanding Restoration of Deceased and Duplicate Voter Names
Smriti Irani questions Congresss push to restore deceased and duplicate voter names, highlighting electoral integrity concerns. Smriti Irani Criticizes Congress for Demanding Restoration of Deceased and Duplicate Voter Names
Rights body slams Pakistan over mass evictions in Balochistan's Gwadar, calls it 'state assault'
Digital Desk | Quetta, Sep 29 (IANS) Human rights body Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) strongly condemned the Pakistani authorities for evicting thousands of people in Balochistan's Gwadar district under the pretext of a security threat, describing the move as an occupation of Baloch land and a state assault on Baloch survival. Sardasht area located near Shadi Kaur region in Gwadar, is an ancient Baloch settlement where nearly three thousand people have lived for generations. This entire area, including Reke Bazaar, Syed Muhammad Bazaar, and Tolgo, serves as the centre of the local people's social and economic life. Today, the state is displacing precisely these people from their homes, lands, and ancestral territory under the guise of a security threat, the BYC stated. This justification of security is merely a pretext. The very state constitutionally obligated to protect citizens' lives and property is the one evicting them from their land. If there is a genuine threat in the area, it is the state's duty to provide protection to the people, not to render them homeless. Evicting three thousand people from their homes does not make them safe; rather, it turns them into refugees, unemployed, and displaced within their own homeland, it added. According to the BYC, labelling an entire population as a threat and displacing them from their homes amounts to collective punishment. The rights body said that when communities are displaced and their land cleared in the name of security, under the banner of protection, it becomes clear that the state's target is not some threat, but Baloch land itself. What is happening in Sardasht is not an isolated incident but a link in the chain of a systematic state policy underway in Balochistan, particularly along the Makran coast. The land and coastline of Gwadar are being sacrificed to so-called development projects and the interests of powerful lobbies, while the Baloch people are seen as obstacles and systematically removed, the BYC stated Sometimes it's plans to fence off Gwadar city, sometimes checkpoints at every step, sometimes depriving fishermen of their own sea, sometimes restrictions on border employment, and now evicting people from their homes -- these are all different phases of the same policy, it noted. Expressing grave concern, the BYC said that Pakistan's policy is aimed at gaining complete control over Balochistan's land and resources, reducing the Baloch people to a minority in their own homeland and eroding the economic and social foundations of Baloch society. It called for an immediate halt to the evictions in Sardasht and withdrawal of all related orders, while demanding that displaced families be allowed to return home with dignity and receive full compensation for their losses.
INS Tarkash arrives in Mombasa to boost India-Kenya maritime ties
Digital Desk | Nairobi, Sep 29 (IANS) In a significant step towards deepening maritime cooperation between India and Kenya, Indian Naval Ship (INS) Tarkash, a frontline guided-missile frigate, arrived at Mombasa Port in the East African nation on Tuesday for an operational turnaround, which will run until October 2. The port call will feature professional exchanges, interactions between the crews, and community outreach. INS Tarkash will be open to visitors on 01 October from 11 am4 pm. On departure, the ship is scheduled to undertake a Passage Exercise with the Kenya Navy, the Indian High Commission in Nairobi posted on X. The visit advances India-Kenya maritime cooperation in the Western Indian Ocean and reflects India's MAHASAGAR vision, it added. On September 19, Indian High Commissioner to Kenya, Adarsh Swaika, met the African nation's Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs, Korir Sing'Oei, and reviewed potential outcomes from forthcoming high-level exchanges. High Commissioner Adarsh Swaika met Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs Korir Sing'Oei. They reviewed key aspects of bilateral relations, including progress on ongoing initiatives and potential outcomes from forthcoming high-level exchanges, the High Commission of India in Kenya stated on X. High Commissioner highlighted the growing bilateral trade and investment ties and underscored the importance of an investor-friendly business environment, it added. Earlier in April, INS Trikand, a frontline guided missile frigate of the Indian Navy, concluded a highly successful Operational Turnaround (OTR) in Mombasa, which included professional exchanges and community outreach, while strengthening maritime cooperation with the Kenyan Navy. According to the Indian Assistant High Commission in Mombasa, the ship's OTR witnessed a blend of wellness, engagement and professional exchanges. An early morning yoga session saw enthusiastic participation from local residents and Kenya Navy personnel. The Commanding Officer of INS Trikand, along with the Defence Advisor at the High Commission of India, called on Brig. MS Shemote, Commander of the Kenya Navy Fleet, at Kenya Navy Base Mtongwe. Specialist officers also visited the Kenya Navy Training College, sharing insights on training curriculum and infrastructure development, the Indian Assistant High Commission posted on X. The port call by INS Trikand aligned with India's vision of MAHASAGAR and aimed at strengthening maritime cooperation and bilateral ties between India and Kenya.
'Peaceful dissent is not terrorism': Activists slam Pakistan over PoK crackdown at Geneva meet
Digital Desk | Geneva, Sep 29 (IANS) Several Kashmiri political leaders, international human rights defenders, journalists, civil society representatives and activists on Tuesday strongly condemned Pakistan over escalating human rights abuses in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) during an international conference held at the Geneva Press Club. The conference was organised by United Kashmir People's National Party (UKPNP) on the sidelines of the ongoing 63rd Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) in Geneva. According to the UKPNP, the participants sharply criticised reported extrajudicial killings, enforced disappearances, arbitrary arrests, communications blackouts and allegations of excessive use of force by Pakistani security forces in PoK. They also expressed solidarity with the civil society group Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) and its peaceful people's rights movement in the region. During the meeting, the UKPNP called for independent international investigations, accountability for those responsible for unlawful killings, justice for victims' families, the release of arbitrary detainees and the restoration of fundamental freedoms in PoK. The conference also highlighted the demands for democratic self-rule, ownership of natural resources, freedom of movement, freedom of expression, stability and the rule of law in the occupied territory. The UKPNP reiterated its opposition to terrorism, extremism, political violence and the use of PoK as a weapon for geopolitical interests. On Monday, addressing the UNHRC session, Sardar Shaukat Ali Kashmiri, Representative of the African Development Association (ADA) and Chairman of the UKPNP, expressed grave concern over reports of escalating repression by Pakistani authorities in PoK since June 5 this year. He cited deaths, injuries, arbitrary arrests, enforced disappearances, restrictions on peaceful assembly, communications blackouts and the increasing militarisation of civilian life in the occupied territory. He called for an immediate, independent and impartial investigation into reported violations and urged the international community to press Pakistan to ensure accountability and protection for civilians exercising their fundamental democratic rights. Peaceful dissent is not terrorism, and demanding rights is not a crime, Shaukat Ali told the Council. He called on Pakistan to immediately end the use of force against peaceful demonstrators, release all individuals arbitrarily detained, establish the fate and whereabouts of missing persons, and restore unrestricted internet and mobile communications throughout PoK.
CWC meet: Cong calls SIR fraud exercise; plans pan-India stir against compromised poll panel
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 29 (IANS) The Congress Working Committee (CWC) on Tuesday deliberated on a host of burning issues concerning the 'irregularities' in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise and vowed to launch nationwide protests against alleged malpractices by the Election Commission (EC). Addressing a press conference after the CWC meet, Congress General Secretary K.C. Venugopal launched a scathing attack on the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, demanding his immediate sacking while alleging that he was acting at the behest of the Centre to deprive crores of voters their democratic right to cast a vote. The SIR is a complete fraud exercise. The CEC is completely compromised, the Election system is rigged, both the EVMs and the voters' lists are compromised -- designed to favour the BJP in elections, Venugopal claimed. He said that the Congress party will aggressively resist the design to hijack the democracy and launch a pan-India protest soon, after consultation with the INDIA bloc partners. The democracy and the country are under threat under prevailing circumstances. We will fight tooth and nail and wont let EC succeed in its designs, he noted, while highlighting the Congress stir at more than 800 places in the last two-three days. Notably, a meeting of the INDIA bloc allies is scheduled for Wednesday, where all opposition parties are expected to close ranks against the irregularities and formalise a plan to protest, seeking Gyanesh Kumars ouster. The Congress leader, during the press conference, put forth two demands. We are demanding immediate resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar, as he has no moral right to continue in the chair for a single day, he said. Congress partys other demand is immediate suspension of SIR, restoration of 13.30 voters, whose names have been illegally struck off from the voters list, he added. Escalating his attack on the Centre, he said that all the CWC members echoed the view that CEC Gyanesh Kumar was not alone but a tool in the hands of his political masters in altering the SIR process unilaterally. Whenever dictators lose confidence, they try to find extraordinary tools to continue in power. This cannot happen without the concurrence of the Prime Minister and the Home Minister. The two CECs purportedly wrote to the Cabinet Secretary, and that this must have been brought to the Prime Ministers notice, he said. Jairam Ramesh, citing Rahul Gandhis comments at the CWC meet, said that the Congress party has been raising issues of vote chori and unfair manipulation of electoral rolls, but no one paid heed, and these revelations have exposed the malpractices within the poll panel. Rahul Gandhi told the CWC members that it was because of the Congress party that such disclosures are being made. From the Karnataka to Haryana elections, Rahul cited multiple instances of electoral malpractice and made detailed presentations, but people didnt believe him. Today, the disclosures show that what he was saying was right, he told the press. Venugopal, while spelling out the Congress strategy on protests against the EC, said the party will protest in the Parliament and resist on the streets. However, a clear and designed roadmap for pan-India protest will be taken up after the INDIA bloc meeting on Wednesday, he added.
TRE-4, Group D aspirants stage protest in Patna over recruitment demands
Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 29 (IANS) Protests by Teacher Recruitment Examination (TRE-4) and Group 'D' job aspirants continued in Patna on Tuesday, with demonstrators taking to the streets over their respective recruitment-related demands. TRE-4 aspirants gathered outside Education Minister Mithilesh Tiwari's residence, demanding that candidates appearing for the CTET 2026 examination also be allowed to participate in the BPSC TRE-4 recruitment process. The demand has been raised previously by candidates appearing for CTET, who have sought an opportunity similar to that provided to candidates appearing for the State Teacher Eligibility Test (STET). Meanwhile, the Group D candidates marched from Gandhi Maidan towards the Chief Minister's residence. Police stopped the protesters near JP Golambar by putting up barricades. Around 500 protesters subsequently sat down at the spot and began a sit-in demonstration. Carrying the Tricolour and displaying posters and banners, they raised slogans demanding appointments and action on their long-pending recruitment process. Some protesters also brought folding cots to the protest site. According to the demonstrators, they have been sitting on a protest at Gardanibagh for around 30 days. One of the protesters said he had applied for the recruitment in 2012 after the advertisement promised employment opportunities to eligible candidates. He alleged that although the examination was intended for candidates with matriculation and Class 8-level qualifications, questions were of a much higher difficulty level. The protesters said they had remained on the streets because their demands had not been addressed and alleged that no government representative had come forward to meet them. Another candidate said that the group comprised 9,720 candidates who had submitted applications in 2023 and appeared for the examination in 2024. He claimed that appointments had still not been made. The candidates are demanding that the government complete the appointment process and resolve their pending grievances. In view of the demonstrations, police erected barricades at several locations along the protest routes. A large number of personnel were deployed to regulate the movement of protesters and maintain security. Water cannons and riot-control vehicles were also kept ready as part of the arrangements. The protests come amid continuing mobilisation by job aspirants in Patna over recruitment delays and examination-related demands. Bihar's government has previously announced changes to the TRE-4 examination process following protests by teacher-recruitment aspirants, including a decision to conduct the examination in a single phase.
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Raj Thackeray also invited all parties to join this protest march, while extended support to the Cockroach Janta Partys (CJP)s Jail Bharo Andolan protest on October 2, demanding for the resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar
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2 MHA Officials Arrested for Seeking Bribes for FCRA Registration
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Congress has called for the immediate suspension of the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Allegations include the illegal removal of 13 crore voters by the Election Commission. The party is demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. A nationwide agitation is planned to address concerns regarding electoral integrity. The opposition INDIA bloc will meet to strategize further actions related to these issues.
Century-old Texas girls camp puts 749-acre riverfront property up for auction
Camp Mystic, a century-old Christian girls' camp in Texas, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy following catastrophic flooding in 2025 which killed 28 people. The camp's owners plan to auction off property and other assets to repay creditors. Victims' families oppose the sale, demanding accountability and transparency concerning the camp's operations. Investigations revealed negligence in the camp's response to a flash flood alert prior to the incident.
New Delhi [India], September 29: OPPO India today announced the launch of the OPPO K14 Plus, a powerful new addition to the K Series that brings together performance, immersive entertainment, advanced imaging and long-lasting endurance. Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7360 MAX, the smartphone features a 1.5K 144Hz AMOLED Ultra Bright Display, 6-Year Durable 8000mAh Large Battery, 50MP OIS Main Camera with 4K video, 5000mm Vapour Chamber for sustained performance. Built around OPPO's Powered to Perform, Built to Last proposition, the K14 Plus is designed to deliver a smooth, dependable experience that keeps up with demanding everyday use while offering the confidence of long-term performance and durability.
Tulshi villagers in Maharashtra have protested decades of water scarcity by putting up 'Village for Sale' banners, demanding action on stalled canal work. Residents say depleted water sources have left the village dependent on tankers.
Private Bus Operators to Observe 24-Hour Strike Demanding Fare Hike
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Abort Patriarchy: DU Women Students Turn North Campus Into a March for Freedom and Safety
A women-only protest march took over Delhi University's north campus on Monday afternoon as students from multiple colleges walked together demanding safer streets and an end to curbs on their movement in the name of protection. The march, organised independently by
India, US discuss evolving Indo-Pacific security landscape, deepening defence cooperation
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 29 (IANS) India and the US explored ways to deepen bilateral defence cooperation while exchanging views on the changing security dynamics in the Indo-Pacific. The talks were held on Monday between Indian Army chief General Dhiraj Seth and Lieutenant General Joel B Vowell, Deputy Commanding General of United States Army Pacific (USARPAC), in New Delhi. Following the meeting, the Indian Army took to X on Tuesday and posted: Lieutenant General Joel B Vowell, Deputy Commanding General, USARPAC, called on General Dhiraj Seth, COAS, on 28 September. The leaders discussed the evolving security landscape in the Indo-Pacific and explored opportunities to advance bilateral defence engagement across multiple domains. The interaction also focussed on measures to enhance interoperability through joint training and military exercises. The successful outcome of Exercise Yudh Abhyas validated the seamless synergy of joint operations and reaffirmed the commitment of both Armies towards strengthening military-to-military cooperation, it added. Earlier on Monday, Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh also held discussions with a bipartisan US Congressional delegation led by Representative Brian Mast on deepening the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership, with a particular focus on advancing defence industrial and technological cooperation. In a post on X, the Ministry of Defence said, Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh met with a bipartisan delegation from the United States House of Representatives, led by Representative Brian Mast, Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee. Their discussion centred around the evolving India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership with special emphasis on defence industrial and technological cooperation. Last week, as part of the Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2026, contingents of the Indian Army and the US Army trained side by side across multiple platforms and operational scenarios, sharpening interoperability and deepening mutual understanding of each others tactics, techniques and procedures. US Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, said that the bilateral military exercise 'Yudh Abhyas' reflected the strength of the defence partnership between both countries. Gor made the statement after witnessing US and Indian forces training together during the exercise at the Mahajan Field Firing Range in Rajasthan. Impressive to see US and Indian forces training together at Mahajan Field Firing Range. This exercise reflects the strength of our defence partnership: trust, readiness, interoperability, and shared purpose. Proud of what US Army and Indian Army are achieving together, Gor posted on X.
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 29 (IANS) Actress Raveena Tandon shared a reflective note on life, loss and the importance of cherishing loved ones. Taking to Instagram, the Mohra actress spoke about how some chapters of life eventually come to an end, leaving behind memories and lessons. Some days some chapters close, memories are left behind. Losing loved ones is an eventuality. We have to accept, she wrote. The actress also shared her thoughts on the different struggles people go through in life, saying she prays for those facing battles to overcome them. When I hear stories of different lives and their battles, I pray they overcome victoriously, but everyone has to serve what they came here for, learn, earn your good karma and then leave, she added. Concluding her note on a hopeful message, Raveena urged people to make the most of their time and relationships. Till then live and love like never before. Tandon also shared pictures of herself in an elegant white suit. She struck different poses for the camera. Meanwhile, Raveena Tandon recently appeared on the semi-finale episode of Indias Best Dancer Season 5, where she opened up about the demanding work schedules of actresses in the 1990s. She recalled how she and Karisma Kapoor would juggle multiple film projects and shooting locations in a single day. Reflecting on the hectic pace of work during that era, Raveena said that she and Karisma were among the actresses who would often work for what felt like more than 24 hours a day. Raveena admitted that the hectic routine could become so overwhelming that they sometimes even lost track of the characters they were portraying. Reflecting on the hustle of that era, she shared, 90s mein I think do hi heroines thi jo literally 24 ghante mein 36 ghante kaam karte the. Ek Lolo ji hain aur ek main hoon. Aur 6 different productions ke 6 sets pe alag alag ek din mein hum shooting karte the. Do ghante idhar, dedh ghante udhar, teen ghante idhar toh chaar ghante udhar. Hume pata bhi nahi ki hum kaunse character mein hain. Beyond a point, hum bhool jaate the ki joh bhi bola gaya hai woh karo. Uss samay humko kahan rich spoiled brat', ek hi role tha 6 sets pe. (In the 90s, I think there were only two actresses who literally worked 36 hours in a 24-hour day. One was Lolo ji and the other was me. We would shoot for six different productions on six different sets in a single day. Two hours here, one and a half hours there, three hours at another set and then four hours somewhere else. At times, we didnt even know which character we were playing. After a point, we would forget everything and simply do whatever we were told. Back then, there was no such thing as a rich spoiled bratit was the same role across all six sets.)
AAP Leader to Demand FIR Against Delhi Minister Pravesh Verma
AAP leader Saurabh Bhardwaj plans to approach the police commissioner demanding an FIR against Minister Pravesh Verma for alleged misconduct. AAP Leader to Demand FIR Against Delhi Minister Pravesh Verma
AAP Leader to Demand FIR Against Minister Pravesh Verma
AAP leader Saurabh Bhardwaj plans to approach the police commissioner demanding an FIR against Minister Pravesh Verma for alleged misconduct. AAP Leader to Demand FIR Against Minister Pravesh Verma
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 28 (IANS) Actor Dev Sharma, who was recently seen portraying Lord Ram in Shri Ramayan Katha, recalled a memorable incident from 2024 during the Ram Mandir inauguration. He recalled when he was shooting in Nainital and witnessed what he described as a fine display of Hindu-Muslim unity during celebrations linked to the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. Recalling his experience from Nainital, Dev said he was shooting near the Naina Devi temple when he was hearing reports of tensions and riots in different parts of the country. I would like to say one thing. When the Ayodhya temple was being built in 2024, I was shooting in Nainital. If you have been there, there is the Naina Devi temple in Nainital. And on the way to the Naina Devi temple, there is a very big mosque on the corner. I was hearing everywhere that riots were happening somewhere, this was happening somewhere, that was happening somewhere, Dev said. He recalled how a Ram yatra began from the Naina Devi temple, with the procession passing close to the mosque. During that time, a few things happened, and people told us, Dont go through that area. You have come here to shoot. Today is the construction of the Ram Mandir, so keep watching, he said. Dev said he was surprised by what unfolded as the procession moved ahead. The Ram ji yatra had started from the Naina Devi temple, with people saying, Jai Shri Ram. The mosque was right there, and there were gates on both sides. The whole mosque was full because their prayers had just ended. Everyone felt that something was going to happen because the whole crowd had gathered there, he recalled. According to Dev, the situation unfolded very differently from what people around him had anticipated. He said Muslims who had gathered at the mosque came out and joined the celebrations. You wont believe it. I would like to tell all the audience of India, all the viewers, all the people: every Muslim, whether he was wearing a cap or not, came out and danced to the song of Lalla Shri Ram, Dev said. And they danced in such a way that we were amazed by how happy they were. We were wondering, What is happening? So maybe this is the work of Modi ji, that he has brought everyone together. And when I saw this, I was shaken, he added. I still get goosebumps because whenever I remember it, I am surprised. Hindus, Muslims, Sikhs and Christians, these identities are created by humans. God is the same for everyone, he said. So, the way Hindus and Muslims accepted this at that time was commendable to me, Dev added. Dev Sharma was recently seen portraying Lord Ram in Shri Ramayan Katha, where his portrayal and screen presence received positive responses. The film itself faced criticism from sections of the audience over its treatment of the source material, with viewers questioning its historical and mythological accuracy, storytelling and what they described as deviations from established accounts. The movie directed by Abhishek Singh, also stars Anjali Arora, Sheela Verma and Rajneesh Duggal.
In Islamabad, shipping containers on the streets signal a protest is imminent
ISLAMABAD, September 29, 2026 (AP) Its a familiar sight in Pakistans capital whenever a protest is expected: shipping containers lined up along streets or placed across key routes to restrict demonstrators movement and keep them from reaching sensitive areas. For residents, the steel barriers have become an unmistakable warning of what may follow: blocked streets, snarled traffic and long detours across Islamabad and neighboring Rawalpindi. The latest deployment came ahead of a march by supporters of imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan demanding his release. Cranes have lifted red, blue and green containers from trucks and lowered them into
Late September rains bring winter-like chill to Delhi-NCR; more showers likely before dry spell
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 29 (IANS) Rain brought winter-like weather to Delhi-NCR residents in the early hours of Monday, with the national capital waking up to cooler conditions and cloudy skies. The region is likely to witness isolated rainfall on Tuesday, continuing the light spell recorded on Monday. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), dry weather is expected to set in from September 30, with mainly clear skies likely through the first week of October. Rain, thunderstorms and lightning are expected at isolated places across Delhi, Chandigarh and Haryana on Tuesday. Similar weather conditions are likely in Punjab. However, from September 30, mainly dry weather is expected over several parts of northwest India. As the southwest monsoon nears its final departure from the country, rainfall activity continues across several regions. While some areas are witnessing heavy showers, thunderstorms and strong winds have brought a noticeable change in weather conditions elsewhere. From the hilly states of North India to Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Northeast India and several parts of South India, rainfall is expected. Some areas may also receive heavy rain accompanied by strong winds and lightning. According to the IMD, heavy rainfall is likely in Himachal Pradesh, parts of the Northeast, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and South Interior Karnataka. Rain and thunderstorm activity may also continue across Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh. Delhi had received 4.3 mm of rain at Safdarjung on Sunday morning, after recording 0.6 mm until 8.30 p.m. the previous evening, extending rainfall into the final days of September. The September 27 shower was the first rain recorded this late in the month since September 29, 2019, when 0.3 mm was recorded. The late-season rain arrived just four days after the southwest monsoon withdrew from Delhi on September 23. The IMD's normal withdrawal date for the national capital is September 25, based on the 1971-2019 period. This year's withdrawal was the earliest since 2002, when the monsoon exited Delhi on September 20. The 2026 monsoon arrived on July 2, five days later than the normal onset date of June 27. It lasted 83 days, seven days shorter than the normal duration. Delhi's rainfall pattern was also uneven during the season. Safdarjung recorded 728.6 mm of rainfall between June 1 and September 23, against the normal 629.7 mm, marking a surplus of 16 per cent. The seasonal rainfall was classified as normal by the IMD despite being above the long-period average. The late showers added at least another 4.3 mm at Safdarjung by Sunday morning. Meanwhile, Delhi-NCR's air quality remained in the 'satisfactory' category. Monitoring stations recorded AQI levels of 58 at Mandir Marg, 60 at Aya Nagar, 60 at Punjabi Bagh, 83 at CRRI Mathura Road, 67 at Sirifort, 72 at IGNOU-Maidan Garhi, 73 at Chandni Chowk, 58 at Burari Crossing, 69 at Anand Vihar, 82 at Mundka, 77 at Jahangirpuri, 70 at Okhla Phase-2 and 65 at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.
Meerut: Security up near mosque ahead of Hanuman Chalisa call
Police have stepped up security around a mosque in the Kesarganj Mandi area here after a video circulated on social media showing a Hindu outfit leader announcing plans to recite the Hanuman Chalisa near the mosque on Tuesday, officials said. Additional police personnel have been deployed outside the mosque and patrolling has been intensified as 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 .
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Protests In J and K Assembly Over Statehood
The Jammu and Kashmir assembly has passed a resolution demanding the immediate restoration of full statehood, a move that saw protests and a walkout by BJP legislators. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah questioned the Centre's repeated assurances of restoration at an 'appropriate time'.
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Ruckus in Assembly as BJP storms Well over autonomy reference
Srinagar, Sep 28: The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly witnessed a major showdown on Monday as Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) legislators led by Leader of Opposition (LoP) Sunil Sharma stormed into the Well and staged a sit-in protest over references to the 2000 autonomy resolution and the pre-1953 position in the statehood resolution. The BJP said it was fully in favour of restoration of statehood and was ready for a debate on the issue, but strongly objected to references that, it said, sought to bring the autonomy question and the pre-1953 constitutional position back into the Assembly. We are in favour of statehood, but the language used in the resolution is against the Constitution of India. It is unacceptable, Sharma said in the House. The protests soon disrupted proceedings, with BJP members raising slogans against the government and Speaker Abdur Rahim Rather. The protesting legislators repeatedly entered the Well despite appeals from the Chair to return to their seats. The situation escalated as four MLAsthree from the BJP and one from the Congresswere marshalled out of the House amid the continuing uproar. BJP members raised slogans including Kursi chodo, kursi chodo, Speaker saab kursi chodo and Vande Mataram, turning the Well into the centre of the confrontation. The BJPs protest was triggered by the wording of the resolution, particularly its reference to the Assembly resolution passed in 2000 during the Farooq Abdullah government, which had sought greater autonomy for the erstwhile State and referred to the constitutional position prevailing before August 9, 1953. Statehood yes, autonomy reference no Sharma maintained that the BJP had no objection to restoration of statehood and was prepared to participate in a debate on the issue. However, he said references to autonomy and the pre-1953 position were unacceptable and should not be part of a resolution seeking restoration of statehood. The BJP argued that bringing the 2000 autonomy resolution into the present resolution changed the character of the issue before the House. The Opposition also objected to the Speaker allowing the resolution to be taken up in its present form. BJP MLA R S Pathania moved a motion seeking the removal of Speaker Rather, questioning his decision to admit the resolution. Rather said the motion could not be taken up immediately and would have to follow the prescribed procedure. 'Well turns into protest zone' With tempers rising, BJP legislators moved into the Well and continued their sit-in, raising slogans against the ruling dispensation. The confrontation also saw rival slogans from the treasury and Opposition benches, with BJP members raising Bharat Mata Ki Jai and Vande Mataram, while members on the other side raised slogans demanding restoration of statehood. The marshalling out of four legislators added another flashpoint to the already charged proceedings. The BJP insisted that its position on statehood should not be confused with its opposition to the autonomy reference. The party maintained that restoration of statehood was a separate issue and that the Assembly should debate it without bringing back questions relating to the erstwhile constitutional arrangement. The controversy over the wording of the resolution has consequently turned the statehood debate into a larger political confrontation in the Assembly, with the BJP challenging the inclusion of the 2000 autonomy resolution and the pre-1953 reference, while the ruling benches have defended their right to place the issue before the House. The dramatic scenes, slogans, protest in the Well and marshalling out of four MLAs, including one Congress MLA, marked one of the most turbulent episodes of the ongoing Assembly session.
Congress takes fight against CEC Gyanesh Kumar to streets
The Congress party has launched nationwide protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, demanding his removal. Accusing him of acting in favour of the BJP and citing alleged irregularities in electoral roll revisions (SIR), party workers burned effigies and clashed with police. Opposition parties plan further action, including a meeting of the INDIA bloc to strategize for his ouster.
Deputy CM questions BJP stand on statehood
Srinagar, Sep 28: Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on Monday questioned the BJPs stand on restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, saying the demand was being raised for the people and not for any individual or political party. Speaking to reporters, Choudhary also raised concerns over the functioning of various departments and institutions, saying important decisions should be taken by the elected government in Jammu and Kashmir. He referred to the discussion on statehood in the Legislative Assembly and said the government had already passed resolutions on the issue, while reiterating that the Centre had made commitments regarding restoration of statehood. Two years have passed, but statehood has still not been restored, Choudhary said, adding that instead of restoration, changes in the rules of business had created further hurdles in the functioning of the elected government. He also questioned why a discussion listed in the Assemblys business was opposed, saying that members had the opportunity to put forward their views on the floor of the House. If there was any objection or doubt, this is a democracy. There are microphones and allotted seats in the Assembly, and members could have participated in the discussion, he said. On the statehood resolution, Choudhary said the government had sought to remind the Prime Minister and Home Minister of their earlier commitments regarding restoration of statehood. He said the commitments had been made before the elections and reiterated during the election campaign in Jammu and Kashmir. Choudhary also referred to pending issues concerning reservation and daily wagers, saying recommendations on reservation had already been forwarded by the concerned committee but the matter was still awaiting further action. He said the government wanted greater powers for the elected Assembly so that decisions concerning Jammu and Kashmir could be taken within the region. We are demanding statehood for the common people. We want the people of Jammu and Kashmir to be empowered in this Assembly so that they can secure their rights and interests through their elected representatives, he said. Choudhary further criticised BJP legislators over their protests in the Assembly, arguing that they could have participated in the scheduled discussion instead of disrupting proceedings. He also questioned the circumstances under which Jammu and Kashmirs statehood was altered in Parliament in 2019, asking whether the views of the people or the elected representatives had been sought at that time. The Deputy Chief Minister said the issue of statehood would remain a major political and public concern in Jammu and Kashmir.
AIP backs statehood resolution
Srinagar, Sep 28: Awami Ittehad Party (AIP) senior leader and Langate MLA Sheikh Khursheed on Monday backed the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly resolution seeking restoration of statehood, saying the regions political identity and democratic rights must be restored. Speaking during the discussion on the resolution, Khursheed said the people of Jammu and Kashmir had lost their political identity, flag and emblem and that these should be restored. Statehood is about our political identity, dignity and democratic rights, he said, adding that restoration of statehood should not be treated as a concession or favour. Khursheed also criticised the National Conference for repeatedly referring to Prime Minister Narendra Modis 2024 commitment on statehood, saying political promises should not be remembered selectively. He questioned why the NC did not similarly refer to commitments made by former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru to the people of Jammu and Kashmir. The commitments made to the people of Jammu and Kashmir have a history and that history cannot be selectively remembered for political convenience, Khursheed said. During the Assembly proceedings, he also displayed a poster carrying the erstwhile Jammu and Kashmir State flag and emblem, with a message demanding restoration of what he described as rights taken away from the people.
Congress protests over alleged vote chori in Srinagar
Srinagar, Sep 28: The District Congress Committee (DCC) Srinagar staged a protest at the J&K Congress headquarters on Sunday, alleging electoral irregularities and demanding greater transparency and accountability in the electoral process. The protest was led by DCC Srinagar president Dr Audil Farooq Mir and attended by senior Congress leaders, Youth Congress and Mahila Congress workers. Rajya Sabha MP and AICC Media and Publicity Department chairman Pawan Khera also joined the demonstration. The protest took place amid police deployment, barricading and concertina wires around the Congress headquarters. Protesters raised slogans and burned effigies of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Police personnel intervened to extinguish and remove the burning effigies. Addressing the gathering, Mir alleged that the Congress had been raising concerns over what it termed electoral theft and said recent developments had reinforced the partys concerns. He demanded an investigation into decisions taken under Kumars tenure as Chief Election Commissioner and called for his resignation. Mir also demanded the resignations of the Prime Minister and Home Minister, alleging that the Election Commission was acting at their behest. The Congress said the Srinagar demonstration was part of a wider district-level mobilisation across the country and reiterated its demand for safeguards to protect the independence and credibility of the Election Commission.
BJP moves motion to remove Speaker
Srinagar, Sep 28: Opposition BJP on Monday moved a motion to remove Speaker of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly Abdul Rahim Rather for allowing the resolution brought by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah demanding full statehood restoration. The BJP said the resolution was allowed by the speaker in contravention of the rules. As soon as []
Congress Protests in Punjab Demanding Resignation and Arrest of Chief Election Commissioner
Thousands of Congress workers in Firozpur protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, demanding his resignation and arrest. Congress Protests in Punjab Demanding Resignation and Arrest of Chief Election Commissioner
Telangana Congress Protests Demanding Resignation of Chief Election Commissioner
The Telangana Congress staged a massive protest in Hyderabad, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged voter list irregularities. Telangana Congress Protests Demanding Resignation of Chief Election Commissioner
Catherine Zeta-Jones WARNS About AIs Rapid Rise: Theres NO Guardrails
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Bike Patrols, Surprise Night Checks At Delhi Parks After Kalkaji Gang Rape
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Congress stages protest in Kalaburagi demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumars resignation
The Kalaburagi district unit of the Congress on Monday staged a protest outside the Deputy Commissioners office here, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, alleging that the Election Commission was functioning with clear political bias
Maha drought worsens, cancels leave for 11 departments
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The also demanded the removal of the CEC, an independent probe into the ECIs decisions, and a public social audit of the electoral roll; if free and fair polls are under threat, then what remains of democracy? asks senior lawyer Kapil Sibal
Himachal Congress holds statewide protest, demands CEC Gyanesh Kumar
Himachal Pradesh Congress on Monday held a statewide protest against the functioning of the Election Commission of India (ECI), demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and action against him over what the party alleged were arbitrary and undemocratic decisions concerning the electoral process. Congress district units staged demonstrations at all 12 district headquarters in Himachal Pradesh and submitted memoranda addressed to the President of India through the respective Deputy Commissioners. In Shimla, the rural and urban units of the District Congress Committee jointly submitted a memorandum to the Deputy Commissioner, Shimla, raising concerns over the functioning of the Election Commission and demanding the removal and resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner. The Congress has been protesting against the way Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls has been conducted and has alleged irregularities in the electoral process. The party ha...
District Congress units stage rallies in Mawkyrwat, Jowai demanding CEC
Mawkyrwat/Jowai: Demanding the arrest and removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged vote theft through Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2026, the Congress on Monday held protest rallies in South West Khasi Hills and West Jaintia Hills. In Mawkyrwat, the District Congress Committee took out a rally and burnt the effigy of the [] The post District Congress units stage rallies in Mawkyrwat, Jowai demanding CECs arrest over vote theft first appeared on Highland Post .
IIT-Bombay student case: Sahil Wakodes family begin protest at Mumbais Azad Maidan
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Anjali Patils Selvi unveils new poster ahead of Busan International Film Festival premiere
Ahead of its world premiere at the Busan International Film Festival, the makers of Selvi have unveiled a new poster featuring National Award-winning actor Anjali Patil in the titular role. The Tamil-language drama is among the two Indian films selected for the Vision Asia section at the 31st Busan International Film Festival. Directed by debut filmmaker Sailesh Rathnakumar, Selvi follows Selvi, played by Patil, a migrant home-care nurse working in the homes of wealthy families. Her job involves demanding shifts that can last anywhere between 12 and 72 hours, leaving her with little time for rest, independence or a life outside work. The film begins as a story centred on migration, female friendship and the realities of caregiving. However, the narrative gradually takes a darker turn when details of an incident from Selvis past begin to emerge. The story then moves into the space of a psychological thriller, exploring themes of memory, survival and the lengths a person may go to protect the life they have built. The newly unveiled poster originated from an idea by Anushka Madhavan, which was further developed by Sailesh and given its final treatment by Shree Teertha. Through its imagery, movement and layered visual elements, the poster seeks to offer a glimpse into Selvis inner world. Anjali Patil, who also serves as the films producer, spoke about the significance of the project and its upcoming premiere at Busan. She said, Selvi is a very personal film for me, and as a producer and actor, this journey has meant a lot. The film looks at migration, caregiving, labour, dignity and survival through an Indian experience, but these are conversations that go beyond borders. Im very excited to take Selvi to Busan and experience the festival with the film. There is something special about seeing a film you have worked on so closely being presented to an international audience. Im looking forward to being there, meeting filmmakers and audiences, and sharing Selvi with them. It feels like a very meaningful moment for all of us. The film has been edited by nine-time National Award winner A. Sreekar Prasad, while the sound design is by National Award winner Anand Krishnamoorthi, who received the National Award for Ponniyin Selvan: Part I. Archana Padmini and Vinoth Kishan are also part of the principal cast. Selvi is co-produced by the Red Sea Fund, an initiative of the Red Sea International Film Festival, and supported by Hong Kong Asia Film Financing. The film is set to have its world premiere at the Busan International Film Festival this October. Also Read : Busan International Film Festival unveils trailer of Anjali Patil starrer Selvi; National Award winner stars in Tamil drama about migration and caregiving
Raichandani's 210* puts India U-19 in control vs Australia
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Nampally revenue inspector caught taking Rs 15,000 bribe
Hyderabad: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Monday, September 28, caught a revenue inspector from the Nampally Mandal in the Nalgonda district for demanding and accepting Rs 15,000 as a bribe in exchange for an official favour. The accused, Rallabandi Gopa Raju, allegedly demanded the bribe amount through Adulla Yadagiri, working as an assistant, and the 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 .
Congress stages protests demanding CECs resignation
Congress intensifies protests demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, citing threats to democracy and the Constitution. Congress Demands Resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Amidst Allegations of Threats to Democracy
CEC Gyanesh Kumar under pressure over alleged manipulation of electoral rolls
NEW DELHI, Sept 28 (Reuters) Opposition groups are demanding the resignation of Indias election chief Gyanesh Kumar over allegations of widespread voter-list manipulation during the verification of the countrys one billion voters. The calls come barely a month after US President Donald Trump praised Kumar, a former bureaucrat who took over as Indias chief election commissioner in February 2025, for insisting that Indian voters prove their identity with photo ID, unlike in the US. Criticism of Kumar, who has denied all allegations, soared last week when the Indian Express newspaper said his two de facto deputies had raised at
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Young Indian Cricketer Shines with Unbeaten Double Century Against Australia
Indias U-19 team takes a commanding lead in the unofficial Test series with a stellar performance from 17-year-old Lakshya Raichandani. Young Indian Cricketer Shines with Unbeaten Double Century Against Australia
Bengal: Teachers protest in Kolkata demanding job security
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 28 (IANS) A section of computer teachers from state government and government-sponsored schools staged a protest at Bikash Bhavan in Salt Lake, Kolkata, on Monday, demanding job security as they face imminent dismissal. Hundreds of teachers sat on the road after police blocked their way, preventing them from entering Bikash Bhavan. When police tried to stop the procession with barricades, protesters attempted to move forward by throwing them down. Police later informed that a delegation of 10 people would be allowed inside, but the teachers insisted they would not withdraw without a government notification ensuring their jobs. More than 3,000 computer teachers in the state were appointed by private organisations before and after 2022 under five-year contracts. Some contracts expire this year, while others end in early 2027. Recently, the organisations issued letters stating contracts would expire on September 30, with all documents to be handed over to the responsible agency by October 9. Since the Left Front era, the government has appointed computer teachers on a contract basis in government and government-aided schools. Later, the Trinamool Congress government also allowed such appointments. Teachers said appointments were made in the sixth and seventh stages through private organisations in 2022 and earlier, but the government did not regularise them. The teachers alleged that salaries had been reduced by about Rs 1,000 in recent months due to changes in government rules. They claimed dismissal would affect their families and school authorities, as most project work is now digital. On Monday, the procession began at Karunamoyee bus stand. As it reached Bikash Bhavan, a scuffle broke out with police. Teachers tried to advance by throwing barricades but were blocked again, after which they sat in front of the building. One teacher said: We are being dismissed from our jobs like this before Durga Puja. What kind of justice is this? The government must take action. We have helped students in schools, and now this is the reward?
Congress and opposition parties continue protests demanding resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar
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'A serious problem, can't just wish it away': Karti Chidambaram on concerns over EC's SIR process
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 28 (IANS) Amid street protests in several states by Congress workers demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, party MP Karti Chidambaram said on Monday that the irregularities in the poll panel about conceptualisation and implementation of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) is a matter of serious concern and it just can't be wished away. He said that the issue of 'widespread discrepancies' in the poll panel's SIR process has left everyone 'alarmed and dismayed' including the civil society, citizens and the political parties and hence it was important to address them. Taking objection to Union Health and Family Welfare Minister JP Nadda's remarks, where he accused the Opposition of spreading confusion and anarchy, Karti Chidambaram said that the Union Minister can't just brush the problem under the carpet. Referring to voices seeking Election Commission's (EC) justification from NDA's own allies, the Congress leader said, All the political parties are on the same page. There have been instances of alliance partners of BJP from Bihar asking for clarifications. So, it's not just the parties in the Opposition that are raising these questions. Even alliance partners of the BJP are raising these questions. So, this is a widespread problem. When questioned on the recent joint sitting of the Election Commissioners in wake of dissent row, Karti Chidambaram said that the staged event can't remove the doubts that has seeped into the minds of people. A photo opportunity and a staged event can't gloss over grave concerns, the people of India have about the functioning of the Election Commission. The entire SIR process, the way it has been designed, engineered and implemented, raises a lot of questions, he added. Karti Chidambaram also said that these questions have not only been raised by civil society and political parties, but also from within the Election Commission and hence the latter can't run away from the accountability. Earlier on Monday, JP Nadda speaking to the press, accused the INDIA bloc of devising new ways to spread confusion and anarchy, because of its frustration and despondency over country's progress.
SUCI (Communist) Protests in Bhubaneswar Demanding Removal of CEC and Cancellation of SIR
The Odisha State Committee of the SUCI (Communist) staged a powerful demonstration at Master Canteen Square in Bhubaneswar, protesting the alleged authoritarian removal of over 13 crore citizens from voter lists nationwide. The agitation was part of a nationwide call given by the SUCI (Communist) Central Committee. Leaders strongly criticised Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh [] The post SUCI (Communist) Protests in Bhubaneswar Demanding Removal of CEC and Cancellation of SIR appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Patna stir turns tense as police use water cannons, lathi-charge protestors
Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 28 (IANS) Patna witnessed heightened protest activity on Monday as thousands of protesters from several organisations took to the streets over a range of demands. The situation turned tense at J.P. Golambar and Dak Bungalow Crossing, where police used barricades, water cannons and subsequently resorted to a lathi-charge to disperse protesters. Nursing and paramedical students were among those participating in the demonstrations. The students were protesting over examination results at the Bihar University of Health Sciences (BUHS) and demanding the removal of the Vice-Chancellor. Tensions escalated as protesters moved from J.P. Golambar towards Dak Bungalow Crossing. Police had erected barricades to prevent the march from advancing, but some protesters allegedly uprooted the barricades and attempted to move forward. A scuffle subsequently broke out between police personnel and protesters. Despite the police intervention, the protesters continued towards Dak Bungalow Crossing. The administration had established a security perimeter at Dak Bungalow Crossing, including barricades and barbed wire, to prevent protesters from advancing further. When some protesters attempted to breach the security arrangements, police deployed water cannons to disperse the crowd. Protesters continued raising slogans despite the water jets, with some reportedly waving slippers towards the police. The situation subsequently escalated, following which the police resorted to a lathi-charge. Protesters alleged that several students were injured during the police action. According to those participating in the demonstration, four students sustained injuries to their heads, hands and other parts of their bodies. However, the exact number of people injured and the nature of their injuries could not be independently established from the available information. Official figures may differ from claims made by protesters. Rural SP Komal Meena was also reportedly injured during the confrontation. A major component of Monday's protests involved nursing and paramedical students of the Bihar University of Health Sciences. The students alleged that around 80 per cent of candidates had failed their examinations and said the results had adversely affected their academic and professional futures. They are demanding a review of the results and the removal of the university's Vice-Chancellor. The 80 per cent failure figure is an allegation made by the protesting students and has not been independently confirmed. Monday's protests involved several groups pursuing different demands. One group of protesters reportedly moved towards the Chief Minister's residence, while CPI-ML activists had announced plans to surround Lok Bhawan. Separately, protesters gathered with posters demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The demonstrations added to the already heightened political activity in the state capital. With multiple groups taking to the streets simultaneously, police deployed additional personnel at key locations and used barricading and crowd-control measures to regulate the movement of protesters. The developments led to disruptions at several major points in central Patna as authorities attempted to prevent the demonstrations from moving beyond designated areas.
No relief for farmers till assessment reports are finalised: Maha Minister
Digital Desk | Yavatmal, Sep 28 (IANS) Despite the state government declaring drought across 75 per cent of Maharashtra, Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule on Monday clarified that farmers will not receive immediate financial aid. He said disbursements would take place only after complete loss assessment reports (panchnamas) are finalised to ensure no affected farmer is excluded or unfairly compensated. Bawankule, who heads the newly appointed Cabinet Sub-Committee on Drought Relief, explained that premature financial aid without thorough ground reports would ultimately harm farmers. Our goal is to ensure that not a single eligible farmer is excluded. Different crops, such as cotton, soybean, turmeric, sugarcane, horticulture and orange orchards, have distinct damage parameters. Releasing funds today without ground assessments would lead to inaccurate compensation. Comprehensive reports are necessary, and Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis will formally announce the financial package once these are finalised, he said. To streamline the process, the Cabinet Sub-Committee will meet every Tuesday to review the evolving situation across affected districts. Bawankule emphasised that precise ground verification is critical for securing funds under National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) guidelines. He also directed MSEDCL to ensure 12 hours of uninterrupted power supply to agricultural feeders, with power availability issues to be reviewed weekly. Responding to letters from opposition leaders, including NCP chief Sharad Pawar, demanding urgent drought relief, Bawankule said the government had received over 2,000 such letters. Opposition leaders are merely performing their duty by writing letters, but our government is not acting solely because of them, he remarked. He added that the Chief Minister had personally visited farm bunds to assess the situation. Talukas omitted from the drought list would also be evaluated after thorough study. He urged political parties to avoid politicising the crisis and contribute to relief efforts. On protests regarding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, Bawankule accused the Opposition of spreading negativity. After raising baseless doubts about EVMs, they are now targeting the SIR process. What is wrong with ensuring accurate voter lists? he asked, alleging that opposition parties fail to work at the booth level and instead rely on false narratives. He added that voters had rejected misinformation during recent elections, resulting in strong public support for the ruling alliance.
Maha Congress stages agitation against Gyanesh Kumar
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 28 (IANS) The Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) on Monday launched massive demonstrations across all district collectorates, demanding the dismissal and arrest of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. The party accused him of undermining democratic institutions and manipulating voter rolls to benefit the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Congress leaders described Gyanesh Kumar as a stain on democracy and submitted memorandums outlining grievances to district collectors. The protests featured creative forms of dissent: in Amravati, protesters paraded an effigy of the CEC on a donkey before destroying it; in Thane, demonstrators forced an effigy to do sit-ups (uthak-baithak) as punishment. Large rallies were also held in Pune, Kolhapur, Solapur, Nashik, Nagpur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Chandrapur, Nanded, Latur, Beed, and across the Konkan and North Maharashtra regions. Senior Congress leaders led protests in several districts: Satej Patil in Kolhapur, Praniti Shinde in Solapur, Yashomati Thakur and Balwant Wankhede in Amravati, Kalyan Kale in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Pratibha Dhanorkar in Chandrapur, Ravindra Chavan in Nanded, Shivaji Kalge in Latur, and Kumar Ketkar in Thane. Addressing gatherings, the Congress reiterated allegations earlier raised by Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, about vote theft. The party claimed that over 13 crore voters nationwide, including more than 3 crore in Maharashtra, were arbitrarily removed from electoral rolls under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise. It further alleged that 47 lakh untraceable voters were added to Maharashtras rolls ahead of the 2024 assembly polls. Congress spokespersons highlighted reported written dissent from two Election Commissioners over procedural deviations by the CEC, saying it validated their charges of bias. Leaders warned that the agitation would escalate into a national movement unless action were taken against Gyanesh Kumar.
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LPU unrest: Venugopal, Pinarayi Vijayan demand probe, safe return of Kerala students
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 28 (IANS) Congress leader K.C. Venugopal and Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) leader Pinarayi Vijayan on Monday have come out strongly over the unrest at Lovely Professional University in Punjab, demanding a transparent investigation into the allegations raised by students and urgent measures to ensure the safety and return of Malayali students. Venugopal alleged that the Punjab government was pursuing a politics of intolerance in which even the right to protest was being denied. He also alleged serious lapses on the part of the police in handling the situation at the university. An intolerant politics that does not even allow people to protest is being pursued by the government, Venugopal said. He added that Malayali students at the university had contacted him in the wake of the clashes. He said that all arrangements had been made to facilitate their return to Kerala. Vijayan said the developments at the university should be viewed with utmost seriousness. He added that the students had taken to the streets following allegations that a girl student had been sexually assaulted. Vijayan alleged that the university management, led by its founder and Chancellor and BJP Rajya Sabha MP Ashok Kumar Mittal, had sought to suppress the students' protest using the police and Sangh Parivar workers. He demanded a strong response against such attempts and called for a comprehensive and transparent investigation to ensure justice. Vijayan also demanded a no compromise probe into the role of the university management in the various issues raised by the students. The immediate concern, he said, was the safety of the more than 1,500 Malayali students at the university. With classes suspended for 10 days following the violence, Vijayan said that arrangements should be made to enable the students to return home safely. The Centre and the Kerala government should urgently intervene to facilitate their journey from Jalandhar to Delhi and from there to Kerala, the CPI-M leader and former Chief Minister added. He also called for coordination with the Railways to arrange special trains or additional coaches if required, saying that students could face a shortage of tickets. Both Kerala leaders stressed the need to address the concerns of students and parents immediately, with Venugopal focusing on the alleged denial of the right to protest and police lapses and Vijayan demanding an impartial probe and immediate arrangements for the safe return of Kerala students.
Tom Westley Steps Down As Essex Captain After Six Years
Essex County Cricket Club: Tom Westley has stepped down as captain of Essex County Cricket Club after being in charge for six years, the club confirmed on Monday. Westley took over from Ryan ten Doeschate in January 2020 and will conclude his captaincy after the Glamorgan match. The English top-order batter reflected on his time as captain of the club. Captaincy of Essex has been, and always will be, my greatest honour. It has been a privilege to serve this great Club, and it saddens me that I havent been able to leave it in a better place, Westley said ,as quoted by Essex. Personally, I feel that my biggest value is scoring runs and contributing to Essex victories, something which I havent been able to achieve this year. For that reason, I feel now is the right time for a change and for the Club to explore a new direction. Westley is the longest-serving player of the club currently, having joined the academy in 2003. He made his first-team debut in 2007. It is an all-encompassing role which has been demanding at times, none more so than this current season, for which I will be accountable. No one is more disappointed than I am with the results of the second half of the year, Westley said. Westley is the longest-serving player of the club currently, having joined the academy in 2003. He made his first-team debut in 2007. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Westley went on to win a trophy in his first season as captain, leading Essex to victory in the Bob Willis Trophy final at Lords. Above all, I want to thank my family, who have to carry the highs and lows along with me. Thank you, he added. Article Source: IANS
Kriti, Tahira & Raghu Ram turn Daughters Day into a powerful message on womens safety
On Daughters Day, the conversation around womens safety took a serious turn following the alleged rape of a 17-year-old girl at Delhis Aastha Kunj Park near Kalkaji Mandir. As outrage grew, Tahira Kashyap, Kriti Sanon and Raghu Ram spoke about the fear women face and the need to challenge rape culture, victim-blaming and everyday safety restrictions. From Kritis powerful Ive reached message to Tahiras poignant monologue and Raghus protest, their voices brought renewed focus to womens safety.
Maharashtra Congress stages statewide protests against CEC Gyanesh Kumar
Maharashtra Congress held protest marches at district collectorates across the state on September 28, raising allegations of irregularities in electoral rolls and demanding action against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar
J-K assembly passes statehood resolution as BJP protests
The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly has passed a resolution demanding the urgent restoration of full statehood, a move that saw the opposition BJP stage a walkout. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah moved the resolution, which also referenced previous calls for greater autonomy and special status. The BJP vehemently opposed the resolution, calling it an insult to the Constitution.
Congress Defaces CEC Gyanesh Kumar
The political confrontation between the Congress party and the Election Commission of India (ECI) escalated sharply on Monday as party workers launched intense nationwide demonstrations, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The protests turned dramatic in Uttar Pradesh, where demonstrators reached the CECs residential gate in Agras Vijay Nagar, pasting pamphlets and [] The post Congress Defaces CEC Gyanesh Kumars Agra Home Demanding His Resignation appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
J&K Assembly passes statehood restoration resolution amid protest, walkout by BJP MLAs
Digital Desk | Srinagar, Sep 28 (IANS) The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly on Monday passed a resolution demanding the urgent restoration of full statehood to the union territory amid strong protests and walkout by BJP legislators. The resolution was moved by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and was passed despite opposition from the BJP, the largest opposition party in the Assembly. Jammu and Kashmir has remained a union territory since Parliament abrogated Article 370 in August 2019 and reorganised the erstwhile state into two UTs -- Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. The BJP opposed the resolution, questioning the manner in which it was allowed by the Speaker, Abdul Rahim Rather. BJP legislators said the Speaker had permitted the resolution to be taken up in relaxation of the Assembly rules. As soon as the Assembly proceedings began on Monday, BJP members stood up and protested against the resolution. The opposition party also moved a motion seeking the removal of Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather, alleging that he had allowed the chief minister's resolution in violation of the rules. Speaker Rather refused to step down, saying he had not read the BJP notice seeking his removal from the speaker. Rather said under the procedure of the Legislative Assembly, the notice would be listed after 14 days. The BJP Legislators, led by Leader of Opposition (LoP) Sunil Sharma, entered the well of the House and staged a mock proceeding. The Speaker ordered the marshals to remove some legislators from the well as CM Omar Abdullah continued his speech seeking the passage of the resolution amid the din created by the BJP legislators. The House finally passed the resolution in the absence of the opposition BJP, which has 29 MLAs in the 90-member Legislative Assembly. BJP has taken exception to linking the statehood restoration resolution to past resolutions seeking restoration of Article 370 and the special status for J&K. The passage of the resolution and its linkage to the controversial Article 370 and the since-abrogated special status of J&K have once again brought the ruling NC into a direct confrontation with the BJP.
Khalistan Zindabad Slogans Outside Golden Temple During US Ambassador Sergio Gors Visit
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor visited Harmandir Sahib, also known as the Golden Temple, in Amritsar along with a 28-member American delegation.During the visit, a brief demonstration took place outside the shrines main entrance, where Shiromani Akali Dal (Amritsar) acting president Emaan Singh Mann and party workers raised slogans including Khalistan Zindabad and God Bless America. Security personnel soon intervened and managed the crowd.The delegation was welcomed by SGPC President Harjinder Singh Dhami and other senior Sikh officials. The delegation is also scheduled to visit Jallianwala Bagh and the Partition Museum.
TPCC hold protests demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar
Hyderabad: Telangana Congress on Monday, September 28, protested for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar at several places across the state. In Hyderabad, the protest was led by Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) president Mahesh Kumar Goud, Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Vikramarka Bhatti, IT Minister D Sridhar Babu and Congress MP Kiran 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 .
Telangana Congress protests demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumars resignation
LPU Protest Reason: LPU protests erupted on September 27 after a rape allegation involving a female student at Lovely Professional University in Punjab. Students are demanding justice, stronger hostel security and accountability. Police have registered a case and formed an SIT to investigate. The university has suspended classes for 10 days and postponed mid-term exams.
Himachal Pradesh Congress launches protests demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar
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Majithia alleges AAP used LPU students as 'pawns for revenge', seeks central probe
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 28 (IANS) Shiromani Akali Dal General Secretary, Bikram Singh Majithia, has alleged that students of Lovely Professional University (LPU) were used as pawns for revenge amid the recent agitation at the university, and has called for a central probe into the incident. In a post on X, Majithia targeted Punjab Chief Minister, Bhagwant Mann and Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia, alleging that the political leadership was involved in using students in the controversy. Guru Dokhi @BhagwantMann, Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia allegedly used LPU students as pawns for revenge! Majithia claimed in the post. Majithia linked his allegations to the political developments surrounding LPU Chancellor and Rajya Sabha MP, Ashok Mittal, alleging that after Mittal joined the Bharatiya Janata Party, people from outside Punjab were brought in from Delhi to provoke the agitation. After Ashok Mittal joined the BJP, outsiders were brought from Delhi to provoke the agitation, he alleged. The SAD leader also raised questions over the presence and activities of certain individuals during the protest. Referring to what he described as video evidence, Majithia claimed that people at the site could be seen carrying walkie-talkies, bats and weapons, while questioning the conduct of the police. Video evidence shows people carrying walkie-talkies, bats and weapons, while the police remained mute spectators! he said. Majithia further questioned the detention and subsequent release of people whom he described as outside YouTubers and provocative elements. He sought to know who had ordered their release and questioned the policing arrangements during the episode. Police detained YouTubers and provocative elements overnight, but who ordered their release? What kind of policing is this? Majithia asked. The SAD leader said the issue had wider implications for students, employees and Punjabs investment climate. He argued that the livelihood of thousands of people and the education of a large number of students could be affected by the developments. The livelihood of thousands and education of lakhs of students is at stake. Will this attract investment to Punjab? Majithia wrote. Majithia also questioned whether the developments were linked to what he described as a personal political dispute. He alleged that the agitation could have been aimed at diverting attention from controversies involving a government bungalow and Gayatri Bishnoi. Was this done merely to settle a personal score? he asked, adding, Was this a conspiracy to divert attention from the government bungalow and Gayatri Bishnoi controversies? The SAD leader ended his post by demanding a central investigation into the matter. A central probe is needed, Majithia said.
