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'Is The System Perfect? Absolutely Not': Nara Lokesh Backs EC At India Today South Conclave
INDIA Bloc To Protest Outside Delhi EC Office, Demand Resignation Of CEC
Opposition Protests Grow in Mumbai & Delhi Over Poll Irregularities; BJP Hits Back
Election Commission Row: 'Street anarchy cannot replace representative democracy'
INDIA Bloc Steps Up SIR Stir, Seeks CEC Resignation; BJP Slams Hypocrisy
Case registered over remarks reportedly made during a DYFI march against alleged police excesses in Delhi
APCC president alleges unilateral decisions in Election Commission raise questions over transparency, accountability and collective decision-making
Copy-paste protest stunts? Another Delhi woman's bus-blocking act sparks backlash
A group of 42 retired judges has expressed concerns over criticism directed at the Election Commission. They stated these attacks serve vested political interests, compromising democratic integrity. The judges defended the EC's actions as essential to maintaining clean electoral rolls for fair elections. They urged political parties to present legit grievances formally, rather than delegitimizing the electoral process.
Tensions flared during a Faridabad protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, resulting in Congress leaders Parag Sharma and Gajna Lamba clashing. The confrontation began when Sharma was seen slapping Lamba, which sparked immediate retaliation. Baljit Kaushik, the Congress District president, was among those who tried to intervene. A complaint was said to be filed at the Faridabad Old Police Station, but police have not verified this information.
The FIRs name several people, including Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, according to the police.
India Bloc MPs Given 8 PM Slot To Meet President Murmu; March Shelved
INDIA Bloc MPs to Meet at Central Hall, Finalise Delegation Ahead of Meeting President
Opposition INDIA Bloc MPs to Meet President Murmu Over Election Commission Functioning
The INDIA bloc, a coalition of opposition parties, is gearing up for a significant meeting with President Droupadi Murmu. This meeting is pivotal as it aims to address issues related to the Election Commission's operations. Key leaders from various parties will assemble in Parliament before proceeding to the President's office.
Arvind Kejriwal has called for a large-scale protest at Jantar Mantar on October 10. He accuses the BJP government and chief election commissioner Gyanesh Kumar of systematic vote deletion. Despite police refusal for permission, the Cockroach Janata Party plans to proceed with their demonstration. Activists believe their constitutional right to protest should not require prior approval. Concerns regarding public inconvenience due to security measures have been raised by protest organizers.
Ex-Bureaucrats Back Election Commission, Reject Vote Rigging Charges
Burning an effigy of the CEC, they allege Gyanesh Kumar deleted 13 crore votes under the guise of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process; condemn the obstruction of protesters heading to Delhi to voice their dissent
Hiremath calls for an investigation into the role of the Union government, particularly Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, in the appointment of the election commissioners and the conduct of the SIR exercise
Aaditya Thackeray: 'Gyanesh Kumar Will Have To Go' Over Poll Bias
EC's sanctity, independence openly compromised: Sachin Pilot attacks CEC, Modi govt
The detentions took place at multiple locations across Delhi amid heavy security in view of the demonstration called by the CJP against SIR.
As protesters struggle to reach designated protest site, students and others gather in smaller groups near INA; police detain hundreds
Delhi Lockdown Row: Sanju Verma, Yeshwardhan Azad & O.P. Rawat Debate Capital Deployments
INDIA bloc leaders during the recent Congress protest.
CJP leader Ajinkya Shinde speaking at a press conference in Delhi on Saturday evening.
India Counters UN Body Over Delhi Stir; Opposition Clashes With BJP Over CEC
A day after his bench opposed blanket curbs on public transport ahead of the demonstration, Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant on Saturday morning contacted government authorities to secure the release of several lawyers, including women advocates, after being informed they had been detained by Delhi Police while peacefully protesting outside the Supreme Court complex
Demonstrations and detentions were also reported in Bengaluru, Chennai, Jaipur and Chandigarh; Goa protesters held a rally.
The youth protesters had called for passive resistance amidst the massive build-up of security forces in the national capital
Delhi Shutdown: 4 Pleas in Supreme Court Ahead of Special Hearing Over Crackdown
The 30 locations flagged by the traffic police include the Ashoka Road-Jantar Mantar Road roundabout.
Delhi markets are reopening on Sunday amid fresh protest calls at Jantar Mantar, with traders urging tighter security as fears of festive season business losses grow.
The detention came amid an unprecedented security clampdown in Delhi, where more than 7,000 protesters were detained at multiple locations, police sources said
A controversy had erupted over Delhi police personnel allegedly entering the gurdwara premises in Delhi on Saturday as some protesters, facing police action during demonstrations against the Chief Election Commissioner, sought refuge there.
In a significant move, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has announced plans for a meeting with the Chief Justice of India. He, alongside senior leader Rahul Gandhi, intends to discuss pressing issues regarding the independence of constitutional institutions. Kharge raised concerns about the Election Commission's functioning and criticized new legislation that he believes contributes to electoral malpractice, terming the current political landscape an undeclared Emergency orchestrated by the government.
The Supreme Court on Sunday directed authorities to prevent illegal detention of people participating in peaceful gatherings amid the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protests in Delhi. It also asked the Centre to ensure that metro services operate normally and internet access remains uninterrupted, subject to law and order requirements. Sibal welcomed the court's order in connection with the restrictions imposed in Delhi amid protests, saying it restores faith in the country's justice system.
Delhi Detentions: SC Issues Contempt Notice To Home Secretary, Police Chief
BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj condemned Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Aam Aadmi Party leader Arvind Kejriwal for losing their voter base. She accused both parties of seeking excuses for their electoral defeats instead of constructive politics. Rahul Gandhi announced upcoming protests to challenge the government's actions against demonstrators. Kejriwal criticized PM Modi for police actions during protests and invoked historical comparisons.
CJP Leaders Released on ₹50,000 Bond, Delhi Peace Undertaking & Fresh Protest Vow
Ashutosh Ranka and other CJP leaders at a press meet in Delhi on Sunday.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, who was absent from the previous two marches, will join the INDIA bloc’s march tomorrow.
AICC general secretary says that the agitation will continue until Gyanesh Kumar is removed from the post of Chief Election Commissioner
Supreme Court checks detentions as CJP protests against CEC intensify in Delhi
Aam Aadmi Party MP Sanjay Singh accused Delhi Police of using excessive force against peaceful protesters. Thousands of individuals were reportedly detained during the demonstrations against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Singh criticized authorities for restricting protests by closing metro stations and imposing internet restrictions. He emphasized the need for continued peaceful protests to address alleged electoral irregularities.
The Congress president also demands ballot paper elections, removal of CEC Gyanesh Kumar and action against those allegedly involved in vote manipulation
A large number of protesters gathered on the gurdwara premises while trying to reach Jantar Mantar to join the protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar
Pappu Yadav, Independent MP from Purnea, alleged that the Centre was targeting young protesters to shield Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar
Voter List Row: Delhi Sees Protests, Detentions And Supreme Court Review
Strict action will be taken against those who insult Constitutional institutions, damage public property or create disorder in society, he says
CPI(M) general secretary M.A. Baby accuses police of having ‘turned police vans into torture camps’, and alleges that ‘women are being cruelly attacked and detained for hours inside mobile jails’
Delhi Protests: 'No Fundamental Right Is Absolute', Says BJP's Sanju Varma
Anti-CEC Protests In Central Delhi, Heavy Security Deployed At Connaught Place As Cops Detain Many
On October 12, 2026, the Congress and the entire INDIA bloc and the country's youth will again take to the streets in massive numbers
AAP alleges force, 6,000 detentions at Delhi protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar
Some allege that people merely standing or walking in the area were also taken into custody
AAP slams Delhi Police entry into Bangla Sahib, seeks Amit Shah's resignation
Protests continue despite security deployment and restrictions on gatherings; throughout the day, police chase and detain demonstrators; a few shoppers return to Connaught Place but remain cautious
The letter, addressed to the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi and the Delhi Police Commissioner, was issued by Citizens for Fraternity - Bharat (CFF-Bharat).
Rahul Gandhi targets CEC, INDIA bloc to move Supreme Court on Monday
INDIA Bloc Leaders Rally in Delhi, Himachal Bhavan Sees Massive Protest
CJI's 'separation of powers' reminder while saying no to meeting INDIA bloc leaders
Delhi Chalo March: 'Vote Chor, Gaddi Chhod' Slogans Raised as INDIA Bloc Marches
One of the resolution’s key demands is addressing irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process
Opposition Protest Over Poll Body, BJP Slams Rahul Gandhi Over 'Shiv' Remark
The Lok Sabha MP from Thiruvananthapuram shared a post of Gandhi that said in Hindi: “Gyanesh Kumar will go."
Congress workers staged a protest rally in Hubballi on October 11, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over allegations of electoral malpractice and attempts to undermine democracy
Mumbai Police booked Aaditya and Amit Thackeray after their protest demanding election chief Gyanesh Kumar’s removal; another agitation is planned Monday.
Shashi Thaoor called it the poem of the day, which coincides with the pre-planned Rahul Gandhi's march to the Supreme Court against the Chief Election Commionser Gyanesh Kumar, who has been at the opposition's crosshairs over his functioning linked to the contentious Special Intensive Revision (SIR). “This government will go,” Tharoor also said in a previous post.
FIR against Aaditya Thackeray, cousin after staging sit-in against CEC in Mumbai
The Congress MP called for the "Challo Dilli" protest march, which was planned from Connaught Place to the Supreme Court against the functioning of the poll body. The protest will continue despite the CJI not giving his assent to a meeting with the opposition MPs on the issue. He also emphasised that any citizen or elected representative could approach the court and seek legal relief.
The CJI said the top court does not have administrative powers to deal with issues raised by the Congress leaders.
INDIA Bloc March To Supreme Court, Heavy Security Deployment At Bhagwan Das Road
Students Gather Near Supreme Court Amid Heightened Security and RAF Deployment
INDIA Bloc March Enters Barakhamba Road, Protesters Breach Barricades To Meet CEC
INDIA Alliance Leaders March Towards Supreme Court Amid Protests
INDIA Bloc Marches to Supreme Court: Massive Mobilisation as Police Barricade Delhi Roads
JD(U) slams Rahul Gandhi, says attacking EC will not win elections
DSGMC president Harmeet Singh Kalka, after filing the complaint, had said there was "great resentment within the Sikh community" over the alleged attempt by AAP workers to stage a protest near Gurudwara Bangla Sahib. He said the committee had taken action against those involved and lodged a police complaint against AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal.
Opposition Moves Supreme Court Seeking CEC Removal as Protests Enter Day 10
'This Is Not The End Of The Protest': Gurdeep Singh Sappal
INDIA Bloc Marches to Bhagwan Das Road, Files Supreme Court Plea Against SIR Exercise
Petition Seeks Quashing Of All Illegal Acts At EC: Abhishek Manu Singhvi
Opposition Show of Strength in Delhi as Supreme Court Petition Filed and Cadre Mobilises
The BJP gets a vote registered for whoever it chooses. If you are a BJP member, the Election Commission will register you as a voter. If you are a BJP member, you are considered an Indian citizen, he said
The Congress, Anurag Thakur said, has "no moral right" to question elections.
Opposition Protest Towards Supreme Court: Paramilitary Deployed, Barricades Breached
Opposition Protest Over Election Commission, Re-Poll Demand & BJP Foreign Hand Row
SCAORA backs CJI Surya Kant, says parties must seek relief through courts
CJI Surya Kant says Supreme Court doors are open amid opposition protests
INDIA Bloc March, Supreme Court Petition Filed Over Voter Deletions, CEC Accountability
Opposition Protest in Delhi, Supreme Court Plea Filed Against Election Commission
The developments come amid political friction in the national capital, with opposition parties staging protests in the streets.
Delhi Face-Off: INDIA Bloc CEC Protest vs BJP Agitation Against MP
Opposition Protest in Delhi, Supreme Court March Halted as BJP Slams Congress
Opposition stalwarts, along with hundreds of supporters and activists, undertook their "March for Democracy" to the Supreme Court on Monday on a heavily barricaded route and filed a joint petition against SIR and alleged poll irregularities, in another show of strength after a series of street protests over the "vote chori" charge.
Rahul Gandhi Enters Supreme Court With Top Congress Leaders After Delhi Protests
Read Rahul Gandhi's 10-point petition against Election Commission in Supreme Court
A march led by Rahul Gandhi and other opposition leaders reached the Supreme Court to contest electoral irregularities. The leaders filed a joint petition naming the Election Commission of India as a respondent. This petition challenges decisions related to the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. The opposition demands transparency and safeguards against voter deletions during the process.
INDIA Bloc Marches to Supreme Court, Targets Election Commission as BJP Hits Back
NDTV accessed details of the plea which has been listed as Rahul Gandhi v. Election Commission of India .
'First Of All, Parties Should Learn How To Protest From BJP': Sujeet Kumar
The electorate increased from 1,93,94,435 in draft roll to 2,01,00,727 in the final roll, representing a net increase of 3.64%, says CEO
CEC Gyanesh Kumar Resignation Demand: Sena UBT Protests Police Action
Rahul Gandhi: 'People of India Are Not Going to Be Intimidated'
Voter deletion row: Sanju Verma defends EC, slams opposition over SIR protests
'The Capital Of This Country Is Under Siege By Its Own Government': Renuka Chowdhury
"Congress wants to destroy all the constitutional and democratic institutions of India. All Anti-India gangs are joining hands. All patriotic Indians will also come together," Kire Rijiju posted on X
Row Over Videos Of Rahul Gandhi Jostling In Opposition March, BJP Hits Out
Opposition Marches To Supreme Court, CJI Denies Meeting, Row Over CEC Resignation
Batman Mask Politics: Opposition Tactics, NDA Counter & Protest Optics
Mallikarjun Kharge tries wearing the Batman mask with Rahul Gandhi's help
Himanta Dares Rahul: Let Congress Quit Kerala, 'Ready To Contest in Assam on Ballot Papers'
'I Do Not Have Faith In The Current Election Commission': Aaditya Thackeray
Neha Bora has been among the activists detained several times by the Delhi Police over the last week amid the agitation against the CEC.
This came a day after thousands of protesters gathered in central Delhi, in one of the largest political mobilisations in the Capital in recent years.
SC May Hear Opposition Plea on Election Commission & CEC Gyanesh Kumar on October 26
FIR against NSUI women workers, 22 pleas over protest crackdown in Supreme Court
Live: Vijay's TVK, Congress, INDIA bloc allies to stage mega protest in Chennai
Supreme Court To Hear Opposition Plea On SIR, CEC And Jantar Mantar Denotification
SC Hears SIR Roll Pleas: Opposition Demands CEC Removal, Jantar Mantar Ban Challenged
BJP sharpens UP ground game as Opposition targets CEC in Delhi. Which will pay off?
Must give an explanation: SC pulls up Rahul Gandhi for his conduct during October 12 anti-CEC protest
Supreme Court Hearing on SIR Exercise, Election Commission Petitions and Protest Site
SC issues notice to Centre on plea challenging de-notification of Jantar Mantar as protest site
Supreme Court has issued notices to the ECI, Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi.
Supreme Court Pulls Up Rahul Gandhi Over October 12 Protest March And Commotion
The Supreme Court was hearing Rahul Gandhi and other INDIA bloc leaders’ pleas challenging SIR.
SC Hears Pleas on Delhi Protests, Detentions, Curbs and Rahul Gandhi Conduct
SC seeks government response on denotification of Jantar Mantar as protest site
Supreme Court Pulls Up Rahul Gandhi Over March, Demands Explanation for Conduct
Supreme Court seeks EC response on Opposition's voter deletion claims
The Delhi Police order dated October 11 named Ramlila Ground, Burari Ground and CBD Ground in East Delhi as venues for protests.
Neah Bora during one the protest marches (File)
The court issued notice to the ECI, Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and the two Election Commissioners on the petitions filed by Rahul Gandhi and others
The protesters have been seeking the resignation of Gyanesh Kumar
Pakistani Fake News Account Banned on X Over Fabricated Videos on Delhi Protests and Rahul Gandhi
Supreme Court Pulls Up INDIA Bloc Leaders Over October 12 March, Commotion
Supreme Court Proposes Panel on Assault on Women Journalists, Bars Arrest
He was speaking at an INDIA bloc protest in Chennai on Thursday, demanding the resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irregularities in the SIR exercise
Addressing the media, Dipke alleged that students and young people had been protesting in Delhi for the past 10-15 days and were being dragged away by authorities. He claimed that Opposition leaders who joined the demonstrations, including former chief ministers Mamata Banerjee, Arvind Kejriwal and Pinarayi Vijayan, were also detained. “And all this for whom? For one man, Gyanesh Kumar,” Dipke said, referring to the Chief Election Commissioner.
The TVK’s participation in the protest comes days afterRahul Gandhi met Vijay in Chennai on October 10.
Opposition Protest: 'Thin Line Between Dissent And Descent Into Sedition'
SC Notice to INDIA Bloc, Jantar Mantar Curbs & Row Over 'Regime Change' Call
NSUI Protest Outside Parliament Street Police Station; Delhi Police Detain Demonstrators
Rahul Gandhi Urges Congress Workers To Be Battle Ready As Protests Pause For Dussehra
The Supreme Court on Thursday issued notice to the Election Commission of India (ECI) and the three election commissioners on a petition filed by Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and 12 other INDIA bloc leaders seeking an independent, timebound inquiry into alleged electoral irregularities and the functioning of the poll panel
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Thursday refused to list a petition challenging the special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Maharashtra along with the plea filed by Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and other INDIA bloc leaders challenging the Election Commission of India’s controversial exercise, saying it will hear the matter state-wise
The Supreme Court on Thursday asserted that “nobody can browbeat the judiciary” as it agreed to examine a plea seeking a regulatory framework for protests and processions in the vicinity of the top court and other judicial complexes, in the wake of an October 12 march by Opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, and their supporters towards the Supreme Court over alleged electoral irregularities and the functioning of the Election Commission of India (ECI)
A criminal contempt petition was filed on Thursday in the Supreme Court against Shiv Sena (UBT) lawmaker Sanjay Raut and journalist Nikhil Wagle for making derogatory remarks against Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant on social media earlier this week after he turned down a request to meet Opposition leaders
Regime Change Row: BJP Hits Back as Prashant Bhushan & Opposition Back Call for Political Shift
BJP Targets Opposition Over Protests, Accuses INDIA Bloc of Fostering Disorder
Rahul Gandhi Strategy, INDIA Bloc Protests, Post-Dussehra Mobilisation
Rajnath Singh alleged that the Congress' protests were not about electoral rolls but an “attempt to weaken institutions” that function independently.
DMK Protests Against Election Commission In Chennai Amid Row Over SIR Exercise
Amid protests, Election Commission's 2 moves long demanded by Opposition
Bhushan's remarks drew sharp response from the BJP, which accused the protesters of seeking to oust the Narendra Modi government without an electoral mandate.
Opposition has been demanding Gyanesh Kumar's resignation
Thol Thirumavalavan said the TVK joined the INDIA bloc’s Tamil Nadu unit and was expected to participate in similar protests at the national level in future.
The guidelines were issued against the backdrop of protests against chief election commissioner Gyanesh Kumar
She was participating in a protest at Rajarathinam Stadium in Chennai, demanding the resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar and the revocation of the SIR
Oppn Plotting 'Anarchy' To Gain Power, Not Electoral Reforms: Rajnath Singh
At least 150 people were detained around Janpath Road, CP and Mandi House. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke and AISA activist Neha Bora were among them.
We're not Bangladesh or Nepal, regime change will be democratic: Prakash Raj
'We Have Never Supported Violent Protests': P. Chidambaram on BJP Charges
Lucknow/New Delhi: Defence minister Rajnath Singh on Friday attacked the Opposition Congress over protests against chief election commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar and alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, accusing it of trying to seize power by spreading anarchy, even as the party hit back, saying it wanted to defeat the BJP through democratic means and not extra-constitutional methods
BJP Slams Opposition Over Regime Change Cry, Alleges Youth Misled
Delhi Police File Multiple FIRs, Scan CCTV Footage After October 16 Stir
The two groups were kept apart by several Metropolitan Police officers.
Sudhanshu Trivedi: 'When You Want to Overthrow a Government by a Non-Democratic Process, This Is Coup'
Actor-activist Prakash Raj said India is a democratic and peace-loving country and that citizens have the right to question authorities and protest.
The CEC must be removed and subjected to an appropriate inquiry, said a resolution adopted at a meeting chaired by DMK president M.K. Stalin
Can SC Sack Gyanesh Kumar? CEC Removal Clause, Article 32 & Oppn Strategy
Sack CEC, scrap SIR, bring back ballot papers: DMK MPs to petition President
The police said CCTV footage was being examined to identify the persons involved, establish the sequence of events and determine the roles of the suspected accused.
Pregnant journalist alleges assault at Delhi march, seeks FIR against Rahul Gandhi
The traders say the location is the problem
NSUI Protest at Raisina Road, Voter Deletion Row, Delhi Police Detentions
Regime change only through elections: Kiren Rijiju targets opposition over protests
We will continue our democratic struggle against the politicisation of the Election Commission, says NSUI national president Vinod Jakhar
MeitY’s advisory, issued amid protests demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation, asks Meta to review its content-ranking systems and provide context for posts on ongoing public events
The Bombay High Court directed the Maharashtra government to respond to petitions alleging illegal detention of protesters during the anti-CEC demonstrations, while cautioning that “criminals should not participate” under the guise of civilians