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Opposition EVM/EC protest

Opposition EVM/EC protest

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Jantar Mantar Protest: AISA President Neha Bora Detained During Agitation Demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar's Resignation

'Is The System Perfect? Absolutely Not': Nara Lokesh Backs EC At India Today South Conclave

'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

INDIA Bloc To Protest Outside Delhi EC Office, Demand Resignation Of CEC

Day 3, bigger showdown: CEC protest sparks clashes, detentions in Delhi

'I do not accept': Chavan rejects Raj Thackeray’s poll boycott call amid SIR row

Opposition Protests Grow in Mumbai & Delhi Over Poll Irregularities; BJP Hits Back

Opposition Protests Grow in Mumbai & Delhi Over Poll Irregularities; BJP Hits Back

Election Commission Row: 'Street anarchy cannot replace representative democracy'

Election Commission Row: 'Street anarchy cannot replace representative democracy'

INDIA Bloc Steps Up SIR Stir, Seeks CEC Resignation; BJP Slams Hypocrisy

INDIA Bloc Steps Up SIR Stir, Seeks CEC Resignation; BJP Slams Hypocrisy

DYFI leader booked over alleged remarks against District Police Chief in Kozhikode

Case registered over remarks reportedly made during a DYFI march against alleged police excesses in Delhi

Sharmila reiterates demand for CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation

APCC president alleges unilateral decisions in Election Commission raise questions over transparency, accountability and collective decision-making

'No whataboutery can justify voter disenfranchisement': SC judge; oppn says CEC 'exposed'

Copy-paste protest stunts? Another Delhi woman's bus-blocking act sparks backlash

Copy-paste protest stunts? Another Delhi woman's bus-blocking act sparks backlash

Group of 42 ex-judges defends SIR, slams opposition attack on Election Commission

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.

Congress Should Introspect Instead Of Blaming EC For Its Defeat Says CM Mohan Yadav

Watch: 2 Congress leaders slap each other during ‘vote theft’ protest in Faridabad

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.

Delhi declares 2 dry days amid ECI protests

‘Cover it from a distance’: Delhi Police after claims of journalists under house arrest

Delhi Metro to shut 57 stations, trains cancelled

SIR stir: Murmu to meet INDIA bloc at 8 pm today

25 FIRs filed since October 2 over anti-EC protests in Delhi; Rahul, Priyanka named

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 Given 8 PM Slot To Meet President Murmu; March Shelved

INDIA Bloc Leaders To Meet President Murmu At 8 PM Today, Seek CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s Resignation Over SIR Row

INDIA Bloc MPs to Meet at Central Hall, Finalise Delegation Ahead of Meeting President

INDIA Bloc MPs to Meet at Central Hall, Finalise Delegation Ahead of Meeting President

'First, Rahul Gandhi Should Resign': Giriraj Singh Hits Back At Congress Over Gyanesh Kumar’s Resignation Demand, Dismisses Surat Worker Exodus Claims | Video

Opposition INDIA Bloc MPs to Meet President Murmu Over Election Commission Functioning

Opposition INDIA Bloc MPs to Meet President Murmu Over Election Commission Functioning

CEC protests: INDIA bloc leaders to meet President Murmu today at 8pm

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.

'My entire family will go': Kejriwal urges public to join October 10 protest

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.

'Uniform ke peeche bhi ek insaan hai': Delhi Police issues 'open letter' to protesters

Ex-IAS, IFS officers write open letter amid protest

'INDIA Bloc To Hold Major Protest In Delhi On Monday Over Voting Rights,' Says Congress Leader KC Venugopal

Ex-Bureaucrats Back Election Commission, Reject Vote Rigging Charges

Ex-Bureaucrats Back Election Commission, Reject Vote Rigging Charges

CITU seeks resignation of CEC over alleged 13-crore vote deletions

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

Civil society groups seek CEC’s resignation, SC-monitored probe into SIR

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

Aaditya Thackeray: 'Gyanesh Kumar Will Have To Go' Over Poll Bias

Left parties, student and youth groups stage protest against CEC in Kalaburagi

EC's sanctity, independence openly compromised: Sachin Pilot attacks CEC, Modi govt

EC's sanctity, independence openly compromised: Sachin Pilot attacks CEC, Modi govt

Delhi Police Releases All Protest Detainees Except CJP Leaders

Mamata Banerjee, Arvind Kejriwal among 4 ex-CMs detained in Delhi's anti-CEC protest crackdown

The detentions took place at multiple locations across Delhi amid heavy security in view of the demonstration called by the CJP against SIR.  

Anti-CEC protest: Dilli Haat becomes Jantar Mantar for a day

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

Delhi Lockdown Row: Sanju Verma, Yeshwardhan Azad & O.P. Rawat Debate Capital Deployments

"No Backing Down": INDIA Bloc To Hold Mega Protest Against Gyanesh Kumar Tomorrow

INDIA bloc leaders during the recent Congress protest.

Top Leaders In Custody, CJP Announces Another Jantar Mantar Protest Today

CJP leader Ajinkya Shinde speaking at a press conference in Delhi on Saturday evening.

Rahul Gandhi alleges violence by 'goons' in Delhi

India Counters UN Body Over Delhi Stir; Opposition Clashes With BJP Over CEC

India Counters UN Body Over Delhi Stir; Opposition Clashes With BJP Over CEC

CJI Kant steps in to secure release of detained lawyers

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

Mahatma Gandhi's great-grandson Tushar Gandhi, Oppn leaders, actors among detainees across India

Demonstrations and detentions were also reported in Bengaluru, Chennai, Jaipur and Chandigarh; Goa protesters held a rally.

How the Mahatma’s 1922 court statement echoes amidst Delhi detentions of protesters

The youth protesters had called for passive resistance amidst the massive build-up of security forces in the national capital

Dhruv Rathee released after detention in Gurugram

Delhi traffic restrictions today: Affected roads

Delhi Shutdown: 4 Pleas in Supreme Court Ahead of Special Hearing Over Crackdown

Delhi Shutdown: 4 Pleas in Supreme Court Ahead of Special Hearing Over Crackdown

'Dilli Haat Becomes Our Jantar Mantar': Neha Bora, Activists Detained During Protest Against CEC

‘Delhi Police is lying’: Dipke’s mother alleges

Jantar Mantar stays barricaded, 30 traffic choke points flagged as Delhi braces for more protests today

The 30 locations flagged by the traffic police include the Ashoka Road-Jantar Mantar Road roundabout.

Will give ‘vote chori’ proof to Murmu: Mamta

Delhi markets to reopen on Sunday amid protests, traders urge vigilance and security

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.

Selectivity! India responds to UN's detention remarks

Delhi protest: YouTuber Dhruv Rathee released from detention, alleges ‘kidnapping’

The detention came amid an unprecedented security clampdown in Delhi, where more than 7,000 protesters were detained at multiple locations, police sources said

Mann slams Delhi Police’s ‘Taliban-like’ attitude over video of cops with shoes inside Bangla Sahib

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.

Second Protest Against Election Commission In Indore, Students Demand CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s Resignation | VIDEO

Kharge says Congress to meet CJI over ‘vote chori’ allegations

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.

'Modi ji himself may have to resign': Kejriwal's Hitler jibe over Delhi crackdown

Protest disruption hits festive shopping in Delhi

'Your confidence is most vital': SC to Kapil Sibal after his 'no faith' remark

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.

'We Will Hit The Streets Again': CJP's Abhijeet Dipke Vows To Continue Protests After Release From Detention

Delhi Detentions: SC Issues Contempt Notice To Home Secretary, Police Chief

Delhi Detentions: SC Issues Contempt Notice To Home Secretary, Police Chief

‘Competition of anarchy’: BJP hits out at Rahul, Kejriwal amid anti-CEC protest row

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

CJP Leaders Released on ₹50,000 Bond, Delhi Peace Undertaking & Fresh Protest Vow

'Fight Has Just Begun': CJP Vows Nationwide Protest After Delhi Crackdown

Ashutosh Ranka and other CJP leaders at a press meet in Delhi on Sunday.

Mumbai CJP Protest: Anjali Damania Among Dozens Detained At Shivaji Park; Aaditya Thackeray, MNS Slam Govt

Nashik: Students Hold Candle March, Demand CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s Resignation

Opposition leaders to march from India Gate to Supreme Court tomorrow, meet CJI after 4 pm

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, who was absent from the previous two marches, will join the INDIA bloc’s march tomorrow.

Congress leader Venugopal accuses Modi, Shah, Gyanesh of undermining democracy; vows to continue protest

AICC general secretary says that the agitation will continue until Gyanesh Kumar is removed from the post of Chief Election Commissioner

Tanishaa Mukerji Slams 'Blind Hate' Among Elitist Hindus, Says 'Please Leave, We Don't Want You Here' Amid Protests Against CEC

Supreme Court checks detentions as CJP protests against CEC intensify in Delhi

Supreme Court checks detentions as CJP protests against CEC intensify in Delhi

‘If protest failed, why detain over 6,000?’: AAP hits back at BJP

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.

Modi government has imposed an ‘undeclared Emergency’, alleges Kharge

The Congress president also demands ballot paper elections, removal of CEC Gyanesh Kumar and action against those allegedly involved in vote manipulation

Demonstration staged in Hyderabad against police crackdown on protesters in Delhi

Bangla Sahib entry row: Delhi gurdwara body files police complaint against AAP leaders

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

Modi government attacking Gen Z to protect a traitor, says Pappu Yadav

Pappu Yadav, Independent MP from Purnea, alleged that the Centre was targeting young protesters to shield Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar

'Not the India we want': Rahul lashes out at PM Modi, Shah over Delhi protest crackdown

Voter List Row: Delhi Sees Protests, Detentions And Supreme Court Review

Voter List Row: Delhi Sees Protests, Detentions And Supreme Court Review

Government will act against disruptive forces, says Union Minister Pralhad Joshi

Strict action will be taken against those who insult Constitutional institutions, damage public property or create disorder in society, he says

'Asking Questions Is Not A Crime': Huma Qureshi Backs 'Peaceful Protesters' After Hundreds Detained In Delhi & Mumbai Protests

Left parties say police turned Delhi into ‘war zone’; MP Brittas hospitalised after being detained

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

Delhi Protests: 'No Fundamental Right Is Absolute', Says BJP's Sanju Varma

BJP says AAP using Gurdwara for protest

Anti-CEC Protests In Central Delhi, Heavy Security Deployed At Connaught Place As Cops Detain Many

Anti-CEC Protests In Central Delhi, Heavy Security Deployed At Connaught Place As Cops Detain Many

Rahul urges citizens to join INDIA bloc march to Supreme Court ‘as Indians’, irrespective of party affiliations

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

AAP alleges force, 6,000 detentions at Delhi protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Many detained near Shivaji Park as Mumbai Police prevent protest against CEC

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

AAP slams Delhi Police entry into Bangla Sahib, seeks Amit Shah's resignation

Sporadic protests break uneasy calm in Delhi

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

‘Cannot be at the cost of public trust’: Prominent citizens seek independent probe into police entry at Bangla Sahib during anti-EC stir in Delhi

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

Rahul Gandhi targets CEC, INDIA bloc to move Supreme Court on Monday

INDIA Bloc Leaders Rally in Delhi, Himachal Bhavan Sees Massive Protest

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

CJI's 'separation of powers' reminder while saying no to meeting INDIA bloc leaders

'Conspiracy To Demonize India's Judicial Institutions....': Fadnavis Slams INDIA Bloc Over Protest March To SC, Accuses Opposition Of Undermining Judiciary | VIDEO

Delhi Chalo March: 'Vote Chor, Gaddi Chhod' Slogans Raised as INDIA Bloc Marches

Delhi Chalo March: 'Vote Chor, Gaddi Chhod' Slogans Raised as INDIA Bloc Marches

Keralam assembly adopts resolution demanding ouster of Gyanesh Kumar as CEC

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

Opposition Protest Over Poll Body, BJP Slams Rahul Gandhi Over 'Shiv' Remark

‘Give way, listen to the thunderous sounds’: Tharoor quotes poem, backs Rahul over Gyanesh Kumar protests

The Lok Sabha MP from Thiruvananthapuram shared a post of Gandhi that said in Hindi: “Gyanesh Kumar will go." 

Congress stages protest in Hubballi seeking resignation of Chief Election Commissioner

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

Aaditya, Amit Thackeray booked day after leading sit-in against Gyanesh Kumar

Mumbai Police booked Aaditya and Amit Thackeray after their protest demanding election chief Gyanesh Kumar’s removal; another agitation is planned Monday.

'Singhasan khali karo': Tharoor's poetic post as Congress ups ante against CEC

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

FIR against Aaditya Thackeray, cousin after staging sit-in against CEC in Mumbai

SC allows Congress delegation to enter premises to file plea as Rahul leads march

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.

‘Incompatible with judicial propriety’: CJI to Kharge, Gandhi over request for meet on voters list

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

INDIA Bloc March To Supreme Court, Heavy Security Deployment At Bhagwan Das Road

Students Gather Near Supreme Court Amid Heightened Security and RAF Deployment

Students Gather Near Supreme Court Amid Heightened Security and RAF Deployment

‘Turn approver’: Rahul Gandhi's message to CEC

INDIA Bloc March Enters Barakhamba Road, Protesters Breach Barricades To Meet CEC

INDIA Bloc March Enters Barakhamba Road, Protesters Breach Barricades To Meet CEC

INDIA Alliance Leaders March Towards Supreme Court Amid Protests

INDIA Alliance Leaders March Towards Supreme Court Amid Protests

INDIA Bloc Marches to Supreme Court: Massive Mobilisation as Police Barricade Delhi Roads

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

JD(U) slams Rahul Gandhi, says attacking EC will not win elections

FIR against Kejriwal, AAP leaders for 'chaos' at Bangla Sahib during CEC protest

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

Opposition Moves Supreme Court Seeking CEC Removal as Protests Enter Day 10

Maharashtra: MNS Launches Statewide Signature Campaign Seeking CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s Resignation |VIDEO

'This Is Not The End Of The Protest': Gurdeep Singh Sappal

'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

INDIA Bloc Marches to Bhagwan Das Road, Files Supreme Court Plea Against SIR Exercise

Shekhar Suman Defends Right To Peaceful Protests, Says They Are 'Part Of Society' Amid Anti-CEC Stir

Petition Seeks Quashing Of All Illegal Acts At EC: Abhishek Manu Singhvi

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

Opposition Show of Strength in Delhi as Supreme Court Petition Filed and Cadre Mobilises

Navi Mumbai: MNS Launches Signature Campaign In Vashi Demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s Resignation

Congress Leader Rahul Gandhi Calls For Removal Of CEC Gyanesh Kumar, Says Protest Will Also Target PM Modi, Union HM Amit Shah

Akhilesh Yadav alleges ECI acting at BJP's behest, claims multiple entries of people exist in voter list

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

"Unstable, Anarchic": Anurag Thakur Hits Out At Rahul Gandhi Amid Opposition Protests

The Congress, Anurag Thakur said, has "no moral right" to question elections.

Opposition Protest Towards Supreme Court: Paramilitary Deployed, Barricades Breached

Opposition Protest Towards Supreme Court: Paramilitary Deployed, Barricades Breached

'Resign': Congress Keralam unit to 'dear' CJI Surya Kant, draws BJP fire

Opposition Protest Over Election Commission, Re-Poll Demand & BJP Foreign Hand Row

Opposition Protest Over Election Commission, Re-Poll Demand & BJP Foreign Hand Row

SCAORA backs CJI Surya Kant, says parties must seek relief through courts

SCAORA backs CJI Surya Kant, says parties must seek relief through courts

CJI Surya Kant says Supreme Court doors are open amid opposition protests

CJI Surya Kant says Supreme Court doors are open amid opposition protests

INDIA Bloc March, Supreme Court Petition Filed Over Voter Deletions, CEC Accountability

INDIA Bloc March, Supreme Court Petition Filed Over Voter Deletions, CEC Accountability

ECI aiding BJP to win elections, alleges TPCC chief

Opposition Protest in Delhi, Supreme Court Plea Filed Against Election Commission

Opposition Protest in Delhi, Supreme Court Plea Filed Against Election Commission

Lawyers rally behind INDIA bloc's anti-CEC stir, join oppn march in large numbers | WATCH

The developments come amid political friction in the national capital, with opposition parties staging protests in the streets.

Those seeking the resignation of CEC are anti-national, says B.P. Yatnal

Delhi Face-Off: INDIA Bloc CEC Protest vs BJP Agitation Against MP

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 Protest in Delhi, Supreme Court March Halted as BJP Slams Congress

Disagree with the judge. Don't mock the office

Congress chief Kharge dons Batman mask during march to SC

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

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

Read Rahul Gandhi's 10-point petition against Election Commission in Supreme Court

'Ready to contest on ballot paper': Himanta lobs dare at Cong but with a big rider

'Disclose EC files, set up audit panel': Key points from INDIA bloc's plea in SC

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

INDIA Bloc Marches to Supreme Court, Targets Election Commission as BJP Hits Back

SIR Stay, Action Against Officials: Rahul Gandhi's 10 Requests To Top Court

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

'First Of All, Parties Should Learn How To Protest From BJP': Sujeet Kumar

13.60 lakh names dropped from final electoral rolls after SIR in Punjab

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

Hyderabad wedding turns unlikely stage for SIR protest

MP BJP Chief Hemant Khandelwal Targets Opposition Over Repeated Poll Defeats, Defends SIR During MP's Khandwa Visit

CEC Gyanesh Kumar Resignation Demand: Sena UBT Protests Police Action

CEC Gyanesh Kumar Resignation Demand: Sena UBT Protests Police Action

Rahul Gandhi: 'People of India Are Not Going to Be Intimidated'

Rahul Gandhi: 'People of India Are Not Going to Be Intimidated'

Voter deletion row: Sanju Verma defends EC, slams opposition over SIR protests

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

'The Capital Of This Country Is Under Siege By Its Own Government': Renuka Chowdhury

Kerala Congress Sacks Worker, Takes Down 'Chief Justice' Post After BJP Jibe

"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

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

Opposition Marches To Supreme Court, CJI Denies Meeting, Row Over CEC Resignation

Batman Mask Politics: Opposition Tactics, NDA Counter & Protest Optics

Batman Mask Politics: Opposition Tactics, NDA Counter & Protest Optics

'Delhi Doesn't Need Dark Superhero And Robin': BJP On Rahul Gandhi's Batman Mask At Protest

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'

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

'I Do Not Have Faith In The Current Election Commission': Aaditya Thackeray

Who is Neha Bora? AISA president at the centre of anti-CEC, SIR protests in Delhi

Neha Bora has been among the activists detained several times by the Delhi Police over the last week amid the agitation against the CEC.

4 FIRs filed after INDIA bloc's march to Supreme Court amid anti-EC protests

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

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

FIR against NSUI women workers, 22 pleas over protest crackdown in Supreme Court

Jantar Mantar breach: Das, Ranka sent to 5-day custody

Live: Vijay's TVK, Congress, INDIA bloc allies to stage mega protest in Chennai

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

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

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?

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

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

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

SC issues notice to Centre on plea challenging de-notification of Jantar Mantar as protest site

Supreme Court issues notice to EC, poll commissioners on Rahul Gandhi's plea for probe into 'irregularities'

Supreme Court has issued notices to the ECI, Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi.

'Nobody can browbeat judiciary': SC notice to Rahul, others over Oct 12 march

Supreme Court Pulls Up Rahul Gandhi Over October 12 Protest March And Commotion

Supreme Court Pulls Up Rahul Gandhi Over October 12 Protest March And Commotion

'Not sitting in ivory tower', 'can't browbeat judiciary': SC raps Rahul Gandhi's conduct in Delhi protest march

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 Hears Pleas on Delhi Protests, Detentions, Curbs and Rahul Gandhi Conduct

SC seeks government response on denotification of Jantar Mantar as protest site

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 Pulls Up Rahul Gandhi Over March, Demands Explanation for Conduct

Supreme Court seeks EC response on Opposition's voter deletion claims

Supreme Court seeks EC response on Opposition's voter deletion claims

"Law Will Take Its Own Course If Not Satisfied": Supreme Court On Jantar Mantar Plea

The Delhi Police order dated October 11 named Ramlila Ground, Burari Ground and CBD Ground in East Delhi as venues for protests.

"Objective Is Regime Change": BJP On Neha Bora's "Bangladesh Showed Way" Video

Neah Bora during one the protest marches (File)

"Nobody Can Browbeat Judiciary": Chief Justice On Rahul Gandhi's Supreme Court March

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

'No Coercive Action': Supreme Court In Journalist vs Cop In Molestation Case During Delhi Protest

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

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 Pulls Up INDIA Bloc Leaders Over October 12 March, Commotion

Supreme Court Proposes Panel on Assault on Women Journalists, Bars Arrest

Supreme Court Proposes Panel on Assault on Women Journalists, Bars Arrest

Thirumavalavan says he cautioned Stalin on likelihood of ‘targeted’ voter deletions in Kolathur before T.N. Assembly poll

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

'Stop it; get lost': Chaos erupts at Abhijeet Dipke, Neha Bora's presser - video

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.

Vijay’s TVK joins INDIA bloc protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar for the first time

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'

Opposition Protest: 'Thin Line Between Dissent And Descent Into Sedition'

SC Notice to INDIA Bloc, Jantar Mantar Curbs & Row Over 'Regime Change' Call

SC Notice to INDIA Bloc, Jantar Mantar Curbs & Row Over 'Regime Change' Call

NSUI Protest Outside Parliament Street Police Station; Delhi Police Detain Demonstrators

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

Rahul Gandhi Urges Congress Workers To Be Battle Ready As Protests Pause For Dussehra

SC issues notice to EC, its chiefs on Oppn plea for probe into electoral irregularities

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

SC refuses to list Maha SIR and Rahul Gandhi’s plea together

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

SC agrees to examine plea on curbs for stir near court complexes

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)

Contempt plea filed in SC against Sanjay Raut, journalist Wagle over remarks against CJI

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

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

BJP Targets Opposition Over Protests, Accuses INDIA Bloc of Fostering Disorder

Rahul Gandhi Strategy, INDIA Bloc Protests, Post-Dussehra Mobilisation

Rahul Gandhi Strategy, INDIA Bloc Protests, Post-Dussehra Mobilisation

Rajnath Singh accuses Congress of seeking ‘regime change through violence’ amid anti-CEC protests

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

DMK Protests Against Election Commission In Chennai Amid Row Over SIR Exercise

Amid protests, Election Commission's 2 moves long demanded by Opposition

Amid protests, Election Commission's 2 moves long demanded by Opposition

Prashant Bhushan says anti-CEC protest now a ‘fight for regime change’, BJP hits back with 'conspiracy' charge

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.

Kerala Congress Shocker: Gyanesh Kumar's Mock Funeral, 'Ashes' Dumped In Toilet

Opposition has been demanding Gyanesh Kumar's resignation

‘TVK against EC, SIR': VCK leader claims Vijay's party to join INDIA bloc protest ‘at national level’ soon

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.

Press Council of India issues guidelines for journalists covering protests

The guidelines were issued against the backdrop of protests against chief election commissioner Gyanesh Kumar

BJP govt. at the Centre undermining constitutional values, rights of people: Kanimozhi

She was participating in a protest at Rajarathinam Stadium in Chennai, demanding the resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar and the revocation of the SIR

Rajnath Singh Accuses Congress Of Fuelling Unrest, Claims Party Aims To Destabilise India's Democratic System

Pune Witnesses First Protest Against CEC With 'Verbal Police Permission'

Oppn Plotting 'Anarchy' To Gain Power, Not Electoral Reforms: Rajnath Singh

Oppn Plotting 'Anarchy' To Gain Power, Not Electoral Reforms: Rajnath Singh

MVA, INDIA Bloc Stage Protest In Kalyan, Demand CEC Gyanesh Kumar's Resignation Over 'Vote Theft' Allegations

EC Confession With Smoke And Mirrors

Abhijeet Dipke, Neha Bora among 150 detained in Delhi; Oppn slams police action amid anti-CEC protests

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're not Bangladesh or Nepal, regime change will be democratic: Prakash Raj

'We Have Never Supported Violent Protests': P. Chidambaram on BJP Charges

'We Have Never Supported Violent Protests': P. Chidambaram on BJP Charges

Dalit Sangharsha Samiti seeks removal of CEC, criminal case against Gyanesh Kumar

BJP, Oppn trade barbs over protests against CEC, SIR

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

BJP Slams Opposition Over Regime Change Cry, Alleges Youth Misled

Delhi Police File Multiple FIRs, Scan CCTV Footage After October 16 Stir

Delhi Police File Multiple FIRs, Scan CCTV Footage After October 16 Stir

Protest vs Counter-Protest In UK Amid Row Over Poll Body Chief Gyanesh Kumar

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'

Sudhanshu Trivedi: 'When You Want to Overthrow a Government by a Non-Democratic Process, This Is Coup'

Prakash Raj says anti-CEC protests will continue despite crackdown: 'There is Gandhi's blood in us'

Actor-activist Prakash Raj said India is a democratic and peace-loving country and that citizens have the right to question authorities and protest.

DMK demands removal of CEC Gyanesh Kumar; return to paper ballots

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

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

Sack CEC, scrap SIR, bring back ballot papers: DMK MPs to petition President

'We Are Not Seeking To Topple Government': Bhim Army Maharashtra Protests In Mumbai, Demands CEC's Resignation | VIDEO

Delhi Police register at least 10 FIRs against alleged right-wing activists over assaults on protesters

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

Pregnant journalist alleges assault at Delhi march, seeks FIR against Rahul Gandhi

BJP President Nitin Nabin Slams Rahul Gandhi Over Delhi Protests, Says Tricolour Cannot Be Symbol Of 'Anarchy'

Delhi Traders Warn Protests Could Cause Rs 10,000-Crore Loss By Diwali

The traders say the location is the problem

NSUI Protest at Raisina Road, Voter Deletion Row, Delhi Police Detentions

NSUI Protest at Raisina Road, Voter Deletion Row, Delhi Police Detentions

Regime change only through elections: Kiren Rijiju targets opposition over protests

Regime change only through elections: Kiren Rijiju targets opposition over protests

Youth organisations attempt march to Jantar Mantar seeking CEC’s resignation; several detained

We will continue our democratic struggle against the politicisation of the Election Commission, says NSUI national president Vinod Jakhar

Government asks Meta to ensure its recommendation systems do not expose users to limited set of narratives

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

Peaceful protest is fundamental right, but protesters’ credentials must be weighed: Bombay HC

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

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