PROTEST MARCH
Student outfits of some INDIA bloc parties protest at Jantar Mantar, plan march to Parliament
Student outfits from various Indian bloc parties, including AISA, SFI, AISF, Samajwadi Chhatra Sabha, and NSUI, gathered at Jantar Mantar to protest alleged irregularities in exams conducted by the National Testing Agency. They demand the scrapping of NTA, Education Minister's resignation, and decentralization of entrance tests.
BJP leaders take out protest march to Karnataka CM's residence, taken into preventive custody
On Wednesday, opposition BJP leaders attempted to besiege the Karnataka chief minister's office-cum-residence, alleging rampant corruption by the ruling Congress government. They were prevented and taken into custody. Among the leaders were BJP state president B Y Vijayendra, Leader of Opposition R Ashoka, and former ministers. The BJP claims a Rs 4,000 crore scam in the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA), implicating Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's wife, and a cover-up in a Rs 180 crore Valmiki Corporation scam, which allegedly led to an official's suicide. Ashoka demanded a CBI investigation into the MUDA scam.
AAP holds protest near BJP's headquarters, demands Delhi CM Kejriwal's release
AAP leaders and workers staged a protest near the BJP's headquarters on DDU Marg demanding the release of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, currently in CBI custody related to the Delhi government's excise policy. Kejriwal had been earlier arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in a money-laundering case linked to the same policy, with bail granted by a trial court later stayed by the Delhi High Court.
Israeli anti-government protesters march on Netanyahu's home
Anti-government protesters gathered in Jerusalem on Thursday, converging outside Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's home. The demonstrators lit a bonfire and called for Netanyahu's resignation. "We've been abandoned - Elections now!" read one sign that rose above the crowd. Demonstrators yelled through megaphones, waved flags, and banged on snare drums, while police officers stood at barricades.
No additional CSF personnel being sent to Manipur, troops stationed outside returning home, state government clarifies
On Monday, protests erupted in the valley areas, mainly led by women demanding the removal of central forces, accusing them of biased actions and targeting village guards. Protestors attempted to enter the residence of Chief Minister N Biren Singh but were stopped by the police. Additional CRPF troopers were deployed in Jiribam district following the killing of a 59-year-old farmer, with tensions high between Meitei and Kuki-Zomi communities.
Demonstrators protest in Manipur, seek resolution to end ethnic violence in state
Protests in Manipur seek political solution for ethnic violence. ITLF demands Union Territory for Kuki-Zo people. Riots caused casualties and displacement. Rallyists appeal to Home Minister for action. Buffer Zone requested for Jiribam. Peace efforts urged for Tribals in Manipur.
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NEET-UG, UGC-NET row: NSUI stages protest at Jantar Mantar, march to Parliament planned
The NSUI protested against NEET-UG and UGC-NET irregularities at Jantar Mantar, planning a Parliament march on the first 18th Lok Sabha session day. Despite police denying permission, NSUI members gathered, demanding NEET-UG cancellation. The Education Ministry defended the exams, citing localized malpractices. The CBI filed an FIR for criminal conspiracy and cheating. The UGC-NET-2024 exam, conducted by the NTA, was postponed due to integrity concerns.
NEET-UG row: Over 2 dozen students detained during march to Parliament
The students, holding placards and NSUI flags, gathered in large numbers at Jantar Mantar for their 'Chhatra Sansad Gherav'.
Will not allow attack on Constitution: Rahul Gandhi
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah of attacking the Constitution, vowing to resist their actions. Gandhi and other INDIA bloc leaders held copies of the Constitution and marched to the Lok Sabha on the first day of the 18th Lok Sabha session. Gandhi affirmed that the opposition's message is resonating with the public, asserting their commitment to protect the Constitution.
BJP stages protest over Delhi water crisis, slams AAP govt
Delhi BJP leaders and workers took out protest marches on Wednesday across the national capital over the water crisis in the city, and slammed the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva took part in the protest at Andrews Ganj, where he was accompanied by New Delhi MP Bansuri Swaraj. He attacked the AAP government, saying its free water scheme has proved to be a "sham".
Thousands march against French Far Right in pre-election protest
Following the far-right National Rally's surge in last Sunday's European elections, police said 350,000 people were expected to march and 21,000 officers had been mobilised after labour unions, student groups and rights groups called for rallies to oppose the anti-immigration, eurosceptic party.
Manipur: Prohibitory orders imposed in Jiribam after protests over killing of man
Tension rises in Jiribam, Manipur after the beheading of Soibam Saratkumar. The incident occurred in the Jairolpokpi area, bordering Tamenglong District.
Pakistan court acquits Imran Khan in two vandalism cases during a protest march in 2022
A Pakistani court on Monday acquitted jailed former prime minister Imran Khan and other top leaders of his party in two cases related to vandalism during a protest march in 2022 following his arrest in an alleged corruption case. The 71-year-old Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party founder has been in jail since August last year after being convicted in some of the nearly 200 cases slapped on him since his ouster in April 2022.
BJP has launched 'Operation Jhaadu' to crush AAP: Arvind Kejriwal
Kejriwal, who is out on interim bail in the excise policy case, had said on Saturday that he and other AAP leaders would go to the BJP headquarters on May 19. "We will peacefully march to the BJP headquarters and if the police stop us, we will sit at that spot. We will wait for half an hour and see if they arrest us. If they do not arrest us, it will be their defeat. You can send us all in jail and see for yourself if the party ends or it rises more," he said.
Arvind Kejriwal begins protest march towards BJP headquarters; Section 144 imposed on DDU Marg
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal led a protest march against the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) along with other Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders. Despite Section 144 being imposed on DDU Marg, Kejriwal challenged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to arrest him and his party workers, emphasizing that AAP is more than just its leaders—it's an idea that cannot be arrested.
Protest in some areas of Manipur following withdrawal of Central security forces
The United Committee of Pukhao and Makeng Dolaithabi Gram Panchayat urged authorities concerned not to remove the BSF battalion deployed in Purum village.
73 trains on Ambala-Amritsar route cancelled as farmers squat on tracks in Shambhu for 5th day
Farmers protesting at the Shambhu railway station in Punjab's Patiala district have led to the cancellation of 73 trains on the Ambala-Amritsar route over the last five days. The protestors are demanding the release of three farmers arrested by the Haryana Police. The protest, organized by the Samyukta Kisan Morcha and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha, began on Wednesday and is part of the 'Delhi Chalo' march to press the government for their demands, including a legal guarantee of Minimum Support Price for crops. The farmers have vowed to continue their protest until the arrested farmers are released.
54 trains on Ambala-Amritsar route cancelled as farmers squat on tracks in Shambhu for 4th day
Farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher said the protest will continue until the three farmers are released. The SKM (Non-Political) and the KMM are spearheading the 'Delhi Chalo' march by farmers to press the government to accept their demands, including legal guarantee of Minimum Support Price (MSP) for crops.
Leh Apex Body withdraws its Pashmina March on April 7 to 'avoid confrontation with law-enforcement agencies'
The Leh Apex Body withdrew Sonam Wangchuk's proposed 'Pashmina March' to avoid confrontation with law enforcement agencies after imposing section 144 in Leh on April 5. Wangchuk criticized the decision as an "overreaction" and argued it could be a ploy to instigate Ladakh-based peaceful protestors and blame them for unlawful activities.
BJP protest march: Party demands CM Kejriwal's resignation
Delhi BJP leaders and workers have protested against Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, who has been arrested in connection with an excise policy-linked money laundering case. They gathered near the Ferozshah Kotla stadium and marched towards the Delhi Secretariat, claiming corruption in his government. Senior BJP leader Harsh Vardhan called for Kejriwal's resignation on moral grounds.
Aligarh Muslim University tense after Holi row, student leaders boycott classes
A section of Aligarh Muslim University students on Friday boycotted classes over a row over Holi celebration on campus. The student leaders asked others not to attend classes against what they called a "one-sided action" by the authorities in connection with a clash between two groups over holi celebrations.
Rally, strike in Kargil seek sixth schedule, statehood for Ladakh
Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA), a grouping of political, religious and social organisations, which had called for the protest march, announced a protest fast from March 24-27 to "convey their message to Government of India and people across the country".
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