Jun 12, 2022 8:46 PM (IST)
Controversial remark row | After the Cachar and Karimganj districts of Assam, Section 144 CrPC has been imposed in two more districts–Bongaigaon and Hailakandi by the district administration.
Jun 12, 2022 8:46 PM (IST)
West Bengal | A local train in Bethuadhari, Nadia district vandalised amid protest by locals against controversial religious remarks
Jun 12, 2022 8:45 PM (IST)
A total of 82 accused arrested in Saharanpur violence case
Jun 12, 2022 8:10 PM (IST)
Prophet row: Flag march in Jharkhand’s East Singhbhum, prohibitory orders in Seraikela-Kharswan
Police staged a flag march in East Singhbhum and imposed prohibitory orders in adjoining Seraikela-Kharswan as a precautionary measure to prevent any communal flare-up in these two districts of Jharkhand, officials said. The flag march was staged in sensitive pockets of Jamshedpur such as Mango, Azadnagar and Olidih police station areas to inculcate confidence among the people, they said.
The administration is prepared to meet any eventuality and police are on alert, Deputy Commissioner of East Singhbhum Vijaya Jadav said.
(With inputs from PTI)
Jun 12, 2022 8:09 PM (IST)
Prophet Row: Mob vandalises local train in Bengal’s Bethuadahari station
A group of people attacked and damaged a local train at Bethuadahari railway station in West Bengal’s Nadia district on Sunday evening, a police officer said. It was not immediately known whether there was any casualty.
The group was protesting against controversial remarks of suspended BJP spokesperson Nupur Sharma on Prophet Mohammad. The officer said a large number of protestors put up a road blockade and when they were chased by the police, some of them entered the station and threw stones at the train which was on a platform. Train services on the Lalgola line have been affected due to the attack, he said.
Jun 12, 2022 7:26 PM (IST)
Two arrested for holding posters and raising slogans during Jama Masjid protest
Two accused, Mohd Faheem Khan and Nisar Ahmad, were arrested by police for holding posters, raising slogans and hooting against now-suspended BJP leader Nupur Sharma and expelled leader Naveen Jindal, during an unlawful assembly at Jama Masjid on June 10.
The accused, Faheem, is a vendor and has no previous criminal involvement while Nisar Ahmad is an electrician, and he, too, does not have any previous cases against him.
(With inputs from Abhay Parashar)
Jun 12, 2022 6:48 PM (IST)
Slew of FIRs filed, security bolstered in tense Ranchi
Tension prevailed in Jharkhand capital Ranchi on Sunday, as police strengthened security in sensitive areas and registered 25 FIRs against “thousands” of people in the aftermath of violent protests over controversial comments on Prophet Mohammad.
Internet services, however, were restored in the district after nearly 33 hours, Ranchi Deputy Commissioner Chhavi Ranjan said.
Around 3,500 security personnel are on guard at sensitive areas in Ranchi, where two people were killed and more than two dozen people critically injured, as protests and clashes rocked the city after the Friday prayers.
Jun 12, 2022 6:28 PM (IST)
Ranchi: Deceased were not part of protest march over Prophet row, claim families
Family members of the two persons, who succumbed to gunshot wounds during Friday’s protests here against controversial remarks on Prophet Muhammad, have claimed they were not a part of the procession that was taken out to condemn the comments.
Two persons identified as Mohammad Mudassir Alam, who was also known as Kaifi, and Mohammad Sahil, died while over two dozen people were injured in protests and subsequent clashes that rocked the state capital on Friday over the remarks made by two suspended BJP functionaries against Prophet Mohammad, officials said.
Jun 12, 2022 4:50 PM (IST)
J-K lawyer files complaint against Nupur Sharma, others
A lawyer has filed a complaint before a court in Jammu and Kashmir, seeking punitive action against suspended BJP spokesperson Nupur Sharma and others for recent “blasphemous” remarks against Prophet Muhammad.
Jun 12, 2022 4:49 PM (IST)
Prophet row: 306 people arrested in Lucknow so far
A total of 306 people have been arrested so far in connection with protests on June 10. Thirteen cops, who were injured in the incident, are also receiving treatment. “Social media is being monitored as well,” said Prashant Kumar, ADG, Law and Order, Uttar Pradesh Police.
Jun 12, 2022 4:37 PM (IST)
Thirty AIMIM workers arrested
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi, in a tweet, mentioned that 30 workers, including AIMIM Delhi President Kaleemul Hafeez, were
arrested by Delhi Police on Thursday. “His crime is that he was demanding the arrest of Nupur Sharma and Jindal. Delhi Police does not have the guts to arrest Sharma and Jindal,” tweeted Owaisi
Jun 12, 2022 4:33 PM (IST)
Bengal LoP Suvendu Adhikari stopped from visiting violence-hit areas
West Bengal LoP Suvendu Adhikari was stopped by police in the Radhamani area when he was on the way to Kolaghat Adhikari said, “Let me go to Kolkata…I’ve two programs to attend.”
Jun 12, 2022 3:28 PM (IST)
Jharkhand: Security tightened as Section 144 remains in effect in Ranchi, as a result of the protests over controversial religious remarks | Visuals
Jun 12, 2022 2:38 PM (IST)
Bulldozer demolishes Javed Ahmed’s residence
Javed Ahmed’s residence razed by bulldozer
Image shows security personnel and locals gather at the site as a bulldozer is being used to demolish the residence of Javed Ahmed, a local leader who was allegedly the key conspirator of violent protests against now-suspended BJP leader’s remarks on Prophet Muhammad, in Prayagraj, Sunday, June 12, 2022.
Jun 12, 2022 2:31 PM (IST)
Demolition of “illegally constructed” residence of Prayagraj violence accused underway
Jun 12, 2022 1:43 PM (IST)
Posters being taken out of Javed Ahmed’s residence
Jun 12, 2022 1:42 PM (IST)
Jharkhand situation easing down: Ranchi SSP SK Jha
“Situation is easing down, internet restored. Facilities that were stopped have begun. 25 FIRs have yet been registered regarding violence that happened. 22 have been identified by name & several others have been booked as unknowns,” says Ranchi SSP SK Jha
Jun 12, 2022 1:12 PM (IST)
BJP’s action reflects party’s priority of respecting all religions, says UP’s Minority Minister
In the wake of the ongoing protest following controversial remarks on Prophet Muhammad by suspended BJP leader Nupur Sharma, Uttar Pradesh Minister of Minority Affairs Danish Azad on Sunday said that the party’s action clarified that respecting all religions is its priority and also urged people to maintain law and order.
Speaking to ANI, Danish Azad said, “Our party and our government believe in unity and respect of all religions. They are going to work together with all parties. We believe in ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikaas’. Whatever was said, our party took a stand and clarified that respecting all religions is our priority. We all should also cooperate in maintaining law and order.”
Jun 12, 2022 1:04 PM (IST)
Demolition of “illegally constructed” residence of Javed Ahmed underway
Jun 12, 2022 12:40 PM (IST)
Heavy security force deployed in front of Javed Ahmed’s residence
Jun 12, 2022 12:35 PM (IST)
Bulldozers raze home of Prayagraj violence mastermind Javed Ahmed
Bulldozers have begun razing the home of Prayagraj violence mastermind Javed Ahmed
Jun 12, 2022 12:28 PM (IST)
Nupur Sharma likely to appear before Bhiwandi police tomorrow
Nupur Sharma is likely to appear before Bhiwandi police tomorrow, in connection with her statement against Prophet Muhammad
Reports: Atul Singh
Jun 12, 2022 12:17 PM (IST)
Ranchi violence: Maulana Hakimuddin Qasmi meets DIG, kin of the deceased & injured
“Situation in Ranchi worsened the day before yesterday due to the protests (over controversial religious remarks), there was a loss of lives. So we came to meet the DIG, kin of the deceased & the injured,” said Maulana Hakimuddin Qasmi, General Secretary, Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind.
“We have met the DIG to appeal for peace and will meet the DCP. We are also trying to meet the DGP, Governor & the CM. An SIT has been formed to probe the incident, and the report will come within a week, as per DIG,” said Maulana Hakimuddin Qasmi.
“Govt should help with the medical treatment of the injured & give financial compensation to the kin of the deceased. We have appealed to the DIG to stop illegitimate arrests… Police were involved in hitting the public,” he further said.
Jun 12, 2022 12:16 PM (IST)
Saharanpur violence: 71 arrested so far
“71 have been arrested as of yet. We’ve found CCTV footage via which we are identifying them. We’re taking action only after we find solid proof so we do not have to let them go,” says SP City, Rajesh Kumar on Saharanpur protests after Friday prayers.
“2 involved in this had been identified & it was found they had illegal constructions. Bulldozers were brought in & their houses were rowed down. Muzammil (18) was seen invoking & provocating groups & people to join protests. He studies in a madarsa,” said SP City.
Jun 12, 2022 12:14 PM (IST)
Ranchi violence: SIT probing CCTV footage
Anish Gupta DIG Ranchi, Jharkhand says SIT is probing CCTV footage from the area of the incident.
“We’re trying to identify all those involved in the incident. The decision to lift Sec 144 CrPC will be taken by looking at the situation. Guilty will not be spared,” he says.
Jun 12, 2022 12:01 PM (IST)
Anurag Thakur says violence incidents should be probed
Union Minister Anurag Thakur directs all states to ensure strict action and investigation in connection with the violence incidents
Jun 12, 2022 12:00 PM (IST)
Police & RAF conduct flag march in Ranchi
Jun 12, 2022 11:58 AM (IST)
Saharanpur violence: Police arrest one Salman for putting up posters
Saharanpur violence: One person namely Salman arrested for allegedly directing a printing press to print posters related to the violence. In a viral video, Salman could be seen putting up related posters
Reports: Kumar Sonu
Jun 12, 2022 11:55 AM (IST)
Police team reaches residence of Javed Mohammad
A team of police arrives at the residence of Javed Mohammad.
He was asked to vacate his premises by 11 am.
Jun 12, 2022 11:53 AM (IST)
Section 144 clamped in Nashik
Section 144 has been imposed in Maharashtra’s Nashik for the next 15 days.
All religious, cultural and political gatherings will be banned in the city from June 13 to 27.
Jun 12, 2022 11:51 AM (IST)
Prayagraj violence: Bulldozers likely to raze residence of Javed Mohammad
Bulldozers are likely to raze the residence of Javed Mohammad — an activist with the Welfare Party of India, who was arrested in UP in connection with the protests that erupted in Prayagraj after Friday prayers.
The authorities had asked Mohammad to vacate his residence by 11 am today.
Jun 12, 2022 11:24 AM (IST)
Jammu: One arrested for stoking communal tension in Doda
One person was arrested for allegedly stoking communal tension as curfew and strict restrictions under prohibitory orders remained in force in parts of Jammu region’s Chenab valley for the fourth successive day on Sunday, officials said. The accused Aadil Gafoor Ganai was arrested from his house during an early morning raid on Sunday by police at his residence at Chinar Mohalla locality in curfew-bound Bhaderwah town of Doda district, the officials said.
They said Ganai is accused of delivering an inflammatory speech from Markazi Jamia Masjid Bhaderwah on June 9 during a protest rally against recent remarks on Prophet Mohammad by two now-suspended BJP leaders and social media posts by a few local right-wing activists in their support.
Jun 12, 2022 11:12 AM (IST)
Probe on suspected PFI hand behind Moradabad protests
Moradabad Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Hemant Kutiyal said that an investigation is underway over the suspected hand of PFI behind the protests that erupted across the city after Friday prayers.
“Nothing like that has come in the investigation so far. But the investigation is going on. So, we won’t deny it, there might be a possibility,” says Moradabad SSP Hemant Kutiyal when asked if there was the hand of PFI or any other organisation behind Friday’s protest.
Jun 12, 2022 11:07 AM (IST)
Ranchi: Family of deceased claim they were not part of protest
The family members of two persons who succumbed to gunshot wounds during Friday’s protests here against controversial remarks on Prophet Muhammad, have claimed they were not a part of the procession that was taken out to condemn the comments.
Two people identified as Mohammad Mudassir Kaifi and Mohammad Sahil died and over two dozen people were injured in protests and subsequent clashes that rocked the state capital on Friday over the remarks made by two suspended BJP functionaries against Prophet Mohammad, officials said.
Jun 12, 2022 10:40 AM (IST)
Telangana: One booked for social media post
“We’ve registered a case under relevant sections of IPC against one person (who posted the post on social media) for hurting religious sentiments and have arrested the accused. The situation is now under control,” says SP Adilabad, D Uday Kumar Reddy
Jun 12, 2022 10:38 AM (IST)
Internet services restored in Ranchi
Internet services have been restored in Ranchi.
The district administration had suspended the internet services on June 10 after the protest over the controversial remarks by suspended BJP leader Nupur Sharma turned violent
Jun 12, 2022 10:36 AM (IST)
WB clashes: Bengal BJP submits memorandum to Governor
The West Bengal BJP submitted a memorandum to Governor Jagdeep Dhankhar on Saturday seeking the deployment of paramilitary forces in the state over the violent protests in Howrah and Murshidabad against the controversial remarks on Prophet Muhammad made by suspended Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) spokesperson Nupur Sharma and expelled leader Naveen Jindal.
“The deployment of mobile squads of Central paramilitary forces in affected areas, including route marches in extra-sensitive zones. If the grave situation persists, the deployment of the army should be seriously considered”, stated the BJP letter.
Jun 12, 2022 10:35 AM (IST)
Jama Masjid protest: Two persons arrested under section 153A
Delhi Police have arrested two persons in connection with the Jama Masjid protest that took place on Friday over the controversial remarks on Prophet Muhammad made by Nupur Sharma and expelled leader Naveen Jindal.
“Two persons have been arrested last night under section 153A of IPC. Friday namaz always has a crowd, so we were alert that something could happen. But the way people came after offering namaz with banners and placards denotes that there is some kind of planning behind it,” said Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Central district, Shweta Chauhan.
Reports: Abhay Parashar
Jun 12, 2022 10:28 AM (IST)
304 people arrested so far from UP
UP protests: 304 people arrested so far from the state
Reports: Ruchi Kumar
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