Jodhpur clashes: Minister says over 50 arrested, no time for blame game
2 years, 8 months ago

Jodhpur clashes: Minister says over 50 arrested, no time for blame game

Hindustan Times  

Rajasthan minister Rajendra Yadav said on Tuesday more than 50 arrests had been made in connection with communal clashes that broke out in Jodhpur earlier in the day. Condemning the violence that took place on Eid that coincided with celebrations of Parshuram Jayati and Akha Teej, the minister said patience was needed and it was no time for blame game. Police take away a miscreant after clashes broke out between two communities on Eid-ul-Fitr, in the Jalori Gate area, Jodhpur, Tuesday Amid Opposition allegations of administration not doing enough, Yadav said action would be taken if any negligence came to light. Communal tensions broke out in the Jalori Gate area of Jodhpur, also the hometown of Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot, hours before Eid celebrations began for the day.

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Rajasthan: Communal violence in Jodhpur, 51 people arrested, Section 144 imposed
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Rajasthan: Communal violence in Jodhpur, 51 people arrested, Section 144 imposed

Live Mint  

Jodhpur:Several people including two police officers were injured after communal violence erupted in the Soorsagar area here over the construction of an eidgah gate, officials said on Saturday. Police Commissioner Rajendra Singh said 51 people have been arrested so far in connection with the Friday night incident, and prohibitory orders under Section 144 of the CrPC have been imposed in …

Communal clashes erupt in Jodhpur over Eidgah gate construction; several injured, 50 arrested
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Communal clashes erupt in Jodhpur over Eidgah gate construction; several injured, 50 arrested

New Indian Express  

JAIPUR: Violent communal clashes erupted in Jodhpur's Sursagar area on Friday over the construction of an Eidgah gate, resulting in injuries to several individuals, including two police officers. Tensions escalated after residents of the locality opposed the construction of the gate on the backside of the eidgah, saying that it would increase the movement of people in that area. Furthermore, …

Jodhpur: Clashes erupt between two communities over 15-year-old dispute, 43 arrested
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Jodhpur: Clashes erupt between two communities over 15-year-old dispute, 43 arrested

India TV News  

43 people have been arrested after a violent clash broke out between two communities on Friday over an illegal construction on a disputed land in Sursagar Jodhpur, Rajasthan. The recent clashes erupted over an agreement that was reached between the Hindus and the Muslims 15 years ago regarding the land on which illegal construction was going on. Jodhpur West DCP …

[Jodhpur Violence] Rajasthan High Court Grants Interim Protection From Arrests To 3 Accused Persons
2 years, 7 months ago

[Jodhpur Violence] Rajasthan High Court Grants Interim Protection From Arrests To 3 Accused Persons

Live Law  

The Rajasthan High Court has granted interim protection from arrest to three accused persons, namely Hitesh Vyas, Arvind and Khimanshu Gehlot in the recent incident of Jodhpur Violence that took place on 02.05.2022 at Jalori Gate Chouraha, Jodhpur. The court has directed the Investigation Officer to remain present with case diary and CCTV Footage of the incident on the next …

Tension in Rajasthan's Bhilwara after murder of youth, three arrested
2 years, 8 months ago

Tension in Rajasthan's Bhilwara after murder of youth, three arrested

India TV News  

Highlights Bhilwara authorities have suspended mobile internet services as a measure to maintain law and order Right-wing groups called on traders to keep their shops shut as protest against the murder Bhilwara was in the grip of violence last week after unidentified masked men thrashed two people Tension has gripped Rajasthan's Bhilwara after a 22-year-old Hindu youth was allegedly stabbed …

Jodhpur communal clash: Eight hour curfew relaxed today; more than five people not to assemble in public places
2 years, 8 months ago

Jodhpur communal clash: Eight hour curfew relaxed today; more than five people not to assemble in public places

Firstpost  

A total of 211 people have been arrested in connection with incidents of communal violence in Rajasthan’s Jodhpur ahead of Eid celebrations that left several people injured Jodhpur: Eight hours of relaxation will be provided amid curfew on May 8 in Jodhpur, said the police on Saturday. At the public places, 5 or more than 5 people cannot assemble.” Following …

Jodhpur: Curfew in 10 areas of violence-hit city extended till 12am on May 8
2 years, 8 months ago

Jodhpur: Curfew in 10 areas of violence-hit city extended till 12am on May 8

Hindustan Times  

The ongoing curfew in Rajasthan's Jodhpur was extended in the 10 areas of the violence-hit city till 12am on March 8. The city has been under curfew ever since communal violence broke out on the eve of Eid. Curfew extended in Rajasthan's Jodhpur till 12 am of May 8. “In the context of the current situation, the curfew has been …

Jodhpur violence: Curfew relaxed for two hours
2 years, 8 months ago

Jodhpur violence: Curfew relaxed for two hours

Hindustan Times  

Jaipur: The curfew imposed following communal violence in Rajasthan’s Jodhpur was lifted on Friday for two hours from 8 am to allow people to buy essential commodities on Friday. The use of vehicles was not permitted during the relaxation as a precautionary measure a day after police carried out a flag march in the city on Thursday to maintain peace …

Jodhpur communal clash: 211 arrested so far, says Rajasthan police chief
2 years, 8 months ago

Jodhpur communal clash: 211 arrested so far, says Rajasthan police chief

Firstpost  

A curfew clamped in the city following the violence continued for the third day on Thursday with the police saying all efforts were being made to maintain law and order Jaipur: As many as 211 people have so far been arrested in connection with the communal clashes in Jodhpur before Eid, police said on Thursday while asserting the situation in …

Amid tensions, internet services suspended in Rajasthan’s Bhilwara
2 years, 8 months ago

Amid tensions, internet services suspended in Rajasthan’s Bhilwara

Hindustan Times  

Jaipur: The authorities in Rajasthan’s Bhilwara suspended internet services for 24 hours after over a dozen unidentified people assaulted two men on Wednesday night before setting a motorcycle afire and triggered protests amid a series of communal clashes in the state. Police superintendent Adarsh Sidhu said the two were having dinner when the assailants on motorcycles attacked them in Bhilwara’s …

Jodhpur Eid violence: Police had intelligence input about possible violence, but failed to control the mob
2 years, 8 months ago

Jodhpur Eid violence: Police had intelligence input about possible violence, but failed to control the mob

Op India  

On May 3, several areas of Jodhpur city witnessed clashes and violence when mobs started attacking the police following Eid prayers. Tension had erupted on the intervening night of May 2 and May 3 when a Muslim mob replaced a Bhagwa flag with an Islamic flag at the Jalori intersection in Jodhpur and taped the face of a statue of …

After Jodhpur, internet suspended in Rajasthan's Bhilwara over fresh clashes
2 years, 8 months ago

After Jodhpur, internet suspended in Rajasthan's Bhilwara over fresh clashes

Hindustan Times  

Internet services were on Thursday suspended for 24 hours in Bhilwara city of Rajasthan, informed district collector Ashish Modi, following an incident of violence in Sanganer area of the city last night. At least two persons were attacked by some unknown people while having food, news agency ANI reported quoting the district collector. Clashes broke out on Eid in Jodhpur, …

Jodhpur situation under control, 141 arrested for communal violence: Police
2 years, 8 months ago

Jodhpur situation under control, 141 arrested for communal violence: Police

Hindustan Times  

The Jodhpur Police has arrested 141 people in connection with communal clashes in Rajasthan’s Jodhpur ahead of Eid celebrations that left several people injured on Tuesday. Police personnel deployed during curfew on Wednesday that was imposed following clashes between two groups a day earlier Rajasthan director general of police, ML Lather said the situation was under control and no fresh …

Jodhpur violence: 141 people arrested so far
2 years, 8 months ago

Jodhpur violence: 141 people arrested so far

Firstpost  

The situation is under control and no fresh incident of violence has been reported, police said Jaipur: As many as 141 people have been arrested so far in connection with communal clashes over the hoisting of a flag before Eid in Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot’s constituency Jodhpur where a curfew continued for the second consecutive day on Wednesday. The …

Gehlot attacks BJP over violence in Jodhpur
2 years, 8 months ago

Gehlot attacks BJP over violence in Jodhpur

Hindustan Times  

JAIPUR: Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot on Wednesday hit out at the Bharatiya Janata Party over the communal violence in Jodhpur, saying the opposition party is nervous. Gehlot said he had commented that they have come to “set fire” when BJP chief JP Nadda visited Sawai Madhopur. “That is why there was no casualty, and no big incident or accident.” …

From Karauli to Jodhpur, Rajasthan seethes with communal violence
2 years, 8 months ago

From Karauli to Jodhpur, Rajasthan seethes with communal violence

Firstpost  

The Jodhpur violence, which saw four policemen being injured and over 50 people arrested, is just another flashpoint in Rajasthan. जोधपुर में कल देर रात से जो तनाव पैदा हुआ है वो बहुत ही दुर्भाग्यपूर्ण है। हमारे राजस्थान की, मारवाड़ की परम्परा रही है कि सभी समाज के, सभी धर्मों के लोग हमेशा, हर त्यौहारों पर भी प्रेम भाईचारे से …

Curfew remains in force in Jodhpur, 97 arrested after communal clashes
2 years, 8 months ago

Curfew remains in force in Jodhpur, 97 arrested after communal clashes

Deccan Chronicle  

Jodhpur: As many as 97 people have been arrested so far in connection with communal clashes over hoisting of a flag before Eid in Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot's constituency Jodhpur where curfew continued in 10 police station areas for the second consecutive day on Wednesday. Gehlot, who on Tuesday appealed to the people to maintain peace and harmony, has …

Jodhpur clashes: BJP hits out at Gehlot, accuses him of ‘appeasement politics’
2 years, 8 months ago

Jodhpur clashes: BJP hits out at Gehlot, accuses him of ‘appeasement politics’

Hindustan Times  

BJP leader Rajyavardhan Rathore on Tuesday hit out at Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot over the Jodhpur clashes accusing him of doing “appeasement politics” and “adopting double standards.” Police charge a miscreant to maintain peace after clashes broke out between two communities on Eid-ul-Fitr, in Jalori Gate area, in Jodhpur “The law and order situation in Rajasthan is very bad. …

Jodhpur communal clash: BJP urges Rajasthan governor to initiate probe after violence broke out on Eid
2 years, 8 months ago

Jodhpur communal clash: BJP urges Rajasthan governor to initiate probe after violence broke out on Eid

Firstpost  

The BJP alleged that the Congress government in Rajasthan indulges in the politics of appeasement which has led to an atmosphere of fear Jodhpur: Rajasthan state president of Bharatiya Janata Party Satish Poonia on Tuesday requested Governor Kalraj Mishra to initiate an investigation into the incidents related to violence in Jodhpur and also pass necessary instruction to state the government …

OPINION | Jodhpur riots: Who is to blame?
2 years, 8 months ago

OPINION | Jodhpur riots: Who is to blame?

India TV News  

Communal clashes took place in Jodhpur city of Rajasthan on Eid Day and till now 97 persons have been rounded up by police. The clashes happened in Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot’s home constituency, and Tuesday was his birthday. BJP MP from Jodhpur and Union Jalshakti Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat said, the administration had given a free hand to the …

Jodhpur tense as admin suspends Internet services across city over clashes
2 years, 8 months ago

Jodhpur tense as admin suspends Internet services across city over clashes

Hindustan Times  

The Jodhpur administration on Tuesday extended suspension of internet services that was earlier imposed in 10 police station areas to the entire city to check the spread of rumours in the wake of communal clashes. Hours ago, minister of state for home Rajendra Yadav said more than 50 people were arrested so far in connection with the communal violence that …

There was a plan to pelt stones: Union minister alleges conspiracy in Jodhpur clashes
2 years, 8 months ago

There was a plan to pelt stones: Union minister alleges conspiracy in Jodhpur clashes

India Today  

Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat accused the Ashok Gehlot-led government in Rajasthan of appeasement after clashes erupted in Jodhpur on Eid. Gajendra Singh Shekhawat accused the Rajasthan Police and the state government of remaining “mute spectators” while the clashes erupted in Jodhpur. Gajendra Singh Shekhawat claimed,“Police and administration were working under some invisible pressure.” Police lathi charge protesters after clashes …

‘Stay indoors’: Jodhpur Police appeals as curfew imposed amid tensions on Eid
2 years, 8 months ago

‘Stay indoors’: Jodhpur Police appeals as curfew imposed amid tensions on Eid

Hindustan Times  

Curfew has been imposed in 10 police stations of Jodhpur city on Tuesday after communal tension broke out in the Rajasthan city. Udai Mandir, Nagori Gate, Khanda Phalsa, Pratap Nagar, Dev Nagar, Soor Sagar and Sardarpura are among the police station limits where the curfew has been imposed until May 4 midnight, news agency PTI reported, citing the police control …

Curfew in 10 Jodhpur areas after fresh violence; Gehlot sends in top officials
2 years, 8 months ago

Curfew in 10 Jodhpur areas after fresh violence; Gehlot sends in top officials

Hindustan Times  

Curfew was imposed in several localities of Rajasthan’s Jodhpur after communal tension first erupted in the Jalori Gate area over raising a religious flag ahead of Eid late on Monday and spread to some neighbouring areas on Tuesday. Jodhpur: Police take away a miscreant after clashes broke out between two communities on Eid-ul-Fitr, in Jalori Gate area, in Jodhpur, Tuesday …

Hindus, Muslims celebrate Eid together in Delhi\'s violence-hit Jahangirpuri
2 years, 8 months ago

Hindus, Muslims celebrate Eid together in Delhi\'s violence-hit Jahangirpuri

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Hindu and Muslim communities together celebrated Eid on Tuesday at Jahangirpuri's Kushal Chowk by exchanging sweets and hugs, giving a message of peace and harmony in the area that witnessed communal violence last month. This shows people in Jahangirpuri live in harmony and respect each other's religions," a representative from the Muslim community Tabrez Khan said. Usha Rangnani, …

Jodhpur: Hours after violence at Jalori Gate, Islamic mob vandalises vehicles and clashes with police after Eid prayers
2 years, 8 months ago

Jodhpur: Hours after violence at Jalori Gate, Islamic mob vandalises vehicles and clashes with police after Eid prayers

Op India  

On May 3, fresh clashes took place in Jodhpur following communal violence on Monday. ‘They hoisted Islamic flag’ Speaking to OpIndia, Jodhpur West Mayor Vanita Seth said, “At around 11:30 PM, the members of the Muslim community were hoisting flags for Eid at Jalori intersection. The members of the Hindu community removed the flags and left one at the statue …

Jodhpur tense on Eid after clashes, cops among many injured; CM appeals for calm
2 years, 8 months ago

Jodhpur tense on Eid after clashes, cops among many injured; CM appeals for calm

Hindustan Times  

Two groups clashed in Jodhpur town’s Jalori Gate area late on Monday after a dispute over raising religious flags in the area ahead of Eid, prompting authorities to suspend internet services and issue appeals for peace. Four police personnel were among those injured while trying to disperse the stone-pelting mob, police said in Jodhpur, the home town of chief minister …

Clashes hours before Eid in Rajasthan\'s Jodhpur; CM calls for peace
2 years, 8 months ago

Clashes hours before Eid in Rajasthan\'s Jodhpur; CM calls for peace

Deccan Chronicle  

Jodhpur: Hours before Eid, communal tension broke out in Jodhpur leading to stone pelting. Members of the minority community were installing Eid flags and they put up a flag on a roundabout alongside the statue of freedom fighter Balmukund Bissa. "While respecting the tradition of love and brotherhood of Jodhpur, Marwar, I make a touching appeal to all the parties …

Rajasthan CM's appeal on 'tradition of brotherhood' in Jodhpur after clashes
2 years, 8 months ago

Rajasthan CM's appeal on 'tradition of brotherhood' in Jodhpur after clashes

Hindustan Times  

Shortly after clashes were reported in Rajasthan's Jodhpur, chief minister Ashok Gehlot in a late-night tweet said the incident was ‘unfortunate’. In another post on Tuesday morning, he made an appeal: “Respecting the tradition of love and brotherhood of Jodhpur, Marwar, I make a touching appeal to all to maintain peace and cooperate in creating law and order." The clashes …

'They are scared...': Rajasthan CM Gehlot alleges BJP's foul play in Jodhpur clashes | Exclusive
2 years, 8 months ago

'They are scared...': Rajasthan CM Gehlot alleges BJP's foul play in Jodhpur clashes | Exclusive

India TV News  

Highlights Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot spoke to India TV on Jodhpur clashes, and slammed BJP. Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Tuesday, in an exclusive conversation with India TV, slammed the BJP and alleged that the saffron party is responsible for the recent clashes in his hometown Jodhpur on Eid. Jodhpur clashes Communal tensions gripped Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot's …

India: Curfew imposed in Jodhpur following Hindu-Muslim clashes
2 years, 8 months ago

India: Curfew imposed in Jodhpur following Hindu-Muslim clashes

Al Jazeera  

Internet connections cut and a curfew imposed following unrest between Hindus and Muslims in Rajasthan state. Government authorities have imposed a curfew and cut off internet connections in an area of Jodhpur, the capital of northern India’s Rajasthan state, following fresh altercations between the Hindu and Muslim communities there. Al Jazeera’s Elizabeth Puranam said there was a “very heavy police …

Rajasthan: Curfew in violence-hit Karauli extended till April 10
2 years, 9 months ago

Rajasthan: Curfew in violence-hit Karauli extended till April 10

India Today  

The curfew imposed in Rajasthan’s Karauli has been extended till 12 am of April 10 on Thursday considering the law and order situation in the violence-hit city. After the Karauli communal riots, Ajmer collector imposed section 144 in urban and rural areas. The rally was taken out by right-wing organisations, including the Vishva Hindu Parishad, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh and …

Curfew clamped, internet shut down in Rajasthan's Karauli after communal clashes | What happened so far
2 years, 9 months ago

Curfew clamped, internet shut down in Rajasthan's Karauli after communal clashes | What happened so far

India Today  

Curfew was clamped and internet suspended in Rajasthan’s Karauli in the wake of communal clashes that broke out Saturday evening following stone-pelting at a religious procession to celebrate the Hindu New Year. Around 42 people were reportedly injured when stones were pelted at a motorcycle rally passing through a Muslim-dominated area to mark Nav Samvatsar, spawning violence that saw shops …

'Nation awaiting justice in Lakhimpur Kheri violence': Kejriwal tells Modi
3 years, 3 months ago

'Nation awaiting justice in Lakhimpur Kheri violence': Kejriwal tells Modi

Hindustan Times  

Addressing a virtual press conference on Wednesday, Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal slammed the BJP-led government at the Centre for its “silence” over the violence in Uttar Pradesh's Lakhimpur Kheri, in which eight people, including four farmers, were killed, on Sunday. Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal also called for sacking of Union minister of state for home Ajay Mishra Teni, …

Rajasthan: Section 144 imposed in Sawai Madhopur district over communal clash during VHP rally
5 years, 4 months ago

Rajasthan: Section 144 imposed in Sawai Madhopur district over communal clash during VHP rally

India TV News  

Section 144 has been imposed and internet services suspended in Sawai Madhopur district's Gangapur City in Rajasthan following a communal clash during a VHP rally, police said. According to Sawai Madhopur - Superintendent of Police, Sudhir Chaudhary: "The VHP workers were raising slogans at a procession, when slogans started coming from the Jama Masjid side as well. "Additional police force …

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