Over 800 communal incidents in less than 3 months in Maharashtra: Cops
1 day, 6 hours ago

Over 800 communal incidents in less than 3 months in Maharashtra: Cops

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra witnessed 823 incidents of communal unrest so far since January this year including the violence in Nagpur, with demands for the removal of Aurangzeb's tomb and the spreading of distorted facts on social media fomenting fresh trouble, officials said. Maharashtra in 2024 witnessed 4,836 Hindu-Muslim related communal crimes of which 170 incidents were cognisable and 3,106 non-cognisable cases, an official told PTI. The official said various posts on social media falsely claimed that the mosque was attacked, triggering communal tension. We come together to preserve our traditions, started by our forefathers to bolster communal harmony," said Ali Miyan Kazi, a resident of Ratnagiri, a coastal district.

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Nagpur violence: Muslim leaders call for impartial probe, blame police inaction
4 days, 17 hours ago

Nagpur violence: Muslim leaders call for impartial probe, blame police inaction

Hindustan Times  

Members of the Muslim community in Nagpur have condemned the violence in Vidarbha’s largest city earlier this week and sought an impartial probe into it, claiming that timely action by police could have prevented it. Muslim leaders in Nagpur condemned the violence in the city and called for an impartial probe Addressing a press conference on Thursday, they said Maharashtra …

BJP should turn pages of history: Akhilesh on Nagpur violence amid Aurangzeb row
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5 days, 13 hours ago

BJP should turn pages of history: Akhilesh on Nagpur violence amid Aurangzeb row

Hindustan Times  

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has blamed the Bharatiya Janata Party of endangering religious sites and fostering communal discord. As of now, police have formed 18 special teams to track down and arrest those involved in Nagpur violence. Speaking to HT, Yadav also weighed in on the controversy surrounding Aurangzeb’s grave to highlight historical figures like Shivaji Maharaj and Swami …

Nagpur violence: Police form 18 special teams to nab culprits
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5 days, 14 hours ago

Nagpur violence: Police form 18 special teams to nab culprits

The Hindu  

Police have formed 18 special teams to track down and arrest those involved in the violence in Maharashtra's Nagpur city, officials said on Thursday. 200 accused identified by police The police have so far identified 200 accused and are actively working to identify another 1,000 suspects captured in CCTV footage of the riots, a senior official said. On Monday, five …

Nagpur violence: Cyber cell identifies over 140 online posts with objectionable content
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5 days, 17 hours ago

Nagpur violence: Cyber cell identifies over 140 online posts with objectionable content

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: In the wake of the Nagpur violence, Maharashtra Cyber department has identified more than 140 posts and videos containing objectionable contents across social media platforms aimed at inciting communal unrest, officials said.These videos and posts were found uploaded on Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube, an official said on Wednesday. The Maharashtra Cyber, in coordination with the Nagpur City Cyber …

Nagpur unrest: Three days after violence, curfew lifted, relaxed in parts of city
5 days, 21 hours ago

Nagpur unrest: Three days after violence, curfew lifted, relaxed in parts of city

India TV News  

Nagpur unrest: Three days after violence, curfew lifted, relaxed in parts of city Considering the people's convenience and law and order, Commissioner of Police Ravinder Singal ordered the lifting of curfew from Nandanvan and Kapil Nagar police station areas from 2 pm on Thursday. Curfew has been lifted in some areas in Nagpur on Thursday, three days after violence rocked …

Nagpur violence: Cops say no religious text burnt, crackdown on provocative posts
5 days, 21 hours ago

Nagpur violence: Cops say no religious text burnt, crackdown on provocative posts

India Today  

No piece of cloth with religious text was burnt during a right-wing protest in Nagpur, police have said, days after communal violence swept the city, leaving several people injured. More than 140 objectionable contents, including posts and videos across social media platforms aimed at inciting communal unrest, have been identified by the Maharashtra cyber cell in coordination with the Nagpur …

​Past as a prelude: on the Nagpur riots and Aurangzeb
6 days, 2 hours ago

​Past as a prelude: on the Nagpur riots and Aurangzeb

The Hindu  

There is ample empirical evidence that riots in India are often orchestrated by vested interests and are not spontaneous eruptions of social tensions. For days since the Budget session began on March 3 in Maharashtra, the ruling right-wing parties have persistently invoked the legacy of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb as a political talking point. Yet, instead of addressing these urgent concerns, …

Nagpur violence: Petrol bombs and orchestrated riots by Islamists
6 days, 8 hours ago

Nagpur violence: Petrol bombs and orchestrated riots by Islamists

Op India  

Twenty-four hours after violent Muslim mob violence tore apart the heart of Nagpur in Maharashtra on the evening of 17th March, at least 30% of the city continues to be under curfew with a state reserve police force, riot control squad and 1,000 personnel monitoring the “communally sensitive” locations. Two police cars were set on fire near Geetanjali Chowk in …

Nagpur violence: Group of rioters molested woman constable, tried to disrobe her
6 days, 11 hours ago

Nagpur violence: Group of rioters molested woman constable, tried to disrobe her

The Hindu  

A woman police constable was allegedly molested and her uniform was pulled by a group of rioters during the communal violence that broke out in Nagpur on Monday evening, following protests linked to Mughal emperor Aurangzeb’s tomb. Women cops harassed According to the Ganeshpeth FIR accessed by The Hindu, a mob of people shouting provocative slogans and hurling stones targeted …

Not Chhaava, liberal mollycoddling of Muslim mobs is responsible for the Nagpur riots
6 days, 12 hours ago

Not Chhaava, liberal mollycoddling of Muslim mobs is responsible for the Nagpur riots

Op India  

The recent violence in Nagpur was yet another grim reminder of how the Indian Left operates as a protective shield for Islamist mobs, ensuring that every act of aggression is justified, rationalized, or outright ignored. As usual, instead of holding Islamists accountable for their intolerance and violent tendencies, left-wing ideologues scrambled to spin the narrative—this time absurdly blaming actor Vicky …

Not Chhaava, but liberal mollycoddling of rampaging Muslim mobs is responsible for Nagpur violence
6 days, 12 hours ago

Not Chhaava, but liberal mollycoddling of rampaging Muslim mobs is responsible for Nagpur violence

Op India  

The recent violence in Nagpur was yet another grim reminder of how the Indian Left operates as a protective shield for Islamist mobs, ensuring that every act of aggression is justified, rationalized, or outright ignored. As usual, instead of holding Islamists accountable for their intolerance and violent tendencies, left-wing ideologues scrambled to spin the narrative—this time absurdly blaming actor Vicky …

Nagpur violence: Group of rioters molested woman constable, tried to disrobe her
Top News
6 days, 12 hours ago

Nagpur violence: Group of rioters molested woman constable, tried to disrobe her

Deccan Chronicle  

A group of rioters allegedly touched a woman constable inappropriately and tried to disrobe her during the violence that broke out in Nagpur city after protests against Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's tomb, officials said on Wednesday.The mob also hurled petrol bombs at the police during the violence, they said, adding that the police have so far arrested 51 rioters and slapped …

Nagpur violence updates: 51 booked, curfew continues as Aurangzeb tomb dispute rages
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6 days, 13 hours ago

Nagpur violence updates: 51 booked, curfew continues as Aurangzeb tomb dispute rages

Hindustan Times  

Curfew remains enforced for the second consecutive day on Wednesday across 10 police station limits in Maharashtra's Nagpur following the violent clashes that erupted on March 17. Heavy police bandobast in the Chitnis Park area where tension prevailed following VHP-Bajrang Dal protests over removal of Aurangzeb's tomb from the state of Maharashtra, in Nagpur, Tuesday, March 18, 2025. According to …

Nagpur violence: Police say situation under control, curfew continues in sensitive parts of city
Top News
6 days, 14 hours ago

Nagpur violence: Police say situation under control, curfew continues in sensitive parts of city

The Hindu  

“The law and order situation in Nagpur, which was rocked by violence on Monday night, is under control but a curfew continues in many sensitive areas of the city,” a senior official said on Wednesday. Violence erupted in central Nagpur’s Chitnis Park in the Mahal area on Monday, with stones hurled at police amid rumours that the holy book of …

Nagpur Violence: How Is The Current Situation Post Massive Violence? | ABP News
6 days, 16 hours ago

Nagpur Violence: How Is The Current Situation Post Massive Violence? | ABP News

ABP News  

Following the violent clashes in central Nagpur on Monday, the city's Police Commissioner Ravindra Singhal led a route march on Tuesday in the riot-affected areas. The march covered key locations, including Chitnis Park Chowk, Bhalsarpura Chowk, Agrasen Chowk, Seva Sadan Chowk, Geetanjali Talkies Chowk, and Hanspuri Road, where another incident of unrest was reported the previous night. Commissioner Ravindra Singhal …

Islamist mob molests woman police officer amid Nagpur Violence, tries to disrobe her while rioting against Hindus who wanted removal of Aurangzeb's tomb
6 days, 16 hours ago

Islamist mob molests woman police officer amid Nagpur Violence, tries to disrobe her while rioting against Hindus who wanted removal of Aurangzeb's tomb

Op India  

On 17th March, a Muslim mob molested a woman police officer in the Bhhaladarpura area of Nagpur, Maharashtra, and attempted to disrobe her during the violence by the mob over Hindus demanding the removal of Aurangzeb’s tomb. Amid the ongoing violence, a group within the mob got hold of a woman police officer and molested her. Nagpur Violence On the …

Nagpur Violence: Curfew Continues Across 10 Areas; FIR Against VHP, Bajrang Dal Functionaries — Updates
Top News
6 days, 17 hours ago

Nagpur Violence: Curfew Continues Across 10 Areas; FIR Against VHP, Bajrang Dal Functionaries — Updates

ABP News  

Curfew continued on the second day in ten police station limits of Nagpur after violence erupted on March 17 in the Maharashtra city as a row over the removal of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's tomb resulted in clashes and vandalism, leaving several police personnel injured. Here are the top updates on Nagpur violence: Curfew continues on the second day in 10 …

Situation under control in violence-hit Nagpur, curfew remains in sensitive areas
6 days, 21 hours ago

Situation under control in violence-hit Nagpur, curfew remains in sensitive areas

New Indian Express  

NAGPUR: The law and order situation in Nagpur, which was rocked by violence on Monday night, is under control but a curfew continues in many sensitive areas of the city, a senior official said on Wednesday. Another official said that more than 2,000 armed police personnel have been deployed in the sensitive areas. Violence erupted in central Nagpur's Chitnis Park …

Nagpur violence was pre-planned, says Fadnavis
1 week ago

Nagpur violence was pre-planned, says Fadnavis

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: A day after communal riots tore through central Nagpur, fanning the controversy over the tomb of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb, Opposition parties in Maharashtra zeroed in on chief minister Devendra Fadnavis. If Fadnavis and BJP leaders want to destroy proof of the brave history of the Marathas, he should go to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and get the centre’s permission …

Maharashtra CM calls Nagpur violence pre-planned, Opposition asks Fadnavis to resign
1 week ago

Maharashtra CM calls Nagpur violence pre-planned, Opposition asks Fadnavis to resign

The Hindu  

The violence in Nagpur led to a political firestorm on Tuesday as Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis called the incident “premeditated”, whereas Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde termed it a conspiracy questioning “where the petrol bombs came from”. Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray asked Mr. Fadnavis to resign if the “double engine government” has failed. Bharatiya Janata Party State chief Chandrashekhar …

Nagpur violence: We are ascertaining whether there was a mastermind, says Police Commissioner
1 week ago

Nagpur violence: We are ascertaining whether there was a mastermind, says Police Commissioner

The Hindu  

A day after Nagpur witnessed violence in which 34 police personnel and three locals were injured, Nagpur Police Commissioner Ravinder Singal said that his team was ascertaining if there was a mastermind behind the communal tension. “A 500-metre stretch at Chitnis Park lane and a 300-metre patch between Gitanjali Chowk and Hansapuri were the only areas which saw a few …

Chhaava blamed for Nagpur Violence: A psychological playbook similar to The Kashmir Files to normalise persecution of Hindus
1 week ago

Chhaava blamed for Nagpur Violence: A psychological playbook similar to The Kashmir Files to normalise persecution of Hindus

Op India  

Islamists and their cheerleaders masquerading as ‘secularists’ have mastered the art of guilt-tripping Hindus for simply narrating their historical persecution at the hands of Islamic invaders. Over the years, a chilling pattern has been observed whenever Hindus attempt to narrate their stories of persecution by Islamic jihadis through films like the recent blockbuster Chhaava based on the life and valour …

Nagpur Violence: Curfew Imposed, Over 50 Arrested
1 week ago

Nagpur Violence: Curfew Imposed, Over 50 Arrested

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: More than 50 people have been arrested and curfew imposed in parts of Nagpur a day after communal violence erupted in the city over the demands for removal of Mughal ruler Aurangzeb’s tomb in Maharashtra. The Maharashtra CM also said that ‘Chhaava’ film has ignited people’s anger against Aurangzeb, but added that the violence was pre-planned after a rumour. …

Nagpur violence: How online rumour mongering instigated Muslim mobs
1 week ago

Nagpur violence: How online rumour mongering instigated Muslim mobs

Op India  

On the evening of 17th March, Nagpur underwent violent unrest that left more than 30 people wounded over rumours of the burning of a copy of the Quran during a protest by Hindu organisations demanding the removal of Aurangzeb’s tomb in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. Aasif Mujtaba who claims to be a journalist and an IIT Delhi scholar alleged that it was …

Nagpur Violence: ‘We doused fire,’ residents describe chaos, say police and fire brigade arrived ‘after miscreants fled’
1 week ago

Nagpur Violence: ‘We doused fire,’ residents describe chaos, say police and fire brigade arrived ‘after miscreants fled’

Live Mint  

Nagpur Violence: Nagpur witnessed widespread violence on Monday evening, with clashes erupting in the Mahal area and spreading to Hansapuri. Nagpur Violence: Eyewitness Accounts Residents of the Old Hislop College area near Chitnis Park in Mahal reported that a mob entered their locality around 7:30 pm, throwing stones at homes and vandalising several cars. A woman from the Hansapuri area …

Explained: The 1927 riot in Nagpur and how RSS foiled the Muslim template of violence
1 week ago

Explained: The 1927 riot in Nagpur and how RSS foiled the Muslim template of violence

Op India  

The day was 4th September 1927. Author M. G. Chitkara in his book ‘Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh: National Upsurge ’ writes about their nefarious agenda – “A huge procession armed with lethal weapons and shouting war cries like “Allah-ho-Akbar”, etc. The plan was to sneak into the lanes and by lanes after reaching the Mahal area and attack the unguarded Hindu …

Nagpur violence: 50 held, 33 cops injured as curfew continues after clashes
1 week ago

Nagpur violence: 50 held, 33 cops injured as curfew continues after clashes

Hindustan Times  

Nagpur remains tense with a curfew imposed after protests against Mughal ruler Aurangzeb's tomb triggered violence in the Maharashtra city. Nagpur: Police personnel near charred remains of a vehicle, a day after violence broke out following an agitation by a right-wing group demanding removal of Aurangzeb's tomb, in Nagpur. Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis has claimed that the violence was premeditated, …

‘BJP wants to make Maharashtra next Manipur’: Aaditya Thackeray attacks state govt over Nagpur violence
1 week ago

‘BJP wants to make Maharashtra next Manipur’: Aaditya Thackeray attacks state govt over Nagpur violence

The Hindu  

Shiv Sena UBT leader Aaditya Thackeray attacked the Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis-led BJP government on Tuesday over the Nagpur violence and claimed that the BJP was trying to push Maharashtra into a situation similar to Manipur. The Shiv Sena UBT leader raised questions regarding the Maharashtra government’s handling of recent violence in Nagpur, highlighting the Chief Minister’s Office ‘s lack …

Nagpur violence was pre-planned. Mob had weapons, stones in trolley: Fadnavis
1 week ago

Nagpur violence was pre-planned. Mob had weapons, stones in trolley: Fadnavis

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday said that the communal violence that broke out in parts of Nagpur city on Monday was a pre-planned attack and there was a specific pattern behind the riots by groups of people. Violence broke out in Nagpur’s Mahal area on Monday after members of Hindu right-wing outfits including the Vishwa Hindu Parishad …

'Mob had weapons, trolley full of stones…': Devendra Fadnavis on Nagpur violence; says 3 police officers severly injured
1 week ago

'Mob had weapons, trolley full of stones…': Devendra Fadnavis on Nagpur violence; says 3 police officers severly injured

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday said the communal violence in Nagpur appears to be a premeditated conspiracy, and the mob had targeted specific houses and establishments. Speaking in the legislative assembly, Devendra Fadnavis said 33 police personnel, including three deputy commissioners of police, were injured in the violence, and one of the senior officials was attacked with an …

'Chhaava Sparked Anger, But...': Devendra Fadnavis On Nagpur Riots
1 week ago

'Chhaava Sparked Anger, But...': Devendra Fadnavis On Nagpur Riots

ABP News  

Nagpur Riots News: Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday said that the Vicky Kaushal-starrer 'Chhaava' seemed to have sparked people's anger. Referring to the rumours of the Quran being burnt, Fadnavis further said: "In Nagpur, Vishva Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal held protests. Speaking in the Assembly on Nagpur violence, Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis said, "In Nagpur, Vishwa Hindu Parishad …

Nagpur violence: ‘Well-planned attack,’ Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis warns ‘no one has right…’
1 week ago

Nagpur violence: ‘Well-planned attack,’ Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis warns ‘no one has right…’

Live Mint  

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis warned on Tuesday that no one has permission to take law and order into their own hands. He further stressed that Chhava movie has ignited people’s anger against Aurangzeb still, “everyone must keep Maharashtra peaceful,” he said. A curfew has been imposed in multiple areas of Nagpur city under Section 163 of the Bhartiya Nagarik …

Nagpur Riots Part Of A Conspiracy: Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde
1 week ago

Nagpur Riots Part Of A Conspiracy: Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde

ABP News  

Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde said that there was a conspiracy behind the Nagpur violence. VIDEO | On Nagpur violence: Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde says, "Such kind of a brutal incident was never witnessed before. Those who support Aurangzeb should read history and… pic.twitter.com/CizmWttiJi — Press Trust of India March 18, 2025 "The Nagpur incident was unfortunate. #WATCH | …

Nagpur Violence: Riots Exposed in New CCTV Footage, Over 50 Arrested Amid Widespread Destruction
1 week ago

Nagpur Violence: Riots Exposed in New CCTV Footage, Over 50 Arrested Amid Widespread Destruction

ABP News  

A terrifying series of events unfolded in Nagpur as violent clashes erupted, resulting in widespread destruction and fear. Newly released CCTV footage shows rioters engaging in stone-pelting, arson, and vandalism across the city. Eyewitnesses stated that many of the attackers appeared to be outsiders, deliberately targeting properties with religious symbols and CCTV cameras, likely to eliminate any evidence of their …

Nagpur Violence: BJP MLA Claims Over Cops Did Not Respond To Calls — 'Police Did Not Stand With Hindus'
1 week ago

Nagpur Violence: BJP MLA Claims Over Cops Did Not Respond To Calls — 'Police Did Not Stand With Hindus'

ABP News  

Nagpur Violence News: BJP MLA Praveen Datke questioned the police's handling of the Nagpur violence. #WATCH | Maharashtra | Nagpur violence | BJP MLA Pravin Datke says, "I have reached here this early morning. After an agitation yesterday morning, an incident took place at Ganesh Peth police station, then everything was… pic.twitter.com/pnhEGomViZ — ANI March 18, 2025 'Hindus Will Have …

Nagpur violence: Locals recount attack on their houses and vehicles
Top News
1 week ago

Nagpur violence: Locals recount attack on their houses and vehicles

Hindustan Times  

Nagpur, Several houses, vehicles and a clinic have been vandalised in violence in Nagpur following rumours that the holy book of a community was burnt during an agitation by a right-wing body for the removal of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's tomb. Nagpur violence: Locals recount attack on their houses and vehicles Prohibitory orders have been imposed in several areas of the …

Large Gatherings Banned In Nagpur As Unrest Grows Amid Aurangzeb Tomb Row
1 week ago

Large Gatherings Banned In Nagpur As Unrest Grows Amid Aurangzeb Tomb Row

ABP News  

Another clash broke out in Nagpur's Hansapuri area and several houses and vehicles were vandalised late Monday night as the unrest grew amid demands for the removal of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's tomb in this Maharashtra city. A clash broke out in the Hansapuri area near the Old Bhandara Road between 10:30 pm and 11:30 pm and an unruly mob burnt …

Cong slams BJP over Nagpur violence, calls it an ideological expose
1 week ago

Cong slams BJP over Nagpur violence, calls it an ideological expose

Deccan Chronicle  

The Congress on Monday described reports of clashes in Maharashtra's Nagpur as "deeply disturbing" and said it exposes the real face of the ideology of the ruling regime -- both at the Centre and in the state.Violence gripped areas in central Nagpur in the evening amid rumours that the holy book of the Muslim community was burnt during an agitation …

Nagpur: Curfew imposed in several areas after violence amid book burning 'rumours'
1 week ago

Nagpur: Curfew imposed in several areas after violence amid book burning 'rumours'

Hindustan Times  

After violence erupted in Maharashtra's Nagpur on Monday, authorities have reportedly issued curfew orders for several areas as the city police commissioner assured the residents that the situation was under control. According to the news agency ANI, a curfew has been imposed in the limits of several police stations in Nagpur city. Maharashtra Minority Commission chairman Pyare Khan has termed …

Nagpur violence updates: Sec 144, curfew imposed as Aurangzeb row stirs clashes; cops say situation stable
Top News
1 week ago

Nagpur violence updates: Sec 144, curfew imposed as Aurangzeb row stirs clashes; cops say situation stable

Hindustan Times  

Nagpur violence updates: Police disperse an agitating crowd as communal tension prevailed Chitnis park area following the VHP-Bajrang Dal protest, in Nagpur, Monday, March 17, 2025. Nagpur violence updates: Violence broke out in Maharashtra's Nagpur on Monday night following rumours that a holy book was burned during a protest by a right-wing group demanding the removal of Aurangzeb's tomb. Nagpur …

Fadnavis calls Nagpur violence 'well-planned attack', Opposition blames government
1 week ago

Fadnavis calls Nagpur violence 'well-planned attack', Opposition blames government

India Today  

A political slugfest erupted over the Nagpur clashes that left over 30 people injured as Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said the violence was planned, and the Opposition alleged failure on the government's part. Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde also termed the violence was a "planned conspiracy". VIDEO | On Nagpur violence: Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde says, "Such …

Nagpur violence: Devendra Fadnavis says 'Chhaava' ignited anger against Aurangzeb
1 week ago

Nagpur violence: Devendra Fadnavis says 'Chhaava' ignited anger against Aurangzeb

India Today  

"Chhaava movie ignited people's anger against Aurangzeb," said Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis while speaking about Nagpur clashes in the state Assembly. "Chhaava movie has ignited people’s anger against Aurangzeb still, everyone must keep Maharashtra peaceful," he said blaming the Vicky Kaushal-starrer biopic movie of Chhatrapati Sambhaji. Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde condemned the Nagpur violence, calling it a pre-planned …

Nagpur violence: Curfew imposed in several areas under Section 163 as Aurangzeb tomb row stirs clashes
1 week ago

Nagpur violence: Curfew imposed in several areas under Section 163 as Aurangzeb tomb row stirs clashes

India TV News  

Nagpur violence: Curfew imposed in several areas under Section 163 as Aurangzeb tomb row stirs clashes Violence erupted in central Nagpur in the Chitnis Park area in Mahal on Monday evening, with stones hurled at police amid rumours that the holy book of a community was burnt during an agitation by a right-wing body for the removal of Aurangzeb's tomb. …

Curfew imposed, several injured: How Aurangzeb tomb row led to violent clashes in Nagpur | Explained
1 week ago

Curfew imposed, several injured: How Aurangzeb tomb row led to violent clashes in Nagpur | Explained

India TV News  

Curfew imposed, several injured: How Aurangzeb tomb row led to violent clashes in Nagpur | Explained Nagpur violence: Curfew has been imposed in areas under the jurisdiction of Kotwali, Ganeshpeth, Tehsil, Lakadganj, Pachpaoli, Shanti Nagar, Sakkardara, Nandanvan, Imambada, Yashodhara Nagar and Kapil Nagar police stations, police said on Tuesday. Nagpur: Curfew imposed in several areas of Maharashtra's Nagpur city after …

Nagpur: Clashes erupt over demands to remove Aurangzeb's tomb, Islamists run riot
1 week, 1 day ago

Nagpur: Clashes erupt over demands to remove Aurangzeb's tomb, Islamists run riot

Op India  

Tensions prevailed in the city of Nagpur after violent clashes between Muslim mobs and Hindu Groups demanding the removal of Aurangzeb’s tomb in Sambhaji Nagar. As many as 15 police officials and 5 civilians were injured in the violence as unruly mobs pelted stones, vandalised public property, and torched vehicles. “I had gone to drop my wife off at the …

Nagpur Violence LIVE updates: Stones hurled, cops injured as communal tensions rise over burning Quran rumours
1 week, 1 day ago

Nagpur Violence LIVE updates: Stones hurled, cops injured as communal tensions rise over burning Quran rumours

Live Mint  

Nagpur Violence LIVE: Tension escalated in central Nagpur on Monday as stones were thrown at police officers amidst unfounded rumours that Quran had been desecrated during a protest by a right-wing group demanding the removal of Aurangzeb's tomb. In an effort to quell the unrest, police deployed tear gas shells and conducted a baton charge in the Chitnis Park and …

Nagpur violence planned: BJP after 30 injured in clashes amid Aurangzeb row
1 week, 1 day ago

Nagpur violence planned: BJP after 30 injured in clashes amid Aurangzeb row

India Today  

Nagpur witnessed violent clashes on Friday evening leaving more than 30 people injured hours after Hindu outfits held a protest demanding removal of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's tomb in Maharashtra's Sambhaji Nagar. Top Points The Maharashtra Chief Minister's Office said the police are managing the situation following stone-throwing incidents and rising tensions in Nagpur's Mahal area. Maharashtra Minister and State BJP …

Stop Holi for 2 hours, says Darbhanga mayor Anjum Ara: How political mollycoddling emboldens violence instigators who then think a procession passing is a threat to their religion
1 week, 5 days ago

Stop Holi for 2 hours, says Darbhanga mayor Anjum Ara: How political mollycoddling emboldens violence instigators who then think a procession passing is a threat to their religion

Op India  

In a Hindu-majority India, ‘secular’ politicians take delight in turning secularism and ‘bhaichara’ into a brutal whip against the Hindus to pander to Muslims. On 12th March 2025, Anjum Ara, the Mayor of Bihar’s Darbhanga issued a statement asking Hindus to take a “two-hour break” from Holi celebration to accommodate Jumma Namaz on Friday. In her statement, Darbhanga Mayor Anjum …

Sambhal violence: Uproar in UP Assembly as government, opposition take potshots at each other
3 months, 1 week ago

Sambhal violence: Uproar in UP Assembly as government, opposition take potshots at each other

New Indian Express  

LUCKNOW: The winter session of the UP legislature began on a fiery note on Monday with a belligerent opposition raising the issue of the Sambhal violence in which five people lost their lives during the survey of Shahi Jama Masjid in compliance with a local court order on November 24. The matter was raised by Samajwadi Party members who claimed …

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