Brij Bhushan Singh's Lok Sabha poll ticket to be cancelled? Ex-WFI chief's reply
1 year, 2 months ago

Brij Bhushan Singh's Lok Sabha poll ticket to be cancelled? Ex-WFI chief's reply

Hindustan Times  

Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, an accused of sexually abusing several women wrestlers during his tenure as the president of the Wrestling Federation of India, has exuded confidence about his political career when questioned about its future. BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh at the Parliament during the Special Session, in New Delhi on Wednesday. Delhi Women's Commission chief Swati Maliwal also shared the video, alleging that “a larger support” behind Singh for him to be able to show “so much arrogance of power". 'Brij Bhushan missed no opportunity to harass women wrestlers' On Saturday, the Delhi Police told the district Rouse Avenue Court that Brij Bhushan “missed no opportunity to harass women wrestlers.” He held the WFI chief post from 2012-2023.

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Sakshi Malik Claims Babita Phogat Encouraged WFI Protests, But It's Not All About Her
2 months ago

Sakshi Malik Claims Babita Phogat Encouraged WFI Protests, But It's Not All About Her

Hindustan Times  

Sakshi Malik claims that Babita Phogat of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was the one who motivated wrestlers to start the protest against Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. She said Phogat approached wrestlers with the idea of protesting against Singh because she had her own agenda, which was to become the WFI president.

High Court Issues Notice on Plea for Early Hearing in Sexual Harassment Case Against Brij Bhushan Singh
2 months ago

High Court Issues Notice on Plea for Early Hearing in Sexual Harassment Case Against Brij Bhushan Singh

Live Law  

The Delhi High Court has issued notice on an application filed by BJP leader Brij Bhushan Singh seeking early hearing in his petition for quashing of the FIR, chargesheet as well as framing of charges against him in the sexual harassment case filed by women wrestlers. Singh has challenged the FIR, chargesheet as well as all the trial court proceedings …

Wrestlers sexual harassment case: Delhi Court adjourns statement recording against Brij Bhushan Singh
3 months, 1 week ago

Wrestlers sexual harassment case: Delhi Court adjourns statement recording against Brij Bhushan Singh

India TV News  

The Rouse Avenue Court in Delhi has adjourned the recording of the victim's statement in the high-profile sexual harassment case against former Wrestling Federation of India president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh until September 13. Several women wrestlers have come forward with serious accusations, leading to a formal legal challenge against the former WFI president. The case originated from a complaint …

Keep quiet, BJP tells Brij Bhushan as poll temperature peaks
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Keep quiet, BJP tells Brij Bhushan as poll temperature peaks

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Amid heat and dust over Haryana Assembly polls, the BJP has reportedly advised Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, former president of the Wrestling Federation of India, to refrain from making frequent statements about wrestlers that could escalate tensions ahead of the polls. Singh, who has faced accusations of sexual harassment from prominent athletes like Vinesh Phogat and Sakshi Malik, …

Delhi HC admonishes Brij Bhushan Singh over plea: 'Nothing but an oblique way'
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Delhi HC admonishes Brij Bhushan Singh over plea: 'Nothing but an oblique way'

Hindustan Times  

The Delhi high court on Thursday admonished former Wrestling Federation of India president and Bharatiya Janata Party leader, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, for filing a plea to quash the trial court's proceedings in a sexual harassment case after the charges were framed. Former Wrestling Federation of India chief and BJP leader Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh arrives to appear before the …

No immediate relief from HC for BJP leader and ex-WFI chief Brij Bhushan
3 months, 3 weeks ago

No immediate relief from HC for BJP leader and ex-WFI chief Brij Bhushan

New Indian Express  

The Delhi High Court on Thursday refused to provide immediate relief for BJP leader and ex-WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in a petition filed by him challenging the FIR, chargesheet as well as all the trial court proceedings in a case related to sexual harassment of several female wrestlers. Singh, who faces charges of sexual misconduct and criminal intimidation, …

BJP MP Brij Bhushan moves Delhi HC against trial in local court
3 months, 3 weeks ago

BJP MP Brij Bhushan moves Delhi HC against trial in local court

The Hindu  

Bharatiya Janata Party leader Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh has moved the Delhi High Court challenging the ongoing trial before a local court in relation to the sexual harassment allegations against him levelled by women wrestlers. Mr. Singh has sought the quashing of legal proceedings, including the FIR and the trial court order that framed charges against him. A Delhi court …

Delhi Police deny withdrawing security of women wrestlers who accused Brij Bhushan of sexual harassment
4 months ago

Delhi Police deny withdrawing security of women wrestlers who accused Brij Bhushan of sexual harassment

The Hindu  

The Delhi Police on Friday informed the court hearing the sexual harassment case filed by women wrestlers against former Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, that the security provided to the complainants had not been withdrawn, and there was some “miscommunication”. Additional Public Prosecutor Atul Kumar Srivastava, appearing for Delhi Police, informed the court of Additional Chief …

Security of complainants in case against Brij Bhushan removed? ‘A misunderstanding’, says Delhi Police
4 months ago

Security of complainants in case against Brij Bhushan removed? ‘A misunderstanding’, says Delhi Police

Hindustan Times  

Wrestlers Vinesh Phogat and Sakshi Malik, in identical posts on social media platform X claimed on Thursday that Delhi Police have removed security cover of three female wrestlers, complainants in the sexual harassment case against ex-Wrestling Federation of India president, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. Ex-WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh The trio of Phogat, Malik, and fellow grappler Bajrang Punia, …

Former WFI Chief Brij Bhushan Singh Pleads Not Guilty to Sexual Harassment Charges in Delhi Court
7 months ago

Former WFI Chief Brij Bhushan Singh Pleads Not Guilty to Sexual Harassment Charges in Delhi Court

News 18  

India’s scandal-hit ex-wrestling federation chief pleaded not guilty to sexual harassment of female athletes as his trial opened Tuesday. A Delhi court on Tuesday framed charges of sexual harassment, intimidation and outraging the modesty of women against ex-Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in a criminal case filed by female wrestlers. Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, a lawmaker …

'Big victory for women wrestlers': Sakshi, Bajrang welcome Delhi court's decision to frame charges against Brij Bhushan
7 months, 1 week ago

'Big victory for women wrestlers': Sakshi, Bajrang welcome Delhi court's decision to frame charges against Brij Bhushan

Firstpost  

Delhi’s Rouse Avenue Court on Friday ordered the framing of sexual harassment and other charges against ex-WFI president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in the sexual harassment case against him. Olympic medallists Bajrang Punia and Sakshi Malik had been key members of the wrestlers' protest against former WFI president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, who had been accused of sexually harassing several …

Sakshi Malik, Bajrang Punia hail framing of charges against Brij Bhushan; ex-WFI chief says ‘doors have opened…’
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Sakshi Malik, Bajrang Punia hail framing of charges against Brij Bhushan; ex-WFI chief says ‘doors have opened…’

Live Mint  

A Delhi court ordered the framing of sexual harassment charges against former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh on Friday — drawing cheers from star grapplers Sakshi Malik and Bajrang Punia. Delhi Police had filed a charge sheet against Singh and former WFI assistant secretary Vinod Tomar in the case in June last year. I welcome the decision of the …

Delhi Court Orders Framing of Charges Against Former WFI Chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Delhi Court Orders Framing of Charges Against Former WFI Chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh

News 18  

A Delhi court on Friday ordered the framing of charges of sexual harassment, using force to outrage women’s modesty, and criminal intimidation against BJP MP and former Wrestling Federation of India chief, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in the case of female wrestlers’ harassment. Recently, the court dismissed an application by Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh seeking further examination of evidence concerning …

Delhi Court Orders Framing Of Charges Against Brij Bhushan In Sexual Harassment Case
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Delhi Court Orders Framing Of Charges Against Brij Bhushan In Sexual Harassment Case

News 18  

A Delhi court has ordered the framing of charges against former Wrestling Federation of India chief and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh the sexual harassment case lodged against them by six women wrestlers against him. Protesting Wrestlers Welcomes Court’s Verdict Star grapplers Sakshi Malik and Bajrang Punia on Friday welcomed the Delhi court’s decision to frame sexual harassment charges …

Delhi Court Frames Sexual Harassment Charges Against BJP MP Brij Bhushan Saran Singh
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Delhi Court Frames Sexual Harassment Charges Against BJP MP Brij Bhushan Saran Singh

Live Law  

A Delhi Court on Friday framed sexual harassment charges against BJP MP and former WFI Chief Brij Bhushan Singh with respect to five women wrestlers.“This court has found sufficient material on record to frame charges against accused no. 1 Brij Bhushan Saran Singh for the offences under Section 354 and 354A of the Indian Penal Code. A Delhi Court on …

Ex-WFI chief Brij Bhushan to be charged with sexual harassment, criminal intimidation, orders Delhi court
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Ex-WFI chief Brij Bhushan to be charged with sexual harassment, criminal intimidation, orders Delhi court

Hindustan Times  

The former president of the Wrestling Federation of India Brij Bhushan Singh will be charged with sexual harassment as a Delhi court on Friday ordered framing charges against him in the sexual harassment case by female wrestlers. Ex-WFI chief Brij Bhushan charged with sexual harassment This winds up a long case which saw the wrestlers taking to the street against …

700 SUVs & 10,000 Supporters: Brij Bhushan's Show of Strength In Kaiserganj As Son Karan Gets LS Ticket
7 months, 2 weeks ago

700 SUVs & 10,000 Supporters: Brij Bhushan's Show of Strength In Kaiserganj As Son Karan Gets LS Ticket

News 18  

Away from accusations of sexual harassment, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh organised a Dabdaba Pradarshan event in Uttar Pradesh’s Kaiserganj ahead of his son’s nomination for the Lok Sabha polls on behalf of the Bharatiya Janata Party. The BJP’s rivals had been attacking the party, arguing that while it says “Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao”, it then gives election tickets to people …

Ticket to Brij Bhushan’s son may put BJP in tight spot in Haryana
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Ticket to Brij Bhushan’s son may put BJP in tight spot in Haryana

Hindustan Times  

The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party seems to have provided ammunition to the Opposition in Haryana by fielding Karan Bhushan Singh, son of controversial former Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Singh, from Uttar Pradesh’s Kaiserganj Lok Sabha seat. Olympic medal-winning grapplers Sakshi Malik and Bajrang Punia along with many others had staged a sit-in at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar last …

‘Congress Leader Approached Me To Fight On Hand Symbol’: Brij Bhushan's Big Claim
7 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Congress Leader Approached Me To Fight On Hand Symbol’: Brij Bhushan's Big Claim

News 18  

Former Wrestling Federation of India chief and BJP MP from Uttar Pradesh’s Kaiserganj, Brij Bhushan Singh on Friday claimed he was approached by the Congress party to fight the Lok Sabha polls. Brij Bhushan Singh’s revelation comes the same day his son, Karan Bhushan Singh filed nomination from the Kaiserganj seat, earlier in the day. The BJP on Thursday announced …

'Daughters Of Country Lost': Sakshee Malikkh Expresses Anguish At Brij Bhushan's Son Getting BJP Ticket For LS Polls
7 months, 3 weeks ago

'Daughters Of Country Lost': Sakshee Malikkh Expresses Anguish At Brij Bhushan's Son Getting BJP Ticket For LS Polls

News 18  

Sakshee Malikkh on Thursday lashed out at BJP for choosing former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Shahran Singh’s son, Karan, as its candidate for the Lok Sabha polls from the Kaiserganj seat in Uttar Pradesh, saying the decision has defeated the country’s daughters. Top wresters, including Sakshee, Bajrang Punia and Vinesh Phogat, had accused Brij Bhushan of sexually harassing women wrestlers …

‘Daughters have lost’: Wrestler Sakshi Malik on Brij Bhushan’s son's candidature
7 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Daughters have lost’: Wrestler Sakshi Malik on Brij Bhushan’s son's candidature

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: The Bharatiya Janata Party’s decision to name Karan Bhushan Singh as the candidate from the Kaiserganj constituency in Uttar Pradesh, replacing his father and six-time MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, has drawn sharp criticism from wrestlers who hit the streets against former Wrestling federation of India chief last year over the alleged sexual harassment of female wrestlers. “India’s …

BJP drops Brij Bhushan, but gives ticket to his son
7 months, 3 weeks ago

BJP drops Brij Bhushan, but gives ticket to his son

Hindustan Times  

Lucknow The Bharatiya Janata Party on Thursday dropped former wrestling federation chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh but named his son Karan Bhushan Singh as the candidate from the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha constituency, sparking celebrations at the home of the controversial but heavyweight politician and condemnation from opposition parties and top athletes who accused him of sexual harassment. The party also …

BJP replaces Brij Bhushan with his son as its candidate from Kaiserganj LS seat
7 months, 3 weeks ago

BJP replaces Brij Bhushan with his son as its candidate from Kaiserganj LS seat

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi : The BJP on Thursday replaced its controversial Kaiserganj MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, accused of sexually harassing women wrestlers as then head of the Wrestling Federation of India, with his son Karan Bhushan Singh. The party named Uttar Pradesh minister Dinesh Pratap Singh for Rae Bareli, the Gandhi family bastion. According to sources, Brij Bhushan Singh was …

Lok Sabha Polls: BJP Gives Brij Bhushan's Kaiserganj Seat To His Son; Picks Dinesh Pratap Singh For Rae Bareli
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Lok Sabha Polls: BJP Gives Brij Bhushan's Kaiserganj Seat To His Son; Picks Dinesh Pratap Singh For Rae Bareli

News 18  

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Thursday announced the candidature of Dinesh Pratap Singh from Uttar Pradesh’s Rae Bareli and fielded Karan Bhushan Singh from his father’s — Brij Bhushan Singh — turf of Kaiserganj for the Lok Sabha elections. DINESH PRATAP SINGH Dinesh Pratap Singh had earlier fought the 2019 general elections from Rae Bareli constituency, where he was defeated …

Lok Sabha polls: BJP drops Brij Bhushan Singh from UP's Kaiserganj, gives ticket to his son
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Lok Sabha polls: BJP drops Brij Bhushan Singh from UP's Kaiserganj, gives ticket to his son

Hindustan Times  

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Thursday dropped sitting Kaiserganj MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, who has been accused of sexual harassment by women wrestlers and gave a ticket to his son, Karan Bhushan Singh. Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, Ex-WFI chief leaves the Rouse Avenue Court after appearing in an alleged sexual harassment case at DDU Marg in New Delhi on …

BJP may drop tainted Brij Bhushan in Kaiserganj, field his son: Sources
7 months, 3 weeks ago

BJP may drop tainted Brij Bhushan in Kaiserganj, field his son: Sources

India Today  

The BJP is likely to drop its Kaiserganj sitting MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, who has been accused of sexual harassment by women wrestlers, and field his son from the seat, sources told India Today TV. The sources said the BJP leadership had a phone conversation with Brij Bhushan over the Kaiserganj seat and his son, Karan Bhushan Singh, may …

Delhi court rejects Brij Bhushan’s plea seeking further probe into sexual harassment case
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Delhi court rejects Brij Bhushan’s plea seeking further probe into sexual harassment case

The Hindu  

A Delhi court on Friday rejected the application filed by Bharatiya Janata Party MP former Wrestling Federation of India president Brij Bhushan Singh seeking further probe into a sexual harassment case filed against him by women wrestlers. Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Priyanka Rajpoot of the Rouse Avenue Court also fixed May 7 as the date to pronounce the order on …

Wrestlers vs Brij Bhushan: Delhi court dismisses BJP MP's plea seeking further probe
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Wrestlers vs Brij Bhushan: Delhi court dismisses BJP MP's plea seeking further probe

India Today  

While dismissing former Wrestling Federation of India chief and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh’s plea seeking further investigation of some aspects, a Delhi court on Friday decided to deliver on May 7 its order on framing of charges against Bhushan in the sexual harassment case lodged by six female wrestlers. Singh's plea was opposed by the Delhi Police, which …

Delhi court rejects Brij Bhushan Singh's plea seeking further probe into sexual harassment case
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Delhi court rejects Brij Bhushan Singh's plea seeking further probe into sexual harassment case

India TV News  

In a significant development, a Delhi court on Friday dismissed BJP MP and former Wrestling Federation of India president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh’s plea seeking further investigation in the sexual harassment case. Rejecting the plea, Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Priyanka Rajpoot scheduled May 7 for a decision on whether to formally charge Singh in the case. Chargesheet against Singh Delhi …

Brij Bhushan seeks further probe on wrestlers' allegations, court defers order
8 months ago

Brij Bhushan seeks further probe on wrestlers' allegations, court defers order

India Today  

A Delhi court on Thursday deferred its order on framing of charges against former Wrestling Federation of India chief and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. Advocate Rajiv Mohan for Brij Bhushan also claimed the Delhi Police had not placed the CDR on record. The Delhi Police had filed its charge sheet against Brij Bhushan on June 15 last year …

Sakshi, Bajrang threaten to recommence protest
10 months, 1 week ago

Sakshi, Bajrang threaten to recommence protest

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: A day after the United World Wrestling lifted the suspension on the Wrestling Federation of India, Sakshi Malik and Bajrang Punia accused the WFI chief Sanjay Kumar Singh of conniving with the world body to get a decision in his favour. Brij Bhushan and Sanjay Singh have left no stone unturned to show that they are above the law,” …

Arguments in Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh sexual harassment case starts afresh due to transfer of judge
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Arguments in Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh sexual harassment case starts afresh due to transfer of judge

Op India  

Delhi Police on Thursday began its arguments afresh on the framing of charges against former WFI Chief and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in the sexual harassment case. Another incident was in New Delhi when the complainant went to meet the former WFI Chief, Brij Bhushan, at its office, the APP submitted. On November 28, complainant female wrestlers filed …

Vinesh Phogat Writes to PM, Says She's Returning Her Arjuna & Khel Ratna Awards
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Vinesh Phogat Writes to PM, Says She's Returning Her Arjuna & Khel Ratna Awards

The Quint  

The wrestlers are blaming the government for not preventing a close aide of Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh from being elected as the president of the Wrestling Federation of India. In her letter, Vinesh said the Modi government had announced Sakshi Malik as the brand ambassador of the Save Girl Child campaign after she won the bronze medal in the 2016 …

We Will Explain Our Position to Government, Will Seek Revocation of Suspension: WFI Boss Sanjay Singh
11 months, 4 weeks ago

We Will Explain Our Position to Government, Will Seek Revocation of Suspension: WFI Boss Sanjay Singh

News 18  

The Wrestling Federation of India will seek revocation of its suspension by explaining to the government that it has not flouted any rules while taking decisions and if the issue is not resolved, it may explore legal options, its President Sanjay Singh told PTI. If the issue is not resolved through dialogue, we could explore legal options,” Sanjay Singh told …

I will be away from politics of wrestling, says ex-WFI chief Brij Bhushan
1 year ago

I will be away from politics of wrestling, says ex-WFI chief Brij Bhushan

The Hindu  

Former Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh on Sunday said he is “done” with the sport and the newly-elected body will now take care of it as he has many more responsibilities to look into, including next year’s Lok Sabha elections. Brij Bhushan’s comments came soon after the Sports Ministry suspended the WFI till further orders after …

Former WFI chief Brij Bhushan meets BJP chief Nadda, says ‘done with wrestling’
1 year ago

Former WFI chief Brij Bhushan meets BJP chief Nadda, says ‘done with wrestling’

The Hindu  

BJP chief J P Nadda on Sunday summoned party MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh for a meeting in a bid to defuse the crisis that erupted as some leading wrestlers restarted their protest after people close to Singh took control of the Wrestling Federation of India. Wrestlers like Olympic medallists Bajrang Punia and Sakshi Malik and World Championship medallist Vinesh …

'Retired' Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, Sakshee Malikkh should allow WFI to run peacefully: Sanjay Singh
1 year ago

'Retired' Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, Sakshee Malikkh should allow WFI to run peacefully: Sanjay Singh

India Today  

Newly-elected Wrestling Federation of India president Sanjay Singh said the focus should be on allowing the WFI to run "peacefully" so that young wrestlers in the country do not lose out on competitions and support. Sanjay, who was alleged to be a close aide of ex-president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, responded to the Sports Ministry's decision to suspend the newly-elected …

New WFI president Sanjay Singh says being close to Brij Bhushan does not make him a “dummy candidate”
1 year ago

New WFI president Sanjay Singh says being close to Brij Bhushan does not make him a “dummy candidate”

The Hindu  

Newly appointed Wrestling Federation of India president Sanjay Singh on Saturday lashed out at the protesting grapplers for “engaging in politics” and asserted that he is not a dummy candidate of Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. Sanjay Singh, who was elected as the president of the WFI on Thursday, is known to be a close confidante of Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, …

‘BJP’s apathy, blatant disregard’: DK Shivakumar on Sakshi Malik retirement
1 year ago

‘BJP’s apathy, blatant disregard’: DK Shivakumar on Sakshi Malik retirement

Hindustan Times  

Professional wrestler Sakshi Malik's retirement announcement and Bajranj Punia's decision to return his Padma Shri award has prompted reactions from several quarters across the country, including Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, who on Friday condemned the Bharatiya Janata Party for their alleged “apathy”. READ | Women wrestlers’ voice ignored by government, says Sakshi Malik’s mother “First, the moving announcement …

OPINION | ONE DAY BRIJ BHUSHAN WILL GET THE PUNISHMENT HE DESERVES
1 year ago

OPINION | ONE DAY BRIJ BHUSHAN WILL GET THE PUNISHMENT HE DESERVES

India TV News  

A shocked nation watched on Thursday as two top Indian female wrestlers wept in front of the media and one of them, Sakshi Malik, Olympic bronze medalist, put her athletic shoes on the table to announce that she was quitting sports. As India’s medal-winning daughters wept in public, the main accused in the sexual harassment scandal, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, …

Brij Bhushan panel wins polls in blow to wrestlers
1 year ago

Brij Bhushan panel wins polls in blow to wrestlers

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi A key aide of former Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh was crowned the new president of the body on Thursday after winning the election in a landslide victory, highlighting that sexual harassment charges levelled by some of India’s top athletes against him had barely loosened Brij Bhushan’s grip over the sport. BJP MP Brij …

Harassment allegations motivated: Former WFI chief to Delhi court
1 year, 2 months ago

Harassment allegations motivated: Former WFI chief to Delhi court

Hindustan Times  

Former Wrestling Federation of India chief and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh on Saturday refuted sexual harassment allegations levelled against him, saying that they are “cosmetic” and “motivated”. Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh says the charges are “cosmetic” Read here: Brij Bhushan Singh's Lok Sabha poll ticket to be cancelled? Ex-WFI chief's reply Singh made the submission before a the …

Brij Bhushan Harassed Wrestlers 'At Every Opportunity', Sufficient Evidence to Frame Charges: Cops to Court
1 year, 3 months ago

Brij Bhushan Harassed Wrestlers 'At Every Opportunity', Sufficient Evidence to Frame Charges: Cops to Court

News 18  

Former Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh harassed women wrestlers at every opportunity, Delhi Police told the Rouse Avenue Court on Saturday. Delhi Police, represented by an additional public prosecutor, Atul Srivastava said that there is sufficient evidence against Bhushan to frame charges in the sexual harassment case. Delhi’s Rouse Avenue Court was hearing arguments in an …

Explained: Why top Indian wrestlers are against Sanjay Singh's candidature for WFI president post?
1 year, 4 months ago

Explained: Why top Indian wrestlers are against Sanjay Singh's candidature for WFI president post?

Firstpost  

Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik and Bajrang Punia are reportedly making efforts to stop Sanjay Singh from becoming the next WFI president and have also met Sports Minister Anurag Thakur in this regards. India’s top wrestlers Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik and Bajrang Punia are reportedly making efforts to stop UP Association vice president Sanjay Singh from becoming the next president of …

Bajrang Punia, Vinesh making efforts to ensure Brij Bhushan's close aide doesn't become WFI president: Report
1 year, 4 months ago

Bajrang Punia, Vinesh making efforts to ensure Brij Bhushan's close aide doesn't become WFI president: Report

India TV News  

India's ace wrestlers Bajrang Punia and Vinesh Phogat are going all out to ensure that the outgoing WFI president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh's close aide Sanjay Singh doesn't become the next chief in the elections to be held on Saturday, August 12. Bajrang and Vinesh, who were at the forefront of the 38-day wrestlers' protest at Jantar Mantar against Brij …

Who is Anita Sheoran, witness in Brij Bhushan sexual harassment case, vying for WFI chief's post?
1 year, 4 months ago

Who is Anita Sheoran, witness in Brij Bhushan sexual harassment case, vying for WFI chief's post?

Live Mint  

Should she succeed, Anita Sheoran would become the first woman to lead an ancient Indian sport with origins in all-male akhadas. Anita Sheoran, a witness in the alleged harassment case against Brij Bhushan, is among four candidates vying for the Wrestling Federation of India presidency. {{^adFree}} {{/adFree}} Brij Bhushan, the former WFI chief, faces serious allegations of sexual harassment made …

Brij Bhushan says ‘his candidates’ for various WFI posts to be known on July 31
1 year, 4 months ago

Brij Bhushan says ‘his candidates’ for various WFI posts to be known on July 31

The Hindu  

Outgoing Wrestling Federation of India president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh claimed that 22 out of 25 state units attended a meeting hosted by him in New Delhi on July 30, adding that "his candidates" for various posts for the federation elections on August 12 will be announced on July 31. Mr. Brij Bhushan, against whom the country's six top wrestlers …

Brij Bhushan to convene meeting on July 30 ahead of WFI election nomination closing date
1 year, 4 months ago

Brij Bhushan to convene meeting on July 30 ahead of WFI election nomination closing date

The Hindu  

Outgoing Wrestling Federation of India president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh has convened a meeting on Sunday to nominate his panel, which will contest the upcoming WFI elections to elect the new office-bearers. Outgoing WFI assistant secretary Vinod Tomar confirmed that a meeting had been scheduled by Brij Bhushan on July 30, though he did not specify the venue. Punjab Wrestling …

Allegations serious, but no point taking Brij Bhushan in custody: Delhi court
1 year, 5 months ago

Allegations serious, but no point taking Brij Bhushan in custody: Delhi court

India Today  

Allegations of sexual harassment against outgoing WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh were "serious" but no purpose will be served by taking him in custody at this stage, a Delhi court order released on Friday said. “At no stage, the Investigating Agency, speaking through the Additional Public Prosecutor, has expressed its apprehension that the accused persons are abusing their positions …

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