Nagpur Violence: Curfew Lifted In Nandanvan, Kapil Nagar; 91 Arrested So Far
5 days, 11 hours ago

Nagpur Violence: Curfew Lifted In Nandanvan, Kapil Nagar; 91 Arrested So Far

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The Nagpur officials lifted the curfew in Nandanvan and Kapil Nagar police stations on Thursday, days after violence erupted over the demand to remove the grave of Aurangzeb, police said. Nagpur Police Commissioner Ravindra Singhal stated that after assessing the entire situation, the curfew imposed in areas under Nandanvan and Kapil Nagar police stations has been completely lifted as of 2 PM today. Additionally, Minority Democratic Party leader Faheem Shamim Khan, who is considered the main accused in the Nagpur violence case, has also been charged in a cybercrime case. As the rumors intensified, a group of around 50 to 60 people, reportedly led by Minority Democratic Party leader Fahim Khan, assembled outside the Ganeshpeth police station to submit a memorandum opposing the Vishwa Hindu Parishad's protest.

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Nagpur riots: ‘Bulldozer action’ against key accused
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1 day ago

Nagpur riots: ‘Bulldozer action’ against key accused

Hindustan Times  

NAGPUR: On Monday, bulldozers tore down the two-storey home of Fahim Khan, described by the Nagpur police as “an instigator, if not the mastermind” of the violence that consumed Central Nagpur a week ago. Nagpur riots: ‘Bulldozer action’ against key accused According to Khan’s neighbours, Khan’s family went missing on Sunday night, taking their belongings with them. Khan, Nagpur president …

Bulldozers action at Nagpur violence key accused Fahim Khan's house
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1 day, 16 hours ago

Bulldozers action at Nagpur violence key accused Fahim Khan's house

Hindustan Times  

The Municipal Corporation of Maharashtra's Nagpur on Monday took bulldozer action against one of the accused of recent violence in the city that erupted after “rumours” spread that a ‘chadar’ with religious inscriptions had been burnt during protests led by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad demanding the removal of Aurangzeb’s tomb in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. Nagpur Municipal Corporation team reached the house …

Curfew lifted in Nagpur, CM Fadnavis says situation is completely peaceful
2 days, 5 hours ago

Curfew lifted in Nagpur, CM Fadnavis says situation is completely peaceful

Op India  

After curfew restrictions were lifted across Nagpur following recent violence, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday assured that the situation in the city is completely peaceful and that there is no need for a curfew. Meanwhile, Nagpur Police conducted a flag march in the Mahal market area on Sunday as a precautionary measure to maintain peace and stability after …

6 days after violence, curfew completely lifted from Nagpur
2 days, 11 hours ago

6 days after violence, curfew completely lifted from Nagpur

Hindustan Times  

Nagpur, Curfew was lifted from the remaining four areas of Nagpur in Maharashtra on Sunday, six days after violence rocked the city, officials said. 6 days after violence, curfew completely lifted from Nagpur Following the violence on March 17, curfew was imposed in Kotwali, Ganeshpeth, Tehsil, Lakadganj, Pachpaoli, Shanti Nagar, Sakkardara, Nandanvan, Imambada, Yashodhara Nagar and Kapil Nagar police station …

MDP leader, YouTuber held for Nagpur riots; first casualty reported
2 days, 20 hours ago

MDP leader, YouTuber held for Nagpur riots; first casualty reported

Hindustan Times  

NAGPUR: The city police have arrested Mohammad Hamid Engineer, national working president of the Minorities Democratic Party, on Friday evening, for his alleged role in the recent communal violence in Nagpur. Confirming the arrest, Deputy Commissioner of Police and in-charge of Nagpur Police’s Cyber Cell, Lohit Matani, said a YouTuber, Mohammad Shahzad Khan, was also arrested and taken into custody …

Nagpur violence: CM Fadnavis says PM Modi’s visit won’t be impacted, warns attack on police personnel won’t be tolerated
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3 days, 12 hours ago

Nagpur violence: CM Fadnavis says PM Modi’s visit won’t be impacted, warns attack on police personnel won’t be tolerated

Live Mint  

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's scheduled visit to Nagpur won't be impacted due to recent violence. The Chief Minister also warned that he won't tolerate attacks on police personnel and said that strict action will be taken against the perpetrators. The Chief Minister also took a swipe at Congress party and said …

Nagpur Violence: Aditya Thackeray Blames Fadnavis Govt for Complicity | ABP NEWS
3 days, 14 hours ago

Nagpur Violence: Aditya Thackeray Blames Fadnavis Govt for Complicity | ABP NEWS

ABP News  

In the wake of the Nagpur violence, political rhetoric has intensified, with Shiv Sena leader Aditya Thackeray accusing the state government of being complicit in the unrest. He claimed that a leader from the Fadnavis government was involved in planning the violence to tarnish Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis’s image. The opposition is clearly using the Nagpur issue to criticize the …

Nagpur Violence: CM Fadnavis to Hold Crucial Meeting as Investigation Intensifies, NIA Enters Probe
3 days, 15 hours ago

Nagpur Violence: CM Fadnavis to Hold Crucial Meeting as Investigation Intensifies, NIA Enters Probe

ABP News  

In Nagpur, Maharashtra, the investigation into a recent violent incident is intensifying, with authorities uncovering a well-planned conspiracy behind the unrest. Maharashtra’s Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, whose constituency is Nagpur, visited the region after the violence to assess the situation. The violence has raised significant questions, especially after reports of an attack on the police, with many people gathering in …

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 …

Nagpur violence: Police booked mastermind Fahim Khan for sedition
4 days, 21 hours ago

Nagpur violence: Police booked mastermind Fahim Khan for sedition

India Today  

Nagpur police has filed a sedition case against Faheem Khan, a prime accused of recent violence, and five others for sedition. These videos allegedly included statements inciting attacks against the police and provocative slogans like "Sar Tan Se Juda." Matani said Khan edited a video of a protest against Aurangzeb's tomb and circulated it and he had also shared videos …

Nagpur violence: Prime accused Fahim Khan among six booked for sedition
5 days, 9 hours ago

Nagpur violence: Prime accused Fahim Khan among six booked for sedition

Hindustan Times  

The cyber police in Nagpur have booked 38-year-old Fahim Shamim Khan, the Minorities Democratic Party leader arrested for his role in the Nagpur violence, and five others on charges of sedition and spreading misinformation on social media during the unrest, officials told PTI on Thursday. These six individuals are among the 50 accused against whom the cyber police registered four …

Three days after violence, curfew lifted, relaxed in parts of Nagpur
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5 days, 10 hours ago

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

The Hindu  

Curfew was lifted or relaxed in some areas of Nagpur on Thursday, three days after violence rocked the city, officials said. Violent mobs went on a rampage in central Nagpur areas on Monday night amid rumours that a ‘chadar’ with holy inscriptions was burnt during protests led by VHP and Bajrang Dal for the removal of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's tomb …

Nagpur clashes: Accused circulated edited videos; glorified violence, says cyber cell official
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5 days, 11 hours ago

Nagpur clashes: Accused circulated edited videos; glorified violence, says cyber cell official

Live Mint  

One of the accused in the Nagpur violence case “edited and circulated videos” and “glorified violence” on social media, leading to the riots spreading in various parts of the city, Maharashtra's Police's Cyber Cell said on Thursday. He also glorified violent videos,” cyber cell's Deputy Commissioner of Police Lohit Matani told ANI. City limps back to normalcy Earlier today, Nagpur's …

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, 15 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: Police working to identify 1000 culprits, form 18 special teams to nab them
5 days, 15 hours ago

Nagpur violence: Police working to identify 1000 culprits, form 18 special teams to nab them

Hindustan Times  

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. 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. Nagpur Commissioner of Police Dr Ravinder Kumar Singal …

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 violence: Mastermind behind the violence arrested
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5 days, 21 hours ago

Nagpur violence: Mastermind behind the violence arrested

Hindustan Times  

NAGPUR: On the second day after communal clashes broke out in central Nagpur, the city police have arrested Fahim Shamim Khan, 38, a local leader belonging to the Minorities Democratic Party, after he was identified as the alleged mastermind behind the violence. Nagpur violence: Mastermind behind the violence arrested The unrest, which erupted late on Monday night, saw large-scale arson, …

Nagpur violence: Maharashtra Cyber flags provocative content, reports over 140 posts and videos
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5 days, 21 hours ago

Nagpur violence: Maharashtra Cyber flags provocative content, reports over 140 posts and videos

India TV News  

Nagpur violence: Maharashtra Cyber flags provocative content, reports over 140 posts and videos Notices have been issued under section 79 of the Information Technology Act 2000 to ensure immediate take-down of such content. Maharashtra Cyber has identified and reported more than 140 objectionable contents posted to incite communal violence. Bangladesh connection The cyber cell of Nagpur police has identified a …

Nagpur violence: Police form 18 special teams to nab culprits
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5 days, 21 hours ago

Nagpur violence: Police form 18 special teams to nab culprits

New Indian Express  

NAGPUR: 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. 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 First Information Reports were …

Nagpur violence: Police say Faheem Khan circulated edited video of protest against Aurangzeb
5 days, 21 hours ago

Nagpur violence: Police say Faheem Khan circulated edited video of protest against Aurangzeb

India TV News  

Nagpur violence: Police say Faheem Khan circulated edited video of protest against Aurangzeb Nagpur violence: Cyber DCP Lohit Matani said four FIRs have been registered and information of more than 230 profiles have been sought for blocking. On the role of accused Faheem Khan in Nagpur violence, Cyber DCP Lohit Matani on Thursday said the accused edited and circulated the …

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 …

Local politician held as mastermind of Nagpur violence, new FIR says woman officer molested
6 days, 4 hours ago

Local politician held as mastermind of Nagpur violence, new FIR says woman officer molested

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: Police have arrested local politician Fahim Khan, president of the Minorities Democratic Party, for allegedly instigating Monday’s Nagpur violence. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said that the police will dig out all the culprits of the violence even “from graves”. Khan provoked people, incited violence and played a role in spreading rumours that a holy book was desecrated during the …

Nagpur violence: ‘Attackers will be dug out from graves', says Devendra Fadnavis
6 days, 5 hours ago

Nagpur violence: ‘Attackers will be dug out from graves', says Devendra Fadnavis

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday said that the attackers of Nagpur violence will be “dug out from their graves”. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis, who hails from Nagpur, said the situation in the city is calm now Fadnavis was speaking in the Maharashtra legislative assembly following the outrage over the rioters allegedly touching a woman constable inappropriately and trying …

Nagpur police arrest alleged mastermind behind Monday’s violence
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6 days, 9 hours ago

Nagpur police arrest alleged mastermind behind Monday’s violence

Hindustan Times  

NAGPUR: The Nagpur police on Wednesday arrested Fahim Shamim Khan, a local leader of the Minorities Democratic Party, said to be mastermind behind the violence that erupted in central Nagpur late Monday night, officials said. A senior police officer said that preliminary investigations and video evidence suggest that the speech of Khan, who contested the 2024 Lok Sabha elections against …

Local politician Faheem Khan, accused of orchestrating the Nagpur violence, arrested; FIR filed against 51 accused
6 days, 11 hours ago

Local politician Faheem Khan, accused of orchestrating the Nagpur violence, arrested; FIR filed against 51 accused

Op India  

Nagpur Police on Wednesday arrested Faheem Khan, city president of the Minority Democratic Party in connection with Nagpur violence. #BREAKING An FIR has been filed against 51 accused, including Minority Democratic Party city president Fahim Khan, for allegedly instigating violence in Ganesh Peth, Nagpur. The FIR includes charges of conspiracy to rape, molestation, and misconduct.… pic.twitter.com/Zz6DFApDhg — IANS March 19, …

Nagpur violence: Group of rioters molested woman constable, tried to disrobe her
6 days, 12 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, 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 …

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 …

Nagpur violence: Group of rioters molested woman constable, tried to disrobe her
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6 days, 13 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 Mastermind Arrested, Once Contested Against Gadkari In Maharashtra
6 days, 13 hours ago

Nagpur Violence Mastermind Arrested, Once Contested Against Gadkari In Maharashtra

ABP News  

The Nagpur Police on Wednesday identified the alleged mastermind behind the communal clashes which broke out in Nagpur on March 17, injuring several people, including cops. Fahim Khan — Nagpur Violence 'Mastermind' Who Contested LS Polls Against Gadkari Fahim Khan is the city president of the Minority Democratic Party. According to preliminary probe, Khan allegedly delivered a provocative speech shortly …

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 …

Pappu Yadav calls for ban on Bajrang Dal, VHP ‘hooligans’ over Nagpur violence
6 days, 13 hours ago

Pappu Yadav calls for ban on Bajrang Dal, VHP ‘hooligans’ over Nagpur violence

Hindustan Times  

Lok Sabha MP Pappu Yadav called for the banning of Bajrang Dal and Vishva Hindu Parishad, labelling their members as "hooligans" in the wake of recent violence in Nagpur. Lok Sabha MP Pappu Yadav has called for the Bajrang Dal and Vishwa Hindu Parishad to be banned amid the ongoing violence in Nagpur Yadav claimed that these groups, which he …

Nagpur violence shocker: FIR claims accused molested woman police officer, made obscene gestures
6 days, 14 hours ago

Nagpur violence shocker: FIR claims accused molested woman police officer, made obscene gestures

Hindustan Times  

An on-duty female police officer was allegedly molested by a man during Maharashtra’s Nagpur violence, a First Information Report registered in this regard stated on Wednesday. The Nagpur violence accused, the FIR said, also made obscene gestures and misbehaved with some other women, including police personnel, during the incident, which reportedly began around 4pm on March 17 and continued until …

Nagpur violence: Police say situation under control, curfew continues in sensitive parts of city
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6 days, 15 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 …

Female Cop Touched Inappropriately By Accused During Nagpur Violence, FIR Reveals
6 days, 15 hours ago

Female Cop Touched Inappropriately By Accused During Nagpur Violence, FIR Reveals

ABP News  

A First Information Report filed at Ganeshpeth Police Station in connection with the violence in Nagpur has revealed that one of the accused allegedly inappropriately touched the uniform and body of an on-duty woman police official during the incident. The accused also made obscene gestures and misbehaved with other female police personnel of the RCP squad during the clashes, news …

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 …

Nagpur Violence: ATS Investigation Ongoing into Nagpur Riots | ABP News
6 days, 16 hours ago

Nagpur Violence: ATS Investigation Ongoing into Nagpur Riots | 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 …

Nagpur Violence: Curfew Continues Across 10 Areas; FIR Against VHP, Bajrang Dal Functionaries — Updates
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6 days, 18 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 …

65 rioters arrested, curfew imposed in Nagpur
6 days, 20 hours ago

65 rioters arrested, curfew imposed in Nagpur

Hindustan Times  

NAGPUR: India’s Orange City, not known for communal strife in contemporary history, sustained its visibility on the national stage with arrests of around 65 rioters and imposition of curfew in areas under 11 police stations, a day after violent clashes took place in the city’s old quarters. Nagpur: People stand near charred remains of a car at Chitnis Park area …

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 …

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. …

‘Remove Aurangzeb’s Grave, But Call Chandrababu Naidu, Nitish Kumar Too’: Uddhav Thackeray’s Dig At BJP
1 week ago

‘Remove Aurangzeb’s Grave, But Call Chandrababu Naidu, Nitish Kumar Too’: Uddhav Thackeray’s Dig At BJP

ABP News  

Amid arson and vandalism in Maharashtra’s Nagpur over demands to raze Mughal emperor Aurangzeb’s grave, former chief minister Uddhav Thackeray on Tuesday questioned the need for such a confrontation, highlighting that the controversial ruler had died over 300 years ago. The issue is over.” VIDEO | On Nagpur violence, Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray says, "The BJP is shameless about …

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, …

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 …

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