Prophet Remarks Row: Avoid Protest after Friday Prayers, Urge AIMIM, Muslim Organisations
2 years, 9 months ago

Prophet Remarks Row: Avoid Protest after Friday Prayers, Urge AIMIM, Muslim Organisations

News 18  

In the backdrop of the Uttar Pradesh Police’s action against those involved in violence and arson following a stir last Friday, Muslim organisations and NGOs have urged community members to avoid similar protests and demonstrations over the derogatory remarks against Prophet Mohammad. The All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen’s Uttar Pradesh unit has also asked its party workers to not participate in protests and demonstrations near mosques after Friday prayers across the state. AIMIM state president Shaukat Ali told News18.com that the AIMIM does not promote or support unconstitutional activities hate speeches, dharnas, demonstrations and violent activities. Ali said the party unit had issued an advisory through the official WhatsApp Group and asked its workers to maintain distance from unconstitutional activities, dharnas, demonstrations and violent activities after the Friday prayers.

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BJP supporters hold protest against Shivakumar’s statements in Mysuru
5 days, 20 hours ago

BJP supporters hold protest against Shivakumar’s statements in Mysuru

The Hindu  

BJP supporters and activists, led by local leaders, staged a demonstration in the city on Tuesday in protest against the statement of Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Though Mr. Shivakumar has clarified that he has been misquoted, the BJP activists expressed their ire and described his clarification as an exercise in damage control. “Even in the honeytrap issue, it is the …

Cleric panel endorses AIMPLB’s call for protest against Waqf Bill on March 13
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Cleric panel endorses AIMPLB’s call for protest against Waqf Bill on March 13

The Hindu  

The United Muslim Forum threw its support behind the All India Muslim Personal Law Board’s call for a nationwide protest against the Waqf Amendment Bill, 2024, even as they expressed serious concerns over its potential impact on Muslim religious endowments. The UMF also showed its apprehension at what it described as rising communal hostility and increasing attacks on Muslim places …

Bangladesh: Hizb-ut-Tahrir’s ‘March for Khilafat’ turns violent as police disperse protesters with tear gas
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Bangladesh: Hizb-ut-Tahrir’s ‘March for Khilafat’ turns violent as police disperse protesters with tear gas

Firstpost  

Hundreds of activists of the banned militant group Hizb-ut-Tahrir chanting “Khilafat, Khilafat” gathered for the ‘March for Khilafat’ procession at the Baitul Mukarram Mosque after Friday prayers, defying police barricades. Police in Bangladesh used tear gas and sound grenades on Friday to break up a protest by hundreds of members of the banned extremist group Hizb-ut-Tahrir, who were demanding the …

Supporters of Bangladesh Nationalist Party hold protest march as tensions continue with India
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Supporters of Bangladesh Nationalist Party hold protest march as tensions continue with India

Associated Press  

DHAKA, Bangladesh — Thousands of members of youth and student bodies belonging to the Bangladesh Nationalist Party on Wednesday held a road march procession from Bangladesh’s capital toward its eastern border with India to protest against an attack on a diplomatic mission earlier this month and alleged desecration of Bangladeshi flags in India. Wednesday’s protest came two days after the …

Supporters of Bangladesh Nationalist Party hold protest march as tensions continue with India
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Supporters of Bangladesh Nationalist Party hold protest march as tensions continue with India

The Independent  

Get Nadine White's Race Report newsletter for a fresh perspective on the week's news Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Thousands of members of youth and student bodies …

Protest in Lko against atrocities on Hindus in Bangladesh
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Protest in Lko against atrocities on Hindus in Bangladesh

Hindustan Times  

Thousands of youths, including men and women, took part in a large-scale protest in the state capital on Tuesday, condemning the atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh. The rally, organised by the Bangladesh Hindu Raksha Sangharsh Samiti, saw participants carrying saffron flags, posters, and banners as they marched from Lucknow University to the General Post Office. However, the demonstration caused severe …

Hindu monks in Bengal threaten more protests and boycott over attacks in Bangladesh
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Hindu monks in Bengal threaten more protests and boycott over attacks in Bangladesh

The Hindu  

For the second time in the past seven days, Hindu monks from West Bengal on Wednesday submitted a memorandum at the Bangladesh Deputy High Commission in Kolkata demanding measures to stop alleged atrocities on Hindus in the neighbouring country. The five-member delegation of monks was led by Kartik Maharaj of Bharat Sevashram Sangha who warned of more protests and boycott …

‘Protestors ignored repeated appeals to disperse in Sambhal violence’
4 months ago

‘Protestors ignored repeated appeals to disperse in Sambhal violence’

Hindustan Times  

Amid violent clashes on Sunday during the survey of the Shahi Mosque in Sambhal, advocate Zafar Ali, sadar of the mosque committee, repeatedly urged the crowd to disperse and return home, warning them of the imposition of a shoot-at-sight order. Advocate Zafar Ali, sadar of the mosque committee expressed deep sorrow over the deaths of three young men during the …

Bangladesh: Hindus Stage Massive Protests In Dhaka, Chattagram Demanding Protection Amid Violence
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Bangladesh: Hindus Stage Massive Protests In Dhaka, Chattagram Demanding Protection Amid Violence

ABP News  

Thousands of members of the minority Hindu community staged large-scale protest rallies in Bangladesh's capital, Dhaka, and the north-eastern port city of Chattagram on Saturday. সংখ্যালঘু সম্প্রদায়ের ওপর হামলার প্রতিবাদে শাহবাগে বিক্ষোভ স্টার নিউজবাইটস দেশের বিভিন্ন জেলায় সংখ্যালঘু সম্প্রদায়ের ওপর হামলা, বসতভিটা ভাঙচুর ও অগ্নিসংযোগের প্রতিবাদে রাজধানীর শাহবাগে বিক্ষোভ সমাবেশ করেন বিভিন্ন সংগঠনের ব্যনারে ছাত্র-জনতা। শুক্রবার বিকেলে এই বিক্ষোভ শুরু… …

Jharkhand BJP MLAs stage protest inside Assembly with no electricity, to stay put in House through the night
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Jharkhand BJP MLAs stage protest inside Assembly with no electricity, to stay put in House through the night

The Hindu  

The Opposition Bharatiya Janata Party and ally All Jharkhand Students Union on Wednesday staged a protest inside Jharkhand Assembly till late night while claiming to stay overnight there in protest against Chief Minister Hemant Soren’s “refusal to reply to their questions” raised inside the House on keys issues. The Chief Minister said he would reply to all questions raised by …

Farmer unions to protest during PM’s visit
10 months, 1 week ago

Farmer unions to protest during PM’s visit

Hindustan Times  

Farmer unions have announced to hold protests against Prime Minister Narendra Modi who will kick off his Punjab campaign with a mega rally in Patiala on May 23, followed by mass meetings in Jalandhar and Gurdaspur on May 24. We want to peacefully and democratically protest against his visit to Patiala as the BJP government has failed to fulfil the …

BJP protests near Congress HQ over Sam Pitroda’s remark
10 months, 3 weeks ago

BJP protests near Congress HQ over Sam Pitroda’s remark

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: BJP leaders and workers staged a protest near the Congress headquarters at Akbar Road on Thursday, calling for an apology from party leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, regarding Sam Pitroda’s controversial remarks. Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva who led the protests said divisive comments by Congress leaders towards citizens insult the unity and integrity of the nation. BJP leader …

Protests continue in Hubballi-Dharwad over Neha murder
11 months, 1 week ago

Protests continue in Hubballi-Dharwad over Neha murder

The Hindu  

Neha Hiremath’s family carried out their daughter’s fifth day ritual in Hubballi on Monday even as visits by leaders to console them continued, while widespread protests were staged in various parts of the State with Muslims shutting down their shops and taking out silent march seeking justice for Neha in the twin cities. Justice for Neha Strongly condemning the murder …

Supreme Court Directs Authorities To Ensure No Hate Speech Takes Place In Rallies Of BJP MLA T Raja Singh, Hindu Janajagruti Samiti
1 year, 2 months ago

Supreme Court Directs Authorities To Ensure No Hate Speech Takes Place In Rallies Of BJP MLA T Raja Singh, Hindu Janajagruti Samiti

Live Law  

The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed the district magistrates at Yavatmal, Maharashtra and Raipur, Chhattisgarh to take 'appropriate steps' after concerns were raised over potential hate speeches at rallies planned by Hindu Janajagruti Samiti and Bharatiya Janata Party legislator T Raja Singh later this week. While declining to stop the rallies, the Court directed the District Magistrates to ensure that …

Haryana violence: Delhi Police file 26 FIRs over protests in city
1 year, 7 months ago

Haryana violence: Delhi Police file 26 FIRs over protests in city

Hindustan Times  

Delhi Police have registered 26 First Information Reports against unknown people in connection with the rallies carried out by Vishwa Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal members on Wednesday to protest the attack on a religious procession at Nuh, senior police officers aware of the matter said on Thursday. A senior police officer who asked to remain anonymous said, “Protests were …

Stop hate speech, violence at Nuh protests, says SC
1 year, 7 months ago

Stop hate speech, violence at Nuh protests, says SC

Live Mint  

There should be no hate speech or violence at a series of protests planned by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad in Delhi and the national capital region to protest against the sectarian violence over the past few days in Haryana’s Nuh district, the Supreme Court told the Centre, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Delhi on Wednesday. “We hope and trust that the …

Act against violence, hate speech at VHP rallies, says Supreme Court
1 year, 7 months ago

Act against violence, hate speech at VHP rallies, says Supreme Court

The Hindu  

A Special Bench of the Supreme Court did not stay “demonstrations” by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad and the Bajrang Dal in the Delhi-NCR region on Wednesday. The Bench, headed by Justice Sanjiv Khanna, restricted itself to passing an “omnibus” order urging the Centre and the police to take steps to prevent instances of any violence and hate speech at the …

Nuh violence: Supreme Court issues notice to UP, Haryana and Delhi amid clashes
1 year, 7 months ago

Nuh violence: Supreme Court issues notice to UP, Haryana and Delhi amid clashes

Live Mint  

The Supreme Court has issued notices to Uttar Pradesh, Haryana and Delhi in the wake of communal clashes in Nuh, Gurugram and neighbouring areas. Earlier in the day a plea before the Supreme Court had noted that 23 protest marches had been announced by right-wing groups Vishva Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal in various parts of the National Capital Region …

What action has been taken on hate speech incidents, PUCL asks Maharashtra DGP
1 year, 10 months ago

What action has been taken on hate speech incidents, PUCL asks Maharashtra DGP

The Hindu  

The People’s Union for Civil Liberties on Monday wrote a letter to the Director General of Police of Maharashtra, Rajnish Seth, asking what action has been taken on incidents of hate speech arising out of the rallies, pursuant to orders by the Supreme Court directing a case of promoting enmity between religious groups should be registered. The letter states, “Overwhelming …

Congress urges EC to act against Shah, Nadda, Yogi for 'hate speeches' in Karnataka
1 year, 10 months ago

Congress urges EC to act against Shah, Nadda, Yogi for 'hate speeches' in Karnataka

Firstpost  

New Delhi: The Congress on Tuesday accused Home Minister Amit Shah, BJP chief J P Nadda and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath of making “hate speeches” in poll-bound Karnataka and urged the Election Commission to take immediate action against them in the wake of Supreme Court orders on such speeches. A delegation of Congress leaders comprising Ajay Maken, Vivek …

Hate speeches | SC issues notice to Delhi Police on Brinda Karat’s plea seeking FIR against Anurag Thakur, Pravesh Verma
1 year, 11 months ago

Hate speeches | SC issues notice to Delhi Police on Brinda Karat’s plea seeking FIR against Anurag Thakur, Pravesh Verma

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court on Monday issued notice to the Delhi Police on a plea by CPI leaders Brinda Karat and K.M. Tiwari against the trial court’s refusal to lodge FIRs against Union Minister Anurag Thakur and BJP leader Pravesh Verma for their alleged hate speeches on anti-Citizenship Amendment Act protests at Shaheen Bagh in 2020. The court prima facie remarked …

Mob protests amid 'Allahu Akbar' chants outside Durga Bhawan Temple in UK's Smethwick
2 years, 6 months ago

Mob protests amid 'Allahu Akbar' chants outside Durga Bhawan Temple in UK's Smethwick

India TV News  

Highlights Massive protests broke out in United Kingdom's Smethwick on Tuesday. UK Protests: Massive protests broke out in United Kingdom's Smethwick on Tuesday against Param Shakti Peeth and Vatsalyagram founder Sadhvi Rithambara. During the protest, 'Allahu Akbar' chants were also heard and an unruly mob thronged the premises outside the temple in Birmingham. Videos shared on social media showed a …

Prophet remark row: Asaduddin Owaisi appeals for 'peace' during Friday prayers in Hyderabad | WATCH
2 years, 7 months ago

Prophet remark row: Asaduddin Owaisi appeals for 'peace' during Friday prayers in Hyderabad | WATCH

India TV News  

Highlights AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi has appealed to the people of Hyderabad to maintain peace today The Hyderabad MP released a video appealing to Muslims on the occasion of special Friday prayers People should ensure that no untoward incident takes place after Friday prayers: Asaduddin Owaisi Prophet remark row : All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul president Asaduddin Owaisi has appealed to the …

OPINION | Hindus, Muslims of Hyderabad must not fall into the political trap of hate
2 years, 7 months ago

OPINION | Hindus, Muslims of Hyderabad must not fall into the political trap of hate

India TV News  

Friday prayers passed off peacefully in Old Hyderabad, particularly in Mecca Masjid, amidst tight security arrangements. Meanwhile, BJP MLA T. Raja Singh, who had provoked communal tension by making derogatory comments against Prophet Mohammed, was taken into custody on Thursday by police under Preventive Detention Act. On one hand, Raja Singh was detained, but, on the other hand, a local …

Hyderabad mustn't fall prey to communalism: Owaisi amid stir over Prophet remark
2 years, 7 months ago

Hyderabad mustn't fall prey to communalism: Owaisi amid stir over Prophet remark

Hindustan Times  

Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi, who on Wednesday pledged to continue protests against legislator Raja Singh over his remarks on Prophet Muhammad, has made a fervent appeal for peace amid demonstrations. Meanwhile, Owaisi late in the night posted a series of tweets, and made an appeal: “This situation is a direct result of Raja Singh’s hate speech. Hyderabad is our home, …

T Raja Singh case: Over 90 Islamists who chanted ‘Sar tan se juda’ chants released on Owaisi’s instructions, reports say
2 years, 7 months ago

T Raja Singh case: Over 90 Islamists who chanted ‘Sar tan se juda’ chants released on Owaisi’s instructions, reports say

Op India  

Over 90 Islamists who raised murderous ‘Sar tan se juda’ beheading chants over T Raja Singh’s comments on Munawar Faruqui’s ‘comedy show’ where he had once mocked Hindu gods and goddesses, have now been released by Hyderabad Police. A report by Times Now states that the police has released over 90 Islamists who ‘protested’ overnight for two nights calling for …

Raja Singh Prophet remark: Late-night protests break out in Hyderabad, police resort to lathi charge
2 years, 7 months ago

Raja Singh Prophet remark: Late-night protests break out in Hyderabad, police resort to lathi charge

India TV News  

Highlights Late-night protests broke out in Telangana's Hyderabad on Wednesday. The suspended BJP leader allegedly made remarks against Prophet Mohammad. Raja Singh Prophet remark: Late-night protests broke out in Telangana's Hyderabad on Wednesday against suspended BJP MLA T Raja Singh. The suspension letter issued to Raja read, "You have expressed views contrary to the Party's position on various matters, which …

Protests continue in Hyderabad over suspended BJP lawmaker’s Prophet remarks
2 years, 7 months ago

Protests continue in Hyderabad over suspended BJP lawmaker’s Prophet remarks

Hindustan Times  

Protests continued in Hyderabad’s old city for a second day on Wednesday over suspended Bharatiya Janata Party lawmaker T Raja Singh’s alleged remarks against Prophet Mohammad. Singh said he has now received the police notice asking him to appear for questioning within 24 hours. “Similar cases were filed against me in different police stations.” In Hyderabad’s Shah Ali Banda, protesters …

Prophet remark row: Muslim bodies call for strict action as suspended BJP MLA gets bail | Top points
2 years, 7 months ago

Prophet remark row: Muslim bodies call for strict action as suspended BJP MLA gets bail | Top points

India Today  

Telangana Bharatiya Janata Party MLA T Raja Singh from Goshamahal stoked a major controversy on Tuesday for his alleged derogatory comments on Prophet Muhammad. Prominent Muslim bodies called for strict action against T Raja Singh over his controversial remarks. On Monday, the BJP MLA released a video criticising stand-up comedian Munawar Faruqui, who recently performed in the city and also …

Owaisi says BJP is trying to incite communal violence in Hyderabad
2 years, 7 months ago

Owaisi says BJP is trying to incite communal violence in Hyderabad

Deccan Chronicle  

HYDERABAD: All India Majlis Ittehadul Muslimeen chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Tuesday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of attempting to incite communal violence in Hyderabad. Taking strong objection to alleged derogatory comments made by Ghoshamahal BJP MLA Raja Singh against Prohet Muhammad, the MIM supremo told mediapersons that it had become an official policy for the BJP to “emotionally and psychologically …

Thousands march in Bangladesh over comments about Islam
2 years, 9 months ago

Thousands march in Bangladesh over comments about Islam

Associated Press  

DHAKA, Bangladesh — Thousands of people marched in Bangladesh’s capital on Thursday to demand the governments of Bangladesh and India officially condemn comments by two Indian governing party officials deemed derogatory to Islam’s Prophet Muhammad. The march began at the country’s main Baitul Mukarram Mosque but was blocked by police as it headed toward India’s Embassy, a few kilometers away. …

Protest Vs Protest in Delhi: Cong Rallies on Rahul's ED Questioning, BJP on 'Derogatory Remarks' for PM
2 years, 9 months ago

Protest Vs Protest in Delhi: Cong Rallies on Rahul's ED Questioning, BJP on 'Derogatory Remarks' for PM

News 18  

The national capital remained replete with protests – this time from the BJP side too – amid the Enforcement Directorate questioning former Congress president Rahul Gandhi in an old corruption case. While Delhi Congress workers on held a protest in the Civil Lines area with a march to Lieutenant Governor’s house, led by state president Anil Kumar, the BJP too …

Prophet row: Mumbai police meets Ulamas, urge not to participate in protests after prayers on Friday
2 years, 9 months ago

Prophet row: Mumbai police meets Ulamas, urge not to participate in protests after prayers on Friday

India Today  

Senior officials of Mumbai police held a meeting with Ulamas and urged them not to participate in a protest scheduled this Friday against former BJP spokesperson Nupur Sharma. Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi chief and grandson of Babasaheb Ambedkar, Prakash Ambedkar, announced a massive agitation in Mumbai on June 17 against the remarks made by Nupur Sharma on Prophet. Additional Commissioners of …

Prophet remark: VHP protests against violence after Friday namaz, to meet President
2 years, 9 months ago

Prophet remark: VHP protests against violence after Friday namaz, to meet President

India TV News  

Prophet remark: VHP protests against violence after Friday namaz, to meet President The RSS affiliate said its youth wing activists will hold a sit-in in district administration headquarters across the country today against the "growing extremist incidents by Islamic Jihadi fundamentalists", and also submit a memorandum to President Ram Nath Kovind. Highlights VHP alleged stones were pelted at temples and …

Prophet Remarks Row: 350 Arrested in UP for June 10 Violence
2 years, 9 months ago

Prophet Remarks Row: 350 Arrested in UP for June 10 Violence

News 18  

The Uttar Pradesh Police has so far arrested 350 people from eight districts in connection with the violence that erupted in parts of the state on June 10 over now-suspended BJP spokesperson Nupur Sharma's controversial remarks on Prophet Mohammad. At least six cities witnessed violence on June 10 after protests against Sharma's remarks spun out of control. Of the 350 …

Amnesty condemns ‘excessive force’ used during Prophet Muhammad protests in India
2 years, 9 months ago

Amnesty condemns ‘excessive force’ used during Prophet Muhammad protests in India

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Amnesty International has urged authorities …

Prophet row: Bajrang Dal to hold nationwide protest against violence over Nupur Sharma's remark
2 years, 9 months ago

Prophet row: Bajrang Dal to hold nationwide protest against violence over Nupur Sharma's remark

India TV News  

Highlights VHP said that Bajrang Dal activists will be holding a nationwide protest on June 16. Nupur Sharma Prophet Remark: The Vishwa Hindu Parishad on Tuesday said that Bajrang Dal activists will be holding a nationwide protest this week against the recent incidents of violence in parts of the country over remarks against Prophet Mohammad. The RSS affiliate said its …

HC rejects plea for hate speech FIR against BJP leaders
2 years, 9 months ago

HC rejects plea for hate speech FIR against BJP leaders

The Hindu  

The Delhi High Court on Monday rejected a plea by CPI leaders Brinda Karat and K.M. Tiwari seeking registration of an FIR against Union Minister and BJP leader Anurag Thakur and party MP Parvesh Verma for their alleged hate speeches against anti-CAA protesters in January 2020. Speeches made n 2020 Ms. Karat had said in her plea that on January …

Amid FIRs and arrests, uneasy calm prevails in U.P.’s Saharanpur
2 years, 9 months ago

Amid FIRs and arrests, uneasy calm prevails in U.P.’s Saharanpur

The Hindu  

Days after violence erupted in Uttar Pradesh’s Saharanpur over the controversial remarks made by now-suspended BJP spokesperson Nupur Sharma on Prophet Muhammed, uneasy calm prevails in the city amid filing of various FIRs and arrests. Mr. Upadhyaya said, “I’ve never seen such a crowd, I could recall the 2014 attacks but this was even more intense.” Subhash Gulati, 73, who …

Prophet remarks row: Over 400 arrested in several states, demolition of rioters' properties in UP continues
2 years, 9 months ago

Prophet remarks row: Over 400 arrested in several states, demolition of rioters' properties in UP continues

India TV News  

Highlights More than 400 people have been arrested in several states in relation to Friday violence In Uttar Pradesh, district authorities continued demolition of illegal properties of rioters Violence had erupted in several states against Nupur Sharma's Prophet remarks post Friday prayers Prophet remarks row: Over 400 people have been arrested including 316 alone in Uttar Pradesh so far in …

Prophet Mohammad remark row: Thane Police summons suspended BJP leader Nupur Sharma for enquiry tomorrow
2 years, 9 months ago

Prophet Mohammad remark row: Thane Police summons suspended BJP leader Nupur Sharma for enquiry tomorrow

Firstpost  

Some Gulf nations expressed outrage against the controversial remarks against the Prophet. The country has been witnessing protests Thane: Bhiwandi city police in Thane district summoned suspended Bharatiya Janata Party leader Nupur Sharma and asked her to appear for enquiry tomorrow for a matter pertaining to a controversial religious remark. While responding to the summon sent by the Bhiwandi police, …

Prophet Muhammad Remark Row: Offensive Social Media Post Sparks Protest In Telangana's Adilabad
2 years, 9 months ago

Prophet Muhammad Remark Row: Offensive Social Media Post Sparks Protest In Telangana's Adilabad

ABP News  

New Delhi: An offensive social media post has sparked strong protest creating mild tension in Telangana's Adilabad town. On Saturday night, a large number of people gathered in front of the One Town police station, demanding action against the man who made derogatory comments about Prophet Muhammad in a WhatsApp group. Police registered a case under Indian Penal Code Section …

Protests after Prophet remarks row | Updates
2 years, 9 months ago

Protests after Prophet remarks row | Updates

The Hindu  

As the Uttar Pradesh Government intensified its crackdown against the Muslim protestors on June 11, several members of the ruling BJP, including its state president Swatantra Dev Singh, endorsed using bulldozers to demolish the properties of the accused persons. Meanwhile, an uneasy calm prevailed on June 12 in West Bengal’s Howrah district, where Section 144 of CrPc has been clamped …

Protests over Prophet remark: 60 arrested as Bengal on boil, SIT to probe Ranchi violence | Top Points
2 years, 9 months ago

Protests over Prophet remark: 60 arrested as Bengal on boil, SIT to probe Ranchi violence | Top Points

India Today  

Tension prevailed in several parts of the country after violent protests erupted on Friday against the allegedly inflammatory remarks on Prophet Muhammad made by former BJP spokesperson Nupur Sharma. While clashes claimed two lives in Jharkhand’s Ranchi, West Bengal’s Howrah remained on the boil as protesters went on a rampage, setting fire to houses and vandalising property, and skirmished with …

Prophet row: AIMIM's Farooq Shabdi warns of bigger agitation if Nupur Sharma, Naveen Jindal not arrested
2 years, 9 months ago

Prophet row: AIMIM's Farooq Shabdi warns of bigger agitation if Nupur Sharma, Naveen Jindal not arrested

India TV News  

Highlights AIMIM leader says suspended BJP leader's Prophet remarks have hurt sentiments of Muslims Farooq Shabdi said that if there was unrest, disturbance, then only the AIMIM is not responsible Shabdi warns of bigger movements if Nupur Sharma, Naveen Kumar are not arrested Prophet row: The All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen Solapur district chief Farooq Shabdi, who gathered people here after …

Muslims in India stage protests over Prophet comments
2 years, 9 months ago

Muslims in India stage protests over Prophet comments

Al Jazeera  

Muslims in India have taken to the streets to protest against anti-Islamic comments made by two members of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party. In northern Uttar Pradesh state police said they had arrested 230 alleged rioters after unrest spread across several towns after Friday prayers. Earlier this month, the BJP suspended its spokeswoman Nupur Sharma and …

Prophet row: Mob of over 1,000 target local train, pelt stones in Nadia, West Bengal
2 years, 9 months ago

Prophet row: Mob of over 1,000 target local train, pelt stones in Nadia, West Bengal

India TV News  

Highlights A local train was made target during protests in West Bengal amid Prophet row Mob of over 1,000 people pelted stones on a local train, injuring few people Train services on the route were halted after the incident Prophet row: A local train in Bethuadhari, Nadia, West Bengal was vandalised amid protest by locals against controversial religious remarks by …

Prophet Muhammad remarks row protests: 2 dead in Ranchi, Howrah violence intensifies, action against agitators in UP
2 years, 9 months ago

Prophet Muhammad remarks row protests: 2 dead in Ranchi, Howrah violence intensifies, action against agitators in UP

Firstpost  

Tension prevailed in several parts of the country a day after the violent protests against the controversial remarks by BJP’s now-sacked two functionaries on Prophet Muhammad Ranchi/Kolkata/Lucknow: Two people succumbed to gunshot wounds in Jharkhand capital Ranchi and fresh demonstrations were held in West Bengal’s Howrah on Saturday as tension prevailed in several parts of the country a day after …

Protests against Prophet remarks | One more death in Ranchi
2 years, 9 months ago

Protests against Prophet remarks | One more death in Ranchi

The Hindu  

At least two people died and several others injured following violence in Ranchi’s main road area on Friday in protest against suspended BJP leader Nupur Sharma’s controversial remarks against Prophet Mohammed. For several hours, the violent clash between police and people from minority community had ensued after Friday’s prayer in Ranchi. The protestors, mostly young people, were demanding arrest of …

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