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Delhi Violence LIVE updates: Death toll rises to 9, Journalist shot at in Maujpur

After clashes between pro and anti-CAA groups claimed lives of seven people in Delhi, fresh incidents of stone-pelting were reported from Maujpur and Brahmpuri.

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After clashes between pro and anti-CAA groups claimed lives of seven people in Delhi, fresh incidents of stone-pelting were reported from Maujpur and Brahmpuri. In the wake of violence in parts of the national capital, Home Minister Amit Shah directed officials to restore normalcy.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, meanwhile, called for an urgent meeting to review the situation. Kejriwal has also appealed to people to shun violence.

6:37 pm: MS Randhawa, Delhi Police PRO: I deny that there is any deficiency of Police force. Sufficient forces have been deployed in the Northeast district. CRPF, RAF and additional resources of Delhi police are also active. 11 FIRs have been registered and a few have been detained.

6:36 pm: Section 144 imposed in Uttar Pradesh’s Ghaziabad over continued violence in Delhi. All liquor stores have been ordered shut.

6:25 pm: Delhi Police files 11 FIRs over CAA violence.

6:20 pm: Delhi Police PRO MS Randhawa on violence in North East Delhi: 56 police personnel injured, head constable Rattan Lal has lost his life, DCP Shahdara also suffered head injuries; 130 civilians injured.

6:11 pm: 10 people have died and 150 injured have been admitted at GTB Hospital in the last 24 hours due to clashes over CAA.

6:04 pm: Delhi HC to hear on Wednesday plea for FIR, arrest of persons involved in north-east Delhi violence.

5:53 pm: Security stepped up in Aligarh following violence in Delhi over CAA.

5:52 pm: Condemning the violence in Delhi, the Congress on Tuesday demanded that the Prime Minister, the Home Minister and the Chief Minister of Delhi come forward to ensure peace and maintain brotherhood while rising above partisan politics.

5:51 pm: President Trump on the question on CAA: PM Modi and I believe in religious freedom and have the same belief. Yes, I heard about the individual attacks, but I didn’t discuss anything about it with Prime Minister Modi.

5:50 pm: A petition in the form of PIL has been filed in the Supreme Court of India seeking direction to deploy appropriate force in North East Delhi. The appellant has also called for Shaheen Bagh to be vacated. The PIL has been filed by one Ajay Gautam.

5:47 pm: Delhi Police Commissioner Amulya Patnaik met DCP Amit Sharma on Tuesday. Deputy Commissioner of Police (Shahdara) Amit Sharma underwent an operation on Monday night for the head injury sustained during the clashes.

5:44 pm: Reports of violence are coming from Durgapuri Chowk. Vandalism and looting have been reported from the scene. Police have finally managed to calm the situation. One person has been detained.

5:29 pm: Special CP Satish Golcha in Delhi’s Khajuri Khaas: We will be detaining the miscreants and taking legal action against them. People should cooperate with us to maintain peace. We are here till the situation normalises. Else we deploy more forces.

5:00 pm: All police stations across West Bengal  put on alert amid the violence in Delhi over the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA).

4:59 pm: Delhi Police Commissioner Amulya Patnaik: Head Constable Rattan Lal has made a sacrifice for the nation. We are proud of his sacrifice. We stand with his family.

4:50 pm:“Today four persons have been brought dead, yesterday five people lost their lives. Death toll rises to nine,” says Sunil Kumar, Medical Superintendent of GTB Hospital, Delhi.

4:27 pm: Wreath-laying ceremony underway of Delhi Police Head Constable Rattan Lal who lost his life during clashes in North East Delhi yesterday.

4:21 pm: Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal & Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia meet those who have been injured in the northeast Delhi violence and have been admitted at Guru Teg Bahadur (GTB) Hospital.

4:16 pm: One more person has died in the CAA violence in North East Delhi. The death toll has now risen to 8.

4:12 pm: A journalist was shot at while covering the riot-like situation in Maujpur. The injured works with a local channel and has been rushed to the GTB hospital.

3:52 pm: “It seems like predators have entered the city. This is not the general public of our Delhi. Whichever religion these people are from, they should be caught and jailed,” Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia tweets.

3:51 pm: “The entire country is worried about the violence that took place in Delhi in past two days. There has been loss of lives & properties. If violence increases it will affect everyone. All us are here to offer our prayers to Gandhi Ji who was a follower of non-violence,” says Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal.

3:33 pm: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, deputy CM Manish Sisodia and other Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders at Raj Ghat.

3:00 pm: Road to Karawal Nagar- both carriageways are closed for traffic movement.

2:45 pm: “Both CM and I want that peace and harmony should remain intact in Delhi. We should do everything possible to maintain peace and order. We should also help Police in this,” says Lt. Governor Anil Baijal.

2:44 pm: Situation tense after fresh clashes at Bhajanpura Chowk.

1:50 pm: Amit Shah resolves to enhance police-MLA coordination in Delhi.

1:48 pm: Peace committees to be set up in Delhi. The committees will include local MLAs and will focus on quelling rumours.

1:24 pm: In the meeting, issues of hate-mongering, Police-MLAs coordination, adequate force deployment and controlling rumours were mainly discussed: MHA sources

12:59 pm: “Everyone wants that the violence be stopped. The Home Minister had called a meeting today, it was a positive one. It was decided that all the political parties will ensure that peace returns to our city, ” says Kejriwal after his meeting with Union Home minister Amit Shah.

12:56 pm: One more injured person has been brought to Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital.

12:54 pm: Meeting chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah concludes.

12:40 pm: Police has brought an injured person at Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital, after he suffered a gunshot wound.

12:23 pm: Extra deployment of forces at 5 places in northeast Delhi: MHA sources

12:17 pm: Heavy security deployed in Maujpur area, after stone-pelting was reported in the area today morning.

12:12 pm: Union Home Minister Amit Shah is chairing a meeting with Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, Lt Governor Anil Baijal, Police Commissioner Amulya Patnaik, Congress leader Subhash Chopra, BJP leaders Manoj Tiwari and Rambir Singh Bidhuri and others.

12:09 pm: Home Minister’s meeting with Lieutenant Governor of Delhi Anil Baijal, Chief Minister Kejriwal to begin shortly.

12:00 pm: The Supreme Court to hear tomorrow an application seeking directions for police action and security measures in the wake of violence.

11:56 am: Incident of stone-pelting  reported in Kabir Nagar area near Maujpur metro station.

11:50 am: Fire at some shops has not been doused yet, after the tyre market in Gokulpuri area was set ablaze yesterday.

11:40 am: “There is a need to seal the borders and do preventive arrests,” says Kejriwal.

11:31 am: “I appeal to all Delhites to maintain peace. We are worried about the violence in northeast Delhi. Several policemen and civilians were injured and some lost their lives. Several houses were set ablaze and shops were damaged. It is very unfortunate,” says Kejriwal. 

11:30 am: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal briefs media after holding a meeting with MLAs and officials of affected areas.

11:28 am: Former CIC Wajahat Habibullah, others move SC seeking lodging of FIR with regard to recent violence in Delhi over CAA.

11:27 am: 35 companies of paramilitary forces deployed in northeast Delhi along with Special Cell, Crime Branch and Economic Offences Wing (EOW) officials. Local police from different districts of Delhi have also called in.

11:25 am: Section 144 clamped in the northeast district of Delhi. The order will remain in force for one month till March 24, says Police.

11:08 am: Security has been deployed in Gokulpuri area. Clashes had broken out between two groups in the area yesterday during which one Delhi Police head constable had lost his life and Shahdara DCP Amit Sharma was injured.

11:06 am:  Amit Shah skips Trump welcome event, summons 2nd meeting in 12 hours.

10:40 am: Delhi violence planned, opposition spreading false propaganda, says MoS Kishan Reddy.

10:10 am: Home Minister Amit Shah has called a meeting with Delhi LG Anil Baijal, Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal and representatives of political parties at North Block at 12 pm.

9:35 am: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal has called an urgent meeting of all party MLAs of the violence-hit areas. The meeting will take place at the his residence at 10:30 am.

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9:15 am: Arvind Kejriwal worried about situation in Delhi.

9:00 am: Fresh violence reported on Tuesday morning

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Supreme Court questions EC over missing records in Sringeri election dispute

The Supreme Court questioned the Election Commission over missing video footage of the 2023 counting in Karnataka’s Sringeri constituency. The case involves a revised result following a recount of postal ballots.

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The Supreme Court on Wednesday questioned the Election Commission of India (ECI) over its inability to locate video recordings of the original vote counting in Karnataka’s Sringeri Assembly constituency in 2023. The court said it would not accept what it described as “lame excuses” and directed the poll body to produce whatever records are available at the next hearing.

A bench of Justices Sanjay Kumar and Sanjeev Sachdeva expressed displeasure after the Election Commission’s counsel informed it that the footage of the original counting could not be traced.

The bench also warned that it could draw an adverse inference if the required documents were not produced.

Questioning how the poll body could lose records relating to an election it had conducted, the judges stressed that maintaining election documentation was central to its responsibilities.

“How can the Election Commission of India say that it has lost the records? Your whole purpose is to hold an election, and you need to have a document. Where is the question of you saying we are trying to trace it?” the bench asked.

“We will not accept these kinds of lame excuses,” it added.

What is the Sringeri election dispute?

The case stems from the 2023 Karnataka Assembly election in Sringeri, where Congress leader TD Rajegowda was initially declared the winner.

The result was challenged by BJP candidate Jeevaraj before the Karnataka High Court. The High Court later ordered a recount of postal ballots, including the reverification of 279 rejected postal votes.

Following the recount, the Returning Officer declared a revised result in which Jeevaraj was declared the winner. Rajegowda then approached the Supreme Court to challenge the revised outcome.

In May, the Supreme Court granted interim relief to Rajegowda, directing that he continue as the Member of the Legislative Assembly while his plea remained pending.

Rajegowda seeks counting records and observer’s report

Rajegowda has sought access to the election observer’s report and video recordings of both the original counting conducted in 2023 and the recount held this year.

The missing original counting footage became a point of concern during Wednesday’s hearing, with the bench questioning the Election Commission’s inability to trace the recording.

The court directed the Commission to submit whatever records it possesses at the next hearing. Its warning about a possible adverse inference underscores the importance the bench attached to the production of the requested documents.

The court has scheduled the next hearing for February 15, 2027.

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Rahul Gandhi joins India Gate protest by Ankita Bhandari’s parents

Rahul Gandhi joined the protest by Ankita Bhandari’s parents at India Gate in New Delhi on October 14. The demonstration has brought renewed attention to the 2022 murder case and the family’s concerns following Dushyant Gautam’s appointment as Sikkim Governor.

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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi joined a protest by the parents of Ankita Bhandari at India Gate in New Delhi on Wednesday, October 14, bringing renewed attention to the 2022 murder case from Uttarakhand.

The family’s demonstration follows the appointment of Dushyant Gautam, a former BJP leader associated with the party’s Uttarakhand organisation, as Governor of Sikkim. The appointment has prompted objections from Ankita’s family and political leaders, who have raised concerns about the case and the demand for justice.

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra also met the family, according to reports.

Why Ankita Bhandari’s family is protesting

Ankita Bhandari, 19, worked as a receptionist at a resort in Uttarakhand. She was murdered in September 2022, and the case triggered widespread public anger and demands for accountability.

The protest has returned to the spotlight amid questions raised by the family and activists over the alleged role of a VIP in the case. These allegations and demands should be distinguished from findings established through the criminal proceedings.

Dushyant Gautam’s appointment as Sikkim Governor has become a fresh point of contention because his name has been linked to allegations surrounding the alleged VIP connection. Such allegations should not be treated as proof of involvement in the crime.

Political reactions and demand for justice

Rahul Gandhi’s participation brought the Congress leadership into the family’s latest protest in the national capital. The demonstration reflects continuing demands for accountability and further clarity over the concerns raised by the family.

The case has remained a subject of public and political debate, including questions about the investigation and the alleged VIP connection. The family’s concerns and the political reactions have renewed attention on the demand for justice for Ankita Bhandari.

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Meerut murder: Muskaan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla get death sentence

A Meerut court has sentenced Muskaan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla to death in the blue drum murder case involving the killing of merchant navy officer Saurabh Rajput in March 2025.

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A court in Meerut has sentenced Muskaan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla to death for the murder of Saurabh Rajput, Muskaan’s husband and a former Merchant Navy officer. The sentencing was pronounced on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, after the court convicted the two in the case widely known as the Meerut blue drum murder.

The case involved the killing of Rajput in March 2025 and the concealment of his dismembered remains inside a blue plastic drum sealed with cement and sand.

The two were convicted on September 30. The prosecution had sought the death penalty, arguing for the maximum punishment in the case.

Court verdict follows 126 hearings

The trial involved 126 hearings and statements from 22 prosecution witnesses. District Judge Arvind Kumar Mishra delivered the sentence after the court considered the evidence presented during the proceedings.

The investigation and prosecution relied on a combination of circumstantial, technical and physical evidence. This included forensic findings, witness testimony and material recovered during the investigation.

The case drew attention after police discovered Rajput’s remains inside the cement-filled drum at the couple’s residence in Meerut.

How Saurabh Rajput was killed

According to the prosecution’s account of the case, Rajput was killed in March 2025 after he returned to Meerut from London. Investigators alleged that Muskaan and Sahil had planned the murder.

The prosecution said Rajput was given food laced with sleeping medication before he was attacked. His body was subsequently dismembered, and the remains were placed inside a blue plastic drum.

The drum was filled with a mixture containing cement and sand and sealed. Investigators later recovered the remains from inside it.

Evidence presented during the investigation

Investigators built the case using several strands of evidence. Shopkeepers provided testimony about the purchase of materials, including a blue drum, cement, sand and cutting implements, before the murder.

Call detail records and mobile tower information were also cited to establish Sahil’s presence at the residence around the time of the crime. The prosecution further relied on post-mortem findings that confirmed Rajput had died from stab injuries.

The investigation also traced the movements of Muskaan and Sahil during their trip to Himachal Pradesh following the killing. Investigators said photographs and activity linked to Rajput’s phone were used to create the impression that he was still alive.

The case came to light in March 2025

The murder came to light after questions arose over Rajput’s whereabouts. According to the investigation, the couple’s attempt to move the heavy drum eventually raised suspicion.

Rajput’s family approached the police, leading to an investigation that uncovered the remains. Muskaan and Sahil were arrested in March 2025.

The sentencing on October 14 marks a major development in the case, which had proceeded from the discovery of Rajput’s remains to a trial involving dozens of witness statements and more than a hundred hearings.

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