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Delhi Police chargesheet accuses Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh of sexual harassment

In the chargesheet, the detailed statement of the six women wrestler who complained against Bhushan has been substantiated by more than four other wrestlers and coaches. There has been an examination of over 200 witnesses, including trainers, participants, event organisers, and members of the federation.

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The Delhi Police filed a chargesheet against the Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh on Thursday. The Police filed a 1082-page chargesheet in a local court against him and his aide Vinod Tomar. The police have further requested for cancellation of the case filed against him under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act 2012 (POCSO).

As per the report, the request for cancellation of the case under POCSO is based upon a revision in the statement given by a minor complainant and her father to the Delhi Police. On April 28, two FIRs were registered against Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh based on a complaint filed by seven wrestlers, including a minor wrestler, who alleged sexual harassment and discrimination.

On June 5, the minor’s father recorded a fresh statement at Patiala House court in which he refuted the charge of sexual harassment brought against the WFI chief. Earlier, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh had denied all the allegations against him and termed it as politically motivated.  

As per the police, the chargesheet against Bhushan has been filed for sexually harassing, molesting, stalking and assaulting the women wrestlers with an intent to disrobe them.

In the chargesheet, the detailed statement of the six women wrestler who complained against Bhushan has been substantiated by more than four other wrestlers and coaches. There has been an examination of over 200 witnesses, including trainers, participants, event organisers, and members of the federation. This phenomenon authenticates the complaint and has been cited as the main evidence in the chargesheet filed by the Delhi Police.

The chargesheet also noted that Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh has been charged under relevant sections of the law based on the evidence collected and the police have requested the court to take cognizance. The Delhi Police added that they may file the supplementary chargesheet against the accused after they receive a statement from the overseas wrestling federations as Delhi Police have sought the details from them as well.

Although corroboration of the allegations made by the women wrestlers, coaches, and participants forms a major part of the evidence in the chargesheet, call detail records (CDR) from last year have also been placed on record.

Moreover, videos accessed from the Ordinance Committee before which the wrestlers had earlier deposed, alleging sexual harassment by Bhushan, have also been placed on record.

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Nitish Kumar’s son Nishant among 32 inducted in Bihar cabinet expansion

Nishant Kumar entered the Bihar cabinet for the first time as 32 ministers from NDA allies took oath in a major expansion of the state government.

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A major cabinet expansion took place in Bihar on Thursday, with 32 leaders from the ruling NDA alliance inducted into the state government. Among the prominent names was Nishant Kumar, son of former Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar, who entered the cabinet for the first time.

The expansion included representatives from all major NDA allies in the state. According to reports, the BJP secured 15 ministerial berths, while JD(U) got 13 positions. Two ministers were inducted from Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas), while Hindustani Awam Morcha and Rashtriya Lok Morcha received one berth each.

The oath-taking ceremony was held in Patna in the presence of senior NDA leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.

Nishant Kumar’s induction comes weeks after he formally entered active politics. His entry into the Bihar cabinet is being viewed as a significant development for JD(U), which had long projected an anti-dynasty image under Nitish Kumar’s leadership.

The cabinet reshuffle follows Nitish Kumar’s move to the Rajya Sabha earlier this year and the formation of the government led by Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary.

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PM Modi marks Operation Sindoor anniversary, calls it India’s firm stand against terrorism

PM Modi said Operation Sindoor showcased India’s firm response against terrorism while paying tribute to the armed forces on the operation’s first anniversary.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said Operation Sindoor demonstrated India’s firm response against terrorism and highlighted the country’s commitment to national security.

Marking one year of the operation, the Prime Minister praised the courage, precision and professionalism of the Indian armed forces. He said the military action was carried out in response to the Pahalgam terror attack that had claimed the lives of 26 civilians in 2025.

Operation Sindoor was launched on May 7, 2025, as a calibrated tri-services operation targeting terror infrastructure linked to cross-border terrorism. Reports said the operation showcased coordinated action by the armed forces and was seen as a major counter-terror response by India.

On the anniversary of the operation, PM Modi also changed the display pictures across his social media platforms, including X, Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp. The image carried the text “Operation Sindoor” along with the Indian tricolour design.

The Indian Air Force also shared visuals and messages recalling the operation and highlighting India’s military response. A video released by the force described the operation as a strong message against terrorism and referred to the precision strikes carried out during the mission.

Operation Sindoor was launched following the Pahalgam terror attack, after which India carried out strikes on terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, according to official statements and reports published at the time.

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Vijay meets Tamil Nadu Governor again as TVK pushes to prove majority

TVK chief Vijay held another meeting with Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar as the party intensified efforts to secure majority support after emerging as the single-largest party in the Assembly elections.

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Actor-turned-politician Vijay met Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar again on Thursday as his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), continued efforts to prove it has enough support to form the next government in the state.

TVK emerged as the single-largest party in the 234-member Tamil Nadu Assembly after winning 108 seats, but it remains short of the majority mark of 118.

The Congress has extended support to TVK, adding five MLAs to Vijay’s side. However, the alliance still needs additional backing from other parties or independents to comfortably cross the halfway mark.

According to reports, the Governor has not yet been fully convinced that TVK currently has the required numbers to form a stable government. This has delayed clarity over the swearing-in ceremony and the formal invitation to form the government.

Political activity intensified after reports emerged that some AIADMK legislators were moved to a resort in Puducherry amid speculation over possible support to TVK. AIADMK leaders, however, publicly denied any internal crisis.

TVK sources have expressed confidence that the party will be able to demonstrate majority support during discussions with the Governor.

The Tamil Nadu election results marked a major political shift in the state, with TVK breaking the long-standing dominance of the DMK and AIADMK in its first Assembly election contest.

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