On October 12, 2026, Rahul Gandhi and INDIA bloc leaders marched to the Supreme Court in New Delhi. They filed a petition against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Protesters faced police pushback on Bhagwan Das Road after climbing barricades. Many leaders reached the court to demand the official’s immediate resignation.

Oct 12, 2026 08:15 PM IST

In Pictures: India alliance march to top court

India alliance MPs with protestors, marched onto Bhagwan Das Road towards the Supreme Court during their protest demanding the resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar in New Delhi on Monday. (Express Photo by Anil Sharma)

Oct 12, 2026 07:49 PM IST

In Pictures: Opposition protest march to Supreme Court

Protestors at the Supreme Court in New Delhi on Monday. (Express Photo by Praveen Khanna)

Oct 12, 2026 07:36 PM IST

Petition against CEC filed

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi and other INDIA bloc leaders file a petition in the Supreme Court.

Oct 12, 2026 07:04 PM IST

Rahul Gandhi enters Supreme Court after Opposition protest march

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi entered the Supreme Court after reaching the court during the Opposition’s protest march. A petition against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar has already been filed in the Supreme Court.

Oct 12, 2026 06:50 PM IST

In Pictures: Opposition protest towards Supreme Court

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, along with INDIA bloc MPs and protesters, marched on Bhagwan Das Road towards the Supreme Court during a protest demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar in New Delhi on Monday.

Oct 12, 2026 06:39 PM IST

Rahul Gandhi, Kharge reach Supreme Court after Opposition march

Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge and other Opposition leaders reached the Supreme Court after their protest march from Barakhamba Road. The Supreme Court is around 2 km from Barakhamba Road.

Asad Rehman reports

Oct 12, 2026 06:04 PM IST

In Pictures:Opposition march at Barakhamba Road, New Delhi

Rahul Gandhi rally at Barakhamba Road in New Delhi on Monday. (Express Photo by Praveen Khanna)

Oct 12, 2026 05:50 PM IST

Police pushback near Bhagwan Das road

Protesters faced some pushback from police after officers blocked the end of Bhagwan Das road towards the Supreme Court of India.

Asad Rehman reports

Oct 12, 2026 05:43 PM IST

Police push back protesters after barricade climb on Bhagwan Das road

There was some pushback from police after protesters climbed barricades on Bhagwan Das Road. The situation has now normalised, while the protest continues. Senior leaders have got off the top of the bus, but the protest is still underway. A crowd remains on Bhagwan Das Road and in nearby areas.

Asad Rehman reports

Oct 12, 2026 05:26 PM IST

More barricades on Bhagwan Das road

Police add more barricades on Bhagwan Das Road amid INDIA bloc's protest march against CEC.

Oct 12, 2026 05:14 PM IST

Petition against CEC filed at Top Court

A petition against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar has been filed in the Supreme Court by Rahul Gandhi's legal team on behalf of the petitioners. Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge, Saugata Roy, Akhilesh Yadav and Tejashwi Prasad Yadav are named as petitioners in the plea.

Oct 12, 2026 05:10 PM IST

Akhilesh Yadav joins Priyanka Gandhi, others on open bus

Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav has reached the open bus and joined Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and other Opposition leaders during the 'Chalo Dilli' march.

Oct 12, 2026 04:48 PM IST

Rahul, Priyanka Gandhi, DK Shivakumar on open bus during ‘Chalo Dilli’ march

Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Neha Bora and DK Shivakumar are on an open bus heading towards the Supreme Court during the 'Chalo Dilli' march.

Asad Rehman reports

Oct 12, 2026 04:42 PM IST

Rahul, Priyanka Gandhi at 'Dilli Chalo' march

Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, along with AISA president Neha Bora, participate in the ‘Dilli Chalo’ march, demanding action against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and his resignation.

Oct 12, 2026 04:37 PM IST

In Pictures: Opposition rally at Barakhambha

Rahul Gandhi leads Opposition march at Barakhamba road.

Oct 12, 2026 04:28 PM IST

Opposition leaders march towards Supreme Court

Opposition leaders have got off the buses and are now marching towards the Supreme Court, while some senior leaders remain on board. The buses have turned from Connaught Place and are also heading towards the Supreme Court.

Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra can be seen marching at the front, with Neha Bora alongside them.

Asad Rehman reports

Oct 12, 2026 04:21 PM IST

'They only know how to create anarchy': Anurag Thakur targets Rahul Gandhi

BJP spokesperson Anurag Thakur, addressing a press conference, alleged that Opposition leaders had no understanding of rules and laws.

"They only know how to create anarchy and instability, undermine constitutional offices and institutions, tarnish India’s image globally and weaken its reputation. It is unfortunate that the country has never had to witness such theatrics and tantrums from such an unstable, anarchic and unserious Leader of the Opposition," Thakur said, referring to Rahul Gandhi.

(inputs from PTI)

Oct 12, 2026 04:14 PM IST

Akhilesh Yadav joins Opposition protest

Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav joined the Opposition protests in Delhi.

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Oct 12, 2026 04:05 PM IST

'Who will listen to the grievances of the public?': Congress MP Warring

Congress MP Amarinder Singh Raja Warring, speaking during the INDIA bloc protest, said, "If the Chief Justice of India will not meet us, then who will listen to the grievances of the public? We urge the Chief Justice of India to meet us."

Oct 12, 2026 03:40 PM IST

In Pictures: Opposition leaders march from Barakhamba Road to the Supreme Court

Opposition leaders march from Barakhamba Road to the Supreme Court in New Delhi on Monday, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

Oct 12, 2026 03:34 PM IST

In Pictures: INDIA bloc MPs and protestors on the way to Barakhamba Road

India bloc MPs, led by Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, march from the Constitution Club of India to Barakhamba Road in New Delhi, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

Oct 12, 2026 03:06 PM IST

Buses with Congress leaders have reached Barakhamba Road

Buses carrying Congress leaders have reached Barakhamba Road, where the crowd has increased.

Opposition MPs are set to begin their march to the Supreme Court from Barakhamba Road. The leaders plan to file a petition before the court seeking action against what they allege is "vote chori" involving Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

Asad Rehman reports

Oct 12, 2026 03:03 PM IST

Congress delegation to hold 'Chalo Delhi' march from Barakhamba Road to Supreme Court

Congress delegation's 'Chalo Delhi' march for democracy will begin at Barakhamba Road and proceed towards the Supreme Court in New Delhi.

Oct 12, 2026 02:55 PM IST

CJP letter to police seeking date, time for peaceful protest at Jantar Mantar

The CJP has written to the police seeking a date and time to hold a peaceful protest at Jantar Mantar.

Oct 12, 2026 02:54 PM IST

Neha Bora, Yogendra Yadav leaves alongside Congress leaders

The bus carrying Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi also has Neha Bora and Yogendra Yadav on board.

Asad Rehman reports

Oct 12, 2026 02:46 PM IST

Congress leaders leave Constitution Club on buses

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, party leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra leave Constitution Club.

Oct 12, 2026 02:15 PM IST

Buses carrying INDIA bloc MPs leave Constitution Club for planned march

Buses carrying INDIA bloc MPs have started leaving the Constitution Club of India towards the Supreme Court in Delhi on Monday, ahead of their planned march against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

The buses carrying will head to Barakhamba Road, from where the MPs will proceed to the Supreme Court, situated at Tilak Marg, New Delhi, at a distance of approximately 2 kms.

Heavy police deployment was reported outside the venue as workers from various Opposition parties gathered there.

– Reports Asad Rehman for The Indian Express

Oct 12, 2026 01:53 PM IST

Heavy security outside Constitution Club ahead of INDIA bloc's march

Heavy police deployment was seen outside the Constitution Club of India in Delhi on Monday, where INDIA bloc MPs are scheduled to meet before travelling by bus towards Connaught Place (CP).

Workers from various Opposition parties have gathered outside the club ahead of the planned march against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

– Reports Asad Rehman for The Indian Express

Oct 12, 2026 01:41 PM IST

Jantar Mantar no longer designated protest site, alternative grounds named

Jantar Mantar has been removed from the list of designated protest sites and identified Ramlila Maidan and two other grounds as alternative venues for demonstrations.

The move comes amid the ongoing agitation against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, with the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) demanding permission to hold a protest at Jantar Mantar.

Read the full report at The Indian Express.

Oct 12, 2026 01:35 PM IST

Keralam Assembly passes resolution seeking removal of CEC Gyanesh Kumar

The Keralam Legislative Assembly on Monday passed a resolution seeking the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar amid the controversy over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.

The move comes as Opposition parties intensify their agitation against Kumar, with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi spearheading protests over alleged electoral irregularities. INDIA Bloc has given call for a march from Connaught Place to the Supreme Court at 1:30 pm on Monday.

- PTI

Oct 12, 2026 12:47 PM IST

CJP’s Saurav Das backs lawyers’ protest against alleged police excesses in Delhi

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) co-founder Saurav Das on Monday reacted to the Delhi High Court Bar Association’s call for members to wear black ribbons to protest against the alleged use of excessive force by Delhi Police against lawyers during the October 10 demonstrations.

“When lawyers start protesting, you know that shit has hit the roof!” Das said in a post on X, responding to the association’s protest call.

Oct 12, 2026 12:41 PM IST

Rahul Gandhi says government’s response to Opposition claims is deepening its predicament

LoP Rahul Gandhi on Monday claimed that the President had not denied his statement, while the denial had come from the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO). He also alleged that the government was falling deeper into a trap by blocking the Opposition’s actions.

Gandhi called on Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar to turn approver, saying the Opposition was pursuing those he alleged were behind the actions in question. “We may even forgive you,” he said.

– Reports Asad Rehman for The Indian Express

Oct 12, 2026 12:38 PM IST

Rahul Gandhi says Supreme Court’s suggestion to file petition is ‘a way forward’

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Monday said the Opposition wanted to convey to the country that people should not be afraid to raise their concerns. He described this as the first “perception battle” amid the protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

Gandhi said the Opposition respected the Chief Justice of India and the Supreme Court, adding that the suggestion to file a petition offered a way forward in its campaign over alleged electoral irregularities.

– Reports Asad Rehman for The Indian Express

Oct 12, 2026 12:34 PM IST

Rahul Gandhi urges people to stand with Constitution, express solidarity with Opposition’s fight

Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Monday urged people who could not join the Opposition’s planned visit to the Supreme Court to express solidarity with its campaign against alleged electoral irregularities.

“If you can't come for some reason, when we are there at the Supreme Court, show us solidarity,” Gandhi said, calling on people to publicly state their opposition to what he described as threats to the Constitution. He also urged them to raise the issue privately if necessary, saying they should make clear that they would stand up to protect the Constitution.

– Reports Asad Rehman for The Indian Express

Oct 12, 2026 12:30 PM IST

Rahul Gandhi claims '200 officers' in Modi government 'in touch with us'

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Monday said the youth would continue their agitation until the Constitution was upheld, the Election Commission was held accountable and the electoral system was reformed. Addressing Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Gandhi claimed that 200 officers in the government were in touch with the Opposition.

“This is a fight to save the Constitution. We are not important in this,” Gandhi said, urging people, including BJP members who believe the Constitution is under threat, to join the movement. He asserted that the youth would not back down until their demands were met.

– Reports Asad Rehman for The Indian Express

Oct 12, 2026 12:27 PM IST

Rahul Gandhi says Opposition’s fight against ‘vote chori’ will continue for months, years if needed

Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Monday said the Opposition’s resistance against alleged electoral irregularities and Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar would continue, asserting that the movement was aimed at protecting the Constitution.

“There are crores of youth who want to save the Constitution. It is the voice of the people,” Gandhi said, adding that the agitation would continue despite police restrictions. He urged supporters to remain patient and persistent, saying the fight could take months or years but the Opposition would not back down.

– Reports Asad Rehman for The Indian Express

Oct 12, 2026 12:27 PM IST

INDIA bloc leaders to march to Supreme Court over ‘vote chori’ allegations, says Rahul Gandhi

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi said Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and he had written to Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, who responded by asking them to file a petition and initiate legal proceedings.

Gandhi said INDIA bloc leaders would jointly approach the Supreme Court on Monday to file the petition over their allegations of electoral irregularities and their campaign against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

– Reports Asad Rehman for The Indian Express

Oct 12, 2026 12:21 PM IST

'We know your past': Rahul Gandhi targets Gyanesh Kumar, alleges Opposition blocked from protesting at ECI

Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Monday alleged that Opposition leaders were prevented from protesting outside the Election Commission of India (ECI) and were subsequently detained when they sought permission to demonstrate at Jantar Mantar.

“We have information about you. We know your past. We know your corruption,” Gandhi said, addressing Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. He claimed that Opposition leaders were first told they could not protest at the ECI and should instead protest at home, and were detained when they later sought to demonstrate at the designated protest site, Jantar Mantar.

– Reports Asad Rehman for The Indian Express

Oct 12, 2026 12:18 PM IST

Rahul Gandhi targets Modi, BJP, RSS and CEC Gyanesh Kumar amid ‘vote chori’ protests

Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Monday accused the BJP, RSS, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar of being on one side, with security personnel and the people of India on the other, amid the protests over alleged electoral irregularities.

Gandhi said the agitation was driven by questions similar to those raised by two Election Commissioners. He warned Kumar that the public would continue to demand answers, saying, “These lakhs of people are asking you questions and they won't stop.” Gandhi also claimed that Kumar had been unable to sleep at night, and asserted "we won't spare you."

– Reports Asad Rehman for The Indian Express

Oct 12, 2026 12:17 PM IST

Rahul Gandhi alleges Modi government protecting Gyanesh Kumar, accuses BJP-RSS members of assaulting women

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Monday alleged that the government was deliberately deploying large numbers of police personnel in Delhi to protect Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. He said the government was “erring” and claimed the more it protected Kumar, the more the Opposition would target those responsible for the decisions.

Gandhi also alleged that police personnel were being made to assault Indian youth while BJP-RSS members were being given a “free pass” to attack women. He claimed that some police and security personnel had privately expressed support for the Opposition’s actions, saying they questioned why they were being made to act against young protesters.

– Reports Asad Rehman for The Indian Express

Oct 12, 2026 12:11 PM IST

‘Why is Delhi, capital of India, in jail?’ Rahul Gandhi questions restrictions amid ‘vote chori’ protests

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Monday questioned the security restrictions in Delhi amid protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and alleged “vote chori”.

“For the last few days, Delhi has seen public movement on vote chori and against Gyanesh Kumar. There has been resistance for years. Now it is crystallised,” Gandhi said at a press conference at Indira Bhawan. “Why is Delhi, the capital of India, in jail?”

"People are being stopped from reaching delhi. Trains, buses are being stopped. Delhi has been converted into a fortress", he said.

– Reports Asad Rehman for The Indian Express

Oct 12, 2026 12:04 PM IST

CJP warns of fresh protest call if Delhi Police fails to allot Jantar Mantar date within 24 hours

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leader Ashutosh Ranka on Monday warned that the party would issue another call for a protest within 24 hours if Delhi Police failed to allot a date for its demonstration at Jantar Mantar.

The warning came after CJP gave Delhi Police a 24-hour ultimatum to specify the date and time for the proposed protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

Ranka also criticised the security restrictions in Delhi, alleging that they were inconveniencing traders and forcing shops to close during the festive season.

- With PTI Inputs

Oct 12, 2026 12:04 PM IST

Gujarat Gen Z group protests Delhi’s Jantar Mantar stir, alleges it is ‘spreading anarchy’

Support Bharat, a recently formed voluntary group, held a ‘Jan Akrosh Sabha’ at Tagore Hall in Ahmedabad on Sunday to protest against what it described as “anti-national activities” during the agitation at Jantar Mantar in Delhi. Around 300 people, most of them school students, attended the event.

The group’s founder president, Himanshu Shah, claimed it was non-political and had 1,500–2,000 members, most of them from Gen Z. While acknowledging the right to peaceful protest, Shah alleged that the language and slogans used during the Delhi agitation were “spreading anarchy” and crossing constitutional limits. He also cited alleged attacks on police personnel and contrasted the agitation with protests over the NEET paper leak, which he said had a justified cause.

Oct 12, 2026 11:48 AM IST

CJP gives Delhi Police 24-hour ultimatum to set date for Jantar Mantar protest

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) chief spokesperson Saurav Das on Monday said the party had given Delhi Police a 24-hour ultimatum to decide the date and time for its proposed protest at Jantar Mantar against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

“Police tells everyone to approach them 10 days in advance. We are now saying that they have the choice to tell us the date and time (for protest at Jantar Mantar). We are giving them 24-hour ultimatum,” Das said.

Total 5 people including Das, Ranka, their lawyer and two other members from the North Zone team went inside to demand the date.

Oct 12, 2026 11:21 AM IST

SCBA plea on lawyers’ detention, internet suspension to be heard tomorrow, says CJI

The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to take up on Tuesday a plea by the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) concerning the detention of lawyers and internet suspension amid protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

SCBA president Pradeep Rai told Chief Justice of India Surya Kant that the association had filed a petition, while senior advocate Nadkarni said he had also filed a plea on behalf of a lawyer. The CJI said democratic activities must take place, but stressed that the Supreme Court’s functioning should not be disrupted. He appealed to protesters to ensure there was no obstruction to the movement of lawyers, litigants and court staff, adding that the court should not be dragged into the protests.

Oct 12, 2026 11:18 AM IST

CJI Surya Kant appeals to protesters, says Supreme Court functioning must not be obstructed

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Monday said he had appealed to protesters to ensure that demonstrations did not impede the functioning of the Supreme Court.

“The Supreme Court should not be dragged into any kind of this,” he said, stressing that there must be no obstruction to the movement of lawyers, court staff and litigants.

- Reports Ananthakrishnan G for The Indian Express

Oct 12, 2026 11:17 AM IST

Supreme Court agrees to hear pleas over disruption to court functioning, internet services amid protests

The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to hear pleas filed by the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) and others concerning alleged obstruction to the functioning of the court and disruption of internet services amid protests in Delhi.

“Democratic activities must take place smoothly, but there should be no obstruction to the functioning of the Supreme Court,” Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said.

- PTI

Oct 12, 2026 11:14 AM IST

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke accuses Delhi Police of assaulting protesters, journalists and MPs

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke accused Delhi Police of assaulting protesters, journalists and MPs amid the demonstrations against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

In a post on X, Dipke questioned why Prime Minister Narendra Modi was so determined to protect Kumar, alleging that the government was willing to wage a “war against everyone” to shield the CEC.

Oct 12, 2026 11:11 AM IST

Delhi High Court refuses urgent hearing on plea over Jantar Mantar protest closure, lists matter for Tuesday

The Delhi High Court on Monday refused an urgent hearing on a petition challenging the closure of Jantar Mantar for protests, noting that no alternative protest site had been designated. Acting Chief Justice Nitin Sambre said the matter would be listed on Tuesday.

The court also noted that the Supreme Court was already hearing litigation related to the protests, in which the Centre had been asked to respond.

- Reports Sohini Ghosh for The Indian Express

Oct 12, 2026 10:53 AM IST

CJP’s Ashutosh Ranka accuses Delhi DCP of facilitating ‘right-wing violence’

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leader Ashutosh Ranka accused the DCP of New Delhi of facilitating alleged violence by right-wing groups, responding to the officer’s post clarifying a vehicle-check incident.

Ranka alleged that while the officer had not formally joined the BJP, he was making efforts to facilitate “right wing gundagardi and violence on the ground”. He claimed to have verified the allegation through an investigation into the officer’s past and present record.

Oct 12, 2026 10:49 AM IST

Delhi on high alert with 30,000 personnel deployed ahead of Opposition march to Supreme Court

Delhi remained on high alert for the third consecutive day on Monday, with over 30,000 police and paramilitary personnel deployed across the capital ahead of an Opposition march to the Supreme Court against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The Opposition has announced the march to demand an end to alleged “vote chori” and Kumar’s resignation, following protests over the weekend in which thousands, including CJP leaders and former chief ministers, were detained.

Security has been tightened at Delhi’s borders, railway stations, bus terminals and other sensitive locations, with over 120 companies of Central Armed Police Forces assisting Delhi Police. The New Delhi district has been divided into 20 zones, while vehicle checks, verification drives at hotels and guest houses, and social media monitoring have been intensified. Entry and exit gates at six Metro stations will remain closed until 4 pm in view of the protest.

- With PTI Inputs

Oct 12, 2026 10:43 AM IST

CJI Surya Kant says Supreme Court doors open to all, responds to INDIA bloc's meeting request

Chief Justice of India (CJI) Justice Surya Kant said he had received a letter requesting a meeting on Sunday and responded the same night, explaining why he would be unable to meet the requesters.

“The Supreme Court's doors are open to everyone,” he said, adding that any petition from a common citizen or an elected representative was welcome. He said every Indian citizen had the right to approach the court and that their concerns would be heard in accordance with the law.

Oct 12, 2026 10:36 AM IST

Rahul Gandhi to address press conference at 11.30 am

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi will address a press conference at Indira Bhawan at 11.30 am on Monday.

- Reports Asad Rehman for The Indian Express

Oct 12, 2026 10:21 AM IST

‘Show entire video’: CJP’s Abhijeet Dipke accuses Delhi Police of denying access to phone, lawyer

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke on Monday accused Delhi Police of denying him access to his phone and lawyer during his detention, and demanded that the force release the complete video of the episode, alleging that the footage being circulated was edited.

Speaking in Hingoli, Maharashtra, Dipke alleged that police did not inform his family or lawyers about his whereabouts during the day. He also accused the police of mentally harassing him and his family following his grandmother’s death, questioning why his relatives were not told where he was being held. Dipke said access to a lawyer after arrest or detention was a legal right and accused the police of failing to uphold it.

- With PTI Inputs

Oct 12, 2026 10:11 AM IST

Delhi Police file FIR against Kejriwal, AAP leaders over alleged ruckus at Bangla Sahib

Delhi Police have registered an FIR against AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal and other party leaders following a complaint by the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (DSGMC) over an alleged disturbance at Bangla Sahib Gurdwara, police sources said on Monday.

In its complaint, the DSGMC alleged that AAP workers and supporters entered the gurdwara premises and staged a protest, misusing the sanctity of the religious site for political activity. It also accused AAP leaders of circulating videos on social media that presented a “distorted version” of the incident. Police are examining footage provided by the complainant to establish the sequence of events. A large number of protesters had gathered at the gurdwara on Saturday while attempting to reach Jantar Mantar for a demonstration against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, but were detained by police.

- With PTI Inputs

Oct 12, 2026 10:10 AM IST

When will the INDIA bloc march be held?

The INDIA bloc will hold a march at 1.30 pm on Monday at the Connaught Place–Barakhamba junction, Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi confirmed.

On Sunday, Gandhi announced the march in a post on X, saying, “Tomorrow, 12th October, India marches peacefully as one to the Supreme Court. Students, civil society organisations, Opposition parties: Please join us to defend our democracy.”