After the Sambhal violence that resulted in deaths, Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav commented on November 25, dragging the recently released film The Sabarmati Report into the controversy. He claimed that the government created the violence to distract from their mistakes and election manipulation. Yadav suggested that some people, after watching the movie, were inspired to become influential leaders, which he believes may have triggered the violence. He mentioned that opposition MPs wanted to bring up the issue in Parliament, but they will do so when they get the chance. Additionally, he said a delegation from his party would visit Sambhal to meet the victims and raise the matter further. Watch video for more.
25 November,2024 05:50 PM IST
Zia Ur Rehman Barq, a Samajwadi Party MP, expressed concern over Sambhal violence, calling it a pre-planned incident. He said it was unfortunate and highlighted the rising targeting of Muslims across the country, which he believes is worse than anything seen since India’s independence. Barq pointed out that the Places of Worship Act is being violated, with urgent actions taken to address petitions on the same day, including surveys by district officials. He questioned the necessity of conducting a second survey and emphasized that people were being prevented from offering Namaz. His statement stresses that the situation is worsening, and urgent attention is needed to prevent further unrest. Watch video for more.
25 November,2024 05:06 PM IST
Fresh footage of the Sambhal violence, which resulted in four deaths and several injuries, was released by the Uttar Pradesh police. The violence erupted when ASI officials arrived at the Shahi Jama Masjid to investigate claims from the Hindu side about a temple existing at the mosque site. On November 25, the Sambhal SP briefed the media about the incident. He stated that Sub-Inspector Deepak Rathi, who was injured, had filed a complaint against 800 people. Zia Ur Rehman Barq and Sohail Iqbal were named as the main suspects for allegedly instigating the mob. Barq had previously been warned for making provocative speeches. The violence also left 15 police officers injured, and 25 people have been arrested. The police assured that all accused would be arrested and legal action would be taken.
25 November,2024 03:57 PM IST
AIMIM Chief Owaisi spoke about the recent violence in Sambhal, stating that the mosque there is not just 50-100 years old, but more than 250-300 years old. He criticized the court’s ex parte order, claiming it was wrong because the people from the mosque were not heard. He also said that during the second survey, no information was shared, and a video that surfaced later showed people raising provocative slogans during the survey. He condemned the violence that followed, where three Muslims were shot dead, calling it murder, not just firing. He demanded the suspension of the officers involved and called for a sitting High Court judge to investigate, describing the situation as an injustice and ongoing atrocities.
25 November,2024 02:40 PM IST
Security has been increased at Shahi Jama Masjid in Sambhal after a stone-pelting incident occurred when a survey team arrived to conduct an inspection of the mosque. Earlier, the situation escalated quickly as a large group of protestors clashed with the police. Tensions soared, leading to a violent confrontation between the two sides. The protestors expressed strong opposition to the survey, which was likely seen as controversial. To control the situation, the police resorted to using tear gas to disperse the crowd. The area has been heavily secured to prevent further disturbances, with additional forces deployed to maintain law and order. Authorities are investigating the incident, which has raised concerns about communal tensions. Watch video for more.
25 November,2024 12:30 PM IST
The Middle East continues to be caught in the ongoing Israel vs. Triple-H conflict, with Gaza enduring the consequences of the violence sparked by the October 7, 2023, attacks. On November 23, 2024, an Israeli airstrike targeted a mosque in the Nuseirat refugee camp in Gaza, causing widespread panic. The explosion sent local residents fleeing the area, fearing further attacks. According to Gaza’s Health Ministry, only a few injuries were reported in the aftermath, though the mosque and its surrounding areas sustained significant damage. The assault highlights the continued suffering of Gaza’s residents amid the broader regional conflict, leaving the area trapped in the devastating consequences of the ongoing violence.
25 November,2024 11:00 AM IST
Violence erupted in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, on November 24 when locals began stone-pelting at a survey team. The team had arrived at Shahi Jama Masjid to carry out a survey following an order from the civil judge's court. As tensions escalated, police were deployed to the area, and officers were seen urging locals to stop the stone-pelting. The situation became more tense after a previous survey of the mosque was conducted on November 19. In response, security around Shahi Jama Masjid was increased. The incident highlights growing unrest in the region, with authorities working to maintain peace and prevent further violence.
24 November,2024 12:57 PM IST
The area of Dharavi slums are on alert with the onset of tensions due to attempts to demolish illegal parts of a Mosque. People staged protests as Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) officials arrived to demolish the alleged illegal portion of a mosque. A video shows the Mumbai police attempting to pacify the protesting crowd.
21 September,2024 12:48 PM IST
The controversy around the construction of the Sanjauli Mosque doesn’t seem to be dying down soon. A protest was held on September 11 where members of Hindu outfits clashed with security forces while attempting to reach the site of the alleged illegal mosque construction in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. The protesters raised slogans against the mosque's construction despite prohibitory orders issued by local authorities. Heavy police force has been deployed at the Shimla and the Markets are closed across Himachal Pradesh over the alleged illegal construction of a mosque in the Sanjauli area on September 14.
14 September,2024 04:06 PM IST
Himachal Pradesh Minister Vikramaditya Singh addressed concerns regarding the alleged illegal construction of a mosque in Sanjauli amid ongoing protests. He emphasized that the government is aware of the situation and is committed to addressing it according to legal procedures. Singh stated, “This matter has been pending for a long time. Regarding illegal buildings, the government has taken notice. I have made it clear in the assembly that once a legal decision is made, action will be taken. If the construction is found to be illegal, it will be demolished. However, we must adhere to legal processes.” Singh stressed the importance of maintaining peace and order in Himachal Pradesh as the situation is resolved. The government's approach underscores a commitment to upholding the rule of law while striving for communal harmony.
12 September,2024 11:22 AM ISTADVERTISEMENT
