CAA Protests

Statement from Academics and Activists from UK on Crackdown on Dissent in India

We condemn the brutal crackdown on dissent and protest which has accompanied India’s Covid-19 lockdown. The Modi government has launched a witch-hunt of students and activists and is charging them under the draconian Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).

Government Of India Must Stop Using Draconian Laws Against Dissenting Voices

The Government of India must stop the crackdown on dissenting voices. The use of India’s primary counter-terrorism law UAPA against two students involved in protests against the discriminatory Citizenship (Amendment) Act is an extension of the crackdown on anyone who is critical of the state.

Civil Society Condemns Delhi Police for Falsely Implicating Innocent Students & Activists in Delhi Violence Cases

A number of activists and academics have issued a joint statement condemning Delhi police’s move to arrest students and activists and implicating them in cases related to violence in Delhi.

Sikh Body Condemns Arrests of Jamia University Students & Activists; Says Govt. Abusing Lockdown

Dal Khalsa on Monday condemned Delhi Govt for arresting Jamia Millia Islamia University students and activists, who spearheaded protests against the amendments to the Citizenship Act, and demanded from the Prime Minister Narendra Modi to instruct the administration to not indulge in witch-hunting.

On Janta Curfew Day Petrol Bomb Hurled At Shaheen Bagh Protest Site

As per media reports, a petrol bomb was thrown this morning near a police barricade at Delhi's Shaheen Bagh, heart of protests against Citizenship (Amendment) Act or CAA.

Modi-Trump Meeting Highlights Anti-Muslim Sentiment in Both Governments’ Policies

Amnesty International India and Amnesty International USA have issued a joint statement about a meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi.

What Donald Trump Said About CAA, Kashmir, Delhi Violence  and Big Trade Deal 

"We did talk about religious freedom. The PM said he wants people to have religious freedom. They have worked really hard on it. I heard about the individual attacks but I did not discuss it. It is up to India."

Delhi Violence Reminds  Horrific Events of November 1984: Dal Khalsa

Jalandhar: Dal Khalsa today sought the resignation of Home Minister Amit Shah for allowing non-state actors to collude and connive with Delhi police to unleash ...

Bihar Assembly Passes Resolution Against NRC; NRP to be Implemented in 2010 Form: says Nitish

“National Register of Citizens (NRC) bogey being raised despite Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s categorical statement that NRC is not on anvil,” Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar was quoted as saying by a news agency.

Violence in Delhi Fuelled by Hate Speeches Needs Immediate Action by the Government

Political leaders in India who are fuelling hatred and creating a violent environment by making hate speeches must be immediately held accountable, said Amnesty International India today.

Seattle Resolution Denounces Indian PM Narendra Modi as the “Butcher of Gujarat”

A City of Seattle resolution against India’s Citizenship Amendment Act denounces Indian PM Narendra Modi for “promoting violence against religious minorities” that allegedly earned him the nickname “Butcher of Gujarat.”.

Copy of Seattle City Council Legislature’s Resolution Against India’s CAA-NRC

On 3 February 2020, the City of Seattle became the first in the U.S. to adopt a resolution denouncing India’s contentious Citizenship Amendment Act and proposed National Register of Citizens. The resolution was moved by Councilmember Sawant.

Seattle City Council in US Adopts Resolution Against India’s CAA-NRC & Religious Prosecution Under Modi Regime

On 3 February 2020, the City of Seattle became the first in the U.S. to adopt a resolution denouncing India’s contentious Citizenship Amendment Act and proposed National Register of Citizens. The resolution was moved by Councilmember Sawant. 

Gun Shots Again Fired Near Jamia Millia Islamia University in Delhi

Following the incident, scores of people at the protest site gathered outside the Jamia Nagar police station to register a complaint about the incident.

India Becoming A Dangerous Place For Peaceful Protests

Peacefully protesting against the government is not a crime. Not agreeing with the policies of a government does not make you a traitor either.

Student Shot at Outside Jamia Millia Islamia University; Hindustan Zindabad Slogan Raised

As per reports emanating from New Delhi an unidentified man opened fire outside Jamia Millia Islamia University,

Why Badals Are Getting Dumped?

BJP leader Manoj Tiwari held a press conference on Monday (Jan. 20) evening declaring saffron party’s alliance with Janta Dal (United) and Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) for upcoming Delhi elections, leaving behind the SAD (B).

Punjab Will Resist CAA + NRC What May Come, Dal Khalsa And SAD (Amritsar) Respond To Amit Shah’s Dare

Contesting the statement of Home Minister Amit Shah that his government will implement CAA come what may

CAA, NRC, NRP : VIDEO REPORT OF PROTEST IN CHANDIGARH

A demonstration was organised by various organisations at Sector 17, Chandigarh on January 1, 2020.

BJP Seeks Ban on JNU Student Leader Umar Khalid’s Malerkotla (Punjab) Visit

Local leaders of the Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP) today submitted a memorandum to local administration in Sangrur demanding ban on the visit of Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) student leader Umar Khalid to Malerkotla.