Delhi riots
Activists Sharjeel Imam and Umar Khalid Challenge Terrorism Labels in Supreme Court Bail Hearing for Delhi Riots Case
Dec 03, 2025 02:17 am CST
In a significant Supreme Court hearing, activists Sharjeel Imam, Umar Khalid, and Gulfisha Fatima sought bail in the 2020 Delhi riots case, challenging their labeling as "terrorists" without conviction. Imprisoned since early 2020 under the stringent UAPA, they argue their speeches don't constitute criminal conspiracy and question the extended pre-trial detention, highlighting the disconnect between police allegations and actual evidence in the chargesheet. The violence, which left 53 dead, occurred during protests against citizenship laws.
Delhi Court Overturns Magistrate Order, Mandates Fresh Investigation Into Kapil Mishra's Role in 2020 Delhi Riots
Nov 10, 2025 07:15 pm CST
The Rouse Avenue Court has set aside a magistrate's order and directed Delhi Police to investigate Law Minister Kapil Mishra's alleged role in the 2020 North East Delhi riots conspiracy case, despite police claims of having previously found no evidence against him. The decision comes after revision petitions filed by both Mishra and Delhi Police challenging an earlier court directive for further investigation based on a complaint by Mohd. Ilyas.
Controversy Erupts as Congress Leader Digvijaya Singh Calls Jailed Umar Khalid "Innocent" Prompting BJP Outrage
Nov 04, 2025 08:34 pm CST
Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Digvijaya Singh has sparked political controversy by describing former JNU scholar Umar Khalid as "innocent" and demanding his release after five years in custody. BJP representatives have responded with severe criticism, accusing Singh of sympathizing with individuals charged in national security cases. Khalid remains detained under UAPA in connection with the 2020 Delhi riots investigation.
Delhi Police Claims 2020 Riots Were Planned 'Regime Change Operation' in Supreme Court Bail Hearing
Oct 30, 2025 06:43 pm CST
Delhi Police has filed a 389-page affidavit in the Supreme Court opposing Umar Khalid's bail plea, characterizing the 2020 Delhi riots as a premeditated "regime change operation" with nationwide implications. Police claim the conspiracy was timed to coincide with US President Trump's visit to attract international media attention and frame CAA protests as evidence of anti-Muslim sentiment in India. The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear arguments on whether extended pre-trial detention warrants bail consideration.
Top Court Notice To Cops On Bail Plea Of Umar Khalid, 7 Others In Delhi Riots Case
Sep 22, 2025 08:39 pm CST
The Supreme Court on Monday sought Delhi Police's response on the bail pleas of activists Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam, Gulfisha Fatima, and Meeran Haider in the UAPA case related to the alleged conspiracy behind the February 2020 riots in Delhi.
Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam To Stay In Jail As Top Court Defers Bail Plea Hearing
Sep 19, 2025 02:52 pm CST
The Supreme Court on Friday adjourned to September 22 the hearing on bail pleas of activists Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam, Gulfisha Fatima and Meeran Haider in the UAPA case related to the alleged conspiracy behind the February 2020 riots in Delhi.