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Haldwani purification row: Valmiki community alleges complainant against Rahul Gandhi falsely used community name

Valmiki community members in Haldwani allege the complainant against Rahul Gandhi is Amit Kumar. They claim he falsely uses their community name for political gain. The community has submitted a complaint urging an impartial investigation into the matter. Police have registered an FIR against Rahul Gandhi over his remarks on…

The Economic Times · Sep 8

SC-ST MPs of Congress decide to petition president on 'purification' row

Thirty-two SC-ST Congress MPs will submit a memorandum to President Murmu. They are protesting a purification ceremony held in Haldwani after a rally. This incident is seen as an assault on constitutional values and dignity. The MPs plan to form a parliamentary forum to address such issues. They will meet…

The Economic Times · Sep 7

Uttarakhand govt seals unrecognised madrasas in Dehradun, Haldwani; 20 institutions shut so far

The Uttarakhand government has sealed unrecognised madrasas in Dehradun and Haldwani as part of an ongoing crackdown on institutions operating without prescribed recognition and academic standards. Authorities said 17 madrasas have now been sealed across the state, while three others discontinued operations, taking the total number of unrecognised institutions closed…

The Economic Times · Sep 6

'BJP has nothing to do with it': U'khand Minister Khajan Das rejects Cong's claim of Kharge's insult in Haldwani purification ritual

Uttarakhand minister Khajan Das firmly rejected Congress accusations about a purification ceremony at Haldwani's Ramlila Ground, asserting that the BJP has no links to the event and accusing the opposition of distorting facts to mislead the Dalit community. Rahul Gandhi condemned the act, labeling it as untouchability and a violation…

The Economic Times · Aug 29

'BJP-RSS oppose Dalit progress': Rahul Gandhi at party briefing calls for FIR over Haldwani 'purification'

Rahul Gandhi demanded an FIR against individuals performing a purification ritual. He alleged this ritual reflected the BJP-RSS mindset against Dalits. Gandhi stated the act amounted to untouchability and violated constitutional law. He linked the incident to an ideological battle for the Constitution's protection. The Congress leader highlighted ongoing caste…

The Economic Times · Aug 29

Mallikarjun Kharge alleges BJP linked ‘purification’ ritual after Haldwani speech; Union Minister Nadda assures probe

Rajya Sabha witnesses uproar as LoP Mallikarjun Kharge alleges BJP-linked individuals performed a 'purification' ritual at a stage after his rally. Kharge decried the act as "untouchability," demanding arrests under the law. Leader of the House JP Nadda condemned the alleged incident, promising an investigation, while the Chairman urged action…

The Economic Times · Aug 13

Row erupts over 'shuddhikaran' after Mallikarjun Kharge's rally in Haldwani; Congress, BJP trade charges

A heated political clash erupted between Congress and BJP over a controversial purification ceremony. Congress accused a BJP-affiliated group of conducting the rituals based on Mallikarjun Kharge's caste, to which the BJP retaliated, claiming such allegations were aimed at defaming them. The BJP further asserted that slogans used during the…

The Economic Times · Aug 12

Meet this Indian woman from Uttarakhand who holds a Guinness World Record for nearly 9 foot long hair; her secret is surprisingly simple

Renu Dhariyal from Haldwani, Uttarakhand, has achieved a new Guinness World Record for her exceptionally long hair. Her hair measures an impressive 271.5 centimeters, surpassing the previous record holder from Ukraine. Renu stopped cutting her hair in 2015, inspired by traditional Indian views on beauty and identity. She maintains her…

The Economic Times · Aug 8

20 months on, no answers in Haldwani violence deaths

On February 8, 2024, Haldwani in Uttarakhand witnessed a violent clash between police and local residents. A curfew was imposed, internet services were shut down, and shoot-at-sight orders were issued. By the end of the day, six people were dead and dozens – including civilians and police personnel – injured.

Newslaundry · Sep 11, 2025

Hindustan reporter assaulted while recording video of campus violence

The police are looking for two suspects and have held two accused for allegedly assaulting and looting Hindustan reporter Pramod Dalakoti at a private college in Haldwani.

Newslaundry · Sep 30, 2024