The Latest Breaking News from Nupur Sharma

Twitter account that led to Zubair’s arrest back online

The account’s June 19 tweet, its first since its creation in Oct. 2021, formed the basis for the FIR

The Hindu · Jun 30, 2022

Police search metal factory for clues in Udaipur tailor murder case

It is suspected that the sharp weapons used in the murder were manufactured at the factory

The Hindu · Jun 30, 2022

Thousands protest in India’s Udaipur after Hindu tailor murdered

Holding saffron flags and placards, about 7,000 people demand death penalty for two Muslims accused of beheading Teli.

Al Jazeera · Jun 30, 2022

NIA takes over Udaipur tailor murder case

Three more persons detained; angry protesters hit the streets demanding strong action against the culprits

The Hindu · Jun 29, 2022

‘Modiji, protect us’: Beheaded Udaipur tailor’s kin want justice and revenge

A day after the gruesome murder of a tailor in broad daylight, Udaipur seemed on edge. As this reporter passed through, most shops were closed and streets deserted.

Newslaundry · Jun 29, 2022

Karnataka: Hindu outfits to start 'I'm Nupur Sharma Supporter' campaign, says Sri Ram Sene leader Pramod Mutalik

BENGALURU: Condemning the brutal killing of a tailor in Udaipur, Sri Rama Sene leader Pramod Mutalik on Wednesday stated that Hindu society will not tolerate such acts of terror, and demanded capital punishment for those involved in the killing. He also announced "I'm Kanhaiya Lal", "I'm Nupur Sharma Supporter" campaigns.

The Times of India · Jun 29, 2022

Udaipur murder | Timely action by Rajasthan police would have saved tailor’s life, says AIMIM chief Owaisi; calls killing ‘act of terror’

When a person in Hyderabad issued threats to the suspended BJP spokesperson Nupur Sharma, Telangana police arrested him, Mr. Owaisi pointed out.

The Hindu · Jun 29, 2022

News channels lament India’s ‘Talibanisation’ after Udaipur killing, some blame Zubair

Rahul Shivshankar would like you to believe that Alt News cofounder Mohammed Zubair “enabled” the gruesome killing of a Hindu tailor in Rajasthan’s Udaipur.

Newslaundry · Jun 29, 2022

Chronicling the online campaign to jail Mohammed Zubair

On June 27, Alt News cofounder Mohammed Zubair was arrested for allegedly hurting Hindu religious sentiments. The supposed reason: a satirical post from four years ago that a now-deleted Twitter account called Hanuman Bhakt apparently found offensive and flagged to the Delhi police on June 19.

Newslaundry · Jun 29, 2022

Police in northwest India ban public gatherings, suspend internet after Hindu slain

Fearing outbreaks of religious violence, police in the Indian state of Rajasthan banned public gatherings and suspended internet services a day after two Muslims posted a video claiming responsibility for slaying a Hindu man.

Reuters · Jun 29, 2022