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2 Carrying “Lethal Weapons” At Karnataka ‘Hijab’ Protest Arrested: Police

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2 Carrying “Lethal Weapons” At Karnataka ‘Hijab’ Protest Arrested: Police

Two men have been arrested in Kundapur, Karnataka’s Udupi district, for carrying a deadly weapon while protesting at a government university over the right of students to wear headscarves in class.
The defendants – at least one of whom are repeat offenders – have been charged with attempted murder, rioting with a deadly weapon and criminal conspiracy. They were part of a group of five who roamed around the protest site on Friday and are not believed to be part of the student unrest.

“Two arrested, three absconded. We are trying to track them down. They have a knife, they are not locals. They are from Gangolli. They have been sent to judicial custody. The case is under investigation,” ST Siddalingappa, Ukrainian The additional SP of Dupi police told news agency ANI.

One of the accused was from a nearby village, police told NDTV. Police also said they were looking for three other defendants. It is unclear if they have any political affiliation.

Acting on information received upon arrival at the protest site, Kundapur police arrested two accused; the other three managed to flee the scene. The two arrested, Rajab, 41, and Abdul Majid, 32, have seven cases against him. The cases against the two were filed at the police station in Gangolli village, near Kundapur town.

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Protests over the right to wear the hijab have increased among university students in the region over the past week, while other students wearing saffron scarves have sparked an ominous reaction.

Video from a protest scene in Kundapur on Saturday showed some students wearing scarves over their university uniforms and shouting “Jai Shri Ram” as they went to university. Other videos showed police dispersing a group of saffron protesters who had gathered near the market and shouted slogans.

On the same day, 40 hijab-clad schoolgirls protested in front of the gates of an arts and sciences college in Kundapur. College staff refused to let the girls on campus.

The students — aged between 18 and 20 who missed a second day in a row — demanded to know why their colleges banned hijabs when the rules didn’t.

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40 Muslim male students protested in solidarity with their female classmates. The previous day, another university in Kundapur staged the same scene, with authorities announcing an overnight ban on hijabs after other students began wearing saffron shawls. To avoid community tension, Muslim students are being asked not to wear hijabs to class.

Karnataka Home Minister Araga Jnanendra has said that students “should not wear hijabs or saffron scarves” in class.

The protests also sparked a political spat between the ruling BJP and the opposition Congress, with Rahul Gandhi accusing the former of “robbing India of her daughter’s future”.

Complete News Source : NDTV

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Delhi Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 22.05 °C, check weather forecast for October 22, 2024

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Delhi Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 22.05 °C, check weather forecast for October 22, 2024

Check the weather forecast and air quality updates for Delhi on October 22, 2024 here.

The temperature in Delhi today, on October 22, 2024, is 32.93 °C. The day’s forecast indicates a minimum and maximum temperature of 22.05 °C and 35.04 °C, respectively. The relative humidity is 26% and the wind speed is 26 km/h. The sun rose at 06:26 AM and will set at 05:44 PM.

Tomorrow, on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, Delhi is predicted to experience a minimum and maximum temperature of 27.42 °C and 34.91 °C, respectively. Tomorrow humidity levels will be at 20%.

With temperatures ranging between 22.05 °C and 35.04 °C, prepare for a hot day and plan outdoor activities accordingly. If you are sensitive to heat, take note of the weather forecast and consider appropriate attire and activities suitable for the prevailing weather.

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The AQI in Delhi today stands at 334.0, falling in the very poor category. Everyone should be cautious. Children and people with respiratory diseases, such as asthma, should stay indoors and others should also limit their outdoor activities. Usage of masks and air purifying devices is advised. Being aware of the AQI helps one make informed decisions regarding one’s overall well-being while planning the day’s activities.

Weather and AQI predictions in Delhi for next 7 days:

DateTemperatureSky
October 23, 202432.93 °CSky is clear
October 24, 202432.69 °CSky is clear
October 25, 202432.5 °CSky is clear
October 26, 202432.07 °CSky is clear
October 27, 202430.69 °CSky is clear
October 28, 202431.29 °CSky is clear
October 29, 202432.09 °CSky is clear

Weather in other cities on October 22, 2024

CityTemperatureSky
Mumbai28.35 °CLight rain
Kolkata28.84 °CSky is clear
Chennai28.94 °CLight rain
Bengaluru25.53 °CModerate rain
Hyderabad27.75 °CModerate rain
Ahmedabad31.9 °CSky is clear
Delhi32.93 °CSky is clear

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