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India’s relationship with Iran has also been marked by regular high-level engagement. NEW DELHI: Iranian president Masoud Pezeshkian, amid the elevated tensions in West Asia, is set to visit New Delhi to attend the upcoming BRICS summit, Iranian sources told news agency ANI.Pezeshkian’s participation in the summit is scheduled to be held in the national capital in September.The visit assumes significance as India is hosting the 18th BRICS Summit under its 2026 chairship. The summit will be held under India’s theme of “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability”. India assumed the BRICS chairship from Brazil at the beginning of 2026.Iran has signalled that it sees India as a potential partner in efforts to ease tensions in West Asia, with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi saying New Delhi could play a greater role in de-escalating the ongoing crisis.Araghchi made the remarks during his visit to India in June for the BRICS foreign ministers’ Meeting. Speaking to reporters in New Delhi, he said Tehran did not see a military solution to the conflict and believed that negotiations offered the only viable way forward.“We will welcome any constructive role by India,” Araghchi said, signalling Iran’s openness to an Indian role in diplomatic efforts.His comments came as fighting and tensions continue to shape the security situation in West Asia following the outbreak of conflict on February 28 between Iran and the combined forces of the United States and Israel.India’s relationship with Iran has also been marked by regular high-level engagement. In October 2024, Iranian president Masoud Pezeshkian met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia. The two leaders discussed bilateral ties as well as developments in the region.Iran became a full member of BRICS in 2024, joining Egypt, Ethiopia and the United Arab Emirates as part of the group’s expansion. Indonesia became a full member in 2025, taking the total number of members to 11.During his latest visit, Araghchi also met external affairs minister S Jaishankar to discuss regional developments and Iran’s position on security around the Strait of Hormuz.Araghchi said Iran would continue to fulfil what he described as its historical responsibility for security in the strategically important waterway. He also sought to reassure countries that maintain friendly relations with Tehran about the safety of their commercial activity.“In fruitful engagement with my host external affairs minister S Jaishankar, discussed regional developments and clarified that Iran will always carry out historical duty as protector of security in Hormuz. Iran is a reliable partner of all friendly nations, who can rely on safety of commerce.”Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesThe Iranian government also highlighted Araghchi’s intervention at the BRICS meeting, where he spoke about reducing Western dominance and preventing political considerations from influencing international institutions.“FM Seyyed Abbas Araghchi delivers Iran’s statement at the BRICS foreign ministers’ meeting in India. He highlighted the importance of breaking Western hegemony and ensuring that international institutions remain free from political manipulation.”The statements come at a time when West Asia remains caught in a fragile stalemate, with tensions continuing to simmer amid the wider conflict between Iran and the United States and Israel. For India, Tehran’s invitation for a constructive role adds another dimension to its diplomatic engagement with both Iran and the wider region.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘RSS Vs Congress Govt’: Karnataka Cabinet Clears Bill To Curb Events At Public Spaces‘Peaceful Revolution’ Needed: Sonam Wangchuk Seeks New Leaders To Transform India Before 2047Air India Tightens Pilot Safety Checks After AI2379 Altitude Loss And Positive Marijuana TestJPSC-JSSC Stir Enters Day 20: Police Book 600 After Assembly March, Students Refuse To Back DownAkali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal Near Hazur Sahib Gurdwara, Assailant Uses Sharp Weapon | WatchPrajwal Revanna’s Jail Phone Had 90 Porn Videos, Senior Prison Official Suspended After Search’Is This The Way In Democracy?’Kharge Fumes, Raises Haldwani ‘Purification’ Row, Nadda Assures ProbeRed Fort Blast: UN Security Council Body Links Deadly Attack To AQIS; Reveals Grisly DetailsPit Bull Attack in Patiala Couple Suffers Multiple Injuries- Wife Undergoes SurgeryThreat Letter Targets Kashmiri Pandits In Kashmir, Employees Asked To Stay Alert Amid Security Fear123PhotostoriesIndependence Day Special: 7 historic Delhi eateries that have been serving since before 19475 yellow vegetables that may support eye health, immunity and healthy ageing10 foods that were once considered disgusting but became delicaciesIndependence Day: 10 rare photos that bring India’s freedom struggle to lifeLove dal, roti and dairy? 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India’s relationship with Iran has also been marked by regular high-level engagement. NEW DELHI: Iranian president Masoud Pezeshkian, amid the elevated tensions in West Asia, is set to visit New Delhi to attend the upcoming BRICS summit, Iranian sources told news agency ANI.Pezeshkian’s participation in the summit is scheduled to be held in the national capital in September.The visit assumes significance as India is hosting the 18th BRICS Summit under its 2026 chairship. The summit will be held under India’s theme of “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability”. India assumed the BRICS chairship from Brazil at the beginning of 2026.Iran has signalled that it sees India as a potential partner in efforts to ease tensions in West Asia, with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi saying New Delhi could play a greater role in de-escalating the ongoing crisis.Araghchi made the remarks during his visit to India in June for the BRICS foreign ministers’ Meeting. Speaking to reporters in New Delhi, he said Tehran did not see a military solution to the conflict and believed that negotiations offered the only viable way forward.“We will welcome any constructive role by India,” Araghchi said, signalling Iran’s openness to an Indian role in diplomatic efforts.His comments came as fighting and tensions continue to shape the security situation in West Asia following the outbreak of conflict on February 28 between Iran and the combined forces of the United States and Israel.India’s relationship with Iran has also been marked by regular high-level engagement. In October 2024, Iranian president Masoud Pezeshkian met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia. The two leaders discussed bilateral ties as well as developments in the region.Iran became a full member of BRICS in 2024, joining Egypt, Ethiopia and the United Arab Emirates as part of the group’s expansion. Indonesia became a full member in 2025, taking the total number of members to 11.During his latest visit, Araghchi also met external affairs minister S Jaishankar to discuss regional developments and Iran’s position on security around the Strait of Hormuz.Araghchi said Iran would continue to fulfil what he described as its historical responsibility for security in the strategically important waterway. He also sought to reassure countries that maintain friendly relations with Tehran about the safety of their commercial activity.“In fruitful engagement with my host external affairs minister S Jaishankar, discussed regional developments and clarified that Iran will always carry out historical duty as protector of security in Hormuz. Iran is a reliable partner of all friendly nations, who can rely on safety of commerce.”Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesThe Iranian government also highlighted Araghchi’s intervention at the BRICS meeting, where he spoke about reducing Western dominance and preventing political considerations from influencing international institutions.“FM Seyyed Abbas Araghchi delivers Iran’s statement at the BRICS foreign ministers’ meeting in India. He highlighted the importance of breaking Western hegemony and ensuring that international institutions remain free from political manipulation.”The statements come at a time when West Asia remains caught in a fragile stalemate, with tensions continuing to simmer amid the wider conflict between Iran and the United States and Israel. For India, Tehran’s invitation for a constructive role adds another dimension to its diplomatic engagement with both Iran and the wider region.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘RSS Vs Congress Govt’: Karnataka Cabinet Clears Bill To Curb Events At Public Spaces‘Peaceful Revolution’ Needed: Sonam Wangchuk Seeks New Leaders To Transform India Before 2047Air India Tightens Pilot Safety Checks After AI2379 Altitude Loss And Positive Marijuana TestJPSC-JSSC Stir Enters Day 20: Police Book 600 After Assembly March, Students Refuse To Back DownAkali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal Near Hazur Sahib Gurdwara, Assailant Uses Sharp Weapon | WatchPrajwal Revanna’s Jail Phone Had 90 Porn Videos, Senior Prison Official Suspended After Search’Is This The Way In Democracy?’Kharge Fumes, Raises Haldwani ‘Purification’ Row, Nadda Assures ProbeRed Fort Blast: UN Security Council Body Links Deadly Attack To AQIS; Reveals Grisly DetailsPit Bull Attack in Patiala Couple Suffers Multiple Injuries- Wife Undergoes SurgeryThreat Letter Targets Kashmiri Pandits In Kashmir, Employees Asked To Stay Alert Amid Security Fear123PhotostoriesIndependence Day Special: 7 historic Delhi eateries that have been serving since before 19475 yellow vegetables that may support eye health, immunity and healthy ageing10 foods that were once considered disgusting but became delicaciesIndependence Day: 10 rare photos that bring India’s freedom struggle to lifeLove dal, roti and dairy? 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Iran president Pezeshkian to visit India for BRICS summit amid Middle East tensions
India’s relationship with Iran has also been marked by regular high-level engagement.

NEW DELHI: Iranian president Masoud Pezeshkian, amid the elevated tensions in West Asia, is set to visit New Delhi to attend the upcoming BRICS summit, Iranian sources told news agency ANI.Pezeshkian’s participation in the summit is scheduled to be held in the national capital in September.The visit assumes significance as India is hosting the 18th BRICS Summit under its 2026 chairship. The summit will be held under India’s theme of “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability”. India assumed the BRICS chairship from Brazil at the beginning of 2026.Iran has signalled that it sees India as a potential partner in efforts to ease tensions in West Asia, with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi saying New Delhi could play a greater role in de-escalating the ongoing crisis.Araghchi made the remarks during his visit to India in June for the BRICS foreign ministers’ Meeting. Speaking to reporters in New Delhi, he said Tehran did not see a military solution to the conflict and believed that negotiations offered the only viable way forward.“We will welcome any constructive role by India,” Araghchi said, signalling Iran’s openness to an Indian role in diplomatic efforts.His comments came as fighting and tensions continue to shape the security situation in West Asia following the outbreak of conflict on February 28 between Iran and the combined forces of the United States and Israel.India’s relationship with Iran has also been marked by regular high-level engagement. In October 2024, Iranian president Masoud Pezeshkian met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia. The two leaders discussed bilateral ties as well as developments in the region.Iran became a full member of BRICS in 2024, joining Egypt, Ethiopia and the United Arab Emirates as part of the group’s expansion. Indonesia became a full member in 2025, taking the total number of members to 11.During his latest visit, Araghchi also met external affairs minister S Jaishankar to discuss regional developments and Iran’s position on security around the Strait of Hormuz.Araghchi said Iran would continue to fulfil what he described as its historical responsibility for security in the strategically important waterway. He also sought to reassure countries that maintain friendly relations with Tehran about the safety of their commercial activity.“In fruitful engagement with my host external affairs minister S Jaishankar, discussed regional developments and clarified that Iran will always carry out historical duty as protector of security in Hormuz. Iran is a reliable partner of all friendly nations, who can rely on safety of commerce.”

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Former TMC MLA Nirmal Ghosh was attacked outside a West Bengal police station. He was arrested in RG Kar victim’s ‘hurried’ cremation case. NEW DELHI: Former TMC MLA Nirmal Ghosh, arrested in connection with the alleged “hurried cremation” of the RG Kar rape-murder victim, was attacked by a mob outside Khardah Police Station in West Bengal’s North 24 Parganas district on Friday.Ghosh, who was arrested in Odisha a day earlier, was being escorted to a prison van to be produced before the Barrackpore sub-divisional court when the crowd broke through the security cordon and attacked him with blows and kicks. Protesters also threw footwear, eggs and muck at the former MLA.Police and RAF personnel formed a tight cordon around Ghosh and placed a helmet over his head to shield him from the assault. By the time he was taken to the court lock-up, stains of egg and muck were visible on his white kurta.The former TMC MLA also faced protests at Barrackpore court, where a group of people waiting outside shouted “chor, chor” as police rushed him inside.Another accused in the case, former Panihati municipality councillor Sanjib Mukherjee, was also confronted by protesters while being escorted to the vehicle. Mukherjee, reportedly a close aide of Ghosh, was allegedly present at the Panihati crematorium when the doctor’s body was brought there after the autopsy.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesThe police have also named former Panihati municipality chairman Somnath Dey as an accused, but he remains absconding.The arrests followed a fresh complaint filed by the victim’s father on Monday, which was subsequently converted into an FIR. The complaint alleges that Ghosh, who was then the sitting MLA from Panihati, used his influence along with Mukherjee and Dey to ensure that his daughter’s body was cremated in haste against the family’s wishes.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘RSS Vs Congress Govt’: Karnataka Cabinet Clears Bill To Curb Events At Public Spaces‘Peaceful Revolution’ Needed: Sonam Wangchuk Seeks New Leaders To Transform India Before 2047Air India Tightens Pilot Safety Checks After AI2379 Altitude Loss And Positive Marijuana TestJPSC-JSSC Stir Enters Day 20: Police Book 600 After Assembly March, Students Refuse To Back DownAkali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal Near Hazur Sahib Gurdwara, Assailant Uses Sharp Weapon | WatchPrajwal Revanna’s Jail Phone Had 90 Porn Videos, Senior Prison Official Suspended After Search’Is This The Way In Democracy?’Kharge Fumes, Raises Haldwani ‘Purification’ Row, Nadda Assures ProbeRed Fort Blast: UN Security Council Body Links Deadly Attack To AQIS; Reveals Grisly DetailsPit Bull Attack in Patiala Couple Suffers Multiple Injuries- Wife Undergoes SurgeryThreat Letter Targets Kashmiri Pandits In Kashmir, Employees Asked To Stay Alert Amid Security Fear123Photostories5 red vegetables rich in fibre: Simple ways to add them to Indian mealsIndependence Day Special: 7 historic Delhi eateries that have been serving since before 19475 yellow vegetables that may support eye health, immunity and healthy ageing10 foods that were once considered disgusting but became delicaciesIndependence Day: 10 rare photos that bring India’s freedom struggle to lifeLove dal, roti and dairy? These everyday foods could actually be upsetting your stomach7 Indian foods that became symbols of resistance during the freedom struggle2 Indian dishes among ‘Top 100 Seafood Dishes in the World’, detailed recipes inside10 foods in your kitchen that are most likely to be adulterated and how to check their purityFrom Smoothies to Toast: 10 nutritious ways to eat banana for breakfast123Hot PicksDelhi MetroRajasthan UCCDelhi trafficJharkhand protestEast Coast Railway GDCE recruitmentMP Class 10, 12 timetableIran warKarnataka bandhUP NEET UG counsellingTop TrendingOil Prices TodayIndiGo Fight CancelledDelhi High Court Bomb ThreatAmbala Sikh Community ProtestManan KumarVirender Singh BasoyaJP NaddaWeather TomorrowBengaluru RapidoAbhijeet Dipke

Former TMC MLA Nirmal Ghosh was attacked outside a West Bengal police station. He was arrested in RG Kar victim’s ‘hurried’ cremation case. NEW DELHI: Former TMC MLA Nirmal Ghosh, arrested in connection with the alleged “hurried cremation” of the RG Kar rape-murder victim, was attacked by a mob outside Khardah Police Station in West Bengal’s North 24 Parganas district on Friday.Ghosh, who was arrested in Odisha a day earlier, was being escorted to a prison van to be produced before the Barrackpore sub-divisional court when the crowd broke through the security cordon and attacked him with blows and kicks. Protesters also threw footwear, eggs and muck at the former MLA.Police and RAF personnel formed a tight cordon around Ghosh and placed a helmet over his head to shield him from the assault. By the time he was taken to the court lock-up, stains of egg and muck were visible on his white kurta.The former TMC MLA also faced protests at Barrackpore court, where a group of people waiting outside shouted “chor, chor” as police rushed him inside.Another accused in the case, former Panihati municipality councillor Sanjib Mukherjee, was also confronted by protesters while being escorted to the vehicle. Mukherjee, reportedly a close aide of Ghosh, was allegedly present at the Panihati crematorium when the doctor’s body was brought there after the autopsy.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesThe police have also named former Panihati municipality chairman Somnath Dey as an accused, but he remains absconding.The arrests followed a fresh complaint filed by the victim’s father on Monday, which was subsequently converted into an FIR. The complaint alleges that Ghosh, who was then the sitting MLA from Panihati, used his influence along with Mukherjee and Dey to ensure that his daughter’s body was cremated in haste against the family’s wishes.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘RSS Vs Congress Govt’: Karnataka Cabinet Clears Bill To Curb Events At Public Spaces‘Peaceful Revolution’ Needed: Sonam Wangchuk Seeks New Leaders To Transform India Before 2047Air India Tightens Pilot Safety Checks After AI2379 Altitude Loss And Positive Marijuana TestJPSC-JSSC Stir Enters Day 20: Police Book 600 After Assembly March, Students Refuse To Back DownAkali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal Near Hazur Sahib Gurdwara, Assailant Uses Sharp Weapon | WatchPrajwal Revanna’s Jail Phone Had 90 Porn Videos, Senior Prison Official Suspended After Search’Is This The Way In Democracy?’Kharge Fumes, Raises Haldwani ‘Purification’ Row, Nadda Assures ProbeRed Fort Blast: UN Security Council Body Links Deadly Attack To AQIS; Reveals Grisly DetailsPit Bull Attack in Patiala Couple Suffers Multiple Injuries- Wife Undergoes SurgeryThreat Letter Targets Kashmiri Pandits In Kashmir, Employees Asked To Stay Alert Amid Security Fear123Photostories5 red vegetables rich in fibre: Simple ways to add them to Indian mealsIndependence Day Special: 7 historic Delhi eateries that have been serving since before 19475 yellow vegetables that may support eye health, immunity and healthy ageing10 foods that were once considered disgusting but became delicaciesIndependence Day: 10 rare photos that bring India’s freedom struggle to lifeLove dal, roti and dairy? These everyday foods could actually be upsetting your stomach7 Indian foods that became symbols of resistance during the freedom struggle2 Indian dishes among ‘Top 100 Seafood Dishes in the World’, detailed recipes inside10 foods in your kitchen that are most likely to be adulterated and how to check their purityFrom Smoothies to Toast: 10 nutritious ways to eat banana for breakfast123Hot PicksDelhi MetroRajasthan UCCDelhi trafficJharkhand protestEast Coast Railway GDCE recruitmentMP Class 10, 12 timetableIran warKarnataka bandhUP NEET UG counsellingTop TrendingOil Prices TodayIndiGo Fight CancelledDelhi High Court Bomb ThreatAmbala Sikh Community ProtestManan KumarVirender Singh BasoyaJP NaddaWeather TomorrowBengaluru RapidoAbhijeet Dipke

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Surrendered women naxals walk on the ramp during a participation in a Tribal fashion show programme. NEW DELHI: For nine women from Chhattisgarh’s Naxal-affected Bastar region, the stage in Raipur offered a strikingly different kind of experience. Once part of an armed insurgency, they recently walked the ramp in handloom outfits at a National Handloom Day event, as part of efforts to help surrendered Naxalites rebuild their lives.The women, all from Sukma, took part in a Swadeshi fashion show organised as part of rehabilitation efforts for former Naxalites.Sukma SP Mayank Gurjar said the event also gave them an opportunity to promote Swadeshi products.For some of the women, the experience was unlike anything they had done before. One former Naxalite, who had worked with the Pamed Area Committee, said she surrendered in 2026 and travelled to Raipur for six days of training before taking part in the programme.”I used to work in the Pamed Area Committee. I surrendered in 2026. We went to Raipur recently. There, we were trained by people who had come from Bombay…prominent ministers also came. The training was of six days…it was the first time we did something like that…we enjoyed it,” the former Naxalite told news agency ANI.Another participant, Poonam Devi, said her journey with the Naxalite movement had begun in November 2007. She surrendered on July 12, 2025, bringing that chapter of her life to an end.”I surrendered on July 12, 2025. I liked the program…we were trained for it…I joined the Naxals in November 2007 and left in 2025,” she said.According to Gurjar, the women’s participation reflects the opportunities being offered under the rehabilitation policies of the Central and Chhattisgarh governments to those who surrender and choose to return to mainstream society.”As you all know, through the rehabilitation policy of the Government of India and the Chhattisgarh Government, various benefits and advantages are being provided to surrendered Naxalites. In that context, on National Handloom Day, nine surrendered women who had surrendered in Sukma participated in a Swadeshi fashion show,” he said.The nine women had held different positions within the Naxalite organisation. Some were associated with the Pamed Area Committee, while others had served as gunners for senior Naxalite commanders in Battalion Number 1. One had worked as a school teacher within the organisation, according to the SP.”Among the nine surrendered women, some were working in the Pamed Area Committee. Some worked as gunners for major Naxalite commanders in Battalion Number 1. One of the surrendered women Naxalites was working as a teacher in a school,” Gurjar said.Their past also included handling weapons. Gurjar said one of the women had carried an INSAS rifle and that the participants had surrendered around six months earlier.Now, instead of carrying weapons, the women are being encouraged to explore skills and opportunities that can help them build a different future.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesGurjar said their participation in the fashion show showed a change in their outlook and suggested that their confidence in the rehabilitation process was growing.”They are now actively promoting Swadeshi products and refining their artistic skills,” he said.For women who once lived amid the forests and violence of the Naxal movement, walking a ramp in handloom clothing may appear like a small moment. But within the larger rehabilitation effort, it represents something much more significant, a visible step away from an armed past and towards an ordinary life.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘RSS Vs Congress Govt’: Karnataka Cabinet Clears Bill To Curb Events At Public Spaces‘Peaceful Revolution’ Needed: Sonam Wangchuk Seeks New Leaders To Transform India Before 2047Air India Tightens Pilot Safety Checks After AI2379 Altitude Loss And Positive Marijuana TestJPSC-JSSC Stir Enters Day 20: Police Book 600 After Assembly March, Students Refuse To Back DownAkali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal Near Hazur Sahib Gurdwara, Assailant Uses Sharp Weapon | WatchPrajwal Revanna’s Jail Phone Had 90 Porn Videos, Senior Prison Official Suspended After Search’Is This The Way In Democracy?’Kharge Fumes, Raises Haldwani ‘Purification’ Row, Nadda Assures ProbeRed Fort Blast: UN Security Council Body Links Deadly Attack To AQIS; Reveals Grisly DetailsPit Bull Attack in Patiala Couple Suffers Multiple Injuries- Wife Undergoes SurgeryThreat Letter Targets Kashmiri Pandits In Kashmir, Employees Asked To Stay Alert Amid Security Fear123Photostories5 red vegetables rich in fibre: Simple ways to add them to Indian mealsIndependence Day Special: 7 historic Delhi eateries that have been serving since before 19475 yellow vegetables that may support eye health, immunity and healthy ageing10 foods that were once considered disgusting but became delicaciesIndependence Day: 10 rare photos that bring India’s freedom struggle to lifeLove dal, roti and dairy? 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Surrendered women naxals walk on the ramp during a participation in a Tribal fashion show programme. NEW DELHI: For nine women from Chhattisgarh’s Naxal-affected Bastar region, the stage in Raipur offered a strikingly different kind of experience. Once part of an armed insurgency, they recently walked the ramp in handloom outfits at a National Handloom Day event, as part of efforts to help surrendered Naxalites rebuild their lives.The women, all from Sukma, took part in a Swadeshi fashion show organised as part of rehabilitation efforts for former Naxalites.Sukma SP Mayank Gurjar said the event also gave them an opportunity to promote Swadeshi products.For some of the women, the experience was unlike anything they had done before. One former Naxalite, who had worked with the Pamed Area Committee, said she surrendered in 2026 and travelled to Raipur for six days of training before taking part in the programme.”I used to work in the Pamed Area Committee. I surrendered in 2026. We went to Raipur recently. There, we were trained by people who had come from Bombay…prominent ministers also came. The training was of six days…it was the first time we did something like that…we enjoyed it,” the former Naxalite told news agency ANI.Another participant, Poonam Devi, said her journey with the Naxalite movement had begun in November 2007. She surrendered on July 12, 2025, bringing that chapter of her life to an end.”I surrendered on July 12, 2025. I liked the program…we were trained for it…I joined the Naxals in November 2007 and left in 2025,” she said.According to Gurjar, the women’s participation reflects the opportunities being offered under the rehabilitation policies of the Central and Chhattisgarh governments to those who surrender and choose to return to mainstream society.”As you all know, through the rehabilitation policy of the Government of India and the Chhattisgarh Government, various benefits and advantages are being provided to surrendered Naxalites. In that context, on National Handloom Day, nine surrendered women who had surrendered in Sukma participated in a Swadeshi fashion show,” he said.The nine women had held different positions within the Naxalite organisation. Some were associated with the Pamed Area Committee, while others had served as gunners for senior Naxalite commanders in Battalion Number 1. One had worked as a school teacher within the organisation, according to the SP.”Among the nine surrendered women, some were working in the Pamed Area Committee. Some worked as gunners for major Naxalite commanders in Battalion Number 1. One of the surrendered women Naxalites was working as a teacher in a school,” Gurjar said.Their past also included handling weapons. Gurjar said one of the women had carried an INSAS rifle and that the participants had surrendered around six months earlier.Now, instead of carrying weapons, the women are being encouraged to explore skills and opportunities that can help them build a different future.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesGurjar said their participation in the fashion show showed a change in their outlook and suggested that their confidence in the rehabilitation process was growing.”They are now actively promoting Swadeshi products and refining their artistic skills,” he said.For women who once lived amid the forests and violence of the Naxal movement, walking a ramp in handloom clothing may appear like a small moment. But within the larger rehabilitation effort, it represents something much more significant, a visible step away from an armed past and towards an ordinary life.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘RSS Vs Congress Govt’: Karnataka Cabinet Clears Bill To Curb Events At Public Spaces‘Peaceful Revolution’ Needed: Sonam Wangchuk Seeks New Leaders To Transform India Before 2047Air India Tightens Pilot Safety Checks After AI2379 Altitude Loss And Positive Marijuana TestJPSC-JSSC Stir Enters Day 20: Police Book 600 After Assembly March, Students Refuse To Back DownAkali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal Near Hazur Sahib Gurdwara, Assailant Uses Sharp Weapon | WatchPrajwal Revanna’s Jail Phone Had 90 Porn Videos, Senior Prison Official Suspended After Search’Is This The Way In Democracy?’Kharge Fumes, Raises Haldwani ‘Purification’ Row, Nadda Assures ProbeRed Fort Blast: UN Security Council Body Links Deadly Attack To AQIS; Reveals Grisly DetailsPit Bull Attack in Patiala Couple Suffers Multiple Injuries- Wife Undergoes SurgeryThreat Letter Targets Kashmiri Pandits In Kashmir, Employees Asked To Stay Alert Amid Security Fear123Photostories5 red vegetables rich in fibre: Simple ways to add them to Indian mealsIndependence Day Special: 7 historic Delhi eateries that have been serving since before 19475 yellow vegetables that may support eye health, immunity and healthy ageing10 foods that were once considered disgusting but became delicaciesIndependence Day: 10 rare photos that bring India’s freedom struggle to lifeLove dal, roti and dairy? These everyday foods could actually be upsetting your stomach7 Indian foods that became symbols of resistance during the freedom struggle2 Indian dishes among ‘Top 100 Seafood Dishes in the World’, detailed recipes inside10 foods in your kitchen that are most likely to be adulterated and how to check their purityFrom Smoothies to Toast: 10 nutritious ways to eat banana for breakfast123Hot PicksDelhi MetroRajasthan UCCDelhi trafficJharkhand protestEast Coast Railway GDCE recruitmentMP Class 10, 12 timetableIran warKarnataka bandhUP NEET UG counsellingTop TrendingOil Prices TodayIndiGo Fight CancelledDelhi High Court Bomb ThreatAmbala Sikh Community ProtestManan KumarVirender Singh BasoyaJP NaddaAbhijeet DipkeWeather TomorrowShakeel Noorani

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CJI Surya Kant rebukes BCI over NALSAR enrolment ban, says students have right to protest peacefully. NEW DELHI: Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Friday strongly disapproved of the Bar Council of India’s now-revoked decision to stop enrolment of 2026 graduates of Hyderabad’s NALSAR University of Law as advocates after students opposed his invitation as chief guest for the university’s convocation. The Supreme Court said students had a right to protest peacefully and stayed any coercive action against NALSAR students or faculty by the BCI or state Bar Councils.”If students are protesting peacefully, who is BCI to take action? It is the right of the students to protest peacefully. It is a dialogue between students and me. No one else has to step in,” the CJI said.The bench, comprising CJI Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana, said the BCI’s action was “absolutely uncalled for”. The court posted the matter for hearing after two weeks.Also read: ‘Uncalled for’: CJI pulls up Bar Council of India over threat of action against NALSAR studentsThe controversy began after a section of NALSAR students urged the university to reconsider inviting CJI Kant as chief guest for its upcoming convocation. The students had cited his reported remarks during a hearing on alleged police excesses against protesters during the July 20 march to Parliament.How the NALSAR row beganAt least six representations were submitted to the NALSAR administration from students of different batches, with the first being submitted on July 23. The students objected to the proposed invitation and referred to remarks attributed to the CJI during the hearing.One of the representations cited his response to an offer to show videos of the alleged police action: “We are not interested in videos; we don’t have time to watch.” The letter also quoted him as telling counsel: “Don’t waste our time, and don’t waste your time”.The students argued that inviting the CJI conflicted with the university’s stated commitment to constitutional rights and access to justice.Also read: NALSAR students oppose CJI Surya Kant as convocation chief guest”A convocation is meant to be a moment where the University’s own values, including a commitment to constitutional rights, access to justice, and reasoned engagement with grievances, are visibly reflected in the choices it makes. We feel that receiving our degrees from a dignitary whose recent public conduct, as reported, appears dismissive of serious allegations of police brutality against protesting citizens sits uncomfortably with what we have been taught to value during our time at NALSAR.”Five subsequent representations from different batches supported the concerns raised in the initial letter. Students claimed that hundreds had backed the representations, although the numbers could not be independently verified.”We respect the CJI’s position. But we have been taught the Constitution and constitutional values, and we don’t want to support something that goes against those values,” a student who was also part of the Student Bar Council told TOI.BCI threatens to block enrolmentThe issue escalated on Thursday when BCI chairperson Manan Kumar Mishra directed state Bar Councils not to enrol NALSAR’s 2026 law graduates as advocates until further orders.Also read: BCI bars Nalsar students over CJI Surya Kant protest, retractsThe BCI sought a factual report from NALSAR on those who had allegedly initiated, organised or mobilised the campaign against CJI Kant’s participation in the convocation.“Till further orders, no student of Nalsar University of Law, who has obtained law degree in the year 2026, shall be enrolled by any state bar council as an advocate.”Mishra said the final decision would be taken on August 19 after receiving a report from the university’s vice-chancellor. He also asked NALSAR to distinguish between students who merely signed or supported representations and those who organised or coordinated the campaign or proposed an actual boycott.The BCI’s initial letter also said, “A student of Law, having no regard or respect for the highest judicial office of the country, is not expected to be a responsible or sensible advocate, teacher or a judge. Such persons shall always be a liability on the profession. Such conduct reflects adversely upon the person’s suitability for entry into or association with the legal profession and is inconsistent with the dignity, discipline and ethical standards of the legal profession.”The council further alleged that some academic staff had been involved in “misleading, instigating and misguiding” students.“As per some reliable sources, there exists groupism and dirty politics among some of the academic staff and they have played a very active role in misleading, instigating and misguiding the students. This is a very serious matter. The teachers, instead of involving themselves in their teaching job, are doing nasty politics in the campus. BCI, being the regulator of Legal Education cannot be a mute spectator of such a serious situation.”The decision triggered criticism, including from Supreme Court Bar Association president Vikas Singh, who called the move arbitrary, illegal and disproportionate, although he said he did not support the students’ opposition to the CJI’s invitation.BCI retracts order within hoursThe BCI withdrew its initial directive later on Thursday following widespread criticism.In its revised communication, Mishra said the council had “thoroughly discussed and deliberated” on the earlier letter and modified its direction.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesHe said the “vast majority” of NALSAR’s 2026 graduating students were innocent and “were not inclined to take part in the move of disrespect”. However, he added that “It has been further reported by some reliable sources that a handful of teachers and outsiders were instrumental in instigating innocent students.”The BCI subsequently allowed the 2026 graduates to be enrolled while awaiting an inquiry report from NALSAR.On Friday, the Supreme Court’s intervention effectively brought the focus back to the students’ right to peacefully express their disagreement with the proposed convocation invitation.Kant said the matter represented a direct dialogue between the students and him, making clear that other institutions should not intervene in the students’ peaceful protest.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘RSS Vs Congress Govt’: Karnataka Cabinet Clears Bill To Curb Events At Public Spaces‘Peaceful Revolution’ Needed: Sonam Wangchuk Seeks New Leaders To Transform India Before 2047Air India Tightens Pilot Safety Checks After AI2379 Altitude Loss And Positive Marijuana TestJPSC-JSSC Stir Enters Day 20: Police Book 600 After Assembly March, Students Refuse To Back DownAkali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal Near Hazur Sahib Gurdwara, Assailant Uses Sharp Weapon | WatchPrajwal Revanna’s Jail Phone Had 90 Porn Videos, Senior Prison Official Suspended After Search’Is This The Way In Democracy?’Kharge Fumes, Raises Haldwani ‘Purification’ Row, Nadda Assures ProbeRed Fort Blast: UN Security Council Body Links Deadly Attack To AQIS; Reveals Grisly DetailsPit Bull Attack in Patiala Couple Suffers Multiple Injuries- Wife Undergoes SurgeryThreat Letter Targets Kashmiri Pandits In Kashmir, Employees Asked To Stay Alert Amid Security Fear123Photostories5 red vegetables rich in fibre: Simple ways to add them to Indian mealsIndependence Day Special: 7 historic Delhi eateries that have been serving since before 19475 yellow vegetables that may support eye health, immunity and healthy ageing10 foods that were once considered disgusting but became delicaciesIndependence Day: 10 rare photos that bring India’s freedom struggle to lifeLove dal, roti and dairy? These everyday foods could actually be upsetting your stomach7 Indian foods that became symbols of resistance during the freedom struggle2 Indian dishes among ‘Top 100 Seafood Dishes in the World’, detailed recipes inside10 foods in your kitchen that are most likely to be adulterated and how to check their purityFrom Smoothies to Toast: 10 nutritious ways to eat banana for breakfast123Hot PicksDelhi MetroRajasthan UCCDelhi trafficJharkhand protestEast Coast Railway GDCE recruitmentMP Class 10, 12 timetableIran warKarnataka bandhUP NEET UG counsellingTop TrendingOil Prices TodayIndiGo Fight CancelledDelhi High Court Bomb ThreatAmbala Sikh Community ProtestVirender Singh BasoyaGujarat SuicideJP NaddaAbhijeet DipkeWeather TomorrowShakeel Noorani

CJI Surya Kant rebukes BCI over NALSAR enrolment ban, says students have right to protest peacefully. NEW DELHI: Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Friday strongly disapproved of the Bar Council of India’s now-revoked decision to stop enrolment of 2026 graduates of Hyderabad’s NALSAR University of Law as advocates after students opposed his invitation as chief guest for the university’s convocation. The Supreme Court said students had a right to protest peacefully and stayed any coercive action against NALSAR students or faculty by the BCI or state Bar Councils.”If students are protesting peacefully, who is BCI to take action? It is the right of the students to protest peacefully. It is a dialogue between students and me. No one else has to step in,” the CJI said.The bench, comprising CJI Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana, said the BCI’s action was “absolutely uncalled for”. The court posted the matter for hearing after two weeks.Also read: ‘Uncalled for’: CJI pulls up Bar Council of India over threat of action against NALSAR studentsThe controversy began after a section of NALSAR students urged the university to reconsider inviting CJI Kant as chief guest for its upcoming convocation. The students had cited his reported remarks during a hearing on alleged police excesses against protesters during the July 20 march to Parliament.How the NALSAR row beganAt least six representations were submitted to the NALSAR administration from students of different batches, with the first being submitted on July 23. The students objected to the proposed invitation and referred to remarks attributed to the CJI during the hearing.One of the representations cited his response to an offer to show videos of the alleged police action: “We are not interested in videos; we don’t have time to watch.” The letter also quoted him as telling counsel: “Don’t waste our time, and don’t waste your time”.The students argued that inviting the CJI conflicted with the university’s stated commitment to constitutional rights and access to justice.Also read: NALSAR students oppose CJI Surya Kant as convocation chief guest”A convocation is meant to be a moment where the University’s own values, including a commitment to constitutional rights, access to justice, and reasoned engagement with grievances, are visibly reflected in the choices it makes. We feel that receiving our degrees from a dignitary whose recent public conduct, as reported, appears dismissive of serious allegations of police brutality against protesting citizens sits uncomfortably with what we have been taught to value during our time at NALSAR.”Five subsequent representations from different batches supported the concerns raised in the initial letter. Students claimed that hundreds had backed the representations, although the numbers could not be independently verified.”We respect the CJI’s position. But we have been taught the Constitution and constitutional values, and we don’t want to support something that goes against those values,” a student who was also part of the Student Bar Council told TOI.BCI threatens to block enrolmentThe issue escalated on Thursday when BCI chairperson Manan Kumar Mishra directed state Bar Councils not to enrol NALSAR’s 2026 law graduates as advocates until further orders.Also read: BCI bars Nalsar students over CJI Surya Kant protest, retractsThe BCI sought a factual report from NALSAR on those who had allegedly initiated, organised or mobilised the campaign against CJI Kant’s participation in the convocation.“Till further orders, no student of Nalsar University of Law, who has obtained law degree in the year 2026, shall be enrolled by any state bar council as an advocate.”Mishra said the final decision would be taken on August 19 after receiving a report from the university’s vice-chancellor. He also asked NALSAR to distinguish between students who merely signed or supported representations and those who organised or coordinated the campaign or proposed an actual boycott.The BCI’s initial letter also said, “A student of Law, having no regard or respect for the highest judicial office of the country, is not expected to be a responsible or sensible advocate, teacher or a judge. Such persons shall always be a liability on the profession. Such conduct reflects adversely upon the person’s suitability for entry into or association with the legal profession and is inconsistent with the dignity, discipline and ethical standards of the legal profession.”The council further alleged that some academic staff had been involved in “misleading, instigating and misguiding” students.“As per some reliable sources, there exists groupism and dirty politics among some of the academic staff and they have played a very active role in misleading, instigating and misguiding the students. This is a very serious matter. The teachers, instead of involving themselves in their teaching job, are doing nasty politics in the campus. BCI, being the regulator of Legal Education cannot be a mute spectator of such a serious situation.”The decision triggered criticism, including from Supreme Court Bar Association president Vikas Singh, who called the move arbitrary, illegal and disproportionate, although he said he did not support the students’ opposition to the CJI’s invitation.BCI retracts order within hoursThe BCI withdrew its initial directive later on Thursday following widespread criticism.In its revised communication, Mishra said the council had “thoroughly discussed and deliberated” on the earlier letter and modified its direction.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesHe said the “vast majority” of NALSAR’s 2026 graduating students were innocent and “were not inclined to take part in the move of disrespect”. However, he added that “It has been further reported by some reliable sources that a handful of teachers and outsiders were instrumental in instigating innocent students.”The BCI subsequently allowed the 2026 graduates to be enrolled while awaiting an inquiry report from NALSAR.On Friday, the Supreme Court’s intervention effectively brought the focus back to the students’ right to peacefully express their disagreement with the proposed convocation invitation.Kant said the matter represented a direct dialogue between the students and him, making clear that other institutions should not intervene in the students’ peaceful protest.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. 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