Lakhimpur Kheri violence news: BJP obstructing justice by not sacking minister Ajay Mishra, says Rahul Gandhi

Don't forget Lakhimpur Kheri episode, take revenge through votes: RLD's Jayant Chaudhary

Ahead of next year's assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh, Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) chief Jayant Chaudhary on Monday asked people to not forget the Lakhimpur Kheri episode and take revenge for the atrocities on farmers though their votes.

Lakhimpur violence: Farmers to observe 'Shaheed Kisan Diwas' on October 12

Farmers protesting against the Centre's three contentious farm laws will observe 'Shaheed Kisan Diwas' on Tuesday to pay tribute to the four farmers who lost their lives in the Lakhimpur Kheri violence recently, a statement by the Samyukt Kisan Morcha said.

People from other states start arriving at Lakhimpur for 'antim ardas' of farmers

People from other states have started arriving at UP's Lakhimpur Kheri for the "antim ardas" of the farmers killed in violence there on October 3.

CPI-M seeks removal of MoS Ajay Mishra Teni over Lakhimpur Tehri violence

The Communist Party of India on Monday sought the removal of Union minister for home Ajay Mishra Teni, saying his son has been arrested in the Lakhimpur Kheri violence case and "justice will not be served with his continuation as minister"

Lakhimpur Kheri incident: Punjab Cong leaders observe 'maun vrat'

Several Punjab Congress leaders on Monday sat on a 'maun vrat' (vow of silence), seeking dismissal of Union minister Ajay Mishra in connection with Lakhimpur Kheri incident in Uttar Pradesh.

BJP obstructing justice by not sacking minister: Rahul Gandhi on Lakhimpur case

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleged on Monday that the BJP is obstructing the process of justice by not dismissing Union minister of state for home Ajay Kumar Mishra, whose son has been arrested in the Lakhimpur Kheri violence case.

Lakhimpur Kheri violence: Gujarat Congress demands SC-monitored inquiry

The Gujarat Congress on Monday staged a silent protest against the killing of farmers in Lakhimpur Kheri in Uttar Pradesh on October 3 and demanded an inquiry into the incident under the direct supervision of a Supreme Court judge.

No politician to be on stage during 'antim ardas' for farmers killed in Lakhimpur violence

No politician will be allowed to share the stage with farm leaders during the last prayers for the four farmers killed in the Lakhimpur Kheri violence on October 3, a BKU office-bearer said.

Haryana Congress chief sits on 'maun vrat' demanding MoS Ajay Mishra's resignation

Haryana Congress president Kumari Selja, along with party leaders and workers, observed a 'maun vrat' in Sirsa on Monday to protest against the Lakhimpur Kheri violence and demand the resignation of Mos Home Ajay Mishra.

Ashish Mishra sent to three-day police remand

Lakhimpur Kheri violence: MoS Ajay Mishra Teni's son Ashish Mishra has been sent to three-day police remand with conditions, says SP Yadav, Prosecution Advocate (ANI)

Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra & other party leaders observe 'maun vrat' in Lucknow, demanding dismissal of Union minister Ajay Kumar Mishra.

In the wake of the statewide bandh called by three partners in the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) government, road transport services on Monday were affected and most of the shops remained closed in Mumbai and other parts of Maharashtra.

Former Congress MP Rajaram Pal called on Samajwadi Party national president Akhilesh Yadav at the party headquarters on Monday. The meeting took place while Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi sat on a silent protest at Gandhi statue in Lucknow demanding sacking of the union minister of state for home Ajay Mishra.

Lakhimpur Kheri violence: Chidambaram leads Congress' silent protest in Goa

Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram led a silent protest in Goa on Monday against the killing of farmers in Lakhimpur Kheri in Uttar Pradesh on October 3.

Jammu & Kashmir: Congress workers and leaders organised a 'silent demonstration' outside Raj Bhavan in Jammu in protest against the Lakhimpur Kheri violence.

Delhi Congress leaders, workers stage 'maun vrat' to protest Lakhimpur Kheri violence

Delhi Congress leaders and workers sat on a 'maun vrat' near the lieutenant governor's office here on Monday to protest the Lakhimpur Kheri violence and demand the resignation of Union minister Ajay Mishra. Delhi Congress president Anil Kumar and former Union ministers Ashwini Kumar and Krishna Tirath were among those who attended the protest.

Assam Congress leaders, workers observe 'maun vrat' to protest Lakhimpur Kheri violence

The opposition Congress in Assam observed a 'maun vrat' (vow of silence) here on Monday in protest against the recent violence in Uttar Pradesh's Lakhimpur Kheri, and sought removal of Union minister Ajay Mishra, besides exemplary punishment for his son, Ashish, for his alleged involvement in the incident. Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) president Bhupen Kumar Borah told reporters that the 'maun vrat' outside Meghdoot Bhawan (General Post Office) was being held as part of the grand old party's countrywide protest against the incident of violence during an agitation by farmers in UP.

Lakhimpur case: Congress workers hold silent protest, demand resignation of Ajay Mishra

Congress leaders on Monday held a silent protest near the civil lines railway crossing in Jaipur against the Lakhimpur Kheri violence and to demand the resignation of Union minister of state for home Ajay Mishra. The 'maun vrat' protest was led by PCC chief Govind Singh Dotasra in which Transport Minister Pratap Singh Khachariyawas and chief whip Mahesh Joshi participated. "The party is demanding dismissal of the union minister over the incident. The 'maun vrat' was observed as per the directions of the AICC," a party leader said.

Shiv Sena backs Varun Gandhi over his stand on Lakhimpur Kheri violence

Backing BJP MP Varun Gandhi for his support to the farmers' movement, especially after the Lakhmipur Kheri incident, the Shiv Sena on Monday said all farmer organisations should pass a resolution applauding him for his stand on the issue. An editorial in the Sena mouthpiece 'Saamana' also asked whether the blood of other MPs had "turned cold" even after seeing the "horrific" incident at Lakhmipur Kheri in Uttar Pradesh where eight people, including four farmers, were killed earlier this month.The death of the four cultivators triggered strong reactions from farmer leaders, while opposition parties launched an attack on the BJP-led central and the UP governments. "The country cannot afford attempts being made to spread animosity. Varun Gandhi is the grandson of (former prime minister) Indira Gandhi and son of Sanjay Gandhi. After seeing the Lakhmipur horror, his blood boiled and he expressed his opinion," the editorial said. (PTI)

Lakhimpur Kheri sessions court will hear the matter pertaining to Ashish Mishra's police custody after 2pm.