Row Over Batman Mask: Union Minister Takes Jibe at Rahul Gandhi, Kharge Over Protest Optics
A political controversy has erupted after Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge were seen donning Batman masks inside a bus during an opposition protest march towards the Supreme Court. Union Minister and Rashtriya Lok Dal chief Jayant Chaudhary took a sharp jibe at the opposition, remarking that Delhi is not Gotham and the country does not need a dark superhero or Robin. The minister targeted the political optics of the opposition, drawing a sarcastic comparison between the Congress leadership and the comic book vigilantes as the INDIA bloc leaders staged their demonstration in the national capital.
CEC Protest Row: Video Shows Rahul Gandhi Jostling In Crowd As BJP Slams LoP
A political controversy has erupted after videos emerged showing Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi jostling in a crowd during opposition protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. In one video clip, Rahul Gandhi appears to pull Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar as leaders navigated through the crowd, leaving him pushed back by security and workers. Another video shows Gandhi elbowing and pushing against party workers amid the demonstration. Seizing on the footage, the Bharatiya Janata Party accused Rahul Gandhi of arrogance and disrespecting the Karnataka Chief Minister. Karnataka BJP chief B.Y. Vijayendra termed the incident an insult to Kannadiga pride and questioned if the Chief Minister would stand up to his high command.
Delhi Traffic Diversions Likely Today; Motorists Advised to Avoid Non-Essential Travel
Delhi Traffic Police have announced dynamic traffic diversions across multiple locations in the national capital based on evolving ground conditions. Commuters have been advised to avoid non-essential travel to help maintain smooth vehicular movement. The precautionary measures come after sustained demonstrations by political parties and student organisations, which often issue sudden protest calls via social media. Security forces and traffic personnel remain deployed to handle unexpected gatherings in New Delhi. Officials stated that diversions will be activated only if protests occur, while regular traffic flow will continue if conditions remain calm.
Supreme Court Clarifies Stand on Form 6, ECI Revision Powers and Voter Roll Validity
The Supreme Court clarified that it neither approved nor disapproved changes made to Form 6 for voter enrolment, noting that its May 2026 verdict was limited to the Special Intensive Revision in Bihar. The court stated that the revised Form 6 introduced in July 2026 was not judicially examined and that it will now scrutinise the validity of the new format. This clarification follows claims by the Election Commission that the modified form had judicial backing. Additionally, the apex court reiterated that its May 27, 2026 order upheld the poll panel's constitutional power under Article 324 to conduct Special Intensive Revision exercises to ensure voter roll accuracy, credibility, and free and fair elections.