Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh supporters set a bus on fire in Delhi, after the godman convicted of rape.
Violent clashes across Punjab and Haryana have followed Dera Sacha Sauda chief
Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh conviction for raping two women followers in 2002. The self-styled godman will be sentenced on Monday. Heavy security is deployed across Punjab and Haryana. New Delhi along with several cities across the two states remain on high alert.
An NDTV engineer was injured after violent Dera supporters attacked the channels Broadcast or OB van. Army is on stand by in the state. Lakhs of Dera followers have gathered in towns across the states with Panchkula, Sirsa, Bhatinda emerging as major flash points. Two train stations were set on fire in Punjab in the towns of Malout and Balluanna. Ram Rahim has denied that he sexually exploited two female followers in 2002.
Here are the live updates of Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh's rape verdict:
Prohibitory orders have been imposed in Uttar Pradesh's Shamli district in the wake of widespread violence in Haryana.
DTC spokesperson Sanjay Saxena said the Delhi-Lahore bus
services remained suspended today as well.
Curfew imposed in Sangrur, Punjab. Security stepped up after violent protests by Dera followers post.
Baghpat District Magistrate directs all schools in the region to remain closed tomorrow: news agency ANI
Section 144 imposed in Uttarakhand's Nainital, says news agency ANI
At least 12 fuel stations near the Haryana border in Delhi have been shut down as a preemptive measure following violence in the neighbouring state, a Delhi Petrol Pump Association official said.
Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar visited Civil Hospital in Panchkula to meet those injured in violent protests.
Delhi Transport Corporation has suspended bus services to NCR due to incidents of arson.
50-year-old Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh convicted in rape case.
Rakesh Kumar, a reporter with PTC News received injuries in attacks allegedly by followers of the Dera Sacha Sauda chief while the video journalist Shipendar Happy accompanying him has gone missing after the assault.
PM Narendra Modi tweeted on the violence in Panchkula:
30 dead, 250 injured in violence in Haryana after Ram Rahim Singh verdict, reports news agency PTI
Curfew has been imposed in Patiala, Punjab: news agency ANI.
Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi condemned about the violence on twitter. He tweeted:
Violence & brutality have no place in our society. Condemn the rampage and lawlessness in Haryana & appeal to restore peace and tranquility
Section 144 CrPC imposed in 11 districts of Delhi till September 8 including New Delhi. Maintain peace,people are requested to cooperate: Delhi Police
Army's flag march in Sirsa, Haryana.
Heavy security in place; Rapid Action force is deployed in Bathinda, reports news agency ANI
High level meeting called at Home Minister Rajnath Singh's residence tomorrow. Home Secretary and others senior officials will also be present: Ministry of Home Affairs Sources
Army moving to Mansa from Bhatinda. Mansa, that is under curfew, has been hit with violence by Dera followers. Earlier in the day income tax office and two cars were set on fire in the town.
3 people have been arrested today in connection with arson in Delhi after the conviction of Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh in a rape case, reports Press Trust of India
Sonia Gandhi spoke to Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh over the violence post Ram Rahim Singh's conviction.
Despite intel warnings and logistical help, sufficient action wasn’t taken: Source
Intelligence sources reveal that they had earlier informed the Haryana police that "things might go out of hand" That is why so many companies were given to the state. But even then, situation got out of control.
President appeals to citizens to maintain peace
JUST INOfficials say 28 dead, 250 injured in Panchkula violence, reports news agency PTI
Here's what Ram Rahim's birthplace, Sriganganagar looks like
Prohibitory orders imposed in Noida and Ghaziabad as a preventive measure, amid cases of arson after the Ram Rahim verdict. Shamli, Muzaffarnagar and Baghpat are other towns were the orders have been imposed.
Wondering who the man in the eye of the storm is? Read onA music video - Love Charger - got self-declared spiritual leader Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh international prime time. The sect claims 50 million followers and has a matrix of popular centres across Punjab and Haryana towns and villages.
Not just this, Ram Rahim is also considered politically important. After initially siding with the Congress, in 2014, he endorsed the BJP for both the general election and the Haryana state election.
All Delhi Metro stations alertedAll Delhi Metro stations alerted. Vigil intensified at stations along Uttar Pradesh and Haryana borders: CISF DG O P Singh
Meawhile, The Dera sect plans to challenge verdict against Ram Rahim in higher court
In a statement in Hindi, signed by spokesperson Dilawar Insaan, the Dera also appealed for peace amid widespread violence that has already claimed 17 lives after the verdict was pronounced earlier today.
"This is unjust. We will appeal against the judgement," the statement said.
"What has happened with us is something that has happened to gurus through history. Dera Sacha Sauda is dedicated to the betterment of humanity. We request all to maintain peace," the statement further read.
Death toll in Panchkula violence rises to 17: Haryana government official quoted by news agency PTI.
Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar says: "No one is above law." The Chief Minister added, "Anybody who breaks it will be dealt with sternly. I appeal to all of you to maintain peace."
Delhi- Rohtak trains cancelled
All trains from Delhi to Rohtak will remain cancelled due to law and order situation in Haryana: Northern Railway
JUST IN: Army deployed in Sirsa, intense clashes between Ram Rahim followers and cops
13 Dead, 150 injured as violence worsens in Panchkula At least 13 people were killed today and about 150 have been injured in violence that erupted in Panchkula after angry supporters of Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh went on the ramapage. Incidents of violence have been reported from various places in and around Punjab Haryana. Chief Ministers of all neighbouring states have asked people to maintain calm.
Properties of the Dera will be attached to pay for whatever is vandalised, rules Punjab High Court. Hearing on the same tomorrow.
Vehicle torched in Rajasthan's Sriganganagar, birthplace of Dera chief Ram Rahim
Sriganganagar district collector Gyana Ram said that it was yet to be ascertain whether the incident was in reaction to the conviction of the self-styled godman.
The gang torched the jeep and fled from the spot. The district collector said that the fire was doused by firemen soon.
Security has been stepped up across the district, which is home to a large number of followers of Gurmeet Ram Rahim, in view of the verdict.
Dera Chief Ram Rahim Singh reached Rohtak jail.
Death toll in Panchkula violence rises to 12, says Chief Medical Officer of civil hospital: PTI news agency
Bus set ablaze near Delhi's Babu Jagjivan Ram Memorial Hospital
Empty rakes of Rewa Express at Anand Vihar Terminal railway station set on fireTwo empty rakes of Rewa Express at Anand Vihar Terminal railway station set on fire: Northern Railway Spokesman Neeraj Sharma told news agency ANI
JUST IN: After a bus is torched in northeast Delhi, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal urges people to maintain peace after violence in Haryana and Punjab following conviction of Gurmeet Ram Rahim.
Alert sounded in Uttar Pradesh, a state neighbouring Haryana, after violence rises in the two states.
Ram Rahim flown out of Panchkula to Rohtak amid violence by followers after his conviction.
Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on the violence in Punjab and Haryana - Home secretary and Director of the Intelligence Bureau also briefed me. Reviewed the situation
- Both Chief Ministers told me that situation is in control. I assured them all help.
- I appeal to everyone specially the followers to maintain peace
Home Minister will now brief Prime Minister Narendra Modi about ground situation
Six army columns have been deployed in Panchkula, they however have not taken any action.
Emergency meeting Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar's house, as violence in the state swells.
About 600 soldiers sent in Panchkula , says army, as violence worsens in the town after Ram Rahim verdict
Police use teargas shells, water cannons to disperse Gurmeet Ram Rahim followers near Dera Sacha Sauda headquarters in Sirsa: PTI
Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh, who just returned from Kyrgyzstan, offers assistance to Punjab and Haryana police if required.
JUST IN: 5 dead in clashes in Panchkula as violence from Ram Rahim Singh's supporters gets worse, reports news agency PTI.
350 trains from Punjab have been cancelled.
Closer look: NDTV OB van was attacked by Ram Rahim Singh's supporters
Curfew imposed in more cities of Punjab
Curfew now imposed in Punjab's Muktsar, Bathinda, Mansa.
Situation is perfectly normal in Gurugram, don't believe rumours: Police
GROUND REPORT: All I Can See Is Smoke, Says NDTV Reporter Amid Panchkula ViolenceAs news of the conviction came in, thousands of followers waiting near the court broke down police barricades and threw stones, attacking OB vans of news channels, including NDTV. They smashed windows of the van and pushed them over. A fire engine and several cars were set on fire.
An NDTV engineer has been injured on the head; when he tried to leave, the mob held him down and beat him up.
Ram Rahim Singh likely to be taken to a jail in Rohtak
It is speculated that Ram Rahim Singh will be taken to a jail in Rohtak. Security preparations are underway in the jail. Barricades have been erected around the jail boundaries
Curfew clamped in Panchkula as Dera followers go on rampage after conviction of Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh: news agency PTI quoting police
10 injured in violent protests in Haryana: ANI
10 injured in violent protests, shifted to a hospital in Sector 6 Panchkula, reports news agency ANI.
Delhi on high alert
National capital Delhi on high alert after Ram Rahim Singh supporters resort to violence. Alert sounded in Bhatinda in Punjab too.
Amid rising reports of violence, Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh appeals for calm
JUST IN: Army column seen outside the court have relocated itself to facilitate quick response.
Malout railway station and petrol pump set on fire allegedly by Ram Rahim supporters after the verdict.
FROM THE GROUND: Large crowds of inch towards where Ram Rahim Singh is being held. Security forces are retreating in places, given large number of supporters.
Watch | NDTV crew hurt in violence outside court
NDTV crew hurt in violence after Ram Rahim Singh convicted by Panchkula's Special CBI Court
Live bullets fired in the air to disperse crowds, reports ANI- Police fire tear gas shells on Dera protesters in Panchkula
- Tear Gas and lathicharge reported in Sector 5 Panchkula as crowds turn violent
- Live bullets fired in the air to disperse crowds
NDTV OB van vandalised, engineer injured
The situation in Panchkula has gone out of control. NDTV's Amitoj Singh reports that the supporters of the Dera chief are not sparing even the journalists present at the venue. NDTV's OB vans has been vandalised, an engineer who was inside the van has also been injured.
Dera supporters resort to violence, attack media
Supporters of Dera chief are attacking journalists, and are breaking windows of media vans that are present near the venue, reports NDTV's Amitoj Singh
Heavy security presence outside Dera headquarter
At least three layers of security is present outside the Dera headquarter, where thousands of supporters of Gurmeet Ram Rahim's supporters are present, reports NDTV's Sheikh Zaffar.
Dera chief taken into custody by Haryana police
Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh has been taken into custody. On Monday, the court will pronounce the quantum of sentence, he faces up to 7 years in jail.
Dera Chief Convicted In Rape CaseSpecial CBI Court finds Dera Chief Ram Rahim Singh guilty of rape. The quantum of punishment to be announced on August 28.
Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar appeals for peace
Haryana chief minister Manohar Lal Khattar has urged followers of self-styled godman Gurmeet Ram Rahim to remain clam.
Hundreds of supporters gathered close to the court complex despite prohibitory orders.
Punjab, Haryana brace for verdictTension has prevailed in Haryana and Punjab during the past 72 hours in the build up to the verdict against the sect chief with thousands of his followers gathering in Panchkula, Sirsa and other places.
'Armed' With Sticks, Ram Rahim's Women Followers Take Turns To Guard Dera
Dupattas covering their heads, a -battalion- of women devotees holding wooden sticks line the roads in and near Sirsa town in Haryana, waiting for a verdict to be delivered some 250 km away in a rape case against Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, the leader of the Dera Sacha Sauda sect." itemprop="description
CBI Court to pronounce verdict at 2:30 pmThe special CBI court will give its final judgment at around 2:30 pm in the 14 year-old rape case against Dera Sacha Sauda chief