Opposition Moves to Impeach CEC Amid SIR Controversy, While Security, Telecom and Campus Issues Surface

Opposition parties said they will file a motion to impeach Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, claiming he has completely damaged the dignity of his constitutional role. The move follows a report that two of the three poll commissioners had opposed decisions taken under the contentious Special Intensive Regulation (SIR) process.

Security Lapse

A lack of patrols and security infrastructure in a large park near Kalkaji Temple allowed three men to gang‑rape a 17‑year‑old on gunpoint. One of the assailants had previously been seen carrying a knife and harassing couples. Locals said they warned staff and guards, but investigators said no formal complaint was lodged.

Telecom Reform

From about October 21, Airtel, Jio and Vodafone Idea must add more voice‑only and SMS‑only recharge options. The change comes after the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India amended its consumer protection rules on September 21, with the amendment taking effect 30 days after its gazette publication.

IIT Bombay Probe

A ten‑member committee appointed by IIT Bombay’s Board of Governors has begun investigating the death of a 20‑year‑old BTech student found dead in his hostel on September 18, hours after being caught using a phone during a mid‑semester exam. The panel will review all aspects, including the parents’ claim that caste‑based discrimination contributed to the tragedy.

Sports Achievement

Wushu athlete Roshibina Devi Naorem became the first Indian to win three consecutive Asian Games medals, securing a silver in Nagoya after entering the team as a last‑minute injury replacement amid a disputed selection process.