cow vigilantism

Cow vigilantism: SC asks five states to file counter affidavits

The Supreme Court on Wednesday adjourned the matter concerning the ban on `gau rakshaks` for six weeks.

May 03, 2017, 14:41 PM IST

NHRC issues notice to Rajasthan govt on lynching of Muslim man, seeks action report

The National Human Rights Commission on Thursday issued a notice to the Rajasthan government in connection with the death of a Muslim man who was brutally thrashed up by a group of cow vigilantes in Alwar district of Rajasthan.

Apr 07, 2017, 21:10 PM IST

RSS chief's Dussehra address: Here's what Mohan Bhagwat said on Pakistan, surgical strikes, cow vigilantes

The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) on Tuesday celebrated Vijay Dashmi and its 91st foundation day in Nagpur. 

Oct 11, 2016, 14:18 PM IST

Minority groups demand ban on 'cow vigilantism'

The protesters also submitted a memorandum to President Pranab Mukherjee, urging him to play his role in defending the constitutional rights of the people.

Sep 23, 2016, 18:38 PM IST

VHP bats for 'gau rakshaks', says Centre should ask states not to harass people engaged in cow protection

Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) has once again openly come out in support of 'gau rakshaks'. 

Sep 01, 2016, 17:09 PM IST

Cow vigilantism? Two Dalits thrashed in Gujarat for refusing to clear carcass of calf

A group of self-styled cow vigilantes thrashed two Dalits in a village in Gujarat's Saurashtra region for allegedly refusing to dispose the carcass of a calf.

Aug 23, 2016, 18:36 PM IST

Cow vigilantism? Man heckled in Mumbai on suspicion of carrying bag made of cowhide

Amid debate over incidents of cow vigilantism in Gujarat and other parts of the country is fresh, a 24-year-old man was allegedly stopped and questioned by some men in Mumbai.

Aug 22, 2016, 09:16 AM IST

Those who consider India their country, should treat cow as mother: Jharkhand CM

Amid the raging controversy over cow vigilantism, Jharkhand Chief Minister Raghubar Das today said those who consider India as their country should treat cow as their mother.

Aug 20, 2016, 12:01 PM IST

Modi govt acts tough, directs states not to tolerate any incident of attack in name of cow vigilantism

Breaking his silence on cow vigilantism, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had in New Delhi on Saturday said he felt "very angry" at such incidents.

Aug 09, 2016, 20:11 PM IST

After Modi, now RSS speaks against cow vigilantism

 Echoing the sentiments of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on cow vigilantism, the RSS on Monday said "some anti-social elements are taking law into their hands in the name of cow protection" and sought "strict action" against them.

Aug 08, 2016, 17:06 PM IST

'Shoot me not Dalits': Is the Prime Minister so helpless?, asks Congress

Saddened by the attack on Dalits, PM Modi had made an emotional appeal, asking people to protect and respect those have for long been neglected by the society.

Aug 08, 2016, 13:30 PM IST

Congress, BJP clash over cow vigilantism in Lok Sabha

The Congress and the Trinamool Congress on Thursday lashed out at the ruling BJP in the Lok Sabha over the attack on women, Dalits and Muslims allegedly in the name of cow protection.

Aug 04, 2016, 23:14 PM IST

BJP MLA Raja Singh backs cow vigilantism, says those who eat beef must be punished

Telangana BJP MLA Raja Singh has said those who consume cow meat are bringing disgrace to the entire community and should be taught a lesson.

Aug 01, 2016, 17:12 PM IST