WFI Sexual Harassment Case

Yogeshwar Dutt Claims Opposition Parties Misused Wrestlers After Scuffle At Jantar Mantar

Several ace grapplers including Bajrang Punia, Vinesh Phogat and Sakshi Malik have been protesting at the Jantar Mantar accusing the WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh of sexual harassment and demanding his arrest

May 29, 2023, 17:30 PM IST

Vinesh Phogat Replies To Sourav Ganguly After His 'Don't Have Complete Knowledge' Remark On Wrestlers' Protest

Speaking at an event in Delhi, Ganguly had said that he has no idea of what is happening at Jantar Mantar where the wrestlers are protesting for the last two weeks.

May 07, 2023, 10:45 AM IST

Ashok Gehlot Accuses Delhi Police Of 'Torturing' Wrestlers, Asks Amit Shah To Take Notice

Several wrestlers have been protesting at Jantar Mantar since April 23, levelling allegations of sexual harassment against WFI chief Singh, a Bharatiya Janata Party MP from Uttar Pradesh. 

May 05, 2023, 00:52 AM IST

Respect Supreme Court Order But Protest Against WFI Chief Will Continue: Wrestlers

Top wrestlers protesting against the WFI chief have said that they have “all options open” and will decide the future course of action after consulting seniors. 

May 04, 2023, 17:02 PM IST

Delhi Police Denies Use Of Force Against Wrestlers, Claims No Cop Was Found Drunk

Delhi Police has denied allegations that force was used against the wrestlers protesting against the WFI chief at the Jantar Mantar following a scuffle with them.

May 04, 2023, 15:16 PM IST

After Slamming Wrestlers For Protesting In Streets, IOA President PT Usha Meets Them At Jantar Mantar - Watch

Usha had earlier slammed the wrestlers for taking their fight of injustice against WFI president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh to the streets.

May 03, 2023, 12:17 PM IST

Exclusive: WFI Chief Brij Bhushan Says Ready To Quit If Wrestlers Call Off Protests

Talking to Zee News over allegations of sexual harassment by protesting wrestlers, the WFI chief said, "I have complete faith in the judiciary. Whatever SC decides, I will follow it."

Apr 28, 2023, 21:33 PM IST

Wrestlers Paying Lakhs For Basic Needs At Protest Site To Keep Fight Against WFI Chief Going

In five days, the wrestlers have spent more than Rs five lakh for arranging mattresses, bed sheets, fans, speakers and microphones, a mini power gen-set, apart from water and food.

Apr 28, 2023, 17:04 PM IST

WFI Sexual Harassment Case: Delhi Police To Register FIR Today, SC Told

Delhi Police will register an FIR against Wrestling Federation Of India President Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh over wrestlers' sexual harassment allegations.

Apr 28, 2023, 15:10 PM IST

WFI Sexual Harassment Case: Top Opposition Leaders Back Wrestlers, Say 'Guilty Must Be Punished'

India`s top wrestlers, including Olympic medallists Bajrang Punia and Sakshi Malik along with Asian and CWG medallist Vinesh Phogat are protesting at the Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, seeking action against WFI chief for alleged sexual harassment of women grapplers.

Apr 28, 2023, 14:21 PM IST

WFI Sexual Harassment Case: Sania Mirza To Irfan Pathan, Athletes Who Have Joined Forces With Protesting Wrestlers

Other key figures from Indian sports who have shown their support to protesting wrestlers in their bid to oust WFI president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh include Harbhajan Singh, Nikhat Zareen, Rani Rampal and Neeraj Chopra. 

Apr 28, 2023, 13:58 PM IST

WFI Sexual Harassment Case: Harbhajan Singh First Cricketer To Speak Out For Protesting Wrestlers, Prays For Justice

Earlier, Vinesh Phogat had targetted Indian cricketers for not speaking up on wrestlers' protest to fix the system at Wrestling Federation of India, accusing them of showing double standards.  

Apr 28, 2023, 13:11 PM IST

Vinesh Phogat Questions Cricketers' Silence Over Wrestlers Protest, Asks 'Abhi Kya Ho Gaya?'

While their protest is on at Jantar Mantar in Delhi, no prominent figure from cricket, badminton, athletics have paid a visit to the wrestlers. Only Abhinav Bindra, Neeraj Chopra have tweeted words in support of them.

Apr 28, 2023, 12:37 PM IST

WFI Sexual Harassment Case: Neeraj Chopra Speaks Up For Protesting Wrestlers, Says THIS

Olympic champions Neeraj Chopra calls for 'impartial and transparent' handling of WFI sexual harassment case and supports the protesting wresters. 

Apr 28, 2023, 09:50 AM IST

Amid Wrestlers' Protest, WFI Chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh Posts 'Wish To Embrace Death' Video' - WATCH

Star Indian wrestlers such as Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik, and Bajrang Punia and others are holding a protest against the WFI chief, accusing him of sexual harassment and mistreatment of female athletes.

Apr 28, 2023, 07:24 AM IST

WFI Sexual Harassment Case: IOA President PT Usha Slams Protesting Wrestlers For 'Tarnishing Image Of The Country'

IOA has also put in place a three-member panel that includes former shooter Suma Shirur and current Wushu Association of India chief Bhupendra Singh to run the day-to-day affairs of WFI for now.

Apr 27, 2023, 18:28 PM IST

WFI Sexual Harassment Case: DCW Demands Registration Of FIR Against Cops For Not Lodging Case

The Commission has accused Delhi Police police of failing to ensure the safety and security of the complainants wrestlers and leaking their identity while terming it as a matter of serious concern.

Apr 26, 2023, 13:36 PM IST

WFI Sexual Harassment Case: Preliminary Probe Needed Before FIR, Delhi Police Tells SC

The top wrestlers, who have won medals for the nation in various international events, are pressing for a proper investigation into their allegations against the WFI chief who is accused of sexually harassing women athletes.

Apr 26, 2023, 11:59 AM IST

WFI Sexual Harassment Case: Wrestlers Say No One Is Above Law Amid Fresh Stir Against Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh

Rajya Sabha MP and noted lawyer Kapil Sibal has questioned Delhi Police for not registering an FIR against the WFI chief.

Apr 26, 2023, 07:20 AM IST

WFI Sexual Harassment Case: Supreme Court Seeks Delhi Police's Response On Wrestlers' Plea For FIR Against Brijbhushan Sharan Singh

 A plea moved by seven wrestlers is seeking the registration of an FIR against WFI president and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Singh who faces serious allegations of sexual harassment.

Apr 25, 2023, 11:10 AM IST