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Shoe-Throwing Incident at Court Sparks Outrage, Suspension

10/7/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Rakesh Kishore attempted to throw a shoe at Chief Justice of India BR Gavai during court proceedings on October 6, 2025.
He shouted “Sanatan ka apmaan nahi sahenge” as security restrained him.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned the attack.
The Bar Council of India suspended Kishore's license for professional conduct violations.
Justice BR Gavai continued court proceedings.

History

Historical Context

On December 14, 2008, Iraqi journalist Muntadhar al-Zaidi threw his shoes at U.S. President George W. Bush during a press conference in Baghdad, symbolizing widespread anger over the Iraq War. This act of protest resonated across the Arab world, leading to numerous similar incidents globally, including a shoe-throwing attempt at Indian Chief Justice BR Gavai, reflecting rising tensions regarding authority and governance.

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Story summary

Rakesh Kishore attempted to throw a shoe at Chief Justice of India BR Gavai during court proceedings on October 6, 2025.
He shouted “Sanatan ka apmaan nahi sahenge” as security restrained him.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned the attack.
The Bar Council of India suspended Kishore's license for professional conduct violations.
Justice BR Gavai continued court proceedings.

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