India, Aug. 3 -- A man threw a shoe at independent MP Rajesh Ranjan, also called Pappu Yadav, during a press conference at his home on Sunday. Yadav and others said the attacker also pulled out a knife, which the MP described as an attempt on his life. Delhi Police are investigating.

People at the scene said a man threw a shoe at Yadav. Yadav's media convenor said the attacker first threw a slipper and then pulled out a knife. He said he stood between the attacker and the MP and was beaten, blaming the police for not responding well, even though there had been earlier warnings about threats. Another supporter said he blocked a knife swing and was cut on his finger. Photos and videos showed a slipper and a knife that were reportedly found...