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'Unauthorised' Parliament march will face action, says Delhi Police amid reports of CJP's proposed protest

Delhi Police said no permission has been sought or granted for a proposed march to Parliament on July 20, warning that participants in any unauthorised procession or assembly in the New Delhi district will face legal action. Prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the BNSS remain in force, banning protest…

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‘Like a kidnapping’: Delhi Police forcibly remove Sonam Wangchuk under medical pretext

A roughly 10-foot barricade had come up overnight at Jantar Mantar, and hundreds of police personnel with several vehicles had taken position at the protest site by 9 am on Saturday – a scene starkly different from the one Newslaundry’s team had witnessed the previous evening. The change followed the…

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White sheets, jammers: Inside Delhi Police's Wangchuk operation

Activist Sonam Wangchuk was moved to a government hospital after his health declined. Police used white sheets and planned network jammers for the operation. This action followed court orders and medical advice for his care. The police aimed to prevent large gatherings and viral videos of the transfer. Security was…

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Delhi Police reviews law and order situation after Sonam Wangchuk shifted to Safdarjung Hospital

Senior Delhi Police officers met to review law and order after activist Sonam Wangchuk's hospital transfer. Wangchuk was moved to Safdarjung Hospital due to his deteriorating health condition. Police removed protesters from Jantar Mantar following court orders and medical advice. Heavy police presence was noted at the protest site during…

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Three-layer operation: How Delhi Police planned Sonam Wangchuk's removal from Jantar Mantar

Delhi Police executed a meticulously planned early morning operation on Saturday to remove climate activist Sonam Wangchuk from the Jantar Mantar protest site after a strategy was finalised at a high-level meeting following the new Police Commissioner's assumption of charge, top police sources said.

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What kind of thuggery is this?: AAP, Opposition condemn police action against Jantar Mantar protesters, call officers 'Modi goons'

Delhi Police took climate activist Sonam Wangchuk to the hospital from Jantar Mantar. Opposition leaders criticized the police action, alleging suppression of peaceful protest. Wangchuk had been on a hunger strike for twenty days demanding action on exam irregularities. Protesters were removed from the site after Wangchuk's hospitalization. The police…

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Sonam Wangchuk forcibly taken to hospital as Delhi Police tighten grip on Jantar Mantar protest

Delhi Police forcibly removed activist Sonam Wangchuk from Jantar Mantar and took him to Safdarjung Hospital on Saturday morning with heavy deployment at the protest site as his indefinite hunger strike stretched into its 21st day. The move came a day after Anurag Kumar took over as Delhi Police Commissioner,…

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Sonam Wangchuk conscious, vitals stable after being shifted to Safdarjung Hospital

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk was moved to Safdarjung Hospital after a 20-day hunger strike. Delhi Police removed protesters from Jantar Mantar following court orders and medical advice. Wangchuk's health had deteriorated, prompting the hospital transfer for essential medical care. Protesters alleged plainclothes police posed as a medical team to take…

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Delhi briefly placed on high security alert after hoax threat call to blow up the Red Fort

A hoax bomb threat to Delhi's historic Red Fort briefly triggered a high security alert. Mumbai Police relayed the threat call to Delhi Police, which initiated a thorough security sweep. Investigations revealed the call was a hoax, and efforts are underway to trace the caller. This incident follows a similar…

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CJP announces Parliament march on July 20; asks students, parents to join in

The Cockroach Janta Party will march peacefully to Parliament on July 20. This protest at Jantar Mantar continues for the twentieth day amid heavy rain. Educator Sonam Wangchuk is also joining the Parliament march after his hunger strike. The party demands Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over exam irregularities.…

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Heavy security in place as Cockroach Janta Party stages second protest at Jantar Mantar

CJP protest: New Delhi is under heavy security as the Cockroach Janta Party prepares for its second protest at Jantar Mantar. Led by Abhijeet Dipke, the demonstration will see extensive surveillance, including CCTV and body-worn cameras, alongside multiple barricades. Authorities have granted permission, with reserve forces on standby. This follows…

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'Many people thought I was crazy': Former Delhi Police Sub-Inspector quits secure govt job to become real estate agent in Australia, here's how can you become a realtor in Oz

A former Delhi Police Sub-Inspector, Nishant Tomar, left a secure government job in India to pursue a career as a real estate agent in Australia. He shared his journey of starting from scratch, facing uncertainties, and building a successful career, inspiring many Indians abroad to embrace calculated risks for significant…

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Delhi Police mandates joint foot patrols on weekends, two weekdays

The circular, issued by Commissioner of Police Sanjay Arora to senior officers across district and traffic units, aims to enhance public safety, increase police visibility and ensure better traffic regulation across the national capital.

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Delhi HC seeks Police stand on bail plea by ex-councillor Tahir Hussain in riots case

The Delhi High Court is reviewing former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain's bail plea in a 2020 Delhi riots case. Hussain seeks relief after a trial court denied him bail. The case involves allegations of a larger conspiracy behind the violence. Delhi Police has been asked to respond to Hussain's appeal.

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A house worth crores, a deadly dispute: Inside the murder of a DU professor

A property dispute in West Bengal allegedly led to the murder of Delhi University professor Debosmita Paul. Delhi Police have arrested a couple and their son. The professor refused to sell her ancestral property. The couple allegedly planned the murder and travelled to Delhi to commit the crime. They were…

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Cockroach Janta Party Protest: Delhi Police debunks FIR rumours, says no case registered against Jantar Mantar protesters

CJP protest Jantar Mantar: Delhi Police has clarified that no First Information Report (FIR) has been registered against protesters at Jantar Mantar. The demonstration was organised by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), which drew hundreds of participants, including students and young professionals. While six individuals were detained as a precautionary…

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Cockroach Janta Party begins protest at Jantar Mantar, demands Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protested at Jantar Mantar demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over the NEET 2026 paper leak and CBSE's On-Screen Marking system irregularities. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke led the demonstration, which received permission from Delhi Police. The protest highlights ongoing concerns about competitive examination integrity.

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At CJP’s first presser, questions on funding, June 6 protest and politics

Journalists filed into the Deputy Speaker Hall at the Constitution Club of India well before the stipulated time. Seating ran out quickly, with some journalists settling on the floor.

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Owner Lovkesh Bajaj claims no direct management, says operations were handled by 'other person' in Malviya Nagar fire: Sources

Malviya Nagar fire incident news: Lovkesh Bajaj, co-owner of Hotel Flourish Stays, was arrested after a deadly fire in Malviya Nagar killed 21 people. Bajaj told police he delegated daily operations to another person. Structural changes were also suggested by this individual. The premises reportedly lacked a Fire NOC. Police…

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What does ‘clock it’ mean? All about the viral trend used by Delhi Police to promote cyber safety

Delhi Police is using a popular Gen Z internet trend to promote cyber safety. The "Clock It" campaign encourages responsible online behaviour. This includes protecting passwords and being wary of scams. The initiative aims to connect with younger audiences. It uses humour and relatable internet slang for an important message.

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SC grants interim bail to two Delhi riots accused, refers question of law to larger bench

The Delhi Police has sought reference of the question of law to a larger bench on whether prolonged incarceration and delay in trial can override the statutory restrictions on bail under anti-terror laws such as the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 (UAPA).

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Delhi Metro lift incident: Woman’s claim of man urinating sparks outrage online at Kalkaji Metro Station

Viral video of a man urinating inside a lift at Delhi’s Kalkaji Metro Station has sparked outrage online after Instagram user Deepshika Mehta shared the incident. Delhi Police said the elderly man was facing a medical emergency and was later penalised by Delhi Metro Rail Corporation for creating a nuisance…

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Skin Doctor case: Can you be arrested over your social media posts in India?

Social media influencer Dr. Neelam Singh, 'The Skin Doctor', was arrested by Delhi Police for alleged posts targeting businessman Sunjay Kapur's family. A lawyer called the case "baseless and frivolous," questioning the arrest's haste and suggesting external pressure. Indian law allows arrests for social media posts violating provisions like defamation,…

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Press bodies condemn ‘excessive use of force’ as govt shutters UNI office

Acting on a Delhi High Court order, the Delhi Police and CRPF personnel on Friday “allegedly dragged” about 50 journalists out of the United News of India (UNI) office on Rafi Marg, according to The Hindu.

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Delhi–Himachal Police Face-Off After Arrests Linked to AI Summit Protest

A crackdown connected to the February 20 protest during the India AI Summit at Bharat Mandapam in Delhi snowballed into an extraordinary inter-state confrontation on Thursday, following the pre-dawn arrest of three Youth Congress activists in Himachal Pradesh.

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