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Delhi Metro shuts 12 stations amid Jantar Mantar protest over SIR, CEC

Delhi Metro has shut entry and exit at 12 stations due to protests organized by various groups. The protests focus on the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, demanding the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner. Jantar Mantar is designated for protests, but Delhi Police has denied permission for this…

The Economic Times · Oct 2

Weather Today, October 2: Rain, thunderstorms likely in several states; check Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan and other cities

Weather Today: Today, various regions across India will be affected by rain, thunderstorms, and lightning, appearing as a stark contrast to the clear and dry weather found in places like Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Jammu and Kashmir. Meanwhile, areas such as Bihar, Chandigarh, and Haryana are expected to remain…

The Economic Times · Oct 2

'Reach Jantar Mantar to save democracy': AAP's Atishi, Sanjay Singh call for October 2 protest against CEC over SIR

AAP leaders Atishi and Sanjay Singh have appealed to people to join a proposed October 2 protest at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar over the Election Commission’s functioning and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Delhi Police had not granted permission for the gathering and tightened security around the area.…

The Economic Times · Oct 2

Samvardhan: Architecting scalable infrastructure and enterprise growth at India Mobile Congress 2026

India Mobile Congress (IMC) is set to take place in New Delhi from October 7-10, spotlighting the future of global connectivity and digital infrastructure. With its primary focus on Samvardhan, the summit will feature discussions around manufacturing, market access, and cutting-edge technologies led by industry experts, all aimed at transforming…

The Economic Times · Oct 1

British Sikh activist released from Delhi jail after nine-year detention

Indian government issued with warning it would be in contempt of court if it failed to release Jagtar Singh Johal

The Guardian - UK · Oct 1

Why Is Maa Durga Worshipped While Women Are Blamed?

During Navratri, millions of people bow before Maa Durga as a symbol of Shakti, courage and feminine power. Yet outside the temple, an uncomfortable question remains: why does society so often respond to violence against women by telling women where they should not go, when they should return home and…

MyLifeXP · Oct 1

Delhi HC told permission for E20 protest at Jantar Mantar rejected on law-and-order grounds

Authorities informed the Delhi High Court that they rejected a request to hold a protest against the E20 ethanol blending policy at Jantar Mantar, citing the law-and-order situation in the area. A writ petition was also filed challenging the rejection, which sought to quash the administrative decision by which their…

The Economic Times · Oct 1

CJP's protest to last until Gyanesh Kumar resigns, says Abhijeet Dipke

Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the Cockroach Janta Party, has called for the resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar. He announced a protest at Shivaji Park in Mumbai on October 2 if Kumar does not resign. Dipke indicated that demonstrations would spread across multiple states, including Goa, Karnataka, and Uttar Pradesh.…

The Economic Times · Oct 1

UAE to investigate Flydubai mid-air scare, examine prior planning

NEW DELHI: The UAE has ordered a probe into the Flydubai mid-air incident involving an alleged attempt by an Omani co-pilot to crash a Dubai-Tel Aviv flight, with investigators set to examine all circumstances and motives, including any possible links to terrorist activity, prior planning or direction.

The Times of India · Oct 1

Delhi court orders framing of money laundering charges against Yasin Malik and six others

A New Delhi court has ordered framing of money-laundering charges against Yasin Malik and six others, including Lok Sabha MP Engineer Rashid. The prosecution alleges that the accused were part of a network that received more than Rs 8.9 crore through hawala channels from Pakistan to fund secessionist activities and…

The Economic Times · Oct 1