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Weather tomorrow, July 25: Check IMD forecast as Gujarat faces heavy to very heavy rain; Delhi, Rajasthan among states on alert

Heavy rainfall is forecast across India over the next few days. Gujarat expects the heaviest showers, while Rajasthan will also see significant rain. Delhi-NCR and northeastern states will experience widespread showers with thunderstorms. Active monsoon conditions are attributed to a low-pressure area and cyclonic circulations. Residents in vulnerable areas should…

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Delhi Police sets up Special Task Force to probe UPSC, SSC, NTA paper leak cases under anti-cheating law

Delhi Police established a Special Task Force to investigate examination irregularities. This new unit will probe offenses under the Public Examinations Act, 2024. The task force aims for prompt and comprehensive investigations into such matters. It will coordinate with prosecuting agencies for speedy trial proceedings. This initiative follows recent unrest…

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Delhi weather tomorrow: Will rain return to NCR? Check IMD forecast, temperature update

Delhi anticipates cloudy skies and light rain on Saturday, according to the India Meteorological Department. Strong surface winds will accompany the rainfall throughout the day and into the night. Temperatures remained below normal on Friday, with the maximum settling at 34.6 degrees Celsius. Several areas recorded light rainfall in the…

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'Withdraw posts or face action': Kapil Sibal slams DU, JNU VCs for 'threatening' students

Kapil Sibal criticised Delhi University and Jawaharlal Nehru University for advising students to stay away from Jantar Mantar protests over the NEET paper leak, calling the directives "threatening" and warning of legal action if they are not withdrawn. He also assured students of legal support if they participate peacefully and…

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'There are Chinese projects on territories in J-K that belong to India': MEA objects to illegal occupation

India's Ministry of External Affairs accused China of illegally occupying Indian territories. Beijing's ongoing infrastructure projects in these regions also drew strong objections from New Delhi. This statement followed discussions between Indian and Chinese foreign ministers at the ASEAN summit. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi highlighted previous positive engagements between…

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Indian Cockroach activist ends hunger strike after 26 days as protests spread

Sonam Wangchuk secures ‘hard bargain’ with Delhi but talks between government and movement leaders stall

The Guardian - UK

Delhi Police issues traffic advisory amid CJP protests, asks public to avoid areas under Section 144

Delhi Traffic Police issued an advisory for the public and digital platforms. Travel to areas under prohibitory orders should be avoided unless absolutely necessary. App-based mobility and delivery services must regulate their operations in notified zones. Authorities imposed prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the BNSS, 2023. Emergency services will…

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India Just Ordered Jack Dorsey’s BitChat To Be Erased From GitHub, After Protesters Used the Bluetooth Messaging App to Outsmart a Government Blackout Amid Mass Protests

The Indian government has directed GitHub to remove Jack Dorsey‘s Bitchat repositories amid the ongoing student protests in Delhi.

Benzinga

Mamata Banerjee likely to join CJP protest at Jantar Mantar on Monday

Mamata Banerjee will join the Cokroach Janta Party protest at Jantar Mantar. She will express solidarity with students protesting the NEET paper leak issue. Earlier, Banerjee criticized the Centre's police action against CJP protesters near Parliament. She stated her readiness to visit Delhi and join the CJP protest if necessary.…

The Economic Times

New Delhi visa centres remain open amid ongoing protests

Visa application centres in New Delhi are operating normally despite ongoing city protests. VFS Global will accommodate applicants arriving late or early for appointments. This flexibility aims to assist those facing travel disruptions due to the demonstrations. The company has not announced any service suspensions or changes to business hours.…

The Economic Times

Parents, labourers and even Modi voters: Support for India’s ‘cockroach’ protest keeps growing

ON THE GROUND: As thousands of protesters gather night after night demanding accountability for exam paper leaks, Namita Singh is in Delhi finding out what’s motivating people from all walks of life to take to the streets

The Independent UK

Congress slams Modi government over DU, JNU 'warning' students to stay away from Jantar Mantar

Delhi and Jawaharlal Nehru Universities warned students to avoid Jantar Mantar protests. Congress criticized the government, accusing it of using universities for propaganda. Rahul Gandhi questioned Delhi University's threat to students exercising democratic rights. Students are protesting the NEET paper leak and demanding the education minister's resignation. The universities cited…

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Mandi House and Central Secretariat metro stations reopen amid protest-related restrictions across central Delhi

Entry gates at Mandi House and Central Secretariat metro stations have reopened. This follows earlier closures due to security arrangements for ongoing protests. Commuters faced widespread travel disruptions and expressed frustration over repeated restrictions. The New Delhi Metro station, however, remains closed until further instructions are issued. DMRC cited security…

The Economic Times

Delhi HC refuses to entertain PIL seeking NIA probe into CJP's Parliament march

The Delhi High Court declined a PIL seeking an NIA probe into a protest march. The court stated the government handles such referrals to the NIA. The petitioner was advised to approach the relevant authorities for action. The PIL was subsequently dismissed as withdrawn by the petitioner's counsel. Another petitioner…

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RAF launches probe into actions of its personnel during Delhi student protests

The Rapid Action Force is investigating claims of excessive force during student demonstrations. Officials are verifying events and incidents where personnel faced attacks. Social media videos showing the use of pellet guns are being reviewed. The force's standard operating procedure for riot control is also under scrutiny. An inquiry will…

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Delhi HC questions ECI's authority to deploy teachers for electoral roll revision, seeks affidavit

The Delhi High Court on Friday questioned the Election Commission of India (ECI) over its decision to deploy school teachers for Booth Level Officer (BLO) duties during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in the national capital, asking under what authority teachers were being compelled to perform…

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Walking becomes the new commute for Lutyens' Delhi office-goers amid Jantar Mantar protest

Commuters are walking to work as metro stations remain closed due to a protest. Roads around Jantar Mantar are barricaded, impacting daily travel for many. Ride-hailing services are reluctant to enter the cordoned-off areas. Internet services have also been suspended, adding to the daily difficulties. Public transport closures are a…

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CJP protest: 215 taken into preventive custody as Delhi Police flags ‘bad characters’; intelligence inputs prompt action

To maintain order, Delhi Police detained more than 200 individuals around Jantar Mantar amid concerns of unrest stemming from neighboring states. Heightened security measures followed intelligence alerts, with several of those detained possessing previous criminal records. Some were also arrested for carrying weapons. Prohibitory orders were enforced, limiting access to…

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Delhi HC rejects ANI’s interim injunction plea against OpenAI, says AI training prima facie ‘fair dealing’

The Delhi High Court has refused to stop OpenAI from using news agency ANI's content. Storing public content for AI training may be fair dealing for research purposes. The court found no evidence of ChatGPT memorizing and regurgitating ANI's original articles. ANI's claim was deemed quantifiable, allowing for monetary compensation…

The Independent UK

One may lose an eye, another will live with embedded projectile forever: Delhi protesters describe life-altering injuries after pellet-gun firing

ON THE GROUND: Two young men carry the scars of the brutal police crackdown on student-led protests in India. Shweta Sharma speaks to them and their families about the highly controversial use of pellet guns by the security forces

International Business Times UK

Delhi's NEET Protest: Indian Teen May Lose Eye From Alleged Pellet Gun Injury, Police Deny Any Use

A 19-year-old student may permanently lose vision in his right eye after being injured during a NEET protest in Delhi. The incident has sparked controversy over alleged pellet gun use by police.

The Times of India

Russian missile strike kills six in Kyiv region as Ukraine targets Russia's biggest online retailer

NEW DELHI: At least six people were killed and dozens injured after a Russian missile strike hit Ukraine's Kyiv region on Friday, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, as explosions were reported in the capital during another wave of Russian attacks.

The Economic Times

8th Pay Commission latest news: 8th CPC announces schedule for next round of Delhi meetings; check dates

The 8th Pay Commission will hold new meetings in Delhi on August 7 and 10. Employee unions and federations can present their demands and recommendations during these sessions. Stakeholders who submitted memorandums can request appointments by July 31.

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Mumbai protester Riya Ahir stands against police van for 40 minutes during solidarity protest

Riya Ahir, a 27-year-old actor and entrepreneur, gained attention after standing in front of a police van carrying detained protesters during a Mumbai demonstration. Soaked in rain, she refused to move for around 40 minutes, questioning the legality of the detentions and demanding the release of protesters. Videos of the…

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Delhi Police cancels routine leave amid law and order concerns over CJP protests

Delhi Police has cancelled all routine leave for personnel immediately. This decision stems from the current law and order situation in the capital. Protests led by the Cockroach Janta Party continue over examination reforms and NEET paper leaks. Police personnel are also barred from attending training without prior approval. The…

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