Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One app.

Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles. One news app.

The Latest Breaking News from New Delhi

Connaught Place shops, offices to shut down by 6.30 pm on Thursday amid CJP protests

New Delhi Traders Association directed shops to close by 6:30 pm. This decision followed telephonic instructions from NDMC officials regarding a critical situation. Protests by the Cockroach Janta Party demanded the Union Education Minister's resignation. Businesses in Connaught Place suspended operations for the remainder of the day. The advisory was…

The Economic Times

CJP's 'Sansad Chalo' march: Why protesters' Bluetooth chats are hard to intercept

Delhi Police face challenges intercepting Bluetooth mesh messaging used by protesters. Apps like Bitchat and Briar function without phone numbers or central servers. These applications relay encrypted messages anonymously between nearby devices. Conventional investigative methods are unlikely to yield useful results for authorities. Disrupting such decentralized networks remains a significant…

The Economic Times

Fourth pellet-like injury after July 20 march: DU student’s family says he may lose an eye

Sahil Lochab, a 22-year-old from Najafgarh, is undergoing treatment to save vision in his right eye. A student at Delhi University who works part-time and is preparing to sit the Delhi Police recruitment exam, he was part of the July 20 march, carrying the Tricolour, when – by his own…

Newslaundry

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

IB Officer Ankit Sharma Case: Delhi Court directs Tahir Hussain, 4 others to file socio-economic affidavits ahead of sentencing

Tahir Hussain and four others convicted for IB officer Ankit Sharma's murder. The Karkardooma Court ordered affidavits detailing their socio-economic status. Arguments on the sentence for Tahir Hussain were deferred to July 27. Evidence showed Hussain's building was used for rioting and stone-pelting. Witnesses identified accused persons involved in the…

The Economic Times

Delhi Police authorised to exercise detention powers under NSA for 3 months; says order not linked to CJP protests

The Delhi Police Commissioner received NSA detaining authority powers for three months. This authorisation is a routine quarterly extension, not linked to recent protests. The notification was issued before the Cockroach Janta Party demonstrations began. Protesters are demanding examination reforms and government accountability. Prime Minister Modi announced fast-track courts for…

The Economic Times

First a prankster, now a policeman: When smart glasses come to India’s protest sites

Shubnam, who identifies as transfeminine, said they were in the middle of moving house in Delhi’s scorching 40 degrees Celsius-plus summer when they found out that a video of them telling a social media content creator to “f*** off” had gone viral.

Newslaundry

More Indians choosing roads over runways for a Dil Chahta Hai moment

India's expanding highway network and more long weekends are fuelling a sharp rise in Uber Intercity road trips, with Tier-2 city routes growing fastest. Uber data shows travellers increasingly choosing road travel for weekend getaways, heritage destinations and leisure holidays as improved highways reshape intercity travel across India.

The Economic Times

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

From placards to punchlines: How Gen Z turned the CJP protest into a social media movement

Protests at Jantar Mantar quickly moved online with Gen Z's unique humor. Participants mixed political messages with viral internet trends and memes. Social media platforms became extensions of the demonstration for participants. Short videos satirized police action and environmental concerns during the march. Protesters used humor and creativity to voice…

The Economic Times

India protest movement holds capital sit-in as police crack down on demonstrators

Young protesters in India are camping on the streets of New Delhi

The Independent UK

Delhi High Court to hear PIL seeking NIA probe into July 20 'Sansad Chalo' protest tomorrow

The Delhi High Court will hear a PIL seeking an NIA probe into the July 20 protest. This plea requests the transfer of all Delhi Police FIRs to a specialized agency. The petition alleges violence, stone-pelting, and damage to public and private property. It also raises concerns about foreign funding…

The Economic Times

Gold rate today (July 23, 2026): Check 24k, 22k, 20k and 18k gold jewellery prices from IBJA, Joyalukkas, Kalyan Jewellers, Tanishq, Malabar Gold & Diamonds in Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, other cities

Gold rate: Gold prices saw an increase at major jewellery retailers today. Tanishq's 22k gold jewellery is priced at Rs 13,475 per gram. Other brands like Malabar Gold & Diamonds also show a price rise. The India Bullion and Jewellers Association provided indicative rates. These rates may vary based on…

The Economic Times

Carpenter's daughter from Andhra govt school selected for world's first all-girls lunar mission

A 14-year-old student from Andhra Pradesh joins an international all-girls lunar mission. She will undergo training in New Delhi for satellite design and development. This program received thousands of registrations from girls worldwide. Jessie overcame challenges and improved her English for the selection process. She aims to join ISRO and…

The Economic Times

Modi vows 'stringent punishment' for exam fraud fuelling India's youth-led 'Cockroach' protests

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday vowed to punish those involved in a leaked exam papers scandal that has sparked mass student protests. His promise came a day after thousands of protesters, led by the social media-driven Cockroach Janta Party, demonstrated in New Delhi, sparking fresh clashes with police.…

France 24

‘Cockroach’ protests: India’s Modi promises to punish officials over exam leaks

PM says ‘those who try to harm the future of our youth will not be spared’ as exam leaks scandal spirals into widespread anger

The Guardian - UK

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

Bangkok Post

Modi vows punishment for Indian exam scandal

NEW DELHI - Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi vowed on Thursday “stringent punishment” for those involved in exam fraud that has fuelled student anger, in his first direct comments tied to major protests challenging his government.

The Economic Times

Who is Mayank Yadav? LSG speedster, first in IPL history to win back-to-back player of the match awards on debut, could return for India vs Zimbabwe series

Mayank Yadav emerged as a promising young Indian fast bowler. He gained attention for his consistent speeds exceeding 150 km/h. Yadav made a sensational IPL debut for Lucknow Super Giants. He achieved Player of the Match awards in his first two games. India now considers him for an upcoming T20I…

The Economic Times

Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram weather today (July 23): IMD forecasts rain; Gurgaon under heavy rainfall alert

Delhi anticipates generally cloudy skies for the upcoming six days. Light rain and drizzle are expected on Wednesday and Thursday. Daytime temperatures will remain between 33 and 34 degrees Celsius. Humidity levels are predicted to stay high throughout this period. The India Meteorological Department has not issued any weather warnings.

Times Life

Why Indian Women Feel Conflicted About Traditional Dress at the Workplace

The silent audit that happens before you leave the houseYou already know what you're going to wear before you open the wardrobe. You've run the calculation overnight: the client meeting, the new manager, the colleague who once said your salwar kameez looked "very traditional" in a tone that was clearly…

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

Times Life

Nagaland Is the Northeast Indian State That Will Rearrange Your Assumptions About India

The India you thought you knew stops at the foothillsKohima sits at roughly 1,500 metres above sea level, and the air there does something immediate to your assumptions. The town is the capital of Nagaland, a state that shares borders with Myanmar and Arunachal Pradesh, and it looks nothing like…

The Economic Times

Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House, ITO & 14 more metro stations closed: Check full list issued by DMRC

Seventeen Delhi Metro stations will be closed starting today at 7:30 AM. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation announced this closure without stating a specific reason. Interchange facilities will remain operational at select stations for passenger convenience. Key transit points like Rajiv Chowk and Mandi House are among those affected. Commuters…

Times Life

What Cooking on a Gas Stove Without Proper Ventilation Does to Your Lungs Over Time

The Air Inside Your Kitchen Is Often More Toxic Than OutsideA 2022 Stanford University study published in Environmental Science & Technology found that gas stoves can raise indoor nitrogen dioxide (NO2) levels to concentrations that exceed the EPA's outdoor air quality standards within minutes of ignition, even before food hits…

International Business Times UK

Cockroach Movement Protests Explained as India's Youth Revolt Over Exam Leaks and Modi's Response

The Cockroach Janta Party, sparked by a leaked exam paper, has led to India's largest youth protest in a decade, demanding education reforms and ministerial resignations amid rising tensions and violence.

The Economic Times

China ready to properly handle sensitive issues with India: Foreign Minister Wang Yi

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi expressed readiness to manage sensitive issues with India. He met with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on the sidelines of ASEAN meetings. Both nations aim to strengthen economic and cultural cooperation and maintain high-level exchanges. They will also enhance coordination within the BRICS framework for…

The Economic Times

Less paperwork, fixed timelines to make solar rooftop installations simpler in Delhi

Delhi has simplified rooftop solar regulations to encourage domestic adoption. The process now involves two steps, reducing paperwork and eliminating registration fees. Technical feasibility analysis is waived for systems up to 10 kW capacity. Discoms must complete feasibility within fifteen days or it is deemed granted. Installation of rooftop plants…

The Economic Times

With stethoscopes and first-aid kits, volunteer doctors stand by protesters at Jantar Mantar

Volunteer doctors are providing essential medical assistance at the Jantar Mantar protest site. They are treating protesters for injuries, fever, and dehydration which arose during the demonstrations. Many protesters are reluctant to visit hospitals, preferring local care and advice. The presence of medical teams offers protesters a sense of security…

1 … 8 9 10 11

People

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

Instagram

44,085 stories

Bharatiya Janata Party

21,782 stories