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NHRC has grown into trusted address for aggrieved, says CJI Surya Kant

Justice Kant said the influence of a human rights institution does not come from the coercive force of its orders, but from the credibility it earns over time

Delhi Police de-notify Jantar Mantar as protest venue, names three sites

The standing order states that Ramlila Ground, Burari Ground and CBD Ground in East Delhi have been designated as venues for organising protests and demonstrations

No adjudication on new Form 6 while hearing Bihar SIR matter, says SC

Form 6 is an application through which an eligible person seeks inclusion in the electoral roll

Can officials face punishment for defying a Supreme Court order? Explained

From checking for wilful disobedience to possible penalties, here's what the Contempt of Courts Act, 1971 says about officials failing to comply with judicial orders

Lawyers have right to peaceful protests at designated sites, says CJI

CJI Surya Kant said lawyers can participate in peaceful protests at designated locations as the SC agreed to hear on Tuesday allegations of police excesses and detentions during protests

Govt protecting Gyanesh Kumar, turning Delhi into a prison: Rahul Gandhi

The Leader of Opposition said INDIA bloc leaders would approach the Supreme Court over alleged vote theft and demand action against the Chief Election Commissioner

CJP seeks Delhi Police nod for Jantar Mantar protest, gives 24-hr ultimatum

Speaking to the media outside the police station, the CJP leaders said they will give the police a 24-hour ultimatum, or they will issue another call to protest

Delhi HC gives police time till Tuesday to respond to IYC plea for protest

At the outset, Additional Solicitor General (ASG) Chetan Sharma, representing Delhi Police, told Justice Amit Mahajan that he will take instructions on the issue and inform the court on Tuesday

Delhi HC to hear plea against of Jantar Mantar closure as protest site

Delhi High Court agreed to hear on Tuesday petitions alleging Jantar Mantar's closure as a protest site and harassment of demonstrators during recent protests against CEC Gyanesh Kumar

SC to hear pleas on hardships faced by lawyers amid Delhi protests

A bench comprising CJI Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana took note of the submissions made by senior advocate and SCBA president Pradeep Rai

Not my domain: CJI Surya Kant on Delhi protests against CEC, movement curbs

The CJI was interacting with reporters on the sidelines of an event to commemorate the 33rd anniversary of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) at Vigyan Bhawan

UP cracks down on 'puja ghee', orders labels warning against consumption

The FSDA has warned manufacturers and sellers against misleading product labels, with violations potentially leading to stock seizures and the suspension of licences

Modi govt waging war against citizens to protect CEC: Abhijeet Dipke

Dipke, along with CJP leaders Ashutosh Ranka and Saurav Das, were put under preventive arrest at the Delhi airport ahead of the Jantar Mantar protest on Saturday

Delhi under heavy security ahead of Opposition's march to Supreme Court

More than 30,000 police and paramilitary personnel have been deployed across Delhi ahead of an Opposition march to the Supreme Court over alleged 'vote chori'

Delhi protest updates: Opposition to march to SC, CJP plans fresh stir

Opposition parties plan a march to the Supreme Court on Monday over alleged electoral roll irregularities, while CJP seeks permission to continue its protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Delhi wakes up to heavy rain, IMD warns of thunderstorms and winds

The weather department also warned of thunderstorms, lightning and winds at isolated places over Delhi, Haryana, Chandigarh and West Uttar Pradesh on Monday

Delhi Traffic Police issues advisory, warns of disruptions on October 12

According to the advisory, traffic diversions will be enforced from 6 am, depending on the situation on the ground

Maha govt names Tukaram Mundhe as secretary of committee to overhaul MPSC

The decision comes after MPSC aspirants staged a 10-day protest in Pune, demanding reforms in the state recruitment body, faster recruitment and action on other grievances

CJI turns down Congress's meeting request; Opposition march to SC today

Both Gandhi and Kharge had written to CJI Surya Kant, seeking a meeting between 4 and 5 pm on Monday to hand over a memorandum

Delhi Metro shuts entry, exit at 6 stations ahead of Opposition's march

The six metro stations where entry and exit will remain closed are - Patel Chowk, Janpath, Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House, Central Secretariat and Barakhamba Road, the DMRC said