Crime & Law · India
Delhi Police Detain Activists at Jantar Mantar
Delhi Police detained activists Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka, associated with the CJP (Citizens for Justice and Peace), at Jantar Mantar. The activists were reportedly holding a Tiranga (national flag) and chanting slogans. Police stated the action was taken due to security reasons and violation of Section 163 regulations in the area. Another CJP leader, Abhijit Dipke, was also mentioned in relation to the detentions. One report noted that the activists had previously evaded police at the Jantar Mantar site.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
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- Left (2): National Herald, Satya Hindi
- Centre (12): Amar Ujala, Business Standard, Dainik Bhaskar, Deccan Herald, Haribhoomi, Hindustan (Hindi), Jansatta, Lokmat, Navbharat Times, Outlook India, The New Indian Express, The Statesman
- Right (3): Aaj Tak, News18 Hindi, Times Now
- International (4): BBC News, Channel News Asia, Deutsche Welle, France 24