Delhi Police on Monday invoked Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) in New Delhi area ahead of the Monsoon Session of the Parliament. Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Sachin Sharma issued a public advisory, warning protestors against participating in Cockroach Janata Party (CJP)’s “Chalo Sansad” protest.To maintain law and order in the national capital during the Monsoon Session, restrictive orders are in place, prohibiting unauthorized gatherings and demonstrations in sensitive areas. Security has been tightened around Jantar Mantar, Parliament and other key locations as the CJP announced protest march to the Parliament against alleged NEET irregularities.In a post on X, DCP Sachin Sharma stated, “Prohabitory orders u/s 163 BNSS are in force in New Delhi District except designated protest site at Jantar Mantar Road. Further, no permission has been sought or granted for any proposed march to Parliament on 20 July 2026.”Quick answers to key questions•5 QUESTIONSUnder Section 163 BNSS, prohibited activities include public meetings, assembly of five or more persons, carrying of weapons or placards, shouting slogans, making speeches, and unauthorized demonstrations without written permission.Section 163 BNSS replaces Section 144 of the CrPC, 1973, and empowers Executive Magistrates to issue temporary orders specifically aimed at maintaining public order and preventing threats to safety and health.Delhi Police invoked Section 163 to maintain law and order during the Monsoon Session, particularly to prevent unauthorized gatherings and protests, ensuring the safety of the Parliament area.The prohibitory orders under Section 163 BNSS apply to the entire area of the Sub-Division Parliament Street, excluding the designated protest site at Jantar Mantar.Individuals violating the prohibitions set by Section 163 BNSS may face legal action under Section 223 of BNSS, which can lead to penalties for unauthorized gatherings or protests.The post added, “Citizens are advised not to participate in any unauthorised gathering or procession.” The order issued by Assistant Commissioner of Police, Sub-Division Parliament Street, New Delhi District, Ajay Sharma, states that anyone violating the order will be punishable under Section 223 of BNSS.What is 163 BNSS?Replacing Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), 1973, Section 163 of BNSS is one of the most important preventive provisions in India’s criminal procedure framework. This prohibitory order empowers Executive Magistrates to issue temporary orders to maintain public order and prevent imminent threats to life, safety, health and public tranquillity.Delhi Police clarified that no permission has been sought or granted for CJP protest march or procession. "Accordingly, protest marches, processions, demonstrations and assemblies of five or more persons are strictly prohibited, except at the designated protest site at Jantar Mantar, with prior permission," the Delhi Police order said.Areas where 163 BNSS has been invokedExcluding the exempted area of Jantar Mantar Road, the prohibitory order applies to the entire area of the Sub-Division Parliament Street. As per the order, activities in the exempted area may be permitted beyond 5:00 pm only if prior written permission is obtained.According to PTI report, security has also been increased around Parliament Street, Central Vista, Connaught Place, Shankar Chowk and other key installations. Besides deployment of additional personnel, rapid response teams have also been roped in amid high alert. Multi-layered barricading, intensified vehicle checks, enhanced surveillance, anti-sabotage checks and round-the-clock patrolling are effective in New Delhi, Central Delhi and parts of North Delhi.The police said the CJP has not obtained permission for the proposed march. "We are determined not to allow any unauthorised march towards the high-security zone," PTI quoted police official as saying.With preventive deployment to
Delhi woke up to light rains on Monday morning as capital city braces for relief from hot-humid weather. IMD predicted heavy rains till 23 July. Check full forecast and weather warning here.Delhiites enjoy the rain after days of hot and humid weather, as showers bring much-needed relief from the sultry conditions on Monday, 20 July.(Hindustan Times)Delhi woke up to light rains on Monday morning as capital city braces for relief from hot and humid weather. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasted a spell of very light to light rain at many places with moderate rain at isolated places accompanied with thunderstorm or lightning. Strong surface winds gusting to 20-30 and reaching speed of 40 kmph are likely during morning to forenoon.For the rest of the day, Delhi residents can expect, “Another spell of very light to light rain at few places accompanied with Thunderstorm/Lightning and strong surface winds speed reaching 20-30 gusting to 40 kmph towards evening/night.”The weather department warned of active monsoon conditions over northwest, east and northeast India during this week, predicting rains in parts of Delhi-NCR and neighbouring states. "Fairly Widespread to Widespread rainfall likely over Haryana Chandigarh & Delhi and Punjab during 20th-23rd July; East Uttar Pradesh and West Uttar Pradesh during 19th-24th July; East Rajasthan during 23rd-25th July," IMD said.View full ImageDelhi rains: IMD issues yellow alert for 21 and 22 July.IMD has issued no weather alert for 20 July but a yellow warning for rains is in place for tomorrow and the day after.IMD predicts heavy rains till 23 JulyThe weather agency forecasted heavy rains till 23 July over the national capital. As per the weather bulletin, isolated heavy rainfall is likely in Haryana, Delhi and Punjab on 23rd July, and isolated very heavy rainfall is likely till 22 July. In Uttar Pradesh Uttar Pradesh wet spells are likely till 25 July.Delhi temperature todayThe maximum temperature over Delhi is expected to be -1.6°C to -3.0°C below normal around 32°C to 34°C while the minimum temperature will most likely settle in 25°C to 27°C range, around -1.5°C to 1.5°C) near normal. According to IMD's report issued on 19 July at 10:45 PM, no large change in maximum temperatures is likely during next 24 hours thereafter fall by 3-5°C.About the AuthorFareha NaazFareha Naaz is a Delhi-based journalist and Content Producer at LiveMint, where she has built nearly three years of experience in digital journalism. She covers a diverse range of topics, including national news, education, entertainment, lifestyle trends science, global health and international news. With a background in Economics and Education, she focuses on providing insightful, thoroughly researched coverage that bridges the gap between breaking news and in-depth analysis. In addition to breaking copies, legal and political news, her reporting blends editorial rigour with search-driven storytelling. With a keen eye-on-global events, she provides insightful coverage on latest developments. Her reporting combines editorial rigour with in-depth coverage and search-driven storytelling provide valuable insight and context to readers, ensuring accuracy and relevance. Her newsroom experience helped her in combining her critical thinking skills with real-time editorial decision-making. Over the years, she has been presenting complex stories with clarity for a digital-first audience amid fast-paced news cycles. Her thoroughly researched stories, with well-structured and engaging content, provide readers with clear understanding of the context and background. Fareha holds a Master’s degree in Economics, in addition to a Bachelor of Education degree. When not in the newsroom, she enjoys painting and sports, reading books and current developments. Stay updated with the latest Trending, India , World and US news. HomeNewsIndiaDelhi wakes up to fresh wet spell as city braces for relief fro
Chaos unfolded at Jantar Mantar early on Saturday as a team of Delhi Police personnel in plain clothes entered the protest site through the rear gate and shifted Sonam Wangchuk to a government hospital after his health deteriorated.Saturday marked the 21st day of Wangchuk's hunger strike at the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest, seeking Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over alleged irregularities in NEET and other public examinations.According to eyewitnesses, at around 6.45 am, a few policemen carrying a large white curtain climbed onto the stage. They used the sheet to shield the stage from public view before lifting Wangchuk in what his supporters described as a forcible removal. At the same time, another group of policemen held back supporters who tried to approach the stage.Quick answers to key questions•5 QUESTIONSSonam Wangchuk was shifted to the hospital on the advice of medical experts due to his deteriorating health condition after 21 days of hunger strike, in compliance with a directive from the Delhi High Court.During his removal, Delhi Police personnel in plain clothes used a large white curtain to shield Wangchuk from view while transferring him to an ambulance, allegedly using force to restrain supporters who tried to intervene.Sonam Wangchuk lost over 9 kg, nearly 20% of his body mass, and his health deteriorated significantly, with concerns about muscle loss and organ damage prompting the need for medical intervention.CJP leaders claimed that Delhi Police forcefully removed Wangchuk and that protesters were beaten and detained, contradicting police statements about maintaining maximum restraint during the operation.The hunger strike aimed to demand the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged irregularities in NEET and other public examinations, while calling for systemic reforms in India's examination processes.CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke was not present at the venue, while party spokesperson Saurav Das was returning to Delhi from Rajasthan.“I was returning from Rajasthan. I was told that Sonamji has been forcifully removed by policemen in civies who covered the stage with a curtain. They used strong arm tactic. They beat up some protestors. Now they have stopped people from enetring the venue,” Saurav Das, CJP spokesperson told reporters after Sonam was removed.Early Morning ActionThe early morning action was planned following directions from the Delhi High Court and medical advice recommending Wangchuk's hospitalisation, Delhi police said in a statement.Senior police officers received instructions from Police Headquarters around 1.30 am to ensure that Wangchuk underwent a medical examination and was admitted to hospital, news ageny PTI said.At 3 am Saturday all personnel of the New Delhi district police assembled at the spot for what they were told was a security drill in Parliament before the Monsoon Session, a report in Indian Express said quoting sources. They were then taken to the Mandir Marg police station, where they were informed that Wangchuk would be removed from Jantar Mantar within ‘30 seconds,’ the report said.The officers also discussed deploying network jammers around the protest site to prevent the circulation of videos during the operation, the source told PTI.Around 5 am, senior officers gathered near Jantar Mantar for a final briefing. Deputy Commissioner of Police of New Delhi briefed the deployment before the orders were implemented.As the policemen covered the stage with the sheets before shifting the activist to an ambulance waiting nearby. The sheets were used to prevent members of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) and others from recording and circulating videos of Wangchuk's removal, a source told PTI.No police permission for Monday's marchWith Parliament's Monsoon Session beginning next week, Delhi Police was keen to ensure that no crowd built up at the protest site, the source added. Wangchuk and CJP have given a march call t
Opposition leaders slammed the Delhi Police after it took away activist Sonam Wangchuk from the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) protest site at Delhi's Jantar Mantar on Saturday morning and admitted him to the Safdarjung hospital in Delhi.Leaders like Aam Aadmi Party's (AAP) Manish Sisodia, Sanjay Singh and Saurabh Bharadwaj slammed the action, with Sisodia saying in a post on X, “So, this is the solution Modi ji has given for paper leaks... Beat up with goons whoever raises their voice against paper leaks and don't let them raise their voice at all. This isn't politics, it's cowardice. What a reign of thugs..”Sanjay Singh claimed that Wangchuk was forcefully taken away despite being on a fast for a prolonged period of time.Quick answers to key questions•5 QUESTIONSSonam Wangchuk was removed from the protest site by Delhi Police on the orders of the Hon’ble High Court and expert medical advice due to his deteriorating health condition resulting from an indefinite hunger strike.The Delhi Police claimed to have observed maximum restraint during Wangchuk's removal, although protestors reported that police entered in plain clothes and used white bed sheets to obstruct camera views during the incident.Before his hospitalization, Sonam Wangchuk was reported to be weak due to prolonged fasting and dehydration, prompting medical intervention for essential care.Opposition leaders, including Manish Sisodia and Dimple Yadav, condemned the action, describing it as an assault on democracy and accusing the government of suppressing voices of dissent.Sonam Wangchuk's wife, Gitanjali J Angmo, stated that no medical treatment should be administered to him without the consent of his family or monitoring doctors."What kind of thuggery is this going on? Modi ji, this arrogance of power doesn't last long. The very youth you're beating with batons will uproot your throne. One person @Wangchuk66 who has been on a fast unto death for the past 21 days, instead of listening to his demands, was forcibly arrested and admitted to the hospital," Singh posted on X.AAP leader Saurabh Bharadwaj alleged the police entered the protest site in plain clothes and used white bed sheets to prevent videos of Wangchuk being taken."Shamelessness at Jantar Mantar. Goons of Modi Govt. Delhi Police dressed up in civil dress and sports shoes forcefully entering the protest site. They brought dozens of white bed-sheets to block camera views so that any violence/man-handling with Sonam Wangchuk & others is not video recorded. This is how shameless Modi Govt is," Bharadwaj said in a post on X.TMC leader Sagarika Ghose also slammed the police for the action."What sort of shocking coercive state violence is this? The morally bankrupt @narendramodi regime only knows how to use the danda. UNACCEPTABLE," she posted on X.Lok Sabha MP from the Samajwadi Party Dimple Yadav said the action of the police was an 'assault on democracy'."Forcibly removing Sonam Wangchuk is not just one action, but an assault on democracy and the Constitution. The BJP government can no longer tolerate even peaceful protests - this is tyranny," she said in a post on X.What did the police say?The DCP New Delhi said in a post on X that Wangchuk was removed from the protest site and taken to a hospital 'as per orders of Hon’ble High Court and on expert medical advise'.They also asked the protestors to vacate the place at the earliest."As per orders of Hon’ble High Court and on expert medical advise due to the deteriorating health condition of Sh. Sonam Wangchuk, he has been shifted to the hospital for essential medical care," the police said, adding, "While complying with the orders of Hon’ble High Court the protestors tried to create obstruction, in which slight commotion ensued, however police took maximum restrain and undertook the exercise safely.""We request the protestors at Jantar Mantar to peacefully vacate the place at the earliest," it added.What did the Safdarjung Hospital say?Safdarjung Hospital ackno
PV Kulkarni, who was also arrested in connection with the case, was on the National Testing Agency (NTA) panel that set the questions for the examination. He was a Chemistry Lecturer involved in the examination process, and declared as a “kingpin” in the case.NEET 'paper-leak' case: Latur coaching owner paid ₹5 lakh to procure NEET questions from Chemistry prof, says CBI(HT_PRINT)Latur-based coaching centre owner Shivraj Raghunath Motegaonkar, arrested by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in the NEET paper leak case, had allegedly paid ₹5 lakh to procure chemistry questions from P V Kulkarni, the central agency told a special court on Wednesday.Kulkarni, who was also arrested in connection with the case, was on the National Testing Agency (NTA) panel that set the questions for the examination. He was a Chemistry Lecturer involved in the examination process, and declared as a “kingpin” in the case.The agency alleged that Motegaonkar's son attended the coaching classes of Kulkarni where the questions were provided.In its response to a bail application filed by Motegaonkar, the agency alleged that he, "in conspiracy with the co-accused, procured NEET (UG) leaked chemistry questions prior to exam, and paid ₹5 lakh for the same".The agency said Motegaonkar prepared handwritten notes from the questions provided in Kulkarni's chemistry tutorial classes.The CBI recovered Motegaonkar's phone in which 36 images (five duplicate images) containing 132 handwritten questions of chemistry were found, the agency said.It was found that 111 of these questions allegedly match with the questions in the NTA's master question sets prepared for NEET (UG) 2026, the CBI said in its response.These were purportedly in the handwriting of Motegaonkar, it claimed, adding that metadata analysis has showed that these pictures were taken nearly 10 days before the May 3 NEET (UG) examination."Incriminating notes of chemistry questions relating to NEET UG 2026, allegedly in the handwriting of ...Shivraj Raghunath Motegaonkar was recovered from his mobile phone. The money allegedly paid for sourcing the leaked questions was recovered by CBI at the instance of co-accused Manoj Bhagwanrao Shirure," the agency swas quoted by PTI as saying.The CBI has arrested 13 persons in the case, all of whom are in judicial custody.On May 12, the NTA cancelled the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate), or NEET-UG, held on May 3 for medical admissions amid allegations of paper leak. A re-exam was then held on June 21.About the AuthorLivemintFor about a decade, Livemint—News Desk has been a credible source for authentic and timely news, and well-researched analysis on national news, business, personal finance, corporates, politics and geopolitics. We bring the latest updates on all the listed companies on BSE and NSE, startups, mutual funds, Union ministries, geopolitics, and untapped human interest stories from around the world, helping our readers to stay informed on the latest developments around the globe. Our Coverage Areas 1. Companies: Comprehensive news and analysis on listed and unlisted companies, corporate announcements, corporate chatter, C-suite, business trends, hiring alerts, layoffs, work-life balance, world's top billionaires and richest and more. 2. Personal finance: Insights into mutual funds, small savings schemes like - PPF, SSY, post office savings scheme, stock to watch, personal loans, credit cards, top bank FDs, real estate, income tax and more. 3. Politics: Comprehensive coverage of general elections, state elections and bypolls, Lok Sabha, Vidhan Sabha, Parliament, PMO, PIB, finance ministry, home ministry, among other union ministries and government departments. 4. National News: From metro cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and e to untapped stories from rural India, we cover human interest, health, education, crime and courts, and law and order, among other areas of public interest. 5. Economy: In-depth analysis of India's macro an
Delhi Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls is ongoing, with over one crore forms distributed. BLOs are conducting house-to-house verification for accuracy, and residents have until 29 July to submit completed forms.Delhi residents must fill SIR enumeration forms and submit them to BLOs by 29 July.(PTI)The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls which began in Delhi on 30 June with the enumeration phase is underway. Over one crore enumeration forms have been distributed, as per Chief Electoral Officer's (CEO) status report issued on 9 July. Meanwhile, around 5.75 lakh completed forms have been digitised.To ensure that electoral rolls remain accurate and up to date for over 1.45 crore Delhi electors, BLOs have been assigned with the task of house-to-house verification ahead of future elections in the capital. As per the data, 74.70 per cent of the capital's 1,45,10,298 electors have already received enumeration forms.With the ongoing SIR process, many residents across the nation capital are curious to know how to fill forms provided by Booth Level Officers (BLOs) and to submit them before 29 July deadline. We have provided here a sample of enumeration form which carry pre-printed details such as the voter’s name, EPIC number, address, Assembly constituency, parliamentary constituency, photograph and state name. If any elector has not yet received the form, then they must contact their designated BLO or download it from the Election Commission’s website.View full Image Sample of SIR enumeration formThere are two sections mentioned in the form — ‘Details of the Elector in the Electoral Roll of the last SIR’ and 'Details of the relative whose name is given in the previous column in the last SIR.How to fill Delhi SIR form?Given below are the steps to fill Delhi SIR forms:Electors need to map their details with the previous SIR exercise conducted between 2002 and 2005. Left section of SIR form is for those electors who were a part of the electoral rolls prepared during Delhi’s previous revision in 2002. Those who were an elector of any other state apart from Delhi during the above-mentioned period, must furnish details with the corresponding rolls of that state where they were enrolled.Electors have to provide the following relevant details-Elector nameEPIC NumberRelatives NameRelationshipDistrictStateAssembly constituency (AC) nameAssembly constituency (AC) numberPart NumberSerial NumberA recent passport-size photograph also needs to be attached2. What to do if a voter’s name is not found in earlier rollsIf a voter’s name is not found in earlier rolls, link can be established through parents or grandparents whose names appeared in those records. This implies that the section on the right needs to be filled with details of the elector who was a part of previous SIR, mentioning the voter's relationship with him/her.Moving ahead to the bottom section, electors need to provide their Date of Birth; mobile number; parents', guardian's or spouse name and their current EPIC number. It is important to note that it is not mandatory to provide Aadhar number as it is optional.Residents who have been living in Delhi since before 2002 can verify their details by checking the 2002 electoral rolls on the website of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Delhi. Those who were not a part of the 2002 electoral rolls must note relative’s details, such as name, State, Assembly constituency, constituency number, part number and serial number. Complete the form with signature or thumb impression and date. After filling out the required form, submit it to the designated BLO, who will provide an acknowledgement receipt upon submission.The draft electoral roll will be released on 5 August followed by the window for filing claims and objections which will continue till 4 September.About the AuthorFareha NaazFareha Naaz is a Delhi-based journalist and Content Producer at LiveMint, where she has built nearly three years of experience in digital
Monsoon-related incidents have killed three and forced the evacuation of nearly 800 people across Thane district over the past week. In latest weather-related incident, a lightning strike has injured two people, including a teenage girl.People walk on wet streets under overcast skies after recent heavy rains in Mumbai. Rain-related incidents in neighbouring Thane have claimed three lives and forced the evacuation of nearly 800 residents, according to officials.Monsoon-related incidents have claimed three lives and forced the evacuation of nearly 800 people across Thane district over the past week. In the latest weather-related incident, a lightning strike injured two people, officials said on Thursday, according to PTI.Three dead, 11 injured this seasonThe district administration, in an official release, said the fatalities include one person each from Thane city, Ambernath and Mira Bhayander, PTI reported. A total of 11 persons have sustained injuries in various rain-related accidents through the season, an official said.Lightning strike injures two in MurbadA lightning strike injured two persons, including a teenage girl, in Murbad taluka on Wednesday, tehsildar Abhijit Deshmukh said, as cited by PTI. Both were rushed to the Tokawde Primary Health Centre and are reported to be out of danger, he said.Two boys missing after drowning incidentsIn separate incidents, two young boys drowned in a river and a nallah in Bhiwandi on 5 July and 6 July, respectively, PTI reported, with search operations to trace them still underway, officials said. Separately, the body of an unidentified man was recovered from the swollen Potgaon river in Murbad and has been sent for post-mortem, with police working to establish his identity, according to the report.Nearly 800 evacuated, over 130 houses damagedTorrential downpours have caused widespread disruption, forcing emergency teams to rescue and shift 797 persons from 229 families to safer locations, PTI reported. The heavy rains have also severely damaged infrastructure, with 136 houses collapsing either partially or completely across the district. Five huts, two poultry farms, one community hall and an Anganwadi centre have also been destroyed, officials said.Authorities avert flooding threat in Kalwa's Adarsh chawlAccording to PTI, authorities moved swiftly on Wednesday after hill torrents threatened to wash away the Adarsh Chawl locality in Kalwa, an official release said on Thursday. A spot inspection found that natural drainage channels and nallahs carrying stormwater down the hill had become severely choked with debris, forcing rainwater to overflow into nearby residential units, the release said.The Thane Municipal Corporation immediately deployed personnel to clear the choked drains, effectively restoring the natural flow of the hill torrents and safely diverting the water into the main city drainage network, PTI reported. The district administration said no structural collapses occurred in the locality and that no loss of life or financial damage was reported.Get Latest real-time updatesStay updated with the latest Trending, India , World and US news. HomeNewsIndiaRain-related havoc in Thane as 3 killed, 800 evacuated: Top updatesMore
Following an attack on the Assam Rifles in Ukhrul, security has been heightened. NSCN-IM refuted any connection to the ambush while emphasizing its commitment to peace and the ongoing political resolution with the Government of India.NSCN (IM) said that the attack was carried out by the breakaway Eastern Flank faction, was not linked to the organisation.(X)The National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) on Monday denied any involvement in an ambush by suspected militants that killed two Assam Rifles personnel and left several others injured in Manipur's Ukhrul district.In a statement, the NSCN (IM) said that the reported attack, allegedly carried out by the breakaway “Eastern Flank” faction, was not linked to the organisation.The group further asserted that there is no “Eastern Flank” within the Naga Army of the NSCN/GPRN.“The NSCN/GPRN categorically states that it was neither involved in nor had any knowledge of the said incident,” the statement, carried by local media outlets, said.Committed to ceasefire: NSCNThe Naga separatists also reasserted their commitment to the ongoing peace process and the ceasefire agreement with the Government of India.“The pursuit of an honorable and peaceful political solution remains the unwavering commitment of the NSCN/GPRN,” it said.Naga Peace AccordThe NSCN and the Government of India signed the Naga Peace Accord in August 2015 to end the decades-long insurgency in Northeast India led by the separatist group, which fought a decades-long insurgency in the region seeking the establishment of a unified Nagalim (Greater Nagaland), Naga sovereignty, a Naga national flag, and a Naga constitution.“At this crucial juncture, all stakeholders must exercise restraint and responsibility to ensure that the hard-earned progress made towards a peaceful resolution is not jeopardised by acts capable of creating mistrust and instability,” the NSCN statement added.Militants attack Assam Rifles convoyEarlier, two Assam Rifles personnel were killed after militants attacked a convoy of the paramilitary force in the Nungshang Khong area of Manipur's Ukhrul district."The two deceased include a warrant officer and a driver. They died on the spot. The incident occurred in Nungshang Khong area, located some 17 km from the district headquarters, under the Ukhrul Police Station limits, when the convoy was returning to the 40th Assam Rifles battalion headquarters at Sangshak," a senior officer told PTI.Following the attack, additional security personnel have been deployed in the area, and an exchange of fire broke out between the central forces and armed militants in a nearby locality, he said.The incident spot has been cordoned off, and a forensic team has been sent from Imphal to conduct an inspection there, the officer said.In a statement, Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh strongly condemned the killing and conveyed his deepest condolences to the bereaved families.He asserted that the government would not tolerate such brutal violence and would not remain a mute spectator to these atrocities."Culprits responsible for the murder will be arrested and punished as per the law of the land," he added.State Home Minister Govindas Konthoujam also condemned the attack on the security forces and asserted that such an incident disrupts peace and harmony in the strife-torn Manipur.In a post on X, the minister said, "I am deeply saddened by the unfortunate ambush on the convoy of the 40 Assam Rifles at Nungshang Kong in Ukhrul."He exuded confidence that the security forces would take all necessary measures to ensure that those responsible for the attack are dealt with strictly in accordance with the law.Get Latest real-time updatesStay updated with the latest Trending, India , World and US news. HomeNewsIndiaNSCN denies ambush that killed two Assam Rifles personnel in Manipur, says it is ‘committed to ceasefire agreement'More
Intelligence sources have confirmed that the threat was conveyed through an email that reportedly referred to several temples, government offices and political leaders as possible targets.Intelligence alert issued over possible Khalistani terror threat to Delhi, Uttarakhand.Delhi and Uttarakhand are on high alert following intelligence inputs indicating a possible threat from “Khalistani terrorists” in the coming days, news agency ANI reported. This has prompted the Delhi Police and other security agencies to intensify vigilance across several sensitive locations.Intelligence sources have confirmed that the threat was conveyed through an email that reportedly referred to several temples, government offices, and political leaders as possible targets.Government establishments, railway stations, and police installations have also been identified as potential targets.ANI, citing intelligence sources, said a security alert has warned of possible attacks on temples in Delhi and Uttarakhand.Following the intelligence input, the Uttarakhand Police, intelligence agencies and the Delhi Police have stepped up security, with personnel placed on heightened alert. Security arrangements at sensitive locations are being reviewed and strengthened as a precautionary measure.Delhi Police probe threat emailDelhi Police have launched an investigation into the threatening email to verify its authenticity and trace its origin.Similar alerts issued earlier this yearThis is not the first such security alert in the national capital. In January, ahead of the Republic Day celebrations on 26 January, intelligence agencies warned of a possible terror plot by banned Khalistani groups and Bangladesh-based terror organisations targeting New Delhi and several other cities across the country.Another alert was issued in February after intelligence inputs suggested a potential terror threat near the Red Fort. Sources had then indicated that a temple in the Chandni Chowk area could be a possible target.According to intelligence sources, several religious sites, including areas around the Red Fort and parts of Chandni Chowk, were believed to be on the radar of the Pakistan-based terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT).Red Fort area blast caseMeanwhile, 11 people were killed on November 10 last year after a car bomb explosion rocked the Red Fort area in the capital. The high-intensity vehicle-borne improvised explosive device (VBIED) blast also left several people injured and caused extensive damage to property.All 10 accused, including the alleged main perpetrator, Dr Umer Un Nabi (deceased), were linked to Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind (AGuH), an offshoot of Al-Qaida in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS), according to the chargesheet filed before the NIA Special Court at Patiala House Courts. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a 7,500-page chargesheet against the 10 accused.AQIS and all its manifestations were notified as terrorist organisations by the Ministry of Home Affairs in June 2018.(With inputs from ANI)About the AuthorKanishka SinghariaKanishka Singharia is a Senior Content Producer at Mint with a passion for news, trends, and the stories shaping the digital world. She specialises in spotting viral narratives by constantly tracking social media platforms and turning them into engaging, reader-friendly stories. Her work ranges from fast-paced breaking updates to sensitive human-interest features, blending speed with clarity. With over four years of experience in news and trend reporting, Kanishka has worked with leading organisations such as Hindustan Times and Times Now. She moves seamlessly between profiling business leaders and telling the stories of everyday people, covering national developments just as effortlessly as the memes and conversations that dominate online culture. She also reports on real estate developments and civic challenges in major urban hubs like Bengaluru, Delhi, and Gurugram. Her coverage frequently explores the s
Three workers died in a factory in the outskirts of Delhi on Friday after allegedly inhaling poisonous gas while they were cleaning a septic tank. The incident occurred in the Mundka area.As per officials, a call was received by the Delhi Fire Services (DFS) on Friday at around noon that some people were trapped inside a septic tank in a factory in Mundka Industrial Area.The caller had told the police, "three men cleaning the tank had fallen inside", as per a report by PTI.One a team of police personnel reached the spot, they found out that a contractor, Neeraj, was hired by Marwah Printers to clean a septic tank inside the factory premises. Neeraj, along with three other workers, were carrying out the cleaning when the incident occurred.The deceased were identified as Arun (25), Sandeep (32) and Chand (42), all residents of Sultanpuri. Police said the three allegedly fell unconscious after inhaling toxic fumes inside the tank.Traffic en route proved to be a bane for three fire tenders which were dispatched to the area. They managed to reach the site at around 12:23 pm.Two fire tenders were initially rushed to the spot. However, due to heavy congestion en route, the rescue team reported a traffic jam at 12.23 pm. Another vehicle was then dispatched from the opposite direction via Tikri to expedite the rescue operation.After arriving at the scene, fire personnel pulled out the three men from the tank, but they were found dead. The bodies were shifted to Sanjay Gandhi Memorial Hospital in Mangolpuri for postmortem examination to ascertain the exact cause of death.Police said a case has been registered under sections 106 (death by negligence) and 3(5) (common intention) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Section 9 of the Prohibition of Employment as Manual Scavengers and their Rehabilitation Act, and Section 3(1)(j) of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.Three arrested; families mourn the deadThree people have been arrested in connection with the case. Suaj Marwah, the 50-eyar-old owner of the factory, Jayant, a resident of Baprola Vihar, as the contractor and owner of the vehicle which was used to transport the deceased workers to the site."My children have been asking me since morning where their father has gone. They were told that he met with an accident, and they have been inconsolable ever since," Chand's wife said, breaking down."I don't know what to do now or how we will survive. He hardly went to work, but today he said he needed some money to repay a few loans, so he decided to go," she said.Sandeep's mother said the family was on its way to Bhiwani for her eye treatment when they received the news."He was the only one looking after his two daughters, his ailing father, and me after his wife died. I don't know how we will survive now," she said.Arun's brother Narendra accused the factory management for sending the workers into the tank."He needed the money, so he agreed. He was only 25 years old, and now he has died in that tank. I don't know who will take responsibility for this," he said.With agency inputsAbout the AuthorLivemintFor about a decade, Livemint—News Desk has been a credible source for authentic and timely news, and well-researched analysis on national news, business, personal finance, corporates, politics and geopolitics. We bring the latest updates on all the listed companies on BSE and NSE, startups, mutual funds, Union ministries, geopolitics, and untapped human interest stories from around the world, helping our readers to stay informed on the latest developments around the globe. Our Coverage Areas 1. Companies: Comprehensive news and analysis on listed and unlisted companies, corporate announcements, corporate chatter, C-suite, business trends, hiring alerts, layoffs, work-life balance, world's top billionaires and richest and more. 2. Personal finance: Insights into mutual funds, small savings schemes like - PPF, SSY, post office savings scheme, stock to watc
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