UPDATED: Oct 16, 2026 13:03 IST
A Delhi court has issued summons to YouTuber Dhruv Rathee in connection with a defamation case originating from 2018. Following a court directive, Delhi Police and Gurugram Police pasted a notice at Rathee's residence, directing him to join the ongoing investigation. The case pertains to a video where Rathee allegedly accused a BJP member of paying money to defame him. The application was moved before the Saket Court upon his return to India. Meanwhile, heavy security deployment, including central forces, has been put in place around Connaught Place under Section 163 of the BNSS ahead of a planned rally, with authorities warning of strict punitive action against any demonstrations.
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DMK Protests Against Election Commission In Chennai Amid Row Over SIR Exercise
A symbolic protest has been organised in Chennai against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and the ongoing SIR exercise. Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam MP Kanimozhi is spearheading the demonstration, which features Periyar-like models as symbolic elements, alongside participation from VCK leader Thol. Thirumavalavan. The demonstration follows similar unrest in Delhi. The political dynamics in Tamil Nadu remain under observation as the TVK government designates specific locations for protests, including the stadium area, while various political fronts, including DMK and alliance partners, raise questions regarding the election process and voter outreach.
Delhi Face-off Over CJP Tiranga Rally, Connaught Place Security & Rajnath Slams Rahul
Delhi is bracing for a potential flashpoint as the Caucus Janata Party called for an unauthorised Tiranga rally at Central Park in Connaught Place. Party founder Abhijit Dipke urged citizens to join the demonstration following the arrest of leaders Ashutosh Ranka and Saurav Das over events at Jantar Mantar. In response, authorities clamped prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita across the area. The New Delhi Municipal Council closed Central Park for two days citing administrative reasons, while Delhi Police deployed heavy security, diverted routes, and warned that strict legal action would be taken against violators. Police stated only 11 individuals would be permitted to unfurl the national flag at a designated location. Meanwhile, Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh heavily criticised Rahul Gandhi and other opposition parties, accusing them of spreading lawlessness and attempting to hold democracy hostage under the guise of defending the Constitution.