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Today in India: 11 October 2026
Delhi police detains over 7,000 protesters, including opposition leaders, ahead of a CJP demonstration demanding the CEC's resignation. The government caps cancer drug trade margins at 30%, potentially cutting prices by 70%.
Delhi detains over 7,000 ahead of protest
Delhi Police detained over 7,000 people on Saturday, 10 October, including 600 with criminal records, as a preventive measure ahead of the Cockroach Janta Party's protest at Jantar Mantar. Security included 22,000 personnel, 250 cancelled trains and 45 closed Metro stations. Congress leaders Shashi Tharoor and Mallikarjun Kharge accused the government of undermining democracy.
35 sources, 3 pro-government, 26 government-critical, 6 neutral
Mamata, Kejriwal among thousands detained
Former West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee, AAP convenor Arvind Kejriwal and former Kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan were among thousands detained by Delhi Police on Saturday. The detentions preceded a planned protest by the Cockroach Janta Party demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's resignation over alleged irregularities in electoral roll revision.
29 sources, 7 government-critical, 22 neutral
Tahir Hussain convicted of abetment to rioting
A Delhi court on Saturday convicted former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain of abetment to rioting in a case linked to the 2020 northeast Delhi riots in Dayalpur. Additional Sessions Judge Praveen Singh found him guilty under Section 147 read with Section 109 of the IPC, while acquitting 12 co-accused of all charges including arson and criminal conspiracy.
18 sources, 18 neutral
BJP slams Rahul Gandhi over President Murmu remarks
The BJP on Saturday accused Rahul Gandhi of lying about President Droupadi Murmu's response to the INDIA bloc's 'vote chori' allegations after a meeting on Friday. Government sources said Gandhi's claim that the President accepted the allegations was incorrect. BJP spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi called Gandhi's remarks 'unfortunate and bizarre' and said he was lying.
26 sources, 2 pro-government, 1 government-critical, 1 left-leaning, 22 neutral
More from today
RBI opens special dollar window for oil PSUs
The RBI on Saturday announced a special window to meet the daily dollar requirements of Indian Oil, Hindustan Petroleum and Bharat Petroleum, effective 12 October. The central bank will sell US dollars to the three state-run oil marketing companies through designated banks until further notice. It also tightened foreign exchange derivative rules to curb speculative activity.
18 sources, 1 government-critical, 17 neutral
Gambhir backs bowlers after West Indies chase 250
West Indies chased down India's 249 for 5 with nine balls to spare in the second T20I on 9 October in Ranchi. Captain Shai Hope scored an unbeaten 102 off 45 balls and Sherfane Rutherford made 84 off 37 deliveries, levelling the five-match series 1-1. Head coach Gautam Gambhir defended his bowlers, citing flat pitches and dew.
28 sources, 27 neutral, 1 sensationalist
Nationwide protests seek CEC's resignation
Massive protests erupted across India on Saturday demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Over 3,000 people were detained in Delhi alone, with thousands more arrested in Chennai, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Chandigarh and Guwahati. The Cockroach Janata Party led the main demonstration at Jantar Mantar.
20 sources, 6 government-critical, 14 neutral
Govt caps cancer drug trade margins at 30%
The government has capped trade margins at 30% of the maximum retail price for all non-scheduled anti-cancer drugs, a move that could reduce prices by up to 70% and save patients around Rs 2,500 crore annually. The NPPA found average trade mark-ups of about 170%, reaching 700% in some cases. The measure covers branded, generic, domestic and imported drugs.
33 sources, 1 government-critical, 32 neutral
Cochin Shipyard gets orders for 40 ships
State-owned Cochin Shipyard has received orders to build over 40 ships from the US, Germany, Norway and other countries, Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said on 8 October. Speaking at the Sagarmanthan dialogue in New Delhi, Sonowal said the government is creating a supportive ecosystem for shipbuilding. Some Russian entities have also expressed interest in building ships in India.
8 sources, 8 neutral
SCBA seeks CJI intervention after lawyers detained
Several advocates, including senior and women lawyers, were detained near the Supreme Court in Delhi on 10 October while protesting against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The SCBA condemned what it called excessive police force and sought intervention from Chief Justice of India Surya Kant. The CJI then asked authorities to release the detained lawyers, SCBA president Pradeep Rai said.
2 sources, 1 government-critical, 1 neutral
Useful today
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Air India, Akasa join fuel surcharge hike
Air India, Air India Express and Akasa Air will hike fuel surcharges from Friday, 9 October, following IndiGo. Domestic surcharges range from Rs 400 for flights up to 500 km to Rs 1,200 for flights above 1,500 km. ATF accounts for about 40% of airline operating costs.
17 sources, 17 neutral
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Agniveer scheme benefits detailed
The government has outlined Agniveer benefits after four years of service: a tax-free service fund of approximately Rs 10.04 lakh, life insurance cover of Rs 48 lakh, and a skill certificate. The Ministry of Home Affairs is preparing a special portal to help former Agniveers find jobs in corporate and government sectors.
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Delhi protest cancels trains, refund rules
A protest by the Cockroach Janata Party in Delhi on 10 October led to train cancellations. Indian Railways offers a full refund with no cancellation charges when it cancels a train. For e-tickets booked via IRCTC, the refund is processed automatically within 3 to 7 working days.
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Karnataka reserves 7.5% seats for rural govt school students
Karnataka has reserved 7.5% of seats in professional courses like engineering and medicine for students from government schools in rural areas who studied there from Class 1 to Class 10. The order follows a recent government decision and amends the existing 15% reservation for rural students.
The closing thought
The mass detentions across Delhi and other cities on Saturday highlight a deepening confrontation between the opposition and the Election Commission. The government's move to cap cancer drug margins offers a tangible relief, but the political standoff over electoral roll revisions shows no sign of easing. The coming week will test whether the judiciary can provide a channel for these grievances without further polarisation.
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