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Delhi on High Alert: Security Tightened Ahead of October 10 Protest
- •Delhi is on high alert ahead of the October 10 protest over the Special Intensive Revision of voter lists.
- •The Cockroach Janta Party and opposition leaders demand the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged electoral roll irregularities.
- •Delhi Police denied permission for the planned Jantar Mantar gathering, citing procedural and public-order concerns.
- •Authorities implemented extensive restrictions affecting metro stations and rail services, prompting intervention from the Supreme Court.
Key Questions Answered
Jawaharlal Nehru University dismissed Professor and Congress MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam with immediate effect following an internal inquiry into sexual harassment complaints made by 11 female students. The university's Internal Committee recommended major punishment after examining allegations that included inappropriate remarks during classes, unwanted advances, and misconduct during academic interactions and gatherings.
The dismissal order, signed by JNU Vice-Chancellor Santishree D Pandit on October 9, 2026, followed the prescribed procedures and considered the findings of the university's Internal Committee. JNU cited applicable service rules, including Rule 11(ix) of the Central Civil Services (Classification, Control and Appeal) Rules, to impose the major penalty of termination.
Prof. Angomcha Bimol Akoijam has challenged the disciplinary process, dismissed the controversy as a political witch hunt, and demanded evidence. Meanwhile, the BJP launched a political attack on the Congress party, criticizing leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra over the issue.
