The Economic Times

Delhi Police Commissioner authorised to exercise detention powers as Cockroach Janta Party protests intensify

Delhi Police Commissioner gains National Security Act detention powers for three months. This authorisation begins on July 19, 2026, and concludes on October 18, 2026. The order follows recent protests concerning competitive examination paper leaks. Demonstrators clashed with police while marching towards Parliament earlier this week. Prime Minister Modi announced fast-track courts for examination leak cases.