The story so far
Sonam Wangchuk Hospitalized
Tracked across 18 sources · Updated 58m ago
Activist Sonam Wangchuk was forcibly removed from his Jantar Mantar protest on day 21 of a hunger strike over NEET exam irregularities and hospitalized. Police cited health concerns and a High Court order, but his wife and supporters dispute the move. Political reactions and a planned Parliament march emerged.
How it unfolded
18 Jul 2026
Police declare planned march illegal
18 Jul 2026
Wife demands Wangchuk's discharge
18 Jul 2026
Hospital: Wangchuk stable but under observation
18 Jul 2026
Wife disputes hospitalization, says strike continues
18 Jul 2026
Police describe Wangchuk removal tactic
18 Jul 2026
Celebrities back Wangchuk's strike
18 Jul 2026
Wangchuk hospitalized during hunger strike
What happened earlier
Latest updates
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Full story →Sonam Wangchuk argues with hospital staff in viral video

Activist Sonam Wangchuk was admitted to Delhi's Safdarjung Hospital by police after a hunger strike.
A viral video shows Wangchuk arguing with hospital staff while trying to leave, saying 'Arrest me, but I won't stay here.'
The hospital stated the delay was procedural while waiting for a court order, not a refusal to let him leave.
Earlier · 20h ago
Full story →NDTV Exclusive: Chief Justice Surya Kant Clarifies "Don't Waste Our Time" Remark

Earlier · 17h ago
Full story →Aamir's daughter Ira explains why she didn't speak out on CJP protests
Ira Khan, daughter of Aamir Khan, explained why she did not speak on CJP protests.
She said she felt she had nothing meaningful to contribute to the conversation.
Ira shared a video on Instagram discussing her decision and mental health approach.
She emphasized protecting her emotional well-being when encountering distressing news.
Earlier · 15h ago
Full story →CJP protest: History will remember your courage, says Amol Palekar in open letter to students

Veteran actor-director Amol Palekar wrote an open letter to students protesting alleged irregularities in competitive examinations.
Palekar condemned the police crackdown on demonstrators and offered legal, medical and financial assistance.
The protests, spearheaded by the Cockroach Janta Party, began over the NEET paper leak issue and demand resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Police used batons, tear gas and water cannons to disperse protesters marching towards Parliament in New Delhi, injuring several students.
Palekar praised students for carrying forward 'the unfinished work of democracy' and said history will remember their courage.