The story so far
Wangchuk Hospitalized During Hunger Strike
Tracked across 18 sources · Updated 28m ago
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk was hospitalized after a 20-day hunger strike at Jantar Mantar protesting NEET exam irregularities. Police removed him citing health concerns and a High Court order, sparking controversy. Wife seeks discharge; police deny permission for planned march to Parliament.
How it unfolded
6d ago
AIIMS expert backs urgent care, activist denies
18 Jul 2026
Police deny permission for CJP Parliament march
18 Jul 2026
Delhi Police hold high-level meeting
18 Jul 2026
Wangchuk's wife disputes hospitalization
18 Jul 2026
Police remove protesters from Jantar Mantar
18 Jul 2026
Wangchuk hospitalized after 20-day hunger strike
What happened earlier
Latest updates
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Full story →CJP protest today LIVE updates: Wangchuk's 'character certificate' jibe at critics; 18 metro stations closed
Sonam Wangchuk reiterated there was no deal with the government; his priority was protecting student protesters from violence and legal action.
Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike after the Centre provided written assurances and to prevent an imminent crackdown, citing fears of a repeat of September 24, 2025 violence in Ladakh.
Wangchuk dismissed criticism by asking why he needed a 'character certificate' for his commitment, having lost 11 kg and risking organ damage.
Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) held a second round of talks with the Centre, which gave written assurances on some demands; 18 metro stations in Delhi were closed on July 25.
The protest at Jantar Mantar continued with large crowds, including delegations from lawyers, farmer unions, and NGOs.
Earlier · 1d ago
Full story →NEET leak: Surjewala calls PM's fast-track courts a 'smokescreen'

Congress's Randeep Surjewala called PM Modi's fast-track courts for the NEET leak accused a 'smokescreen' to 'befool India's youth'.
Surjewala alleged the CBI filed a closure report against the main accused instead of a chargesheet.
He questioned the government's intent behind the fast-track court initiative.
Earlier · 22h ago
Full story →"Pellet Shards Stuck To Skin": Hospital Report Contradicts Delhi Police Claim

Safdarjung Hospital report contradicts Delhi Police claim about a patient's injuries.
Patient's case sheet describes darkened skin around wounds and pellet shards stuck to skin.
The report also notes tenderness on impact sites.
The incident involves police action, but details of the broader event are not provided.
Earlier · 18h ago
Full story →'Chalo Sansad' march: Delhi HC refuses to hear plea seeking NIA, CBI probe into July 20 protest
Delhi High Court refused to hear a PIL seeking NIA and CBI probe into the July 20 'Chalo Sansad' protest march.
The court noted authorities are already aware of the incident and can take action if needed.
The Cockroach Janta Party continues talks with the government over demands related to the NEET examination.
The party's key demand for the resignation of the Union Education Minister remains non-negotiable.
Further discussions are scheduled amid the ongoing NEET paper leak fallout.
Earlier · 15h ago
Full story →Clashes erupt at Jantar Mantar as Nihang Sikhs confront CJP, demands apology from Abhijeet Dipke for demeaning them
