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AAP's agitation against E20 fuel to continue, people must join protest: Arvind Kejriwal

Arvind Kejriwal vows AAP's campaign against E20 fuel will continue. The party will oppose E20 fuel implementation in states with legislators. Delhi Police stopped a march towards the Prime Minister's residence. AAP MP Sanjay Singh raised the issue in Parliament. Kejriwal urged the Prime Minister to stop ethanol imports from the United States.

4 Aug 2026 2:50 pm
Supreme Court agrees to examine PIL seeking alternative to Jantar Mantar as protest venue

The Supreme Court will examine a PIL questioning Jantar Mantar's suitability for protests. Notices were issued to the Centre and others regarding the plea. The petition seeks alternative arrangements for demonstrations due to local inconvenience. Protests at Jantar Mantar disrupt essential goods and medical services supply. The court asked the Solicitor General to obtain instructions on these issues.

3 Aug 2026 12:11 pm
Activist Tehseen Poonawalla alleges house arrest ahead of march against E20 fuel policy

Activist Tehseen Poonawalla alleged house arrest by Delhi Police on Saturday. He was prevented from a solo march and hunger strike against the E20 fuel policy. Police cited potential law and order issues and a large expected turnout. Poonawalla claimed internet jammers were installed near his residence. He has been campaigning against the E20 fuel blend for consumers.

1 Aug 2026 3:34 pm