UPDATED: Oct 24, 2026 18:30 ISTA special report from Jamia Millia Islamia in New Delhi highlights the heightened tension following the detention of two opposition parliamentarians, Imran Masood of the Congress and Mohibullah Nadvi of the Samajwadi Party. The leaders were detained by Delhi Police while attempting to visit students on an indefinite hunger strike demanding the restoration of the student union elections, which have remained suspended since 2006.

Heavy barricading and deployment of paramilitary forces, including the ITBP and RAF, were observed near gate number seven. Protesting students, including members of the All India Students Association, assert that student representation is their fundamental right and insist on a fixed election timeframe rather than a drafting committee.

The report also addresses political friction concerning slogans written on campus walls. Read MoreVIDEOS FROM OTHER SECTIONSLATEST VIDEOSFresh Snowfall Hits Kashmir Reaches, Temperatures Dip; Razdan Pass Lures TouristsA fresh spell of snowfall across the upper reaches of the Kashmir Valley has led to a significant drop in temperatures across the region.

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Chandrababu Naidu accused YSRCP cadres of orchestrating unrest, presenting video footage of alleged attacks, intimidation, and arson at a press conference. In response, YSRCP chief Y.S.

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