Several journalists detained during CJP protest despite IDs

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What happened

During a protest in New Delhi, several journalists, even those with valid press credentials, were detained by the police.

Despite asserting their professional status, they faced intimidation tactics, including demands to delete footage of police activities.

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  • Reported by Times of India and published Sat, 10 Oct 2026 19:20:31 UTC.

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  1. Founder of India's 'Cockroach' movement among hundreds detained amid mass protest

  2. 'Cockroach' group leaders among hundreds detained in Delhi protest

  3. Several journalists detained during CJP protest despite IDs

  4. 'BJP's honouring women': Akhilesh shares video of harassment during Delhi crackdown

  5. CJP announces protests across country, starting with Mumbai's Shivaji Park today

  6. YouTuber Dhruv Rathee released late night after being detained in Gurgaon

  7. CJP stir: 4 men arrested over viral video of assault on protester

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