Delhi Police Detain Activists After Denying Permission for UGC Equity Rules Protest

Delhi Police denied permission for a protest against the University Grants Commission's proposed equity regulations, citing law and order concerns and scheduled events. Despite the denial, activists gathered at Ramlila Maidan, leading to the detention of around 120 demonstrators who were later released. Protesters claimed the demonstration was peaceful and criticized the detentions, while police stated some participants were aware of the lack of permission. The Supreme Court has temporarily stayed the regulations amid ongoing objections.