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Supreme Court orders end to illegal Delhi protest detentions
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- Supreme Court bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant ordered an end to illegal detentions during Delhi protests.
- Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana directed Metro and train services to operate normally, allowing only lawful restrictions.
- The bench issued contempt notices to the Centre, Delhi Police and DMRC, demanding compliance reports by 13 Oct 2026.
- Senior advocate Shoeb Alam alleged 7,000-8,000 protesters, including children and students, were detained, violating constitutional rights.