Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:44am on 20 Jul 2026,Monday India
Activist Sonam Wangchuk has requested Safdarjung Hospital to allow him to leave temporarily so he can join the Cockroach Janta Party's (CJP) Parliament march in Delhi. In a handwritten letter, Wangchuk said he was feeling well and that his health parameters were normal. His team shared the letter on X, questioning why he was being restricted if he was not under detention. Wangchuk was admitted to the hospital by Delhi Police on the 21st day of his hunger strike. He also said his fast would continue until the government addresses education issues, including paper leaks, or MPs assure action. (PC: NDTV)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:39am on 20 Jul 2026,Monday Sports
Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has hinted that he could step down after his team's 1-0 extra-time defeat to Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. An emotional Scaloni said the loss "hurts me in the soul" and admitted he needs time to reflect on his future before making a decision. Despite the heartbreaking defeat, he praised his players for their effort throughout the tournament and called Lionel Messi's performances "unbelievable." Scaloni, who guided Argentina to the 2022 World Cup and two Copa América titles, said he will discuss his future with the Argentine Football Association. (PC: India Today)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:33am on 20 Jul 2026,Monday India
Hundreds of CJP protesters continued marching from Connaught Place towards Jantar Mantar and Parliament House on Monday, passing the Reserve Bank of India, Press Club of India and Raisina Road. The group claimed security personnel used tear gas shells at Jantar Mantar during the protest. In posts on X, the CJP questioned the police action, calling the march peaceful. Meanwhile, CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke ended his hunger strike after the father of a NEET student who died by suicide urged him to do so. The organisation said Dipke ended the fast to lead the march towards Parliament.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:11am on 20 Jul 2026,Monday Sports
Argentina President Javier Milei triggered social media buzz after an apparent scheduled X post celebrating a FIFA World Cup victory went live despite Argentina's 1-0 extra-time defeat to Spain in the 2026 final. The post announced a national holiday to celebrate the triumph, with the date to be decided by the players and coaching staff, prompting speculation that it had been scheduled in advance and not deleted. Earlier, Milei had thanked the squad for their fighting spirit following the defeat. Spain secured its second men's World Cup title through Ferran Torres' 106th-minute winner, ending Argentina's title defence and Lionel Messi's final World Cup campaign on a heartbreaking note.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:02am on 20 Jul 2026,Monday India
Thousands gathered at Delhi's Jantar Mantar for the Cockroach Janta Party's (CJP) "Chalo Sansad" march on Monday, with protesters alleging mobile internet services were blocked ahead of the demonstration. Several participants shared screenshots of a government message stating that internet services had been suspended in the area under official instructions. The claims surfaced as security was tightened across central Delhi before the Parliament march, organised over alleged NEET-related irregularities and demands for Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. The alleged suspension quickly sparked debate on social media, with protesters questioning the timing of the restriction. Authorities had not immediately issued a public clarification on the reported internet disruption.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:55am on 20 Jul 2026,Monday India
Delhi Police used tear gas to disperse Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)-aligned protesters as they approached the Parliament complex during the outfit's "Chalo Sansad" march on Monday, coinciding with the opening day of Parliament's Monsoon Session. Security was significantly tightened across the national capital, with heavy police deployment at Jantar Mantar, Parliament and other key locations. Authorities also enforced prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) across the New Delhi district. As protesters advanced, security personnel sealed the Parliament complex gates. The CJP organised the march over alleged NEET-related irregularities and is demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:38am on 20 Jul 2026,Monday Sports
Clashes erupted between Argentina supporters and police in Buenos Aires after the country's 1-0 extra-time defeat to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. Thousands had gathered around the Obelisk to watch the match, but tensions escalated shortly before midnight when some fans tried to breach protective fencing. Police responded with tear gas and water cannons after bottles and other projectiles were thrown. At least 15 people were detained, while multiple injuries were reported, though their severity remains unclear. Spain claimed its second men's World Cup title through Ferran Torres' extra-time winner. Despite the defeat, President Javier Milei announced a national holiday to honour Argentina's team, with the date yet to be decided.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:35am on 20 Jul 2026,Monday Sports
Spain forward Lamine Yamal created football history ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 final against Argentina by becoming the first player to feature in both a UEFA Euro final and FIFA World Cup final as a teenager. At 19 years and six days old, the Barcelona star played in Spain’s Euro 2024 final and earned a place in the 2026 World Cup final. Yamal also joined an elite list of teenage World Cup finalists alongside Pele, Giuseppe Bergomi, Kylian Mbappe and teammate Pau Cubarsi. Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni praised Yamal’s talent, comparing his influence to Lionel Messi and calling him an exceptional footballing treasure.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:15am on 20 Jul 2026,Monday Politics
Aam Aadmi Party leaders Manish Sisodia, Sanjay Singh and Atishi joined the Cockroach Janta Party’s (CJP) protest march at Jantar Mantar in Delhi, escalating political support for the ongoing agitation over alleged NEET paper leaks and education reforms. The leaders extended solidarity with protesters demanding accountability from the government. The CJP’s ‘Chalo Sansad’ march witnessed heightened security arrangements as thousands gathered near the protest site. The demonstration has been led by activist Sonam Wangchuk, whose hunger strike and demands for education system reforms have intensified the movement. The participation of senior AAP leaders marks a significant opposition presence at the protest
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:10am on 20 Jul 2026,Monday India
Chaos erupted across several Delhi Metro stations on Monday after the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) shut five stations due to security concerns ahead of the Cockroach Janta Party’s (CJP) protest march to Parliament. The sudden closures disrupted daily travel, leaving hundreds of commuters stranded and forcing many passengers to take longer alternate routes to reach their destinations. The security measures were implemented as authorities heightened vigilance in the national capital amid the planned protest march. The shutdowns caused inconvenience for commuters, with several passengers struggling to find alternative transport options during peak travel hours.