Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:23pm on 20 Jul 2026,Monday India
Delhi Police have started an investigation into social media posts linked to Pakistani handles following violence during the Jantar Mantar protest. Police are examining whether online misinformation increased tensions. Officials said they are also looking into a possible conspiracy and the role of outsiders. More than 70 people have been detained, and multiple FIRs have been registered. CCTV footage and mobile phone videos are being reviewed to identify those involved. Police said some online posts falsely claimed that protesters had died and hundreds were injured. The investigation into the violence and the spread of misinformation is continuing. (PC: timesofindia/Instagram)
