Expelled AAP MP Vinod Kumar Binny calls off hunger strike, gives Arvind Kejriwal 10 days to act

Last Updated: Monday, January 27, 2014, 11:45

Expelled Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Vinod Kumar Binny called off his hunger strike on Monday giving `more time` to the Kejriwal government in Delhi.

Vinod Kumar Binny claims support of more AAP MLAs, meets Lt Guv over Bharti

Last Updated: Monday, January 27, 2014, 05:50

Expelled Aam Aadmi Party MLA Vinod Kumar Binny is likely to sit on a fast at Jantar Mantar beginning Monday.

Dalit Christians, Muslims stage protest for SC status

Last Updated: Wednesday, December 11, 2013, 17:31

Scores of Dalit Christians and Muslims on Wednesday staged a protest at Jantar Mantar here demanding speedy implementation of the recommendations of Ranganath Misra Commission granting SC status to them.

AAP holds poll victory rally at Jantar Mantar

Last Updated: Wednesday, December 11, 2013, 09:51

After making an astounding debut in the recently-concluded Delhi Assembly Elections, the Aam Aadmi Party held victory rally at Jantar Mantar.

AAP leaders watch as Vishal Dadlani `abuses` politicians at Delhi concert

Last Updated: Sunday, November 24, 2013, 12:26

Amidst several controversies mounting over Aam Aadmi Party, singer-composer Vishal Dadlani took on corrupt politicians with choicest words at a concert `Rock the Ballot` organised by the party at Jantar Mantar on Saturday.

Women’s, students` group protest alleged snooping of woman

Last Updated: Monday, November 18, 2013, 23:23

Several women`s groups, student groups, and other democratic organisations today staged a protest here at Jantar Mantar demanding a CBI inquiry into the alleged snooping of a young woman in Gujarat.

AJSU seeks Prez intervention to accord special status to Jharkhand

Last Updated: Saturday, November 16, 2013, 22:12

The AJSU party, which has been staging demonstration in support of a special economic package for Jharkhand on Saturday met President Pranab Mukherjee in New Delhi and sought his intervention in addressing the "concerns" of the state, a statement issued here said.

Asaram`s followers protest in Delhi

Last Updated: Sunday, September 1, 2013, 20:26

Followers of Asaram Bapu on Sunday staged demonstration outside the IGI Airport here and later gathered at Jantar Mantar to protest against the arrest of the self-styled godman.

Activists demand early passage of bill on child rights

Last Updated: Thursday, August 29, 2013, 23:07

Scores of child rights activists held protest at Jantar Mantar here demanding passage of bill in Parliament which prohibits employment of children in occupations and facilitates enrolment in school.

Government defends move to amend RTI Act, activists furious

Last Updated: Friday, August 2, 2013, 17:32

The government Friday defended its decision to amend the RTI Act to keep political parties out of its ambit, saying they would not be able to function if the CIC order was implemented. The step however drew criticism from activists, who contended it would result in an erosion of transparency and accountability.

Court dismisses Delhi Police`s plea against AAP member

Last Updated: Monday, June 17, 2013, 15:44

A court here has dismissed a plea by the Delhi Police challenging an order of a magistrate, who had refused to take cognisance of a charge sheet filed against an Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) member in an alleged rioting case.

Interpretation centre inaugurated at Jantar Mantar

Last Updated: Monday, May 20, 2013, 18:13

An interpretation centre was inaugurated today at Jantar Mantar observatory here to enable visitors get a clear idea of various astronomical instruments at the UNESCO World Heritage Site.