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Supreme Court Issues Notices on Closure of 17 Delhi Metro Stations During July Protests

Supreme Court Issues Notices on Closure of 17 Delhi Metro Stations During July Protests

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Supreme Court of India on Thursday issued formal notices to the Union Government, the Delhi Police, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation, and the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi in response to a petition challenging the shutdown of 17 metro stations during demonstrations in July. A three-judge bench presided over by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, alongside Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V. Mohana, took cognizance of the plea questioning the legal authority, procedural validity, and proportionality of suspending essential urban transit operations. The petition, moved by advocate Sparsh Kant Nayak, arose following…
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Delhi Metro Revises Timings for Diwali; Early Services on Sunday, Shorter Hours on Monday

Delhi Metro Revises Timings for Diwali; Early Services on Sunday, Shorter Hours on Monday

New Delhi, October 18, 2025: The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has announced changes in metro train timings for Diwali, with extended morning operations on Sunday and early closure on Diwali night to facilitate smooth travel and ensure safety during celebrations.According to DMRC, metro services on the Pink, Magenta, and Grey Lines will start at 6 a.m. on Sunday, October 19, instead of the regular 7 a.m. Sunday schedule. The decision aims to handle the expected surge in commuters ahead of the festival.On Diwali day, Monday, October 20, the last trains from all terminal stations — including the Airport Express…
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