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A remarkable discovery in 1951 gave the ‘lost bird’ a second chance | World News CJP responds to Delhi Police notice to X over ‘derogatory content’ NEW DELHI: The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) on Wednesday criticised a Delhi Police notice to social media platform X seeking the removal of allegedly derogatory and defamatory content targeting constitutional authorities, saying citizens have the right to question elected representatives and demand accountability.In a post on X, the CJP said criticism of public officials should not be treated as a criminal act and argued that citizens have a right to raise questions about the functioning of the government.”Since when is an elected representative above questioning? In a functioning democracy, citizens have every right to demand answers and accountability from their PM. By treating online criticism as a criminal offense and a threat to “public order”, the state machinery is sending a chilling message: the Prime Minister is beyond the reach of public scrutiny,” CJP wrote in a post on X.The CJP’s remarks came after Delhi Police wrote to social media platform X seeking the removal of content allegedly containing ‘derogatory, malicious and defamatory content’ targeting constitutional authorities.In its notice, the Delhi Police asked X to ‘immediately delete/remove’ the alleged post or video and provide complete details of the account that uploaded the content. The information sought includes the user’s full name, address, contact number and email ID.The police also sought the account’s login and logout details, along with corresponding timestamps and any other information that could assist the investigation.X has also been asked to preserve all data related to the post or video for the ongoing probe and provide a certificate under Section 63(4) of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA).The latest notice comes days after Delhi Police directed multiple social media platforms to remove posts and videos containing offensive and abusive remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi that were allegedly uploaded during student protests at Jantar Mantar and the violence linked to the July 20 ‘Chalo Sansad’ march.According to police officials, several posts containing abusive language targeting the Prime Minister surfaced across social media platforms during the protests and subsequent clashes in the national capital.Delhi Police’s social media monitoring team has been scanning online platforms for objectionable content linked to the protests. Officials said notices are being issued to social media intermediaries whenever such posts are identified.Police said several posts and videos containing abusive remarks against the Prime Minister have already been removed following such notices.The monitoring exercise is continuing, with cyber and social media teams keeping track of online activity linked to the protests and identifying content that may violate applicable rules.The party’s statement comes amid heightened political tensions following the July 20 ‘Chalo Sansad’ march, during which students protesting alleged irregularities in NEET and CBSE examinations clashed with security personnel while marching from Jantar Mantar towards Parliament.The protests also triggered a wider political dispute over alleged police action against students and the registration of cases against protesters.The Supreme Court has separately been hearing pleas concerning alleged police excesses during the protests. The court has stressed the constitutional protection of peaceful protest while also noting that violence and attacks on police personnel cannot be permitted.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosFirst Direct Freight Train to Nepal! 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Opposition parties have repeatedly sought greater transparency on vehicle compatibility and consumer safeguards.Gadkari said an inter-ministerial committee (IMC), constituted under NITI Aayog on December 26, 2020, comprehensively examined vehicle compatibility and fuel-efficiency aspects of ethanol blending. The assessment was supported by research conducted by IOCL, ARAI and SIAM.The committee’s “Roadmap for Ethanol Blending in India 2020-25″, released in June 2021, was prepared after extensive consultations with automobile manufacturers, oil marketing companies and agricultural experts. It examined material compatibility, engine calibration, fuel systems, drivability, durability, emissions and fuel efficiency before the introduction of E20 fuel.Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) Programme has been implemented through a phased, calibrated, scientifically validated and consultative approach, Gadkari said.He also noted that ethanol-blended fuel has been used globally for more than a century, with countries such as Brazil using even higher ethanol blends for decades.In India, the EBP Programme began as a pilot project in 2001, and E5 fuel was introduced in 2006. While ethanol blending remained around 1.53% until 2013-14, it has since increased progressively after the required production capacity, infrastructure and regulatory framework were put in place.Before the rollout of E20 in April 2026, extensive laboratory studies, durability trials and field validation were carried out to assess engine durability, material compatibility, fuel systems, corrosion resistance, drivability, emissions, fuel economy and overall vehicle performance.BS, or Bharat Stage, refers to India’s vehicle emission standards, which prescribe limits for pollutants such as carbon monoxide (CO), nitrogen oxides (NOx), hydrocarbons (HC) and particulate matter (PM).Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. 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