Yogendra Yadav, Prashant Bhushan detained by Delhi Police during protest

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Activists Yogendra Yadav and Prashant Bhushan were detained by Delhi Police on Saturday. The detention occurred in the national capital during a planned protest. This action was reportedly taken to prevent a gathering that allegedly violated prohibitory orders. Both individuals are known figures associated with the 'Swaraj India' political group.

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