India's Supreme Court orders unhindered internet in Delhi

India's Supreme Court on October 11, 2026 directed that internet services function unhindered in Delhi after mobile internet suspensions around Jantar Mantar. The court did not examine the legality of the shutdowns: the record contains no order under the Telecommunications Act 2023, no reasons and no review.

• Court ordered unhindered internet; metro and movement directions carry qualifiers
• October 9 shutdown covered a 4-km radius around Jantar Mantar for 24 hours
• MHA order was marked "Top Secret" and never published
• 2024 rules require reasons and publication of every suspension order