Violence continued to engulf northeast Delhi for the third day straight on 25 February 2020 even as US President Donald Trump continued his visit to the national capital with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Also read: Live updates on ongoing violence in Delhi
A mosque was burnt down in Ashok Nagar, the death toll stands at 17 as of Wednesday morning, 26 February 2020 and includes a policeman. At least four journalists were attacked by mobs as they tried to cover proceedings on the ground and one was shot.
Delhi’s Chief Minister, Arvind Kejriwal attracted public anger for tweeting about his administration’s happiness classes while his city was rioting, the Delhi Police declared it did not have the manpower to immediately tackle the violence while the Home Ministry said there was no need to call in the army.
Here are the headlines to help you catch up:
1. Nero Worship: Trump And Modi Revel In Bromance As Delhi Burns
2. Memes, Farce And Violence Mark Trump’s Breathless 36 Hours In India
3. Ground Report: Delhi Riots Show BJP Using Mobs To End Women’s Protests
4. Delhi Burning Is What You Need To See Today, Not The Trumps
5. One Journalist Shot, 4 Others Attacked While Reporting On Violence In Northeast Delhi
6. Arvind Kejriwal Attracts Anger For Tweeting About Happiness Classes During Riots
7. Threats, Tear Gas, Fire: Journalists Recount What It Was Like To Cover Violence In Northeast Delhi
8. As It Happened: Delhi Violence Claims 9 Lives As Mobs Continue Rampage