Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra requested Khar police for a one-week extension to appear regarding a defamation FIR over a satirical video about Dy CM Eknath Shinde. Meanwhile, political tensions rise as Kamra faces additional complaints and ongoing security measures at a vandalized hotel linked to his performance.
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