SC bars coercive action against student protesters, mulls independent probe
The apex court barred coercive action against protesters without criminal antecedents, ordered the release of detained minors and sought responses from
The apex court barred coercive action against protesters without criminal antecedents, ordered the release of detained minors and sought responses from
The apex court barred coercive action against protesters without criminal antecedents, ordered the release of detained minors and sought responses from states.
The decision comes after widespread criticism of the police crackdown on the protests, which included the use of AK-47s. The government has also announced the withdrawal of FIRs registered against the protesters. The move is seen as a significant concession to the protesters and their supporters. The protests were held in response to the state government's decision to conduct the NEET exam in Hindi, which was seen as a move to disadvantage students from non-Hindi speaking regions.
Bihar leader Tejashwi Yadav has demanded an inquiry into the police's use of an AK-47 against protesters during a NEET-related agitation in the state. The incident has sparked widespread outrage and calls for accountability. The police had used the AK-47 to disperse the protesters, leading to injuries and arrests. Tejashwi has termed the police action as 'excessive' and 'unacceptable'. He has sought a high-level inquiry into the incident to ensure that those responsible are held accountable. The Bihar government has promised to take action against the police officers involved in the incident.
Bihar to drop FIRs against NEET protesters filed before July 26, release detainees The Bihar government on Monday announced that it will withdraw all cases lodged against protesters over the NEET paper leak and release those jailed under various charges. The Bihar government has announced it will withdraw all FIRs and legal notices against NEET paper leak protesters and release those arrested before July 26, following mounting political pressure. The Bihar government has announced that it will withdraw all criminal cases registered against protesters who took part in demonstrations over the alleged NEET paper leak and release those arrested in connection with the agitation. The decision, outlined in a notification issued by the Home Department on Monday, marks a significant policy shift amid mounting political pressure and sustained student protests across the state.The notification applies to all legal action arising from incidents that occurred before 6 pm on July 26, 2026. The government said the move is intended to resolve issues stemming from the protests and restore normalcy.Bihar to withdraw FIRs and legal notices linked to NEET protestsAccording to the notification, the state will begin the process of withdrawing all FIRs, complaints and show-cause notices issued in connection with the student protests before the July 26 deadline.The government also said that no punitiv.
Bihar to drop FIRs against NEET protesters filed before July 26, release detainees The Bihar government on Monday announced that it will withdraw all cases lodged against protesters over the NEET paper leak and release those jailed under various charges. The Bihar government has announced it will withdraw all FIRs and legal notices against NEET paper leak protesters and release those arrested before July 26, following mounting political pressure. The Bihar government has announced that it will withdraw all criminal cases registered against protesters who took part in demonstrations over the alleged NEET paper leak and release those arrested in connection with the agitation. The decision, outlined in a notification issued by the Home Department on Monday, marks a significant policy shift amid mounting political pressure and sustained student protests across the state.The notification applies to all legal action arising from incidents that occurred before 6 pm on July 26, 2026. The government said the move is intended to resolve issues stemming from the protests and restore normalcy.Bihar to withdraw FIRs and legal notices linked to NEET protestsAccording to the notification, the state will begin the process of withdrawing all FIRs, complaints and show-cause notices issued in connection with the student protests before the July 26 deadline.The government also said that no punitiv.
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The Bihar government announced on Monday the release of all detainees and withdrawal of cases against NEET protesters. The decision follows widespread backlash over police action during recent agitations, including the firing of an AK-47 by a constable in Siwan. Authorities stated that FIRs and complaints against students would be dropped as a gesture of goodwill. The move aims to de-escalate tensions amid ongoing political and legal scrutiny. Protesters and opposition groups had demanded unconditional withdrawal of cases.