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NEET Protest Accused Seeks Bail, Cites Assam Government's Move To Drop Cases

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Ahmed, who is currently lodged in judicial custody, moved the Judicial Magistrate First Class, Kamrup (Metro), contending that the state government's policy to withdraw NEET protest-related cases should also apply to

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NEET Protest Accused Seeks Bail, Cites Assam Government's Move To Drop Cases

Ahmed, who is currently lodged in judicial custody, moved the Judicial Magistrate First Class, Kamrup (Metro), contending that the state government's policy to withdraw NEET protest-related cases should also apply to him.

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Assam To Withdraw Cases Over NEET Protest, Release Those Arrested

The state Home and Political Department announced on Monday (July 27) that no further police action would be taken against those involved in the protests and that the cases would be withdrawn according to the legal process.

Economic TimesZee News

Bihar Govt Relents, to Withdraw Youth Protest-Linked Cases

The Bihar government has agreed to withdraw all cases registered against protesters and release those arrested in a statewide crackdown. The decision comes after the CJP and opposition threatened a new stir. The move is seen as a significant concession by the government, which had faced widespread criticism for its handling of the protests. The CJP had threatened to call off a new protest if the government did not take action.

Hindustan Times

Parliament Adjourned Amid Ruckus Over Police 'Brutality'

The Opposition has been demanding a discussion on police 'brutality' against student protesters during the CJP march on July 20. The Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha were adjourned till 12 p.m. amid ruckus created by the Opposition. The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, is set to be tabled in the Lok Sabha.

MintNdtvEconomic Times

Opposition to Press NDA Govt in Parliament Over 'Police Brutality' at CJP Protests

The Congress-led opposition is expected to continue targeting the government in Parliament over the alleged police crackdown on protesting students, demanding action against those responsible and an apology from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The opposition's floor strategy, including its position on the bill seeking to amend the two-year-old anti-paper leak law, will be crucial in determining the course of the protests. The government has been accused of using excessive force against the protesters, and the opposition is demanding a thorough investigation into the matter. The opposition is also seeking to hold the government accountable for its actions, and is likely to push for a debate on the issue in Parliament. The outcome of the protests and the government's response will have significant implications for India's democracy.

The New Indian Express

Opposition to Corner Government in Parliament on 'Police Brutality' Against Students

The Congress-led opposition is set to keep the pressure on the government in Parliament over the alleged police brutality against protesting students. They are demanding action against those responsible for the assault and an apology from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. According to sources, the opposition is planning to corner the government in Parliament over the issue. The protests against the police brutality have been ongoing for several days, with students and youth demanding answers and accountability. The opposition is also seeking to raise awareness about the issue and to ensure that the government takes concrete steps to address the concerns of the students and youth.

The Hindu

AISA Calls for Bihar Bandh on July 25 Against Police Lathi Charge on Protesting Students

The All India Students' Association (AISA) has called for a Bihar bandh on July 25 in protest against the police lathi charge on students who were demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET paper leak. The protests have been ongoing in several districts of Bihar, with students and locals demanding the minister's resignation. The police had to open 20 to 30 rounds of fire after protesters pelted stones at the official residence of the District Magistrate. The protests are expected to continue on July 25, with AISA calling for a statewide bandh.

The HinduThe Indian Express

Protesters Clash with Police in Bihar Amid Call for Statewide Bandh

Protesters clashed with police in several districts of Bihar, including capital Patna and Chapra, as the protests against the NEET paper leak expanded to a nationwide protest. The clashes also broke out between the police personnel and protesters in at least three districts: Patna, Aurangabad, and Chapra. Janshakthi Janta Dal (JJD) chief Tej Pratap Yadav was detained in Patna after he joined the protesters who had gathered in support of the statewide bandh over NEET paper leak, and police action on the protesters. The protests have been ongoing for several days, with many students and parents calling for action against the NEET paper leak. The government has faced criticism for its handling of the issue, and the protests are seen as a significant development.

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