### [2026-07-20](/feed/2026/07/20/index.md)

##### 2026 Delhi Jantar Mantar protests
# Indian riot police baton-charge protesters marching toward the Parliament House in New Delhi over irregularities involving the NEET. Thousands demand education minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, while Delhi Police restrict internet access and say the demonstration lacked permission. 




### Sources:

1. [AFP via RFI](https://www.rfi.fr/en/international-news/20260720-indian-police-baton-charge-protesters-marching-to-parliament)

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