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India police arrest thousands ahead of opposition protest; cockroach leaders released

Indian police made thousands of arrests on Saturday to preempt an unauthorized opposition protest demanding the resignation of the Election Commission president. Leaders of the 'People's Party of the Cockroach' were released, while calls for new protests multiply. This signals escalating political tension and potential instability ahead of elections.

Le Mondeabout 21 hours agoINCredibility 51%View source

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India: New Delhi Lockdown, Mass Detentions Amid Voter Roll Protests

Indian authorities have imposed a lockdown in New Delhi and detained thousands, including opposition and youth movement leaders, to preempt and suppress mass protests against alleged voter roll irregularities and the election chief. This aggressive crackdown signals heightened political repression and escalating tensions ahead of upcoming elections, with the full scope of unrest and government response remaining uncertain.

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