NEET protest: lawyers say arrests continue despite Centre's assurance | Above the Fold | 30.07.2026

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The Supreme Court has questioned the police response to the July 20 NEET-UG protests, saying peaceful demonstrations should be met with restraint while examining allegations of excessive force. We break down the court's observations, fresh reports of detentions and questioning of student protesters, and what could happen next in the legal battle. We also bring you the latest from the U.S.-Iran conflict, the Madras High Court's decision to deny anticipatory bail to former Minister V. Senthilbalaji, the controversy over India's new hockey World Cup jersey, and more of the day's biggest developments. Above the Fold is The Hindu's daily news show, bringing you the day's biggest stories with clarity, depth and context. #cjpprotest #neet #supremecourt 00:00 Introduction 00:15 NEET protest fallout: detentions continue despite Centre's assurance against fresh arrests? 21:52 U.S. military launches new strikes on Iran 22:43 Madras High Court denies anticipatory bail to DMK MLA Senthilbala

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