Police violence in India: do official numbers tell the full story? | Above the Fold | 31 July 2026

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The Hindu's latest report reveals a striking gap between officially recorded police violence and widely documented incidents, raising fresh questions about accountability and police reforms in India. We examine what NCRB data shows, why experts say the numbers don't reflect reality, and what it means in the wake of the recent NEET protest crackdown in Delhi. We also bring you updates on the deadly building collapse in Maharashtra's Bhiwandi, the latest escalation in the U.S.-Iran conflict, the growing controversy over the Indian hockey team's new saffron jersey, and The Hindu's editorial on post-facto environmental clearances. Above the Fold is The Hindu's daily news show, bringing you the day's biggest stories with clarity, depth and context. #delhipolice #neet #maharashtra 00:00 Introduction 00:17 Data: Less than 1% of crimes committed by police result in a guilty verdict 06:44 Bhiwandi building collapse: At least 10 dead as rescue operations continue 10:07 Iran launches drone

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