Tejashwi Yadav Demands Release of Hundreds Arrested During Bihar Bandh
On July 26, 2026, Tejashwi Yadav, Bihar's Leader of Opposition, demanded the release of hundreds arrested during the Bihar Bandh, including his brother Tej Pratap Yadav. Arrests were made after protests turned violent on July 25; police opened fire in Siwan and Jehanabad. Tejashwi Yadav warned of renewed protests if not released within 24 hours.
29 JUL 2026
— Indian Express
Bihar authorities withdrew 64 FIRs against NEET protesters, but 21 cases in Siwan remain pending due to alleged criminal histories.
18 AUG 2026
— The Hindu
The Supreme Court, using Article 142, quashed FIRs against student protesters involved in NEET-UG protests, leading to Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.
25 AUG 2026
— Al Jazeera
Indian police used force to disperse protesters in Patna, Bihar, after a demonstration demanding job access and exam transparency.
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