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'Illegal detentions' in India, as protesters allege foul play at Electoral Commission

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PRESS REVIEW – Monday, October 12: Widespread protests in India are met with detentions judged "illegal" by the country's Supreme Court.

But first: Lebanese papers report as Hezbollah prepares for a new regional flare-up.

Key facts

  • PRESS REVIEW – Monday, October 12: Widespread protests in India are met with detentions judged "illegal" by the country's Supreme Court.
  • But first: Lebanese papers report as Hezbollah prepares for a new regional flare-up.
  • Reported by France 24 and published Mon, 12 Oct 2026 10:51:05 UTC.

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  1. Indian YouTuber Dhruv Rathee alleges abduction ahead of Delhi protests

  2. India’s retail inflation jumps to 5.54% in September, above estimates

  3. 'Illegal detentions' in India, as protesters allege foul play at Electoral Commission

  4. Poland: Police foils alleged assassination attempt against PM

  5. 'India-Pakistan flavour will be missed': Suraj Karkera on rivals' withdrawal from ACT

  6. India's opposition parties march to top court as protests over voter lists escalate

  7. REPLAY: NATO's top military commander warns Russia over alleged sabotage

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