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India opposition lawmakers detained protesting election chief

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Several opposition lawmakers in New Delhi were detained by Indian police for attempting to breach barricades during a protest. The demonstration was organized to demand the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner, citing alleged divisions within the poll body as reported by The Indian Express. This protest poses a political challenge to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government. AI

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India opposition lawmakers detained protesting election chief

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Reuters ·

    India opposition lawmakers detained over protest against election chief

    Indian police detained several opposition lawmakers in the capital of New Delhi on Tuesday for trying to breach barricades during a protest march to demand the resignation of the election chief over a controversial revision of voter lists. The march presents a fresh political cha…

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