The Supreme Court observed that police excesses during recent student protests warrant an independent probe. A three-member bench suggested forming a high-powered committee to investigate alleged violence. The court ordered no coercive action against protestors and the immediate release of minors.

Supreme Court sets July 28 hearing on police actions during student protests, emphasizing the right to peaceful demonstration.

The Supreme Court has indicated it may frame nationwide guidelines for handling protests, stressing that the constitutional right to peaceful protest must be protected while…

The Supreme Court has directed all states to release detained student protesters below 18 years of age with no criminal antecedents while hearing petitions alleging police…

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Supreme Court considers independent probe into police actions during protests, orders release of detained minors, and ensures accountability.