Police detain Indian opposition leader Gandhi as protests continue to grow
Detained while picketing PM's residence, Gandhi demands Modi's resignation for 'destroying the future of India's youth'.
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Police arrest Indian opposition leader Gandhi as protests continue to grow
Arrested while picketing PM's residence, Gandhi demands Modi's resignation for 'destroying the future of India's youth'.
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