A suicide bomber killed 14 people, including five police officers, and injured dozens at an anti-militancy protest in Kabal, Swat Valley, Pakistan. The attack targeted demonstrators accusing authorities of failing to protect citizens from resurfacing militant violence, with no group claiming responsibility.
Jon Boutcher, a senior police officer, disbanded the Special Demonstration Squad (SDS) after concluding the undercover unit conducted unjustified surveillance, was badly run, and caused "incalculable harm" to the public, the spycops public inquiry heard.
Der Hamburger AfD-Jugendvorsitzende Michael Schumann wurde am Rande einer Demonstration in Schwerin angegriffen und verletzt. Die Polizei ermittelt gegen drei Tatverdächtige, während die AfD Hamburg die Antifa beschuldigt. Rund 420 AfD-Anhänger und 460 Gegendemonstranten waren vor Ort.
Indian PM Narendra Modi announced he forgives students who abused him during recent Jantar Mantar protests over an exam leak, calling them "misguided children." This comes as police investigate a report against a woman for similar actions, whose age is disputed, while the CJP questions the legality of such reports.
Prime Minister Modi addressed recent large protests in New Delhi, mobilized by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) over examination paper leaks, calling some protesters' actions "vile abuses." Protesters have faced online abuse and police complaints, with authorities asking social media platforms to remove content targeting the premier.
Rund 300.000 Menschen nahmen am Hamburger Christopher Street Day unter verschärften Sicherheitsvorkehrungen teil, eine Woche nach dem Anschlag in Berlin. Die Veranstaltung verlief friedlich und verzeichnete eine Rekordbeteiligung, mit starker Solidarität der Stadtgesellschaft.
In Hamburg nahmen Hunderttausende friedlich am Christopher Street Day teil und stellten mit rund 300.000 Besuchern einen neuen Rekord auf. Die Veranstaltung fand eine Woche nach dem islamistischen Anschlag auf den Berliner CSD unter erhöhten Sicherheitsvorkehrungen statt. Auch in Bonn und Amsterdam wurde der Opfer gedacht und zum Zusammenhalt aufgerufen.
Johnny Depp stages a comeback with a surprise Comic-Con appearance as Ebenezer Scrooge, ahead of his new film, sparking mixed reactions amid past abuse allegations.
Youth-led CJP held talks with the Indian government over national exam paper leaks but will continue nationwide protests. Demands include Education Minister Pradhan's resignation, no criminal cases against protesters, and compensation for student suicides, while the government proposes amending laws to punish culprits.
Activist Sonam Wangchuk ended a 26-day hunger strike in Delhi after government assurances on exam accountability and compensation for victims. Nationwide youth-led protests, organized by the Cockroach Janta Party, continue, demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over widespread exam paper leaks.
Rhiya Ahir blocked a police van in Mumbai for 40 minutes, demanding the release of protesters detained during demonstrations against alleged exam irregularities and police action in Delhi. Her act of defiance went viral, highlighting wider social concerns.
Two Russian men, Lev Lakshtanov and Igor Ratchin, received 8 and 11-year sentences in Angola for terrorism and spying. Accused of coup planning and organizing deadly 2025 protests, they denied charges. Prosecutors linked them to Russia's Africa Politology network, part of the Wagner group, amid Angola's shifting alliances.
Young protesters in Delhi, including Chhavi and Ishaan, documented a large anti-government demonstration using humour and social media. Despite police violence, they filmed "fit checks" and shared sardonic memes, highlighting a generational shift where recording is integral to protest.
Mumbai witnessed protests led by Rhiya Ahir and others in solidarity with CJP's agitation over an alleged NEET paper leak and condemning police action in Delhi. Rhiya confronted police, questioning their responsibility, while demonstrators freed detained protesters from a moving van. Police registered 13 FIRs against 400 people.
Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke mocked PM Modi's announcement of fast-track courts for NEET paper leaks, sharing a meme about Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Protesters demand Pradhan's resignation, compensation for affected students, and withdrawal of FIRs against peaceful demonstrators.
Plainclothes police at a Monday protest in New Delhi faced criticism for lacking uniforms and identification while engaging in crowd control. Senior police acknowledge the ambiguity but cite operational necessities like intelligence gathering and managing large crowds, though police brass has reportedly advised discouraging the practice unless situations turn violent or manpower is short.
Sharad Pawar's NCP(SP) faces speculation over its stance on the NDA's Delimitation Bill, as the veteran politician maintains a characteristic ambiguity, meeting both opposition leaders and PM Modi, while his daughter hints at conditional support.
A political showdown intensified in India over the alleged NEET paper leak and police action against student protesters, with Parliament disrupted and the opposition demanding the education minister's resignation. The Centre called for dialogue, while activist Sonam Wangchuk continued his hunger strike, seeking assurances for students.
Tens of thousands of youth in Delhi protested against the Indian government over exam irregularities and recruitment scandals, facing police batons and tear gas. Protesters, including Chhavi, Ishaan, and Manit, extensively documented the events on social media using humor and defiance, turning fear into content and highlighting a new generation's approach to activism.
Sharad Pawar's NCP(SP) maintains an ambiguous stance on supporting the NDA's Delimitation Bill, with his daughter Supriya Sule denying alliance talks but making a conditional statement. Pawar's mixed signals, including meetings with both opposition and PM Modi, keep his political intentions uncertain amidst efforts to retain his legislators.
BJP workers protested in Vijayawada against a Congress demonstration in Delhi, where Congress demanded Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over the alleged NEET paper leak. Rahul Gandhi, detained after the government refused discussion, led the protest, and the opposition plans to intensify agitation across Maharashtra.
Congress leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, protested outside the PM's residence against alleged police brutality on students during CJP's demonstration over the NEET paper leak, demanding resignations. Several leaders were detained, while Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi visited injured students.
Protests sparked by the dismissal of Ukrainian Defense Minister Mikhail Fyodorov have spread to at least 16 cities, including Kiev and Dnepropetrovsk. Demonstrations, now in their fifth day, initially called for Fyodorov's reinstatement but have expanded to demand the dismissal of military chief Alexander Syrsky.
Tens of thousands of students and youth defied police orders to protest in Delhi, demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over leaked medical exams and wider education system failures. The youth-led Cockroach Janta party (CJP) organized the demonstration, which saw police brutality but also led to government talks.
