The Solidarity Against Disability Discrimination will halt subway boarding protests in Seoul after Budget Minister Park Hong-geun pledged to review disability rights funding in the upcoming national budget, urging an end to service disruptions.
The Jharkhand government has cancelled 22 recruitment exams and initiated probes into 23 others following a 26-day student protest. The move aims to address corruption allegations, though it has sparked concern among candidates who had already secured government positions.
The Tamil Nadu government has revoked a directive that instructed educational authorities to prevent students from participating in protests organized by Left-wing parties and the Tamil Nadu Cockroach Janata Party (CJP).
The article critiques the notion of 'Woke 1.0' being 'crazy' and argues against dismissing the social justice movements it encompassed, highlighting the distinction between cultural shifts and state power abuses.
The Supreme Court of India announced plans to form a high-powered committee to investigate allegations of police brutality against students during a July 20 protest march in New Delhi, while also reviewing the potential quashing of FIRs against participants.
Russia protested to Japan's ambassador over PM Sanae Takaichi's criticism of Vladimir Putin's visit to the disputed Kuril Islands. Takaichi called the visit 'unacceptable,' while Moscow accused Tokyo of crossing the line of decency and pursuing a militaristic path.
Japan's ambassador to Moscow, Akira Muto, was summoned to the Russian Foreign Ministry following Japanese protests over President Vladimir Putin's visit to Iturup Island.
Activist Devendra Nath Mahto ended a 16-day hunger strike in Ranchi after the Jharkhand government agreed to cancel a controversial recruitment exam amidst widespread protests over alleged irregularities.
Profile of four ordinary Indian women leading modern social and political movements, examining their motivations, the barriers they face, and the enduring legacy of women's activism in India.
Jharkhand government canceled recruitment exams following student protests over irregularities, prompting backlash from successful candidates. Meanwhile, India's NTA sacked staff and ordered audits after national entrance exam errors.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s BJP suffered a rare electoral defeat in Bihar's Bankipur constituency following weeks of Gen Z-led student protests against exam paper leaks and government policies.
Bangladesh links PM Tarique Rahman's potential India visit to the extradition of ex-PM Sheikh Hasina, convicted of crimes against humanity and currently in India.
Exam season has sparked global public unrest, mass protests, and political crises in India, Portugal, and Mexico, fueled by AI cheating, paper leaks, and digital marking failures.
JNU professor emerita Zoya Hasan addressed students and parents virtually on pluralism after protests forced her exclusion as chief guest at Sardar Patel Vidyalaya's Independence Day celebration.
Aging Sisters of Charity and other interfaith activists protest ICE detention conditions outside Delaney Hall in New Jersey, making immigrant advocacy their final mission as their historic religious order prepares to close.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced free online coaching for competitive exams during his Independence Day speech, aiming to ease financial burdens amid recent youth protests over exam leaks.
An overview of major protest movements in post-independence India, exploring how citizens, students, farmers, and activists have used public demonstrations to influence policy and governance.
Indian PM Narendra Modi announced AI training and free online exam coaching during his Independence Day speech in New Delhi, following recent youth protests over exam irregularities.
Police Scotland has warned of potential protests against a planned AI datacentre in Larbert, as public opposition to energy-intensive AI infrastructure grows across the UK.
Serbia marks one year since police violently suppressed student-led protests in Valjevo, sparking a mass movement challenging President Aleksandar Vucic's regime, with demands evolving from accountability for a deadly railway station collapse to broader political change.
Russia defended President Vladimir Putin's visit to Iturup island after Japan's Foreign Ministry summoned the Russian ambassador to lodge a strong protest, sparking diplomatic tensions over the disputed Kuril Islands.
Thousands of Australian students walked out of school to protest the rise of One Nation leader Pauline Hanson, marching in streets across the country in demonstrations organised by the National Union of Students.
The Indian parliament's monsoon session concluded with adjournments amid political deadlock, Air India ordered mandatory pilot drug screening following an incident, and regional tensions flared over water disputes and arrests of fishermen.
Authorities in Tokyo strongly protested a visit by Russian President Vladimir Putin to the disputed island of Iturup, warning it damages Japan-Russia relations.
