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.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant stated he never consented to be chief guest at Nalsar University's convocation, following student opposition over remarks on protest petitions and a retracted Bar Council threat against dissenting graduates.
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.
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.
Student protests in Jharkhand over exam irregularities entered their 18th day, marked by a BJP-called state-wide bandh, ABVP assembly march, police use of water cannons and lathi-charges, and the arrest of former JPSC chairperson L Khiangte.
Police used force against student protesters marching in Ranchi over exam irregularities, while Assam's flood death toll hit 100 and a Delhi court acquitted former wrestling chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh of sexual harassment charges.
Student protests intensify in Jharkhand over exam irregularities with a march planned to the legislature, while Tarun Tejpal is sentenced to 10 years for rape, and Bangladesh objects to Sheikh Hasina's address from India.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi met student protesters in New Delhi on Wednesday, praising their role in Gen Z demonstrations and accusing Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah of failing to understand the youth.
India's ruling BJP lost a three-decade-held byelection seat in Patna to Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj party following nationwide student protests over exam paper leaks and youth unemployment.
Rahul Gandhi criticizes PM Modi's forgiveness offer to protesting students, instead demanding an apology. He accuses the RSS of controlling India's education system, privatising it, and imposing a singular historical narrative, sparking student protests.
Analysts evaluate whether Nilekani, architect of India’s digital identity platform, can advance education reforms and improve youth employability amid device, language, and funding gaps.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's attempts to connect with protesting youth via Instagram reels have largely failed to address their concerns over a cancelled medical entrance exam. Experts note a significant disconnect between the government and young people, exacerbated by a lack of youth representation and perceived crackdowns on dissent.
A nationwide survey by CVoter reveals that over half of Indian adults are unhappy with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government regarding its handling of recent exam scandals and leaks. These issues sparked widespread student protests, leading to the resignation of education minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Students in Jharkhand are protesting for the fifth consecutive day against alleged irregularities in JPSC and JSSC recruitment exams, demanding a CBI probe and reforms. Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke has extended support, while protesters warn of escalating actions if the JMM-led government fails to address their concerns.
India faces a severe youth unemployment crisis, exacerbated by competitive exam leaks, triggering nationwide student protests against Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government. The demonstrations, led by the Cockroach Janta Party, highlight a generation's struggle for secure jobs despite extensive education, prompting government action.
Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke responded to PM Modi's appeal to forgive students who abused him, demanding Modi apologize for alleged police brutality against young female protesters during a July 20 protest at Jantar Mantar.
The article analyzes how student protests, from ancient China to modern India, have consistently adapted available tools like petitions, posters, photographs, and social media to communicate dissent and amplify their messages, turning local acts into global symbols.
Delhi sees increased security with 30 CRPF companies airlifted and CISF leave curtailed amid ongoing student protests at Jantar Mantar. The Cockroach Janta Party demands Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over the NEET paper leak and seeks compensation for affected families.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant clarified that he did not refuse to list a petition challenging police action against students during a July 20 protest, stating no formal plea had been filed, only a letter representation. He criticized media for "irresponsible and reckless" reporting.
Tens of thousands of young Indians are protesting nationwide, led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), over repeated examination paper leaks and demanding education reforms. The movement, sparked by activist Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike, questions the state's ability to ensure fairness in the education system, posing a unique challenge to the BJP government.
Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike, undertaken in solidarity with the youth-led 'Cockroach movement' protesting an education exam scandal and broader government frustration. His decision followed negotiations and concerns over potential violence, as student protests in New Delhi saw clashes with police.
India's cricket captain Shubman Gill has spoken out amid student protests over exam paper leaks, urging compassion, mutual respect, and a focus on student interests. He emphasized education's power and supported peaceful voices, with other sports legends like Sachin Tendulkar also backing students.
Actor Salman Khan initially supported student protests against the NEET paper leak but later backed PM Narendra Modi's promise of strict action, urging students to return home and activist Sonam Wangchuk to end his hunger strike.
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has called for nationwide protests in India on July 24, demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over exam paper leaks. Youth-led demonstrations have spread across several cities, challenging Prime Minister Modi's government amidst police action and parliamentary disruptions.
