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POLITICSJul 22Water cannon deployed at India education system protestsIndian police deployed water cannons in Raipur at student protests demanding the resignation of the education minister.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSJul 22'Cockroach Janta Party' takes India by stormBorn from a satirical retort to a passing comment by India's top judge, the "Cockroach Janta Party" has grown into a full-fledged movement protesting the government's mishandling of the nationwide medical entrance examination in May. Despite a violent crackdown on a peaceful march heading to the Indian parliament in New Delhi on Monday, members of the movement have kept up their protest. FRANCE 24 explains how the CJP came to be.France 24 [en]
POLITICSJul 22India: Youth-led 'Cockroach' protests increase pressure on Modi's governmentWith each passing day, India's youth-led cockroach movement seems to swell. As the sit-in by anti-corruption campaigners grows in New Delhi, opposition lawmakers relay their call for the education minister to resign over the leaking of exam tests. The standoff grew with the Supreme Court refusing to hear a police brutality petition launched after Monday's crackdown on those trying to reach parliament. Details from the ground by FRANCE 24 correspondent in New Delhi, Sarah Jacob.France 24 [en]
POLITICSJul 22India reaffirms commitment to free Indo - PacificIndia has reaffirmed its commitment to a free Indo-Pacific region. This signals India's continued stance on regional security and international relations.idrw.org · India
POLITICSJul 22Indian students vow to continue 'cockroach movement' protests despite crackdownProtests continue for a third day in the Indian capital, New Delhi, as pressure mounts on Narendra Modi to sack his education minister. The youth-led movement remains defiant even after Monday's heavy handed police crackdown. While the minister in question says the government remains committed to reform, the so-called Cockroach party say he's incompetent, and they want him out. Details by Delano D'Souza.France 24 [en]
POLITICSJul 22India’s ‘cockroach’ protests: a rare political opening for the opposition?India’s student-led “cockroach” protests, which began as anger over alleged entrance exam leaks, are now becoming a broader test of whether Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government can contain young Indians’ frustration over education, jobs and accountability. The fast-growing movement gained political momentum on Tuesday when opposition leader Rahul Gandhi of the Congress party and his sister Priyanka Gandhi Vadra were forcibly removed after a gathering with about 100 fellow lawmakers outside...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 22Stable India-China ties will help build ‘multi-polar Asia’ and ‘multi-polar world’: JaishankarExternal Affairs Minister discusses India-China normalisation with Wang Yi, raises the safety of Indian seafarers with Sergey Lavrov, and joins Quad talks backing a free and open Indo-PacificThe Hindu
POLITICSJul 22From Potti Sriramulu to Sonam Wangchuk : Hunger strikes that changed India politicsthehindu.com · India
POLITICSJul 22From Potti Sriramulu to Sonam Wangchuk: Hunger strikes that changed India’s politicsFrom Potti Sriramulu’s statehood fast to Sonam Wangchuk’s agitation, here’s how six hunger strikes reshaped India’s politics, policies and public discourse.The Hindu
POLITICSJul 22Call for Proposals to Strengthen Civil Society Engagement ( India ) A call for proposals has been issued to strengthen civil society engagement in India. This initiative aims to foster greater participation and development within the civic sector.fundsforngos.org · United States
POLITICSJul 22India's Modi government under growing pressure as 'cockroach' protests intensifyThe CJP got a boost on Tuesday when the opposition Congress party demonstrated outside the PM's house.BBC World
POLITICSJul 22India news: Opposition steps up pressure amid 'Cockroach' protestsIndia's opposition MPs are reiterating protesters' demands for the education minister's resignation. Pradhan has finally addressed the protests, calling on him to step down. DW has the latest.DW News [en]
POLITICSJul 22India opposition leader Gandhi freed after detention at student-led protestDemands from young people and Cockroach Janta Party pose one of the biggest challenges to PM Modi's government.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSJul 22World is ‘extremely turbulent’, Jaishankar calls for deeper India-ASEAN cooperationIndia-ASEAN agenda covers trade and investment, mobility and talent, tech, digital and AI, green and sustainability, as well as connectivity, Jaishankar saidThe Hindu
POLITICSJul 22INDIA bloc parties marching separately but striking togetherThe parties put into practice the Trotskyist principle of “March separately, strike together!” a line that late CPI(M) General Secretary Sitaram Yechury often used to repeat when talking about opposition unityThe Hindu
POLITICSJul 22Can police hide their identity during protests ? What Indian law says about plainclothes officersThe article examines whether police can conceal their identity during protests and what Indian law states regarding plainclothes officers. This addresses legal and ethical questions surrounding law enforcement tactics.indianexpress.com · India
POLITICSJul 22Under soaring pressure , India education minister promises reforms and debateIndia's education minister has promised reforms and debate under soaring pressure. This indicates significant attention on education policy and potential changes.internazionale.it · Italy
POLITICSJul 22 Look forward to translate consensus into actions ...: Chinese Envoy on strengthening bilateral ties with IndiaThis article quotes a Chinese Envoy expressing anticipation to translate consensus into actions for strengthening bilateral ties with India.newzealandstar.com · New Zealand
POLITICSJul 22 Look forward to translate consensus into actions ...: Chinese Envoy on strengthening bilateral ties with IndiaA Chinese envoy expressed anticipation for translating consensus into concrete actions. This statement pertains to strengthening bilateral ties with India.cambodiantimes.com · Cambodia
POLITICSJul 21Why a Hunger Strike Is Rallying India’s YouthSonam Wangchuk’s fast in solidarity with Cockroach movement protests joins a long tradition.Foreign Policy
POLITICSBREAKINGJul 21Police arrest Indian opposition leader Gandhi as protests continue to growAl Jazeera [en]
POLITICSJul 21Indian opposition leader demands Modi resignation over student protest crackdownAn Indian opposition leader has demanded the resignation of Prime Minister Modi following a crackdown on student protests. This indicates significant political tension and public opposition.geo.tv · Pakistan
POLITICSJul 21Why India Youth Movement Must Rethink Its StrategyAn analysis suggests that the youth movement in India needs to re-evaluate its current strategy. This article likely explores reasons and potential new approaches for the movement's objectives.countercurrents.org · India
POLITICSJul 21India youth - led Cockroach movement vows to continue protest after police crackdownAn India youth-led 'Cockroach movement' has vowed to continue its protest despite facing a police crackdown. This signals ongoing social unrest and resistance.wnmufm.org · United States