Hindu nationalist party ruling India since 2014 under Narendra Modi
The Cockroach Janta Party has risen from a satirical Instagram account to a mass youth movement with more than 22 million followers and has organised street protests in New Delhi demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resign after repeated exam paper leaks and marking errors that have disrupted millions of students’ careers.
India has been pushing Bengali-speaking Muslims into Bangladesh under a deportation drive that has drawn criticism from rights groups. Bangladesh and India have held border talks to manage crossings and disputes over due process. Tensions rise as both sides pledge coordinated patrols and stronger information sharing.
New Caledonia has held provincial elections that will reshape control of its Congress ahead of fresh talks with France on the territory's status; turnout was about 54% and France has deployed thousands of security officers. In Algeria, authorities have staged tightly managed parliamentary votes that critics say preserve the ruling alliance and limit genuine political competition.
Australia and India have signed an administrative agreement to export uranium for peaceful purposes, enabling longer-term supplies to help India expand its nuclear capacity. Details on volumes and timing remain undisclosed. The move is part of broader efforts to diversify trade and strengthen Indo-Pacific security ties during Narendra Modi’s visit to Australia.
A child’s rape and murder in Baruipur has sparked protests, a mob lynching, and a police shooting as tensions mount over the BJP government’s handling of women’s safety. Investigations are underway as authorities form a SIT and police recount the scene.
Public schools and universities in the region are undergoing formal audits of books and digital resources. Authorities say the reviews aim to remove misleading or unlawful content, while critics warn of growing censorship and threats to academic freedom. The move follows protests and the removal of two books from school libraries earlier this year.
Independent and AP News report on Marian devotion at Bandel Church near Kolkata and a Philippine replica of Mary’s house in Cavite. Both sites illustrate how Marian devotion shapes faith communities across Asia.
Protests across major Indian cities have intensified as activists demand the education minister’s resignation and systemic reforms after a paper-leak crisis that affected millions of students. Sonam Wangchuk has ended his hunger strike but the movement continues with calls for accountability and compensation for families.
Protests led by the Cockroach Janta Party have forced Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to resign over exam leaks and irregularities. The movement, born online, has mobilized millions of Gen Z followers and spurred government actions, from a high-profile task force to a renewed push for exam reforms. The developments unfold as Prime Minister Modi grapples with youth frustration and political backlash.
Protests across New Delhi and other cities have intensified after a string of exam paper leaks. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned following mass youth-led demonstrations led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP). The government pledges fast-track courts to punish leaks as protesters demand systemic reforms and compensation for victims’ families.
India's education minister, Dharmendra Pradhan, has resigned after weeks of nationwide protests led by the youth-led Cockroach Janta Party (CJP). Tens of thousands of students have protested exam paper leaks and police violence at Jantar Mantar; CJP has suspended its agitation after government assurances but reports of detentions in Assam, West Bengal and Bihar continue.
India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned amid mass student protests over exam leaks, marking a significant political development as the Cockroach Janta Party-led movement pushes for accountability and systemic reform.
Gen Z-led protests over medical exam leaks have compelled India’s education minister to resign. The Cockroach Janta Party has galvanized a nationwide movement pressing for accountability and reforms. The government has conceded some demands, while protests continue to shape political dynamics.
Prashant Kishor, founder of the Jan Suraaj Party, has defeated BJP candidate Neeraj Kumar in Bankipur by over 19,000 votes, according to the Election Commission of India. This marks Kishor’s first electoral contest and tests Modi’s support among India’s youth amid recent student protests. Bankipur had voted BJP in four consecutive terms since 2010.
The Bombay High Court's Goa bench has convicted Tarun Tejpal, the founder of Tehelka, of rape and sexual harassment, overturning a 2021 acquittal. He is sentenced to 10 years in prison and fined about Rs 1 million. Tejpal plans to appeal to the Supreme Court; surrender is set within four weeks.
India and Nepal are coordinating rescue and relief after catastrophic floods triggered by a glacier break have killed hundreds, with thousands missing. Authorities warn floodwaters and landslides will persist as search operations continue and regional reconstruction plans take shape.
The Cockroach Janta Party has launched a peaceful march planned for Sept. 5 in New Delhi, led by families of NEET exam-affected students and victims of police violence. Protests followed the NEET paper leak and the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The government has faced criticism for delaying commitments and for police action during the demonstrations.
The Universal Oneness Celebration at Madison Square Garden has drawn protests from groups warning the RSS, led by Mohan Bhagwat, promotes Hindu nationalism. Organisers say the event aims for unity, while critics accuse it of masking a history of minority discrimination in India. Local officials debate potential sanctions and the broader implications for diaspora politics.