Indian police used water cannons and other crowd control measures against students protesting in Patna over alleged exam paper leaks and irregularities in public service examinations. The clashes highlight ongoing youth discontent regarding job opportunities and transparency in the examination system across India.
A US federal judge has invalidated the Trump administration's policy that froze immigrant visa applications for citizens from 75 countries, including Nigeria and Morocco. The ruling deemed the ban "patently unlawful," allowing citizens from affected nations to reapply for visas.
Protesters in Jharkhand have announced plans to gherao Chief Minister Hemant Soren's residence on August 20, demanding his resignation. Students are also urging the Congress party to withdraw its support for the current government.
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TG Mohandas, a right-wing politician from Kerala, was detained by police for making controversial remarks about Delhi protesters, including a comment suggesting girls enjoy rape. His detention followed public outrage over his statements.
Protesters clashed with police in Wisconsin, lighting fires and throwing memorial candles, hours after a memorial for Corey Ruiz was removed from an encampment.
Abhijeet Dipke has expressed sympathy for Delhi police officers injured during a protest at Jantar Mantar, alleging that the brutality was committed by 'BJP goons' rather than student protestors.
Indian politician Kharge questioned Home Minister Amit Shah's absence from Parliament and his silence regarding a security crackdown on protestors, asking if his mouth had been 'stitched shut'.
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The Opposition and BJP clashed in the Rajya Sabha over police action against student protesters at the CPI(M) headquarters. BJP President J.P. Nadda defended the police action as 'normal law and order' while recalling his own arrest during the Emergency.
President Marcos' fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA) outlined priority bills and promises, but also drew criticism from labor groups for its silence on wages and the sugar industry. Netizens, economists, and politicians offered varied reactions and analyses of the speech.
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A police officer in Siwan, India, has been suspended after being filmed firing an AK-47 rifle at students protesting the NEET exam. Authorities stated there were no orders to open fire during the demonstration.
Three people sustained minor injuries after a car drove into participants of a protest walk in Bačka Palanka. The incident occurred during a demonstration, leading to several minor casualties.
Ukrainian President Zelensky has replaced Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi with General Drapatyi, marking a significant shakeup in the military leadership following protests and criticism.
The Albanian Helsinki Committee has launched a confidential and professional Integrity Desk platform, encouraging citizens, particularly participants in recent protests, to report any violations they face.
Violent clashes broke out between police and demonstrators during ongoing anti-government protests in Tirana, Albania, resulting in at least 18 arrests and nine police officers injured. Thousands marched towards the police station demanding the release of those detained and calling for the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard attacked US bases in Bahrain and Kuwait in retaliation for recent American strikes, leading to increased regional tensions and threats from the US. This comes as a peace deal appears to be unraveling, with both sides accusing the other of violations.
Protestors at Jantar Mantar, including Abhijeet Dipke, are demanding the resignation of Minister Pradhan and have vowed not to leave until their demand is met. They express a loss of motivation and a lack of accountability.
Following a road blockade in Tirana, Albanian authorities have criminally charged 16 protestors and are searching for two others for failing to respect the designated time and perimeter of the public gathering.
Police aspirants in Bihar blocked a train, threw stones, and vandalized an exam special train, leading to police firing tear gas to disperse the protestors.
Police in Belfast deployed water cannons for a second night to disperse anti-immigration protesters who engaged in violent clashes, throwing bricks and bottles. The unrest followed a stabbing incident and saw vehicles set on fire, with authorities condemning the 'thuggery'.
A protest against a proposed US Ebola quarantine center in Nanyuki, Kenya, turned violent, resulting in one person being shot and killed. Kenyan police cracked down on the demonstration.
The Icelandic state has been acquitted by the Landsréttur court of compensation claims from nine protestors regarding police actions during a ministerial meeting in 2024.
Tens of thousands of people protested in Madrid against rising rents and the housing shortage, demanding more affordable housing and criticizing the impact of tourism. Demonstrators called for neighbors, not tourists, as housing affordability becomes a major challenge for the Spanish government.
Activists protesting under the slogan "We won't give up Rogozna" filmed the transport of sacks containing material from Rogozna and their subsequent disposal at a different location. This action highlights their opposition to the ongoing activities involving material removal from the area.
Hundreds of protestors, including family members of a minor victim, blocked traffic on the Mumbai-Bengaluru highway near Navale Bridge in Pune, demanding strict punishment for those accused of her sexual assault and murder.
An anti-Bezos campaign in New York is urging a boycott of the Met Gala, with protestors taking to the streets to oppose Amazon founder Jeff Bezos's involvement in the event.
Relatives of workers arrested following a protest in Noida are facing financial hardship, questioning how they will raise the Rs 20,000 needed to post bail.
A discussion has emerged regarding whether Ireland should drill for oil, with estimates suggesting billions of barrels could be in the Irish seabed, potentially influenced by ongoing fuel protests.
Energy Secretary Sharon Garin stated that Iran's agreement to grant safe passage for Philippine-bound energy supplies through the Strait of Hormuz is a government 'risk management' strategy to secure the country's oil supply.
Dozens of protestors gathered outside AI company offices in San Francisco, urging CEOs to publicly commit to pausing frontier AI development if other leading companies do the same.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faced a hostile reception at Sydney’s Lakemba Mosque, where protesters called him a 'putrid dog' and 'genocide supporter' in connection with the Gaza conflict.
Scores of people, primarily women, protested in Manipur demanding the implementation of a National Register of Citizens (NRC) before the upcoming Census to identify 'illegal immigrants,' leading to tear gas deployment.
“Protests broke out in several parts of Kashmir on Sunday (March 1), against the killing of Khamenei in a U.S.-Israel strike, officials said. Hundreds of protestors took to streets at various places in areas with large Shia population,” says officials
A group calling itself Concerned Citizens Against Galamsey picketed the Ministry of the Interior to present a formal petition demanding stronger enforcement against illegal mining.
Protestors took to the streets to show their support for Palestine amid the Scream 7 premiere at Paramount Pictures Studios in Los Angeles. “Paramount has a BLACKLIST of actors who criticize Israel,” read one side of a sign by an activist, with the other sign urging people to “Cancel Paramount+.” In November 2023, Spyglass Media […]
A distraught Iranian family recounts being forced to pay for the bullet that killed their son, Hooman, during the brutal crackdown on anti-regime protests. This incident highlights the severe human rights abuses and the regime's violent suppression of dissent in Iran.
Activists from 'Star Lagadin' and 'Green People's Guard' blocked Lake Ohrid, diverting boats and jet skis, to protest what they claim is insufficient action from authorities regarding environmental issues.
Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve has reiterated her stance that 'transgender kids belong,' firmly sticking to her position amidst the ongoing 'XX-XY' movement debate and potential protests.
More than 30 countries, including France, the UK, and Canada, have issued a joint statement condemning Iran's use of capital punishment against protesters, stating it aims to "silence dissent."
Supporters of Sophie Cunningham rallied outside Chicago's United Center, where they were met by mask-wearing counterprotestors who engaged in profanity and insults.
As Jammu and Kashmir reportedly progresses with integration, Pakistan-occupied Kashmir faces a deepening crisis, with 70 people killed in police firing on protestors in July 2026.
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The Delhi government has decided to drop 13 First Information Reports (FIRs) against CJP protesters, offering relief to many. However, this relief comes with a key condition: individuals with criminal antecedents will not be protected.
Sonam Wangchuk lauded the Vande Bharat Express and Indian Railways for a 'beautiful experience' during his trip to Ladakh, while also appealing to the government to honor its promise of not filing FIRs against student protestors.
Khawaja Asif, a Pakistani official, has defended the killing of 32 protestors in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), stating that they are 'enemies like India,' amidst ongoing unrest that has claimed over 90 lives.
The Maharashtra government is taking steps to withdraw First Information Reports (FIRs) filed against individuals who participated in protests against the NEET examination. The central government has also pledged to withdraw these FIRs, though the process may take some time to complete.
An Indian minister resigned following widespread "Cockroach Protests" by the CJP, who are now threatening to resume demonstrations if cases against protestors are not withdrawn. The minister faced jeers in Parliament after his resignation.
Detained protesters have returned to Jantar Mantar, some directly from police stations, to continue their demonstration despite a recent police crackdown. Support for the Citizens for Justice and Peace (CJP) protest has swelled, with provisions like food and medicine stalls appearing at the site.
During the 'Sansad Chalo' protest, two individuals were injured, with a 21-year-old reportedly on a ventilator and another sustaining a pellet injury to the eye.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has temporarily suspended most vehicle stops nationwide following two fatal shootings involving its agents in Maine and Texas. The incidents have led to increased scrutiny and calls for accountability regarding ICE's operational procedures and use of force.
Protests have erupted in Cyprus over a planned Board of Peace meeting in Limassol, with demonstrators lambasting the event. It remains unclear whether the controversial meeting ultimately went ahead.
Protestors, including various associations and employees of Belgrade Pharmacy, gathered outside the Belgrade Assembly to highlight city financial problems and question why the IMF's warning about the city's financial state is not being discussed. A banner displaying the city's issues was erected.
Riviera Kakome sh.p.k. has reacted to incidents in the Kakome area, condemning the removal of fencing by protestors as a violent act against private property and refuting claims that citizens were denied access.
New Zealand's Winston Peters clashed with Palestine protesters at Parliament, later stating that the protest constituted an abuse of Parliamentary procedure.
Himachal Pradesh Governor Kavinder Gupta drew parallels between the current crackdown on protestors in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) and Pakistan's 1971 atrocities in East Pakistan, suggesting Pakistan will disintegrate on its own.
Ex-TMC MLA Sabyasachi Dutta was arrested for allegedly demanding ₹1 crore from a businessman in 2018, and subsequently faced angry protestors who pelted him with eggs and cow dung outside the police station.
President Trump met with farmers in Wisconsin, where he also publicly endorsed his new Director of National Intelligence, Bill Pulte, to initiate significant staff reductions within the intelligence community. During the event, Trump also showed farmers pictures of his reflecting pool project.
Thousands of protestors clashed with police in Bangladesh following the alleged rape of a four-year-old child. The unrest occurred as a mob attempted to snatch the accused from police custody in Chittagong, resulting in injuries.
The annual Met Gala saw numerous celebrities showcasing a wide array of unique and often controversial fashion choices on the red carpet. Attendees' outfits, including Beyoncé's return and other notable looks, sparked widespread discussion and media coverage.
Over the course of the protest, Highway 4 was blocked to traffic in both directions, and Israeli media reported several altercations between protestors and police officers.
Iran has tightened its control over shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, stating it will not fully reopen the critical waterway while a US blockade remains in effect. This stance comes amidst ongoing US-Iran tensions, with experts warning of challenging months ahead as both sides test each other.
Madagascar's military regime has arrested Gen Z protesters, raising concerns that the current government will be as repressive as the one it overthrew last year.
Security forces in Manipur fired tear gas and mock bombs to control protestors near the Chief Minister's residence, resulting in five injuries as protestors retaliated with stones and slingshots.
A Florida man has been accused of threatening 'No Kings' protesters on Facebook, allegedly posting about 'AR-15 practice time' in connection with the group.
The Trump administration has installed a replica of the Christopher Columbus statue on the White House grounds, replacing one destroyed by protestors in 2020, as part of a campaign to redefine US history and honor the navigator as a hero.
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A large number of police and paramilitary CRPF personnel were deployed across the city in the early hours to prevent gatherings of protestors, the officials said.
The demonstration appeared to be in support of fired star Melissa Barrera
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A third long march in Maharashtra is drawing attention to lapses in the forest rights act, prompting the State government to call a meeting to discuss the issues raised by the protestors.
A tense Dearborn city council meeting saw clashes between activists and protestors, drawing far-right groups including Jake Lang and Pastor Lorenzo Sewell, and prompting a heavy police presence.
Fresh clashes have broken out between protestors from Assam and Arunachal Pradesh in Dhemaji district, coinciding with an ongoing call for an economic blockade of Itanagar.
For the sixth consecutive weekend, protestors demonstrating against the Basimta Cafe being open on Shabbat clashed with supporters of the business in Jerusalem.
The Supreme Court has clarified the eligibility criteria for withdrawing criminal cases against student protesters, allowing states to close First Information Reports (FIRs) that do not involve serious offenses.
No-TAV protestors have been ordered to leave their camp in the Susa Valley following recent violence. This directive aims to de-escalate tensions and restore order in the area.
India's Supreme Court has instructed the Delhi government to ensure that protestors injured by pellet guns at Jantar Mantar receive necessary medical treatment.
During a protest in Albania, a citizen issued a strong call for unity, threatening that universities would not open in September unless Prime Minister Rama and former President Berisha are removed from power. The diaspora was urged to join the demonstrations.
Actress Kangana Ranaut has strongly criticized recent Gen Z protest videos from Jantar Mantar, describing them as 'filth, garbage' and 'puke inducing.' She questioned the upbringing of the young protestors in her social media comments.
Sixteen Delhi Metro stations were shut for a second consecutive day as protestors gathered at Jantar Mantar, indicating ongoing demonstrations in the Indian capital.
India's opposition leader Rahul Gandhi has been released after protest detention, as the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) movement emerges as a significant challenge to Modi's government. The CJP has now added a fourth demand: no FIRs against the July 20 protestors at Jantar Mantar, citing concerns among peaceful demonstrators.
An Albanian court has ruled on the fate of 19 citizens arrested during a massive anti-government protest, releasing some, placing two under house arrest, and requiring others to report regularly, while dropping charges for some.
Nine anti-ICE activists have been sentenced to decades in prison following a July 4, 2025 noise protest outside an ICE facility in Texas, a case that has reportedly received little attention from liberal and leftist groups.
Sanjay Raut has called for action against a rebel Sena-UBT MP over remarks about throwing bombs at protestors, claiming the MP also warned people not to mess with him without life insurance.
Thousands of Albanian citizens, including diaspora members, continue their 21-day protests against a proposed real estate project by Jared Kushner and the current government, with protestors demanding Prime Minister Rama's resignation and a technical government.
Albanian activist Mirza Balaj, residing in Brussels, has strongly criticized the Albanian government and Prime Minister Rama in an interview, asserting that Rama fears only SPAK and public protestors.
Seventeen haredi anti-draft protestors have been indicted in Israel after allegedly breaking into the chief of military police's home, carrying signs and shouting slogans against military enlistment.
Haredi protestors from the 'Black Color' hotline intervened at an Ashdod checkpoint after draft dodgers were detained, leading to a referral to military police.
The BJP aims to engage Generation Z amidst examination controversies, emphasizing their constructive role in nation-building rather than just as protestors.
South Korean riot police dispersed protesters who had blockaded a polling station due to a ballot shortage. The police intervention aimed to clear the area and secure the ballot boxes, allowing the electoral process to continue.
Protestors at a pro-Palestinian march in the UK were heard chanting 'Shoot Him In Neck Like Charlie Kirk' and displayed signs calling to 'smash the far right' and 'Free Palestinian Hostages'.
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Widespread protests have erupted across Pune district following the rape and murder of a three-year-old child, with relatives and women's groups demanding speedy justice and the death penalty for the accused. A man has been arrested, and a Special Investigation Team has been formed to investigate the case.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino's attempt to orchestrate a handshake between Israeli and Palestinian football officials at a FIFA Congress backfired, resulting in a tense moment when the Palestinian FA president refused. The incident highlighted ongoing tensions despite efforts for reconciliation through sport.
Three defendants involved in an anti-Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) protest last year are set to face trial after a judge denied their request for dismissal of federal charges.
Iran has sentenced four more participants of the January protests to death, including the first woman, as activists warn of an escalating wave of executions in the country.
The Trump administration has placed a replica of the Christopher Columbus statue on the White House grounds, replacing one destroyed by protestors in 2020, as part of a campaign to redefine US history and honor the navigator as a hero, a move that has drawn some criticism.
Up to 50 boats participated in a demonstration rally on the River Shannon, highlighting widespread opposition to a €10bn government proposal. Community groups are protesting plans to extract water from the river to supply the greater Dublin region, calling the policy 'skewed'.
Iranian security forces have been significantly weakened by US and Israeli attacks but continue to exert strict control over cities, particularly at night, to suppress potential protests.
The feds are going hard on the anti-ICE demonstration Don Lemon covered at a Minnesota church ... because dozens more protestors are going to be arrested.
Protestors gathered outside of Wednesday night’s “Scream 7” premiere at the Paramount Studios lot in Los Angeles, calling for a boycott of the horror film in a show of support for Palestine. About 25
