8 August 2026
India's lower house of parliament approves a bill that will toughen penalties for leaking exam papers, after youth-led protests calling for sweeping reforms have forced the education minister to resign
At Least 19 Killed in Pakistan controlled Kashmir Clashes Between Protesters and Pakistani Forces
Indian activists are challenging Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government over the use of AI-powered surveillance used at the largest youth protest in decades, with one court case set to become a test of federal powers even after agitation ended
Bulk carrier Golden Leo (Guinea-Bissau flagged, Mumbai-owned, carrying corn from Odesa) capsized in shallow water off the Ukrainian coast today, a week after being hit by three Russian cruise missiles on 19 July. Casualties: 10 killed (9 crew Ukrainian pilot), including 4 Indians; 8 rescued
Students leading India's Gen Z-led 'Cockroach' protests say their movement is no longer just about the alleged NEET paper leak, but about a generation frustrated by unemployment, shrinking opportunities and what they see as a government unwilling to listen
Prime Minister Narendra Modi repeatedly thanked the nation's youth in a video message Friday night, offering no indication he would meet their key demand to remove the education minister as student protests widen
The Indian government has extended mobile internet shutdown in Central Delhi until midnight on Saturday amid ongoing protests, according to Reuters
A Mumbai Police driver has been suspended and placed under investigation after viral footage showed him threatening to plant fake drug charges on student protesters from the Cockroach Janta Party if they return. Authorities say further action will follow the inquiry's findings
Indian PM Narendra Modi promises "fast-track" courts to prosecute those behind exam paper leaks in 1st public response after days of youth protests demanding resignation of education minister
Indian police deployed water cannons in Raipur as the social media-driven Cockroach Janta Party movement led nationwide student protests demanding the resignation of the education minister and reforms over examination scandals
At least 16 Delhi Metro stations, including Rajiv Chowk, Central Secretariat and Mandi House, were closed on Wednesday morning due to security reasons, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) said
Ranchi, Jharkhand: Congress party leaders and workers stage a major protest at Lok Bhawan against the Central government to condemn the alleged police lathi-charge on students in New Delhi and the subsequent detention of party leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi
Lucknow police detained Samajwadi Party workers protest against detention of the party's national president, Akhilesh Yadav, in Delhi at, Hazratganj crossing in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. (Photo by /Hindustan Times)
Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi reaches the Mandir Marg Police Station. Some of the opposition leaders, who were protesting at Lok Kalyan Marg and detained by Delhi Police, were brought to the PS a short while ago
Delhi: A bus carrying LoP Lok Sabha and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi and other opposition leaders reaches Chhatrasal Stadium. The leaders was detained by police while they were protesting at Lok Kalyan Marg
As the protest at Jantar Mantar continues, volunteers and supporters are providing food, water and other essentials to those gathered at the site. Donation counters and community kitchens have become a visible part of the demonstration, with people contributing in different ways
WATCH@@ Delhi Police detain Congress leaders including Kanhaiya Kumar and party workers protesting at Lok Kalyan Marg
India's "Cockroach" party movement vows on Tuesday to press ahead with their campaign until the education minister resigns, a day after at least 180 people were injured in protests in New Delhi
A female doctor who came to treat the injured students at Jantar Mantar was beaten up by the police.
65 injured protesting civilians as well as policemen were brought in to the RML Hospital in New Delhi today till 7pm after intense clashes at Jantar Mantar, Parliament Street and Rail Bhawan Roundabout
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'Hold Pakistan responsible': India's global appeal over use of force against Pakistan controlled Kashmir protests
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India summons Iranian deputy ambassador after Indian sailor killed in Strait of Hormuz
India's Ministry of External Affairs condemns the attack on the merchant ship Galaxy off the coast of Oman.
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The Cockroach Party continues its protests in India and demands the resignation of the education minister.
State Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), Maharashtra State, Mumbai says, "Based on confidential information received, simultaneous raids were conducted at 15 different locations across Parbhani city from the early hours of today, 20 June 2026. During the operation, documents, electronic devices and other materials recovered during searches at the residences of the suspects are being thoroughly examined, and further investigation is underway
An Indian Army AN-32 crashed today just beside a hangar at the military section of Jorhat Airport in the state of Assam, northeastern India1 month ago
An Indian Army AN-32 crashed today just beside a hangar at the military section of Jorhat Airport in the state of Assam, northeastern India
1 month ago
Ndian Minister of Shipping: Three Indian sailors were killed in an American raid on an oil tanker off the coast of Oman.
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations Center has issued an advisory after receiving a report of a fire aboard a tanker 15 nm from Masirah, Oman, resulting in the evacuation of the crew. Omani and Indian authorities are responding, and the cause is under investigation
Fire breaks out on board oil tanker off Oman coast Foreign media outlets are circulating footage of a fire that broke out on board an oil tanker off the coast of Oman. According to reports, 24 Indian sailors are currently on board the tanker. No further details have been provided at this time about casualties or the circumstances surrounding the fire2 month ago
Fire breaks out on board oil tanker off Oman coast Foreign media outlets are circulating footage of a fire that broke out on board an oil tanker off the coast of Oman. According to reports, 24 Indian sailors are currently on board the tanker. No further details have been provided at this time about casualties or the circumstances surrounding the fire
Russia is ready to supply India with Su-57 fighter jets, Putin said.