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Youth-led protests demanding education reform in India have not only shaken the political landscape but also deepened divisions within families, where children confront parents who are staunch supporters of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the RSS.
Hundreds of students in Jharkhand, India, protested on April 14 demanding reform of the state's civil service exam system after allegations of paper leaks. Police used water cannons and barricades to disperse demonstrators in Ranchi, while students vowed to continue until their demands are met.
The third and final round of the Legislative Assembly election in Pakistan-administered Kashmir proceeded on Monday, but only four of 11 planned constituencies voted amid unrest and boycott calls. Violence linked to protests has killed more than 50 people, while authorities have postponed voting in seven other districts over security fears.
Thousands of Germans rallied in Berlin, Hamburg, and Munich on June 14 to protest Israel's military operations in Gaza, carrying Palestinian flags and banners demanding an end to war crimes. Organizers called on the German government to halt support for Israel and advocate for an immediate ceasefire.
About 300 people, including children, have been camping on Rome's scorching streets for days after their occupied building was evacuated following a minor fire. Residents and activists say the move is politically motivated, and they are vowing to maintain the protest.
Thousands of young Indians took to the streets of Delhi demanding accountability and justice, reflecting deep concerns about fairness in education and opportunity. This wave is not just another chapter in Indian politics but a manifestation of a global Gen Z phenomenon.
The National Autonomous University of Mexico (Unam) will require around 58,000 applicants to retake their entrance exam after anomalous results pointed to widespread cheating. The first fully online test faced issues, prompting a switch to in-person exams and triggering protests in Mexico City.
The second round of regional elections in Pakistan-administered Kashmir took place amid deadly clashes and escalating tensions over electoral reform demands. The vote saw boycotts and protests, with authorities citing a nearly 50% turnout despite ongoing unrest.
Pakistan-administered Kashmir is facing a major political crisis as protests for electoral reforms have turned deadly, leading to multi-phase elections under internet shutdowns and boycott calls. The protests are led by the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC), demanding abolition of 12 reserved seats and economic concessions, with dozens killed in clashes.
