Venezuela erupted in violent protests after President Nicolas Maduro claimed victory in a disputed election, leaving four people dead and dozens injured. The opposition and international observers have condemned the vote as fraudulent, alleging manipulation of results. Amid rising tensions, the government has clamped down on dissent, with reports of arrests and intimidation. The unrest underscores the deep political polarization and economic crisis gripping the country.
Three UPSC aspirants tragically lost their lives in the basement of Rau’s IAS coaching institute in Delhi’s Old Rajendra Nagar. Students protested, demanding justice and government action, while allegations of a malfunctioning biometric system and clogged drains emerged.
Bangladesh is facing a potential $10 billion economic loss due to recent political violence sparked by student protests over government job quotas. The curfews and internet shutdown have crippled businesses and impacted foreign investment, putting pressure on the country’s dwindling foreign exchange reserves. The situation raises concerns about the government’s crackdown on protests and its impact on the nation’s economic recovery.
Protests in Bangladesh threaten to resume after the detention of three student leaders, who were forcibly discharged from the hospital and detained by plainclothes police. The protests initially sparked by a controversial quota system had evolved into a larger movement against Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s rule. The unrest led to numerous deaths, injuries, and arrests, prompting calls for accountability and the release of the detained leaders.
Three civil service aspirants tragically died in a coaching center basement in Delhi after heavy flooding. Enraged students protested, demanding justice and action against negligence. The mayor ordered an investigation and immediate action against illegal basement businesses.
Vice President Kamala Harris’s handling of pro-Hamas protests during Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit to the U.S. has ignited debate about her stance on U.S.-Israel relations. Republican Jewish Coalition National Political Director Sam Markstein criticizes Harris’s response as weak and claims her actions are indicative of a potential Harris presidency, highlighting concerns about her commitment to the U.S.-Israel alliance. The protests, marked by burning American flags and anti-Semitic slogans, have fueled anxieties about rising antisemitism in the U.S., particularly within the context of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.
Thousands of protestors gathered in Washington D.C. on Wednesday to demonstrate against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s speech to the US Congress. While most protests remained peaceful, a segment of the crowd turned violent, resulting in the burning of an American flag, clashes with law enforcement, and arrests.
Rep. Carlos Gimenez, R-Fla., is introducing a bill that would bar student loan forgiveness for individuals convicted of hate crimes during anti-Israel protests. The bill comes ahead of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s speech to Congress, which has been met with protests.
Ahead of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s address to Congress, Republican lawmakers are pushing legislation to revoke visas from individuals participating in violent protests, particularly those targeting Israel. The proposed bill comes amid concerns about anti-Semitic demonstrations and aims to deter such activity, coinciding with a high-profile boycott of the speech by several Democrats.
Climate activists have staged protests at several European airports, including Cologne-Bonn, Helsinki Vantaa, and Oslo Gardermoen, disrupting flights and causing delays and cancellations. The protests come as the German government considers legislation to impose tougher penalties on airport intrusions.
