India News Digest
Leaders of the 'Cockroach' youth movement were released from detention after a police crackdown in Delhi, and they have vowed to continue protests. Demonstrations continued in the capital as opposition parties announced further action.
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'Cockroach' Leaders Released From Detention
Leaders of the 'Cockroach' movement were released from detention following a police crackdown on youth protesters in Delhi. Reports say the movement has vowed more protests after their release.
Small Protests Continue in Delhi
Demonstrations went on in Delhi after the release of the 'Cockroach' leaders, with reports describing them as small in scale. Movement leaders say they will keep up the fight.
Debate Over Youth Protests and the Government
Reporting describes the youth protests as a challenge to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government. Coverage of the crackdown has asked what the next steps will be for the movement.
Journalists Arrested Over 'Fake Sting' Allegation
Haryana Police arrested the managing director of Living India News and three journalists over an alleged 'fake sting'. Opposition parties criticised the arrests as an attack on the press.
Chief Justice Declines to Meet INDIA Bloc Leaders
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant declined to meet INDIA bloc leaders on October 12, according to reports. The opposition alliance has been pressing its concerns over the Chief Election Commissioner.
INDIA Bloc Plans Protest Over Chief Election Commissioner
The INDIA bloc announced a protest in Delhi over the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC). Reports also say the CJP gave a 24-hour ultimatum.
Musk Pledges Affordable Starlink in India
Elon Musk said Starlink will be affordable in India, days before Mukesh Ambani's Jio initial public offering. Coverage describes the remarks as escalating a feud between Musk and Ambani.
India Win Indore Match and Take 2-1 Series Lead
Arshdeep and Abhishek led India to a win in Indore, giving India a 2-1 lead in the series. Reports credit both players for the performance.
Russia Defeat India in Second Football Friendly
Russia overwhelmed India in the second of two friendly football matches, according to the All India Football Federation.
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Envoy to Canada Says India Is Open to Peaceful Khalistan Advocacy
India's envoy to Canada said India has no objection to peaceful stir for Khalistan, according to The Times of India. The remark concerns India's diplomatic stance toward Canada.
Row Over Bhagat Singh Photo on Ludhiana Voter Roll
A photograph of Bhagat Singh appearing on a Ludhiana voter roll sparked a row. Authorities have issued a clarification on the matter.
Rahul Gandhi Announces March to Supreme Court
Rahul Gandhi announced a march to the Supreme Court over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls and what he called 'vote chori'. He said, 'Not the India we want'.
CJP Vows Nationwide Protest After Delhi Crackdown
The CJP vowed a nationwide protest after the crackdown in Delhi, with its statement reading 'Fight Has Just Begun'. The group's leaders have said they will continue their campaign.
Protest Movement Moves to Hybrid Format in Delhi
Coverage of Delhi protests has focused on AISA chief Neha Bora, whose whereabouts have become a recurring theme as demonstrations continue in hybrid form. Reports describe the protests as partly online.
CJP Leaders Vow to Continue Jantar Mantar Protests
Protests continued at Jantar Mantar in Delhi after the group's leaders were freed, according to BBC reporting. The leaders have vowed to continue the fight.
Notable quotes
at war with its citizens — 'Cockroach' party leaders
Not the India we want — Rahul Gandhi
Fight Has Just Begun — CJP