student protesters
Coverage of student protesters in the Nexus archive.
- Bihar police brutality against student protesters poses grave threat to democracy: Kanhaiya Kumar
Kanhaiya Kumar accused Bihar police of using excessive force against student protesters, violating laws and police manuals. He cited a preliminary report from a Congress fact-finding team, stating the actions aimed to suppress peaceful democratic protests.
- Aaditya Thackeray writes to DGP seeking clarity over withdrawal of FIRs against student protesters
Aaditya Thackeray wrote to the Director General of Police seeking clarity on the withdrawal of FIRs against student protesters. He emphasized that students exercising their democratic right to protest should not face adverse consequences in their academic, professional, or social lives due to criminal proceedings.
- Youth Congress helpline receives over 3,000 calls from student protesters
The Youth Congress helpline received over 3,000 calls from student protesters seeking legal aid, family counselling, and protection from online abuse after police action against them. The Indian Youth Congress (IYC) reported these details.
- SFI, DYFI seek withdrawal of cases against student protesters
SFI and DYFI are requesting the withdrawal of legal cases against student protesters. The organizations are advocating for the removal of charges related to the protests.
- Tushar Gandhi urges Kerala to quash cases filed against student protesters
Tushar Gandhi urges the Kerala government to quash cases against student protesters. In a letter to Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan and Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala, he criticizes the prosecution of students under a Congress-led administration.
- Modi’s Rival Targets Key Minister Shah Over Student Crackdown
India's main opposition Congress Party has sought the resignation of Home Minister Amit Shah, a close aide of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, over the police crackdown on student protesters in New Delhi. The crackdown occurred last week, prompting the opposition's call for accountability.
- CPI(M) condemns Delhi Police action at party headquarters, seeks withdrawal of cases against student protesters
CPI(M) condemns Delhi Police's action at its headquarters, alleging an attempt to suppress democratic dissent, and demands the immediate withdrawal of criminal cases against student leaders and peaceful protesters.
- Rahul Gandhi targets Amit Shah in Lok Sabha over police action against student protesters
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi targeted Amit Shah in Lok Sabha over police action against student protesters. He also attacked RSS, accusing it of influencing the education system and shaping students' teachings.
- Leader of the Opposition in Kerala Pinarayi Vijayan demands withdrawal of cases in State against student protesters
Pinarayi Vijayan, the Leader of the Opposition in Kerala, has demanded the withdrawal of cases filed against student protesters. Kerala Police have booked nearly 5,000 individuals for participating in protests supporting agitating students at Jantar Mantar.
- Congress MPs protest in Parliament complex over alleged 'police brutality' against student protesters, seek Home Minister Amit Shah's apology
Congress MPs protested in the Parliament complex, carrying placards and a banner, to demand answers from Home Minister Amit Shah over alleged police brutality against student protesters. They sought an apology from Shah and raised slogans during the demonstration.
- Activist gets bail, husband remains in jail over protest against M.P. Minister’s ‘remark’
An Indore-based activist was granted bail following a sit-in protest against M.P. Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya's July 21 remarks, where he referred to student protesters in New Delhi as 'insects.' Her husband remains in jail. The protest occurred on July 23 outside Vijayvargiya's residence.
- Supreme Court to hear petitions against alleged police excesses at CJP march
The Supreme Court will hear petitions alleging police excesses during a CJP-organized student protest. Police are accused of using excessive force, while CRPF is verifying media reports about injuries caused by pellets. CJP plans to launch a website to archive evidence of 'police brutality' through videos and photos.
- Major Ravi seeks to downplay Vismaya Mohanlal’s social media post in support of student protesters in New Delhi
Major Ravi, a Bharatiya Janata Party leader, downplayed Vismaya Mohanlal's viral Instagram post supporting student protesters in New Delhi, stating it stemmed from compassion rather than political intent and noting her limited political education.
- Riot breaks out in Brussels as student protesters rampage through streets and smash up homes amid violent clashes with police
A riot erupted in Brussels as student protesters engaged in violent clashes with police, rampaging through the streets and damaging homes. The incident involved widespread public disorder and confrontations between demonstrators and law enforcement.
- Riot breaks out in Brussels as student protesters rampage through streets and smash up homes amid violent clashes with police
A riot erupted in Brussels as student protesters vandalized streets and homes, leading to violent confrontations with police.
- Chile police blast water cannons at student protesters
Chile's police used water cannons to disperse student protesters demonstrating against government proposals to limit free higher education. The crackdown highlights tensions between authorities and students opposing the policy changes.