Gen Z protesters kept up the so-called Cockroach movement at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar for another relentless day. Student groups pushed toward parliament in a bold march they called a now-or-never moment. The gatherings mark the latest fiery chapter of a CJP-backing demonstrations, with participants showing no sign of backing down despite harsh police lockdowns.
In a separate disaster, a towering tunnel collapse in Uttarakhand left ten lives. Rescue efforts stalled repeatedly as toxic gases filled the chamber. On the trade front, coal traders may pivot toward India as demand fades in China. India also confirmed three major teams to skip the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games despite past dominance in those disciplines.