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On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1863, American Civil War: The New York City draft riots begin three days of rioting which will later be regarded as the worst in United States history. In 1913, Dave Garroway, American journalist and television personality (died 1982) was born. In 1922, Martin Dies Sr., American journalist and politician (born 1870) passed away. In 1961, Tahira Asif, Pakistani politician (died 2014) was born. In 1977, New York City: Amidst a period of financial and social turmoil experiences an electrical blackout lasting nearly 24 hours that leads to widespread fires and looting. In 1981, Martin Hurson Irish Republican Hunger Striker passed away. In 1990, Lenin Peak disaster: a 6.4-magnitude earthquake in Afghanistan triggers an avalanche on Lenin Peak, killing 43 climbers in the deadliest mountaineering disaster in history. In 2011, Mumbai is rocked by three bomb blasts during the evening rush hour, killing 26 and injuring 130. In 2017, Liu Xiaobo, Chinese literary critic, human rights activist (born 1955) passed away. In 2020, Zindzi Mandela, South African politician, diplomat, and third daughter of Nelson Mandela (born 1960) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Why India's viral youth party is still protesting
Narrative Analysis: Bandwagon
Millions have followed it online. Now it's on the streets. India's viral Cockroach Janta Party has spent nearly two weeks protesting in New Delhi, demanding the education minister resign over an exam paper leak and calling for wider reforms. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile
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India TV News
· Jul 9, 2026
Rift in Haryana Congress as Surjewala-Hooda exchange barbs on stage: '20 years since I've been with you'
After Punjab, new friction emerged in Haryana Congress as the party is grappling with factionalism among its leaders. During a meeting held in the presence of the party's new state in-charge, Sanjay Dutt, a verbal exchange between former Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda and Congress General Secretary Randeep Singh Surjewala brought the party's internal differences to the public. A video of the entire incident has surfaced, generating widespread discussion in political circles.
Utusan Malaysia
· Jul 11, 2026
Kes perkosa, bunuh kanak-kanak 11 tahun cetus protes di India
KOLKATA: Protes tercetus di Bengal Barat, India, selepas kes rogol dan pembunuhan seorang kanak-kanak perempuan berusia 11 tahun mencetuskan kemarahan awam, diikuti tindakan penduduk membunuh seorang lelaki tidak bersalah serta kematian seorang suspek yang ditembak polis. Kemarahaan mula memuncak pada Ahad selepas mayat kanak-kanak yang dilaporkan hilang ditemukan di sebuah kolam di sebuah bandar berhampiran ... Read more The post Kes perkosa, bunuh kanak-kanak 11 tahun cetus protes di India appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.
Borneo Bulletin
· Jul 8, 2026
How a viral post sparked India’s Gen-Z protest
How a viral post sparked India’s Gen-Z protest
India Today
· Jul 2, 2026
BJP grapples with wave of factionalism even as Karnataka polls draw near
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The Rising Nepal
· Jun 25, 2026
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· Jun 25, 2026
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World Politics Review
· Jul 9, 2026
In India, Modi and the BJP Face a Growing Youth Revolt
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OneIndia
· Jun 29, 2026
Thiruvananthapuram Corporation Council tensions as UDF and BJP trade assault allegations
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· Jul 2, 2026
It’s Civil War Inside the Democratic Party
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CNN
· Jul 10, 2026
What is India’s Cockroach Party?
What is India’s Cockroach Party? The Cockroach Janta Party has united millions of young Indians, angry at youth unemployment and failures in the education system. CNN’s Rhea Mogul explains how a Boston University graduate built an online movement, then brought Gen Z out onto the streets. You can stream "Meanwhile in Asia" exclusively on the CNN app. Watch 24/7 live news with CNN Headlines: https://bit.ly/4eIvlTr #News
Consortium News
· Jul 8, 2026
Is it the End for Communism in India?
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· Jul 5, 2026
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· Jul 5, 2026
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DNyuz
· Jul 10, 2026
Sexual Assault and Killing of Girl Set Off Days of Protest in West Bengal
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The Economic Times
· Jul 11, 2026
Unrest in MP after BJP leader denied bypoll ticket
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· Jun 23, 2026
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Foreign Policy
· Jul 1, 2026
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· Jul 1, 2026
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