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Thousands protest in India after clashes, despite Modi assuring action on exams

  • Youth-led "Cockroach" movement has mobilized millions of Gen Zs after a leaked medical entrance exam that affected about 2 million students and was linked in media reports to several student suicides — protesters demand the education minister’s resignation.
  • Large Delhi protests turned violent Monday with police using batons and tear gas; police say nearly 180 people were injured and the movement says it will avoid another march on parliament for fear of more beatings.
  • Political fallout is growing: opposition leaders protested outside PM Modi’s residence, Modi pledged arrests and a re-exam, and courts allowed a detained activist to be moved to a private hospital while protesters press for resignations and compensation.
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