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Indian education minister resigns after mass protests, opposition says democracy wins

After weeks of massive demonstrations, India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan chooses to resign. The "Cockroach People's Party", which had demanded his resignation, celebrates and says that "democracy wins".

India’s Cockroach protests grow as tens of thousands challenge Modi over education scandal

In India, the “cockroach protests” against Prime Minister Narendra Modi are growing. The movement’s supporters are demanding reforms and the resignation of the education minister. The demonstrations are the largest against Modi in years.

Narendra Modi, the tea seller who rules the world's most populous country

From tea vendor to geopolitical champion - but sometimes controversial at home. Narendra Modi, 75, has ruled "the world's largest democracy," India, for almost twelve years. On Sunday, he will meet with Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson in Gothenburg, among others.

The message during the super election year: We've had enough

When voters during the super election year 2024 got to say their piece, the message was often: "You're fired". Worldwide, political leaders and governments have been replaced by people who have grown tired of bad economy and global anxiety.

Election Victory for Modi's Party in Key State

Police fired tear gas at protest against violence against women

Modi's India: "Harsh authoritarian methods"

After the massive election in India, it is clear that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will continue as leader for another five years. But despite India having been dubbed "the world's largest democracy", there are question marks over how democratic the country is. The problems facing Hindu nationalist Modi on his desk span several areas.

Modi sworn in for a third term

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi took the oath of office for a historic third term on Sunday. At the same time, he is expected to present 30 ministers in the new government.