France has halted the deployment of stun grenades during student protests after a teenager suffered a traumatic hand amputation during clashes in Lens.

French authorities are closing up to 500 schools following weeks of nationwide student protests, violent clashes, and more than 5,000 arrests.

A woman confronting demonstrators in Marseille was targeted with a makeshift aerosol flamethrower during student demonstrations. The victim has filed a formal complaint as authorities investigate the unrest.

The Lok Sabha advanced the Public Examinations Amendment Bill, 2026 by voice vote amidst a tumultuous parliamentary session marked by political clashes.

Activist Sonam Wangchuk has called off his extended hunger strike after discussions with authorities over youth welfare, academic integrity, and student protests.

Environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk has concluded his 26-day fast, but youth-led protests demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan continue.