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• London Economics released a report in July 2026 titled "The benefits and costs of international higher education students to the UK economy." • Commissioned by the Higher Education Policy Institute, the analysis provides updated data on the economic impact of international students on UK residents and local communities. • The study is significant as it moves beyond headline figures to measure the specific financial contributions and costs associated with international recruitment.

• Parliament's Monsoon Session faced a deadlock on its 14th day as Opposition members demanded accountability from the government. • The Opposition is calling for a formal statement from Union Home Minister Amit Shah regarding police action and the use of pellet guns against student protesters. • Tensions escalated further with demands for an immediate discussion concerning alleged theft related to Ram Mandir donations.

Teenagers must make oral defence of essays and schools will monitor computers during exams under crackdownDanish teenagers will have to make an oral defence of their written essays to combat AI cheating, the government has announced.Pupils aged 16 to 19 at upper secondary school (known in Denmark as gymnasiet) will also be encouraged to do written assignments at school under controlled conditions, including monitoring of their computer screens, rather than at home. Continue reading...

• The documentary "The Moon is Yours" screened in Kuala Lumpur, attracting students, academics, and filmmakers. • The award-winning film tells the story of six international students from six countries finding their footing in Shanghai. • The screening was held at the Golden Screen, drawing a diverse audience interested in the documentary's themes of cultural exchange and adaptation.

National Autonomous University of Mexico says applicants must take test in person after online debacleMexico’s largest and most prestigious university has announced that about 58,000 students will have to resit their entrance exam after abnormally high test results raised suspicions of widespread cheating.The National Autonomous University of Mexico (Unam) said the exam would take place in person after its first attempt at a fully remote online version led to a debacle and thousands of annulled results. Continue reading...

Opposition parties say nationwide protests that forced resignation of education secretary are beginning to dent BJP supportIndia’s ruling Bharatiya Janata party has suffered a byelection defeat in a seat it had held for three decades following the Cockroach movement student protests that have shaken Narendra Modi’s government.Prashant Kishor, a high profile electoral strategist turned politician, scored a breakthrough win for his fledgling Jan Suraaj (Good Governance) party in the Bankipur constituency in Patna, the capital of the eastern state of Bihar. Continue reading...

Education minister Jason Clare says the results showed ‘real challenges’ but numeracy scores were hearteningFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastReading and writing scores are going backwards for almost every age group in Australia’s national standardised school tests, with one in three students still failing to meet Naplan benchmarks.This year’s tests were taken in March by 1.2 million students across years 3, 5, 7 and 9 to measure literacy and numeracy proficiency, with results released on Wednesday by the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (Acara). Continue reading...

• Actress Bhumi Pednekar faced significant online backlash after criticizing student protests and remarks directed at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, stating that such behavior is not part of Indian culture. • A former teacher of the actress publicly condemned her comments on August 4, 2026, describing Pednekar's stance as "disrespectful" and "almost disdainful." • The controversy highlights the ongoing tension between celebrity political commentary and the right to student activism in India.

Briana Whatley sues Florida gubernatorial candidate James Fishback for unpaid scholarship from company he foundedA far-right Republican candidate in Florida’s governor’s race has been accused of stiffing a high school debate champion over the better part of $11,000 in scholarship money she won from a company he founded.Student Briana Whatley landed the awards as regional and national champion of Incubate Debate, a league-style competition set up by the candidate, James Fishback, to encourage youth to engage in political discourse. Continue reading...

• The Supreme Court of India has questioned the police crackdown on student protesters, while other reports cover the 2022 Khargone Ram Navami violence and India's status as a global power. • A featured narrative follows Kumar, a man who spent decades in a cat-and-mouse game with police following a gangland murder involving Krishna Pillai. • After experiencing extradition from Singapore, acquittals in India, and judicial repatriation, Kumar is preparing to fly to Hong Kong on June 20, 2026.

• The Lok Sabha resumed its proceedings on Tuesday, July 28, at 2 pm after a temporary adjournment. • The session was interrupted by an uproar from opposition members, including Abhishek Banerjee, who questioned why students are being treated as a "law and order problem." • This clash highlights the growing tension between the government and the opposition regarding the treatment of student protesters and civil liberties.

Cockroach Janta party says government has broken promise, with detentions in Delhi, Assam, West Bengal and BiharIndia’s youth-led “Cockroach” movement, whose nationwide protests forced the resignation of the education minister, has accused the government of backtracking on its promise not to act against student protesters and has threatened to restart demonstrations.The Cockroach Janta party (CJP), which organised mass protests over exam paper leaks and other irregularities, said it had received reports of hundreds of students being detained or “harassed” by police. Continue reading...

Bryan Kohberger, convicted of killing four college students in 2022, claims he pleaded guilty due to bad legal adviceA man convicted last year of killing four college students in Idaho has filed to withdraw his guilty plea and seek a new trial, claiming he pleaded guilty due to bad legal advice.Bryan Kohberger was convicted of breaking into a six-bedroom house in 2022 and killing four University of Idaho students in their early 20s. The victims – Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kernodle and Ethan Chapin – were found dead with dozens of knife wounds. Goncalves also showed evidence of asphyxiation and blunt force trauma. Continue reading...

• Students led by Citizens for Justice and Peace (CJP) marched from Jantar Mantar toward Parliament in Delhi on July 20, resulting in a prolonged confrontation with police. • Protesters broke through barricades to voice anger over systemic issues, including widespread exam paper leaks, recruitment irregularities, and high unemployment rates. • To curb the escalation of the protest and prevent coordination, authorities suspended mobile internet services across central Delhi.

• Student protesters, led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), are demanding the immediate removal of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan following widespread exam leaks. • CJP spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka has rejected Prime Minister Narendra Modi's proposal for a judicial inquiry, labeling it an insufficient response to systemic failures. • The situation highlights a growing crisis of trust in India's national examination systems and the government's ability to ensure academic integrity.

• Activist Sonam Wangchuk has ended his fast after receiving written assurances from the government to withdraw cases against non-violent students. • The government further committed to considering financial compensation for the families of students who committed suicide. • These concessions follow the sudden transfer of Higher Education Secretary Vineet Joshi to the Ministry of Panchayati Raj.

• Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike on Thursday following a video message from Prime Minister Narendra Modi promising to address the protesters' concerns. • Rahul Gandhi criticized the timing of the PM's late-night message and reiterated three specific demands put forward by the students. • Senior leader Murli Manohar Joshi condemned the use of force against women protesters, warning that such actions alienate citizens from the vision of a developed India.

• Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and BJP leader Nitin Nabin accused Rahul Gandhi of "shamelessly" exploiting students as political tools and promoting "anarchy" during his sit-in protest over the NEET paper leak. • The conflict escalated on July 21, 2026, as Delhi Police summarily detained Opposition leaders after the government accused Gandhi of "changing the goalposts" regarding his demands to end the protest. • This clash highlights the deepening political divide between the Union government and the Opposition over educational integrity and the handling of national examination leaks.

• Actor Naseeruddin Shah condemned the "zulm" (oppression) directed toward students during a protest at Jantar Mantar on July 22, 2026. • During his critique, Shah compared the actions and tactics of the Delhi Police to those of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). • The incident highlights growing tensions between activists and law enforcement, with a prominent public figure drawing international parallels to criticize police conduct.

Anthony Albanese will cast ‘practical’ policies as the key to countering the anxiety and frustration in AustraliaGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastStudents in 10 fields including physiotherapy, speech pathology and clinical psychology will receive financial assistance to complete mandatory placements under a major expansion of the federal government’s paid work experience program.The prime minister, Anthony Albanese, will make the announcement in a speech to open the Labor national conference on Thursday, which will cast “practical” policies as the key to combating the anxiety and frustration gripping the electorate. Continue reading...

• Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi was released from detention following his participation in a student-led protest. • The demonstrations were driven by young people and the Cockroach Janta Party, highlighting growing public dissatisfaction. • These protests represent one of the most significant challenges currently facing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government.

• Yogendra Yadav reports on the "Sansad Chalo March" led by the Cockroach Janata Party on July 20, where student protesters brought their grievances to the Prime Minister's doorstep. • The movement emphasizes a shift for the Opposition, moving away from traditional electoral politics toward a "politics of resistance" centered at Jantar Mantar. • This shift matters as it signals a growing trend of grassroots activism and direct confrontation with government authority over student issues.

• Police used lathi-charges and tear gas shells on Monday to disperse protesters from the Congress and CJP parties. • The CJP alleged brutality, claiming security personnel attacked a truck carrying activist Sonam Wangchuk's wife, Gitanjali J Angmo, and actors Shabana Azmi and Prakash Raj. • The demonstrations centered on demands for resignations and protests over student welfare, with Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan stating the government "owes students more than outrage."

• Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan accused Rahul Gandhi and the Congress party of exploiting students for political gain during recent demonstrations. • Tensions escalated near the Prime Minister's residence, resulting in the detention of high-profile Opposition leaders including Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi, and Akhilesh Yadav. • The government claims that detentions occurred after Rahul Gandhi shifted his demands during protest negotiations, while thousands of supporters have since regrouped at the Citizens' Justice Panel (CJP) site at Jantar Mantar.

• Rahul Gandhi condemned the Modi government's decision to remove climate activist Sonam Wangchuk from Jantar Mantar. • Gandhi accused the Centre of using force to suppress individuals who raise critical issues affecting students across India. • The incident highlights growing political tension regarding the government's handling of dissent and student-led activism.

Australia risks ‘shipping’ intellectual capability overseas if educational rigour not restored, experts warnGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAn academic at the Australian National University has accused it of a “hysterical” response to students using AI to cheat, as tertiary institutions rush to shore up the credibility of assessments.But a colleague warned Australia is in danger of “shipping our national intellectual capability” to companies in California and China if educational rigour is not restored. Continue reading...

• Engineer-turned-activist Sonam Wangchuk has led a hunger strike for 21 days to protest in Ladakh, supported by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP). • The movement has gained significant traction among Gen-Z protesters, evolving into a massive social media trend on Instagram despite lacking a traditional political structure. • While some political commentators dismiss the protesters as naive rookies, the movement represents a shift in how grassroots activism is organized and amplified.