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World Politics & Diplomacy 08 Oct 2026, 06:47 PM IST

Gruesome Injuries Put France’s Policing of Student Protests Under Scrutiny

France is facing intensifying scrutiny over its policing of high school protests after images and accounts of severe injuries to young demonstrators drew national and international attention. The unrest, driven by student anger over education policy and broader social grievances, has exposed the political cost of a hard-line security response as officials insist they are listening to protesters while trying to restore order.

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World Politics & Diplomacy07 Oct 2026, 08:43 PM IST

Chemistry Nobel Honors French and Japanese Scientists for Solving Life’s Asymmetry Mystery

The Nobel Prize in Chemistry has been awarded to French and Japanese scientists whose work helped explain one of biology’s deepest puzzles: why life is built with a striking molecular asymmetry. Their research illuminates the left-right imbalance that underpins amino acids, sugars and, ultimately, the chemistry of living systems. The award underscores how fundamental science can reshape understanding of life itself while opening new paths in medicine, materials and drug design.

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Markets, IPOs & Wealth06 Oct 2026, 12:48 AM IST

European Stocks Edge Higher as Schneider Sinks on PTC Deal, French Fiscal Worries Weigh

European equities inched higher in early trade, recovering modestly from last week’s losses, but gains were restrained by renewed concern over France’s fiscal outlook and a sharp selloff in Schneider Electric. The CAC 40 underperformed after Schneider’s $22.6 billion acquisition of PTC triggered investor caution, while softer U.S. jobs data, bond yields and inflation risks kept global markets on edge.

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World Politics & Diplomacy06 Oct 2026, 12:47 AM IST

French Teen Arrested After Video Shows Woman Set Ablaze in Protest Violence

A 15-year-old boy has been arrested in France after video circulated online appearing to show him using an improvised flamethrower to blast fire into a woman’s face during student protest unrest. The incident has intensified scrutiny of the violence surrounding the demonstrations and the speed at which graphic footage can shape public outrage before investigators establish the full facts.

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World Politics & Diplomacy05 Oct 2026, 07:46 PM IST

Hundreds of French Schools Remain Closed as Student Protests Spread Nationwide

Hundreds of schools across France remained closed on the eve of a nationwide day of student protests, underscoring the scale of unrest and the strain on public order. The demonstrations, which have already seen violent clashes with police and at least one severe injury, are drawing fresh scrutiny of France’s handling of youth anger, policing, and campus security.

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National Governance & Policy04 Oct 2026, 06:49 PM IST

Founded by French Nuns in 1852, Visakhapatnam’s Fort Catholic Girls’ School Marks 175 Years

Fort Catholic Girls’ School in Visakhapatnam has reached a rare milestone, celebrating 175 years since its founding by French nuns in 1852. The jubilee has become a moment to reflect on the school’s long educational legacy, the generations of students it has shaped, and the alumnae network that continues to anchor its identity, with the closing ceremony of the jubilee year scheduled for January 2027.

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World Politics & Diplomacy03 Oct 2026, 02:57 PM IST

Russian Strikes Hit Kyiv Bridges, Paralyse Traffic as Mayor Says City Is Being ‘Torn Apart’

Russian strikes on Kyiv have damaged key bridges across the Dnipro River, triggering severe traffic disruption and underscoring Moscow’s continued ability to pressure Ukraine’s capital. Mayor Vitali Klitschko said the attacks were “tearing Kyiv apart,” as emergency crews worked to assess damage and restore movement across the city.

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World Politics & Diplomacy03 Oct 2026, 08:36 AM IST

Japan’s First Mayor to Take Maternity Leave Lands on TIME100 Next List

Shoko Kawata, the first mayor in Japan to take maternity leave, has been named to TIME’s TIME100 Next list, a recognition that elevates her from a domestic flashpoint to an international symbol of changing expectations in public life. Her decision drew both praise and criticism in a country still struggling to reverse a stubborn decline in births and a workplace culture long resistant to caregiving leave.

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BJP Sweeps Six of Seven Rajasthan Mayoral Contests as Congress Alleges Irregularities

The Bharatiya Janata Party secured six of seven mayoral posts in Rajasthan, winning in Alwar, Udaipur, Pali and Ajmer, while its candidates were elected unopposed in Bharatpur and Bhilwara. Congress managed only one consolation win in Bikaner, but the opposition party has questioned the conduct of the contests and alleged irregularities.

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India Sports & CricketRecently

Nagoya Mayor Apologises as Asian Games Organisers Face Mounting Complaints

Nagoya Mayor Takashi Kawamura has apologised for the “inconveniences” surrounding the Asian Games as criticism grows over crowding, logistics and what several countries have described as poor local management. The remarks come amid an event hosting more than 17,000 athletes and officials, a scale that exceeds the Olympics and is straining transport, accreditation and venue operations.

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India Sports & CricketRecently

Nagoya Mayor Apologises as Asian Games Face Mounting Organisational Scrutiny

Nagoya Mayor Takashi Kawamura has apologised for the “inconveniences” surrounding the Asian Games, as criticism grows over the handling of an event hosting more than 17,000 athletes and officials. The remarks come amid complaints from several countries about mismanagement, adding pressure on local organisers to restore confidence before the competition intensifies.

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India Sports & CricketRecently

Thiruvananthapuram Mayor Slams Congress Over Election Commission Protests, Questions Party’s Position on SIR

The Thiruvananthapuram Mayor, a BJP leader, has sharply criticised Congress for its protests against the Election Commission, accusing the party of running a misinformation campaign at home and abroad under Rahul Gandhi’s leadership. The remarks add to the escalating political confrontation over the poll body’s role and the opposition’s objections to the Special Intensive Revision, or SIR, of electoral rolls.

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