India Protests Spread Amid Government Promises

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has vowed to impose "stringent punishment" on those responsible for the exam fraud that triggered widespread student protests, marking his first direct commentary on the demonstrations challenging his administration. The unrest, which began in the capital city, has rapidly expanded to other major urban centers, signaling a broadening wave of dissent. Modi's intervention highlights the escalating political pressure on the government as the movement gains