West Bengal Withdraws Kolkata Protest FIR, 16 Accused Get Bail

West Bengal protest FIR withdrawal has become a major development in Kolkata after the state government withdrew a suo motu case registered against protesters over alleged violence during a July 24 rally in the Esplanade area. The move came amid a wider dispute over cases filed during protests linked to demands for action over alleged irregularities in the NEET (UG) examination.

Iran Prison Hunger Strike: 1,000+ Inmates Protest Executions

Iran prison hunger strike has entered its third week at Ghezel Hesar Prison, where more than 1,000 death-row inmates are reportedly protesting scheduled executions linked to drug offenses. Human rights groups cited in reports say prisoners in the facility have joined the mass protest against executions