India’s social media landscape has erupted after controversial remarks linked to Supreme Court Chief Justice Surya Kant allegedly comparing unemployed youth to “cockroaches” triggered a massive nationwide backlash and an explosive wave of digital resistance. What began as outrage soon transformed into one of the internet’s most bizarre and powerful viral protest movements, the rise of the ‘Cockroach Janta Party’ or CJP. The remarks associated with Surya Kant sparked intense debate online, with thousands of young Indians expressing anger over unemployment, economic distress and growing frustration with the system. Within hours, meme pages parody accounts and digital creators turned the controversy into a full-scale internet movement. WATCH

Prime Minister Narendra Modi drew a striking civilizational parallel between Rome and Kashi during his high-profile visit to Italy, calling both cities “eternal symbols” of cultural continuity, heritage and global influence. Addressing a joint press statement alongside Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Rome, Modi said the relationship between India and Italy goes far beyond diplomacy and reflects centuries of shared civilizational dialogue, historical depth and future ambition. The meeting marked another major step in strengthening the India-Italy Special Strategic Partnership under the Joint Action Plan for 2025-2029. From trade and defence cooperation to clean energy, technology, innovation and cultural exchange, both nations signalled a deeper alignment on global priorities and long-term economic growth. WATCH