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India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns after weeks of 'cockroach' protests | BBC News

Jul 25, 2026

India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned after weeks of protests over exam paper leaks and testing irregularities. The demonstrations were spearheaded by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) - not a real party, but a satirical campaign turned national movement. What began as a student-led campaign against alleged exam paper leaks became one of India's biggest displays of public dissent in recent years, with thousands camping in Delhi and demonstrations spreading across the country. Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #BBCNews

Firefighters battle to contain France and Spain wildfires as thousands evacuated | BBC News

Jul 25, 2026

Firefighters are struggling to contain wildfires raging across Europe. An evacuation alert for residents in the south-west of France takes the number of people displaced to more than 220,000. In Spain, about 25,000 were told to evacuate as a local official says that containing wildfires near Madrid is "beyond the capacity" of firefighters. A major incident has also been declared by Police Scotland, as emergency services continue to tackle a wildfire which has been burning in the Cairngorms National Park for 10 days. Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #BBCNews

India's youth desperation fuelling the 'Cockroach Party' | Global News Podcast

Jul 24, 2026

Despite police crackdowns and accusations of brutality during protests this week, India's 'youth-led' Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) is showing no signs of slowing down, as it gathers support from the public and opposition politicians. The group is demanding education reforms and the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, who oversaw exams in the country which were subject to corruption claims. The group began after India's Chief Justice, Surya Kant, allegedly compared unemployed young people and activists to cockroaches and parasites during a court hearing. He later said he was only referring to people with "fake and bogus degrees", but when graduate Abhijeet Dipke used the name Cockroach Party to start a satirical group online, it gained millions of followers rapidly and grew into one of the most unexpected challenges to the powerful, nationalist government. Prime Minister Narendra Modi vowed to take care of the country's youth in a midnight video, after the party called for nationwide protests to be held again on Friday and talks between representatives of the Cockroach Party and government officials later took place in Delhi, but as our Global Affairs Correspondent and India specialist Anbarasan Ethirajan explains, the fractures between young people in India and the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) run deeper than anger over exam fraud. New episodes of the Global News Podcast are published twice a day. You can listen here: https://link.mgln.ai/GNP-YT And you can find more of our YouTube episodes here: https://bbc.in/GlobalNewsPodcast

India's cockroach protests: Modi breaks silence and hunger strike ends | BBC News

Jul 24, 2026

Thousands of people continue to protest demanding the Indian education minister's resignation after representatives of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) held talks with the government. The meeting came after activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his hunger strike after 26 days of fasting in solidarity with the protests. A CJP spokesperson told reporters that the government has asked for a day to decide on their biggest demand - minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also spoken, posted a video promising a tough new law on examination paper leaks, the issue at the core of the protests. In this video… 00:36 Latest on protests 01:46 Modi breaks his silence 02:52 Hunger strike ends 04:00 Protests spread 06:04 Role of social media (or Viral protest image) 07:19 Verifying protest videos Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #India #NarendraModi #CJP #CockroachProtests #BBCNews

Venezuelans still search for loved ones one month after earthquakes | BBC News

Jul 24, 2026

One month ago, Venezuela was hit by two deadly earthquakes, killing more than 5,300 people, and leaving 16,500 injured. The government has not said how many people are still missing, but the figure is estimated to be in the tens of thousands. For most survivors and victims' relatives the grief is also combined with a deep and growing sense of anger at the authorities. Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #Venezuela #BBCNews

Why is today the 'best day' of UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham's life? | BBC Newscast

Jul 24, 2026

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has officially opened up the doors to Number 10 North which he has described as the "best day of my life". Adam is joined by Lucy Fisher - Whitehall editor at the Financial Times and Patrick Maguire Chief Political Commentator at the Times, and they discuss how No 10 North is shaping up and whether it will be more than just a gimmick. Plus, they look back at Andy Burnham’s announcements in his first week in office and whether it sets a precedent for how he will run Government. Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #BBCNews

Thirteenth consecutive night of US air strikes on Iran | BBC News

Jul 24, 2026

The US military has carried out a thirteenth consecutive night of attacks, targeting command centres and drone storage sites in the south of Iran. In response, the IRGC said it attacked US interests in Jordan and northern Kuwait. Tehran has threatened further attacks on air bases used by US forces including those in the UK. The Ministry of Defence says the UK stands ready to defend itself. Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #Iran #BBCNews

US hits dozens of countries with new wave of tariffs | BBC News

Jul 24, 2026

The US has imposed new tariffs on 60 trading partners in the latest escalation in the trade war reignited by President Donald Trump when he returned to office last year. Those targeted, including the UK, China and the European Union, will face a tariff of 10% to 12.5% on all goods, accounting for almost all American imports. The tariffs, which replace an identical levy which expires on Friday, are based on claims key economic partners have failed to properly tackle forced labour. But US trade expert Caroline Freund said the move is "not about forced labour" but that Trump is simply "looking for a legal reason to put the tariffs in". Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #BBCNews

Jurgen Klopp takes on Germany job with threat to quit | BBC News

Jul 24, 2026

Jurgen Klopp has been appointed as Germany's head coach, replacing Julian Nagelsmann, who resigned after the team's shock World Cup defeat by Paraguay in the last 32. The former Liverpool manager started his reign as an international manager by threatening to quit if the media invades his family's privacy. "I'm not doing this job for myself, I'm doing it for you. I'm taking this job even though I've seen how you've treated Julian Nagelsmann and Thomas Tuchel," the 59-year-old said after accepting a four-year deal. Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #Football #BBCNews

Who is really running Venezuela? | The Global Story

Jul 24, 2026

Venezuelans are still searching through the rubble a month after two devastating earthquakes, which left thousands dead and tens of thousands more still missing. The disaster came at a moment of acute political and economic uncertainty, following the toppling of president Nicolas Maduro. The new government is led by Delcy Rodriguez, with US oversight, and the Trump administration has taken control of Venezuela’s lucrative oil industry – to the tune of billions of dollars. But where is that money now? Asma Khalid from The Global Story podcast speaks to the BBC’s Will Grant, who's inside Venezuela, and has spoken to survivors, grieving families, and government officials leading the response. Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #Venezuela #US #BBCNews Chapters: 00:00 What is happening inside Venezuela? 01:14 What impact has the earthquake had? 08:37 What is the government doing to help? 11:37 Is the United States running Venezuela? 15:00 What has happened to Nicolas Maduro? 19:00 Is the United States taking Venezuelan oil?

Are kids about to go viral on platforms they can’t use? | Top Comment Podcast

Jul 24, 2026

Should parents be able to profit from posting content of their kids on social media? From the Rizzler to Lil Tay, shooting to internet superstardom at an early age can come with criticism and complications. Marianna has been speaking to former child youtuber turned activist and entrepreneur, Beckii Flint, about the dilemmas around consent, monetisation and exploitation in a space which remains largely unregulated. And, as a new U16 ban approaches in the UK, what happens when kidfluencers become viral on platforms they can’t use? Hear the full episode of Top Comment with Marianna Spring and Matt Shea on BBC Sounds or wherever you get your podcasts.

We became best friends. Then we discovered we were brother and sister | BBC News

Jul 24, 2026

Dave Green and Andrea Urmston met when their jobs overlapped at Manchester Airport bus station. They became friends, but later it emerged that Dave was actually Andrea’s brother who had been adopted 40 years earlier. In this video, they tell their extraordinary story. Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #BBCNews

The nuclear fusion rocket that could take humans to Mars faster | BBC News

Jul 19, 2026

A UK space company has successfully tested a key part of a nuclear fusion rocket engine that could one day make journeys to Mars much faster. Pulsar Fusion’s Sunbird rocket uses the same process that powers the Sun to create extreme heat and thrust, with engineers hoping it could cut travel times through space. The technology is still in development, but the team says the breakthrough could help transform future missions to the Moon, Mars and beyond. Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #Space #Mars #NuclearFusion #BBCNews

What No 10 will really be like for Andy Burnham | BBC News

Jul 19, 2026

We look at what Number 10 has in store for Andy Burnham ahead of his first day as UK prime minister with two insiders who’ve been there with former prime ministers. Lord Stewart Wood was an advisor to Gordon Brown and Lucia Hodgson was Boris Johnson’s deputy dire of communications. They explain what the first day is like, what they expect from the new PM, and the unexpected quirks of the job. We also look at plans to drop government-issued digital ID for all British adults and what he’ll do with Thames Water. Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #BBCNews #AndyBurnham #newprimeminister #politics

Andrew and Tristan Tate arrested in US over new UK charges | BBC News

Jul 19, 2026

Andrew and Tristan Tate have been arrested in the US after British prosecutors authorised 38 new charges, taking the total number they face in the UK to 59. Andrew Tate now faces 42 charges, including further counts of rape, sex trafficking and offences relating to indecent images of a child. Tristan Tate faces 17 charges, including rape and trafficking offences. The brothers deny all allegations. Prosecutors have begun legal proceedings to extradite the pair, who are dual British-US citizens, to the UK. Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #AndrewTate #TristanTate #BBCNews

US and Iran exchange strikes after two US soldiers killed in Jordan | BBC News

Jul 19, 2026

The US launched another round of air strikes against Iran on Saturday night, targeting its coastal surveillance and air defence facilities, US military officials said. It comes after two US troops were killed in a missile and drone attack in Jordan on Friday night. The US said it targeted Iranian military sites and Revolutionary Guards forces it blames for the attack. Iran responded with drone strikes on two US bases in Kuwait, according to state media. The latest escalation comes after a temporary ceasefire collapsed, with both sides exchanging attacks and tensions continuing to rise across the Middle East. Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #Iran #US #MiddleEast #BBCNews

Microsoft in the race to build the ultimate supercomputer | BBC News | BBC News

Jul 19, 2026

Computing giant Microsoft has spent 20 years pursuing an approach to quantum computing. There is a worldwide race to develop the technology, given its potential to take on tasks currently considered too enormous for even the most powerful traditional computers. BBC Tech Now's Adrienne Murray has rare access to Microsoft's Quantum Lab in Denmark to find out how the chips are being developed. Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #Microsoft #Computing #Technology #BBCNews

Two US troops killed and one missing in Iran missile attack | BBC News

Jul 18, 2026

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How Is Andy Burnham Preparing For Government? | BBC Newscast

Jul 18, 2026

Today we look at how Andy Burnham is preparing for government on the weekend before he’s due to move into Number 10. He’s still to make decisions around his cabinet public, but we reveal how he’s actually keeping a lot of Keir Starmer’s staff. Laura, Paddy and Hennry Zeffman discuss his plans for oil and gas after the BBC is told he’s planning to announce new drilling off the coast of Scotland and ask, does that give us a clue as to who the chancellor will be? You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://bbc.in/newscastdiscord Get in touch with Newscast by emailing newscast@bbc.co.uk or send us a WhatsApp on +44 0330 123 9480. New episodes released every day. If you're in the UK, for more News and Current Affairs podcasts from the BBC, listen on BBC Sounds: https://bbc.in/4guXgXd Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news 00:00 Intro 03:15 What happens before a new prime minister takes office? 06:15 Cabinet choices and the first tests of power 06:34 The first decisions facing Andy Burnham 16:21 Has a lack of leadership contest changed policy? 17:51 What could be announced on Monday? 19:12 Inside Andy Burnham's team 22:58 Could there be an early General Election? 25:23 Burnham's vision and expectations 32:52 Who gets the top jobs in the Cabinet?

Andy Burnham to announce plans for new North Sea oil and gas drilling | BBC News

Jul 18, 2026

Andy Burnham will announce plans for new oil and gas drilling in the North Sea when he becomes prime minister, the BBC has been told. The Labour Party's 2024 manifesto - which the new leader said he would follow - had pledged to not issue new licences but to honour existing ones. It is understood that the announcement will form part of a flurry of measures from Burnham, including plans to take water and energy companies under public control and a new council house-building programme. As he prepares to take over from Keir Starmer on Monday, the Makerfield MP is also expected to announce his new cabinet. Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #NorthSea #UKPolitics #BBCNews

Ukraine strike Russian online retail warehouses | BBC News

Jul 18, 2026

Eight people have been killed and 62 injured after Ukrainian drones struck two warehouses belonging to Russia's biggest online retailer, Wildberries, according to Russian officials. Seven deaths and 25 injuries occurred at a warehouse in the city of Tambov, roughly 295 miles (475km) south-east of Moscow. One death and 37 injuries occurred at another Wildberries warehouse in Elektrostal in the Moscow region. Wildberries is often described as the Russian equivalent of Amazon. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said the attacks had struck "major logistics facilities" which had been used to "supply sanctioned components for drone production and navigation equipment". Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #Ukraine #Russia #BBCNews

Can China repeat its EV success with robotaxis? | BBC News

Jul 18, 2026

In Beijing's Yizhuang district, driverless vehicles have become a common sight. The district has become one of China's testing grounds for autonomous driving, with a number of companies operating commercial robotaxi services within designated areas. While the technology is emerging, so too is a new question: can Chinese companies turn robotaxis into another sector they dominate globally, as they have with electric vehicles (EVs)? Reporting for BBC Tech Now, Suranjana Tewari heads behind the scenes of a driverless taxi service in Beijing. Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #Driverless #Tech #BBCNews

The community that might hold the key to treating cancer | BBC News

Jul 18, 2026

A rare genetic condition that causes people to grow much shorter than average could help scientists understand how to prevent cancer and diabetes. About 840 people worldwide have Laron syndrome, a rare condition that prevents the body producing the growth hormone IGF-1 - and many of those live in a small region in Ecuador. Researchers studying this community have found that people with Laron syndrome appear to have much lower rates of cancer and diabetes, raising questions about whether their genetics could help develop future treatments. Scientists hope understanding the condition could unlock new ways to tackle age-related diseases. Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #Science #Genetics #Cancer #BBCNews

US strikes hit Iran for seventh consecutive night | BBC News

Jul 18, 2026

The US military said it carried out a seventh consecutive night of strikes on Iran, targeting military infrastructure after President Donald Trump declared the temporary ceasefire was "over". Iran said it responded by attacking US allies in the region, with Kuwait reporting damage to another of its power and water plant, while Jordan and Bahrain said they intercepted Iranian missiles. Since Trump declared the ceasefire to be over, the US has attacked Iranian sites and re-imposed a naval blockade of Iranian ports, while Iran has declared the Strait closed to shipping and traffic has largely stopped. Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #Iran #US #MiddleEast #BBCNews

Are we losing our minds to AI? | BBC News

Jul 18, 2026

AI can write, code, plan and problem-solve in seconds. But as we hand more tasks over to machines, what happens to our own skills? In this episode AI Decoded investigates whether AI is enhancing human intelligence or quietly eroding it. From doctors and software engineers to students growing up with AI tutors, we explore new research suggesting that reliance on AI could affect critical thinking, expertise and decision-making. Presenter Marc Cieslak is joined by world leading Paediatric Neurosurgeon Owase Jeelani, Digital Transformation Researcher Dr Tapani Rinta-Kahila, and AI Decoded co-host Dr Stephanie Hare. As AI becomes our everyday assistant, are we gaining a powerful new tool — or outsourcing the very abilities that make us human? Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #BBCNews

US denies hitting Iranian infrastructure in new wave of strikes | BBC News

Jul 17, 2026

The US has denied Iranian accusations that it hit civilian infrastructure in the latest wave of air strikes since peace talks collapsed. Iran's state media and provincial authorities said bridges, a train station and an airport were hit. The BBC has confirmed an attack on a bridge in Hormozgan province. President Donald Trump has threatened to hit Iranian bridges and power stations to force Tehran to return to talks to end the war. Meanwhile, Kuwaiti authorities said Iranian strikes had hit power generation and water desalination stations, and Kuwait's army said several personnel were wounded as a result of Iranian drones targeting facilities and camps on Friday morning. Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #Iran #US #Kuwait #BBCNews

What will Donald Trump and other world leaders make of Andy Burnham? | BBC News

Jul 17, 2026

Now that Andy Burnham is confirmed as Labour leader and heading to No 10, what will US President Donald Trump and other world leaders make of him? The former Grater Manchester mayor is taking office at a tumultuous and uncertain time globally - from the wars in the Gulf and Ukraine to managing relations with the US and China. BBC correspondents around the world reflect on what world leaders make of a Burnham premiership. Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #AndyBurnham #UKPolitics #DonaldTrump #BBCNews

Why Trump talks about election fraud | Global News Podcast

Jul 17, 2026

In a primetime address to the nation this week, US President Donald Trump accused China of interfering in the 2020 US election, and claimed that American voting systems were subject to "shocking vulnerabilities". The BBC's North America correspondent Anthony Zurcher tells us that the speech contained no new revelations. President Trump has been accusing his opponents of election fraud for a decade. So how are Republicans reacting? And do voters still believe him? The Democratic Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has alleged that President Trump's remarks were intended to "lay the groundwork to rig the 2026 (midterm) elections" coming up in November. As part of his address, Mr Trump urged Congress to pass the SAVE America Act, which would tighten restrictions around mail-in ballots, and require proof of citizenship for voter registration and photo ID to cast a ballot. Its critics say it would be detrimental to people who can't easily reach a polling station, or who do not have proper identification. New episodes of the Global News Podcast are published twice a day. You can listen here: https://link.mgln.ai/GNP-YT And you can find more of our YouTube episodes here: https://bbc.in/GlobalNewsPodcast Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #BBCNews #trump #elections #us #politics #voting

What is the legacy of the 2026 World Cup? | The Global Story

Jul 17, 2026

Spain or Argentina? These two teams will face each other in the 2026 World Cup final. Only one team can emerge eternal. For the rest, it’s over. But this tournament’s not just been about victory. For this special episode, we’ve been speaking with people across the US to hear about their tournament experiences, and asking what trace the World Cup will leave behind. We hear from: Roger Bennett, founder of the Men in Blazers media company; from the BBC’s sports editor Dan Roan; from the co-host of Morning Joe on MS NOW Jonathan Lemire; from Ruth DeWitt, director of community relations at Lawrence’s tourism bureau in Kansas; and from life long US soccer fan Marcus Cranston. Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #BBCNews #Worldcup2026 #Fifa #US Chapters: 01:01 Why were Americans worried ahead of the World Cup? 03:54 How Lawrence in Kansas went global 08:22 "I've been to eight World Cups" 12:00 Roger from Men in Blazers on the World Cup legacy 17:58 What will this World Cup be remembered for? 21:38 What does this World Cup mean to you?

Who is Andy Burnham - the next Prime Minister of the United Kingdom? | BBC Newscast

Jul 17, 2026

Today, Andy Burnham is set to become Prime Minister - but who is he? And, how did he get here? Adam and Chris are joined by special correspondent Judith Moritz and Burnham’s close friend Steve Rotheram, Liverpool City Region Mayor, to look back at his life and career. Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #BBCNews