news Scmp World 2026-08-01

India's Modi Seeks to Forgive Protesters Who Verbally Abused Him

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed a desire to forgive protesters who directed 'vile abuse' at him during recent demonstrations. These youth-led protests, sparked by examination paper leaks, presented a significant challenge to his government.

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