Hate speech against Muslims has shifted from sporadic incidents to a politically endorsed campaign, with 1,318 events in 2025 averaging four per day and nearly 90% in BJP-ruled states, reshaping social cohesion and political dynamics.
India’s closure of a Kashmir medical college following protests over Muslim student admissions exposes communal bias and institutional failure. Meritocracy and equitable access to education are compromised by political and religious pressures.
Iran faces a severe economic crisis as the rial collapses, inflation soars, and public protests surge, highlighting structural weaknesses and institutional challenges. The situation underscores the difficulty of stabilizing the currency without comprehensive reforms and restored public confidence.