India NEET protest talks stall: Youth-led “Cockroach” movement leaders met senior ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh for two hours, but talks ended without a breakthrough. Protesters say only Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation/removal is acceptable, as Parliament demonstrations over alleged exam paper leaks and online marking failures intensify. Student protest crackdown and connectivity: With mobile internet restricted near Jantar Mantar, students reportedly used offline Bluetooth messaging apps like Bitchat to keep communicating, while authorities warned of public order risks. Education policy response: Delhi University and other bodies issued advisories urging students to avoid Jantar Mantar gatherings, as opposition MPs escalated pressure inside Parliament. Equity in higher education: India’s AISHE data points to higher enrolment overall and stronger participation gains for women and disadvantaged groups, with STEM enrolment topping 10.1 million. Mental health in government schools: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta launched Project Manobal, bringing structured mental health education and teacher training to government schools. Regional tech cooperation: Japan and ASEAN were urged to deepen ties in frontier technologies, energy security, and talent development to boost resilience. Philippines education cost pressure: A Senate push to review EPIRA highlights how electricity prices remain high, squeezing spending on essentials like education.