Protests emerged in New Delhi on Tuesday, with confrontations occurring between demonstrators and police. The Youth Wing of the Indian National Congress, the primary opposition party, organized the protest in response to the appearance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's name in the so-called Epstein documents. These documents, released by the U.S. Department of Justice, contain material related to the deceased businessman and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, generating significant public outrage and media attention.

The documents suggest that Modi may have sought advice from Epstein regarding organizing a diplomatic visit to Israel in 2017. This revelation has implications for Modi's international relations and domestic political standing, as opposition leaders question the appropriateness of his engagements. Furthermore, conversations highlighted in the documents indicate that Epstein attempted to facilitate meetings between Modi and then-President Donald Trump, which raises concerns about the intersection of high-level politics and Epstein’s controversial activities.

News reports covering Modi's name in these documents have been aired by prominent networks such as Australia's ABC and Al-Jazeera. The protests and the subsequent media coverage underscore the politically charged atmosphere in India, as the opposition capitalizes on allegations against Modi to undermine his government amid increasing scrutiny of international ties and ethical conduct in leadership. The developments may have potential ramifications for Modi's administration as it faces growing dissent and calls for accountability, particularly in light of his government's handling of various issues.