Watch: Day 18 of Sonam Wangchuk’s hunger strike: will Congress back the CJP? | Above the Fold | 15.07.2026

Sonam Wangchuk enters the 18th day of his fast and the Cockroach Janata Party's protest completes 26 days, pressure is mounting on the Opposition ahead of Parliament's Monsoon Session. We break down the political significance of the protest, the Congress' silence, and the latest developments from Jantar Mantar. We also explain what India gains from the India-UK trade deal, bring you the latest on the death of an Indian sailor off Oman, the MEA's clarification on what an Indian passport represents, Spain's march into the FIFA World Cup final, and NASA astronaut Anil Menon's arrival at the International Space Station. Above the Fold is The Hindu's daily news show, bringing you the day's biggest stories with clarity, depth and context.