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Arvind Kejriwal hits out at BJP over 'use of AK-47' on student protesters in Bihar

Arvind Kejriwal criticised the BJP over an AK-47 allegedly used at a Bihar student protest. A video showed a constable firing an AK-47 during the protest on July 25. The constable was suspended on Monday after the video went viral on social media. Kejriwal questioned if students should be treated…

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CJP says, 'govt representatives assured FIR withdrawal, release of detainees in Bihar, Assam'

Taking to X, the CJP chief spokesperson said, "Hours after our press conference, Government's representatives met us. The meeting lasted for 2-3 hours. They shared copies of the Bihar and Assam notifications guaranteeing FIR withdrawals, no action in future, and release of all detainees and arrestees".

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India activists demand release of detained 'cockroach' protesters

NEW DELHI - India's youth-led "cockroach" movement, whose nationwide protests forced the resignation of the education minister, urged authorities on Monday to release all detained demonstrators.

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The ‘cockroaches’ and the faces behind India’s exam protest movement

Bihar's government will withdraw legal actions against NEET-UG protestors. This decision follows the Cockroach Janta Party's call to end demonstrations. Abhijeet Dipke and Sonam Wangchuk were key figures in the movement. The CJP transformed from an online identity into a nationwide campaign. Their efforts focused on examination reforms and accountability…

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Bihar govt assures no action against NEET protestors, to withdraw FIRs and release detainees

Bihar government will not pursue legal action against NEET protest participants. All arrests and detentions related to protests before July 26 will cease. The government will immediately begin withdrawing all related FIRs and notices. This decision ensures no future action will be taken against these individuals. The state aims to…

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Bihar NEET protest: Tej Pratap seeks bail; argues arrest made before FIR

Janshakti Janta Dal chief Tej Pratap Yadav sought bail after his arrest. Police arrested him for supporting violent protests against the NEET exam leak. His lawyer argued police failed to follow due legal procedures. Yadav's bail plea also cited his existing health conditions. He was lodged in Beur central jail…

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CJP threatens to 'sit on protest again'; warns govt over alleged police action against protestors

The Cockroach Janta Party has warned of renewed agitation if police action against student protestors is not halted. They allege authorities violated an agreement reached after previous nationwide protests concluded. Hundreds of students have reportedly been arrested in Bihar and West Bengal. Several others face surveillance and harassment in Delhi…

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"On whose orders were AK-47 bullets fired?": Tejashwi Yadav demands judicial probe into Siwan firing, warns of massive agitation

Tejashwi Yadav demanded a judicial inquiry into AK-47 firing during a Siwan student protest. He questioned who authorized the use of firearms and held the state government accountable. Yadav warned of a massive agitation if student cases were not withdrawn and students were not released. He alleged that AK-47 bullets…

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‘System murderous against students’: Rahul Gandhi attacks Centre, seeks PM Modi apology

Rahul Gandhi criticized the Modi government over alleged AK-47 use against protesting students. He demanded Prime Minister Modi apologize and take action against attackers. Left-wing student groups demonstrated across Bihar following a statewide bandh. Police reportedly fired AK-47s at protesters during a demonstration in Siwan. Similar incidents involving student protests…

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"Toh fayda kya hua?" Priyanka Gandhi slams reports of FIR on students in states; says new exam bill 'pointless'

Priyanka Gandhi questioned the new anti-paper leak bill's effectiveness. She cited unverified reports of FIRs against students in Bihar and Bengal. Opposition MPs protested alleged police action on student protestors outside Parliament. The government plans to introduce an amendment bill during the Monsoon Session. A task force will recommend reforms…

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PM Modi highlights Manipur astrophysicist, Bihar waste-to-wealth, Gujarat hornbill return, UP women's herbal tea in Mann Ki Baat

Prime Minister Modi highlighted Indian achievements during his recent 'Mann Ki Baat' address. An astrophysicist's discovery of a young galaxy cluster was among the praised efforts. A Bihar initiative transforms plastic waste into durable benches for public spaces. The Indian Grey Hornbill has returned to Gujarat's Gir forests after six…

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Bihar vegetable seller's son wins Commonwealth Games bronze: Meet Jhandu Kumar, who drove an e-rickshaw to fund his training & turned years of taunts over his name into triumph

Jhandu Kumar secured India's first Commonwealth Games medal in para powerlifting. He won bronze in the men's heavyweight event after lifting 190kg. Kumar overcame polio and taunts to achieve this significant sporting success. He previously drove an e-rickshaw to fund his training and supplements. Kumar now aims to break world…

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Clashes erupt in Bihar during bandh over NEET paper leak; Tejashwi Yadav alleges police firing in Siwan

Left-wing student groups held demonstrations across Bihar on Saturday protesting the NEET paper leak. Some protests turned violent in districts like Patna and Saran, with clashes reported. Police used tear gas and mild force to disperse stone-pelting agitators in the state capital. Several students were detained across various districts following…

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Maharashtra TET paper leak: Main accused Bijendra Kumar Gupta arrested in Bihar

Bijendra Kumar Gupta, the main accused in the Maharashtra TET paper leak case, was apprehended. Bhiwandi Police arrested Gupta from Bihar on Saturday, officials confirmed. Gupta has now been brought to Pune Airport for further legal proceedings. He will subsequently be taken to Pune for continued investigation. Police identified Gupta…

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Bihar Bandh today, July 25: Why AISA has called a statewide protest, who is leading it and how commuters may be affected

Bihar Bandh news: A Bihar bandh has been called today by AISA and student groups over education reforms and the resignation of the Union Education Minister. Heavy security is in place across the state, including capital Patna, with some student leaders detained. Commuters should expect potential disruptions and traffic diversions…

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NEET paper leak: Bihar students clash with security forces; police use bullets, batons

Protests over the NEET paper leak erupted across Bihar on Thursday. Many students and at least fourteen police personnel sustained injuries during the demonstrations. Agitators hurled stones and vandalized government and railway properties in several districts. Police responded with baton charges and aerial firing to disperse the unruly crowds. Authorities…

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CBI says no evidence linked Sanjeev Mukhiya to 2024 NEET paper leak, calls fresh claims 'factually incorrect'

The CBI stated its NEET-UG 2024 paper leak investigation found no evidence against Sanjeev Mukhiya. The agency clarified that the narrative regarding his omission from the chargesheet is factually incorrect. Bihar Police initially named Mukhiya due to suspicion from other paper leak cases. However, the CBI's detailed probe identified all…

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Weather updates today (July 23): Check IMD's forecast for Dehradun, Ahmedabad, Amritsar, Pune, Indore, Darjeeling and other regions

The India Meteorological Department issued a fresh weather alert for the nation. Heavy rainfall and thunderstorms are expected in eleven states including Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. Coastal districts of West Bengal will receive heavy showers until June twenty-fourth. Northern districts of West Bengal could experience heavy downpour from July twenty-sixth…

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Weather today, July 21: IMD issues heavy rain alert for Maharashtra, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Jharkhand, Odisha, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Assam as active monsoon returns

Weather today, July 21: The India Meteorological Department forecasts a monsoon surge bringing heavy rains. Widespread rainfall is expected across north, east, and northeast India this week. Delhi, Mumbai, and several other states will witness moderate to heavy showers. Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand face extremely heavy rainfall, risking landslides. Residents…

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BJP confident of retaining Bankipur, Prashant Kishor hopes bypoll would resurrect Jan Suraaj Party

The Bankipur by-election features a contest between BJP's Neeraj Kumar Sinha and Prashant Kishor's party. Kishor aims to leverage the by-election as a referendum on the current Bihar government. He targets the incumbent chief minister and appeals to various voter segments. The BJP relies on its formidable machinery and star…

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Weather Today, July 20: Heavy Rain expected for Assam, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, West Bengal, Odisha, Kerala; active showers likely in Delhi-NCR

Weather today, July 20: Heavy rainfall is expected across many Indian regions today. The monsoon continues to bring showers and thunderstorms to various states. Several states are on alert for potential flooding and landslides due to heavy rains. Light to moderate showers are predicted for Delhi-NCR and other northern areas.…

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Weather today, July 19: IMD warns of heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in Mumbai, Srinagar, Bihar, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan and Northeast India; Delhi likely to receive light rain

Weather today, July 19: Heavy to very heavy rainfall is forecast for many Indian states on Sunday, the IMD has said. Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim anticipate extremely heavy rain in isolated areas. Thunderstorms with gusty winds and lightning are also expected across several regions. Delhi-NCR remains under a yellow…

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Weather tomorrow (July 19): IMD issues rain, thunderstorm alert for Delhi, UP, Bihar and 13 states; winds up to 85 kmph expected

The India Meteorological Department has issued a fresh weather alert for Sunday, July 19. Heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and strong winds are forecast across thirteen Indian states. Several regions may experience wind speeds up to 85 kmph and potential hailstorms. Residents are advised to avoid unnecessary travel and follow local advisories.…

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Samay Raina's Show Sparks Debate Over 'Man-Hater' Contestant on Latent 2

View this post on Instagram A post shared by shreyaa❤️🐣 (@shreyaa_.09) The India's Got Latent 2 host Samay Raina has made news again on social media for the latest episode where the participant from Bihar, teacher Sakshi Jha, called herself a ‘man-hater’ during her comedy routine. The show has edgy…

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NMC MBBS Seat Matrix 2026 Released: Check state-wise government and private medical college seats

NMC MBBS Seat Matrix 2026: The National Medical Commission has published the 2026 MBBS seat matrix for aspiring doctors. This year offers 1,36,939 MBBS seats, a significant increase from last year. Private medical colleges contributed the majority of these newly added seats. Twenty-five new medical colleges have also entered the…

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