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What started India's 'cockroach' protests that forced education minister to quit?

Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned Saturday after protests demanding his departure. Protests erupted after the NEET exam paper was leaked, affecting two million students. The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test is the sole gateway to undergraduate medical courses. This leak occurred alongside the rise of the Cockroach Janta Party satire…

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'We will not go like this': CJP's Abhijeet Dipke has 2 more demands after Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation

The Cockroach Janta Party's agitation continues after Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned. The party now demands one crore rupees compensation for affected families. They also seek action against police personnel for alleged protest force. The CJP stated their protest is far from over. The party awaits a formal call for further…

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Dharmendra Pradhan resigns under pressure from student protests

Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan submitted his resignation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday, a day after the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)-led protests at Jantar Mantar demanded he be sacked over the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak.

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‘Nobody asked us to’: Meet the silent engine of the Jantar Mantar protest

Despite the police action on July 20, protestors returned to Jantar Mantar to continue demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. There is still a crowd of nearly 10,000 to 15,000 people at the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest.

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Delhi Metro Closures, July 25: 18 stations to remain shut; only interchange allowed at 3 key stations. Check full DMRC advisory

Delhi Metro Closures, July 25: Eighteen Delhi Metro stations will be closed from Saturday morning due to security arrangements. These closures are in place because of the ongoing Cockroach Janta Party protest near Jantar Mantar. Commuters face disruptions for a fourth consecutive day with these extensive travel restrictions. Security remains…

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Parents, labourers and even Modi voters: Support for India’s ‘cockroach’ protest keeps growing

ON THE GROUND: As thousands of protesters gather night after night demanding accountability for exam paper leaks, Namita Singh is in Delhi finding out what’s motivating people from all walks of life to take to the streets

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Sonam Wangchuk ends fast: What happens next to CJP protest, negotiations with govt and steps to resolve NEET paper leak crisis

Sonam Wangchuk ended his hunger strike after 26 days following government assurances. The Centre promised no legal action against peaceful NEET protesters. A delegation will meet ministers regarding the exam leak controversy. Prime Minister Modi pledged stricter actions against future paper leaks. The Cockroach Janta Party continues its protest for…

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CJP protest: 'Passports will be cancelled for people involved directly in riots,' says Delhi Police source

Delhi Police may cancel passports for those involved in recent Cockroach Janta Party protests. Clashes occurred near Parliament Street and Jantar Mantar during demonstrations over NEET exam issues. Protesters demanded the Education Minister's resignation and compensation for deceased aspirants. Police reported injuries to personnel and damage to government vehicles during…

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Modi vows 'stringent punishment' for exam fraud fuelling India's youth-led 'Cockroach' protests

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday vowed to punish those involved in a leaked exam papers scandal that has sparked mass student protests. His promise came a day after thousands of protesters, led by the social media-driven Cockroach Janta Party, demonstrated in New Delhi, sparking fresh clashes with police.…

France 24

Modi vows punishment for Indian exam scandal

NEW DELHI - Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi vowed on Thursday “stringent punishment” for those involved in exam fraud that has fuelled student anger, in his first direct comments tied to major protests challenging his government.

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CJP alleges BJP workers tried to disrupt NEET protest, vows agitation will continue

Cockroach Janta Party representatives allege BJP workers are disrupting ongoing student protests. They claim outsiders are sent to incite violence and defame peaceful demonstrators. The party demands Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, calling it non-negotiable. Protesters continue their demonstration, which has entered its thirty-fourth day. Union Health Minister JP Nadda…

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'Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation is non-negotiable': CJP on NEET protest

The Cockroach Janta Party chief spokesperson stated the Education Minister's resignation is non-negotiable. He emphasized that the protest will continue until this demand is met. Sonam Wangchuk agreed that the ongoing protest must remain peaceful. Union Minister JP Nadda urged against politicizing the paper leak issue. Nadda stated the government…

The Economic Times

Meta shadow-bans Delhi protest content, throttles reach, complain users

Multiple users noted that Meta had marked Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) and politician Anish Gawande's posts as 'sensitive content'. For the past two days, social media has been filled with videos and photos of the clashes that broke out at the protest site with police using tear gas and lathicharges…

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Woman injured during CJP's Monday protest conscious, taken off ventilator: RML Hospital

A 21-year-old woman injured during police action is now conscious and breathing independently. Doctors at RML Hospital confirmed her steady improvement and normal brain and spine scans. She was injured during a protest organized by the Cockroach Janta Party on July 20. Protesters marched towards Parliament demanding the Education Minister's…

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Meta’s automated system mistakenly banned CJP spokesperson Saurav Das’ account: Sources

Meta has restored the account of Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) spokesperson Saurav Das after it was mistakenly blocked by the company's automated moderation systems, ET has learnt. Sources said the suspension was an error triggered by automation, and the account was reinstated after the issue was identified on Wednesday.

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A day after joining CJP protest, Sharad Pawar meets PM Modi

NCP (SCP) chief Sharad Pawar met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, a day after backing the Cockroach Janta Party's (CJP) protest over alleged exam irregularities at Jantar Mantar. Pawar urged the Centre to consider protesters' demands, while Opposition leaders continued pressing for accountability following the police crackdown on the…

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CJP Protest in Delhi LIVE: Nadda meet declined, 16 metro stations shut as party warns of larger agitation

NEET Protest Live: Cockroach Janta Party protests escalated in Delhi on Wednesday. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation shut sixteen metro stations due to security concerns. The Supreme Court declined an urgent plea challenging police action against student protestors. Numerous FIRs were filed by Delhi Police following Monday's Sansad Chalo march.…

The Economic Times

CJP protests: SC declines urgent plea challenging police action; CJI says 'don't have time to watch videos'

The Supreme Court declined an urgent plea regarding police action during a protest. The court refused to examine video footage at the mentioning stage. The petitioner's counsel sought an early listing of the case for students. Chief Justice Surya Kant stated the court was not interested in watching videos. The…

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July 20 protest march was 'just a trailer': CJP warns of bigger agitation, says ready to face UAPA, NSA

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) national spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka said the party's protest would intensify if the Centre did not accept its demands. Speaking to ANI, he claimed the July 20 march was "just a trailer", reiterated the demand that no FIRs be lodged against protesters, and said the leadership was…

The Economic Times

Saurav Das' Whatsapp account restored; CJP spokesperson thanks supporters for pressuring Meta

Cockroach Janta Party spokesperson Saurav Das reported his WhatsApp account was blocked. His account was later restored after public pressure was applied on Meta. The party also claimed a conspiracy case was being prepared against its leaders. CJP called off a protest after detained individuals were released by authorities. Delhi…

The Economic Times

Govt wasted our time: Dipke on talks between Nadda, CJP team

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke questioned government talks amid a police crackdown. He alleged the government wasted protesters' time and used force against students. Union Health Minister JP Nadda met with two CJP representatives on Monday. Activist Sonam Wangchuk continues his hunger strike after witnessing police brutality. Protesters vow…

The Economic Times

Cockroach Janta Party removes spokesperson Vijeta Dahiya after viral video sparks backlash

The Cockroach Janta Party removed its spokesperson after a viral video surfaced. This video purportedly showed him at a Burger King outlet during a protest. Party workers and protesters were allegedly facing police action at that time. The spokesperson defended his actions, stating he had worked for the movement.

The Economic Times

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke will contest polls on Bhim Army ticket in future: BJP MP Nishikant Dubey

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey predicted Abhijeet Dipke will contest elections on a Bhim Army ticket. He stated that mass movements often produce political leaders and Dipke could be one. Thousands joined the Cockroach Janta Party's march demanding the Education Minister's resignation. Dubey claimed the movement's supporters are also linked to…

The Economic Times

Delhi High Court declines urgent hearing of plea on police brutality on CJP protesters

The Delhi High Court declined an urgent hearing for a petition alleging excessive police force. The court stated the matter would be listed for hearing on Wednesday. Thousands joined the Cockroach Janta Party's march demanding the Education Minister's resignation. The party accused police of preventing protesters from reaching Parliament and…

The Economic Times

CJP Protest in Delhi Live: Abhijeet Dipke continues Jantar Mantar protest; check latest updates

CJP protest live updates: The Cockroach Janta Party's protest at Jantar Mantar continues for another day. Protesters demand Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over NEET examination irregularities. Delhi Police registered FIRs after clashes erupted during a march towards Parliament. Activist Sonam Wangchuk remains hospitalized while continuing his hunger strike.

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