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Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation news: Sonam Wangchuk says it's 'victory of democracy'

Sonam Wangchuk celebrated the Union Education Minister's resignation as a democratic triumph. He credited the Cockroach Janta Party and Gen Z for this significant outcome. Wangchuk described the event as a result of sustained, non-violent public pressure. He congratulated the protesters for shedding fear and rising up nationwide. The activist…

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Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation: Rahul Gandhi, other politicians react to education minister's exit after CJP protests

Political leaders across India have reacted to Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation as Union Education Minister. Many hailed the move as a significant victory for India's youth and democracy. Students' persistent protests were credited with compelling the government to take action. This event marks a turning point in youth asserting their democratic…

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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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Indian education minister resigns after mass protests over exam paper leaks

India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said on Saturday he had resigned from his post following mass protests calling for his dismissal. Public trust in India's university testing system has been undermined by a series of exam irregularities, including the leaking of a medical entrance question paper that forced more than…

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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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CM Suvendu Adhikari says strict action to be taken against those who attacked journalists during NEET protest rally

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari condemned attacks on journalists during a recent protest. He assured strict action against miscreants under the new Goonda Act. Around seventy individuals not connected to the protest were identified by authorities. Six journalists sustained serious injuries and received hospital treatment. FIRs have been lodged,…

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India’s education minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns after weeks of Gen Z-led ‘cockroach’ protests

Minister announces his ‌resignation on Saturday, handing major victory to protesters nationwide asking for accountability over examination paper leak

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Congress, SP ruined students' future: UP CM Adityanath at Fatehpur amid NEET paper leak row

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath criticized opposition parties for student futures. He praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government for stringent anti-paper leak actions. A new law proposes severe penalties for those involved in examination malpractices. The Chief Minister highlighted development initiatives and new opportunities for the youth.

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'Do not mess with cockroaches': CJP celebrates Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation

The Cockroach Janta Party celebrated the Education Minister's resignation. This action followed over a month of student-led protests concerning the NEET exam. The party stated this resignation proved that persistent protest can achieve results. They also demanded compensation for affected families and action against police. The CJP declared this a…

The Economic Times

Dharmendra Pradhan resigns as education minister amid CJP protests. Here's what he said in his letter

Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation: Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned from the Union Cabinet amid protests over the NEET-UG controversy, saying his decision was aimed at protecting students’ futures and preventing the situation from being exploited. In his resignation letter, Pradhan said he had remained committed to education reforms and took responsibility…

The Economic Times

Dharmendra Pradhan resigns: Education Minister sends resignation letter to PM Modi amid CJP protests due to NEET paper leak

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned from his post. This resignation comes after significant political and public pressure mounted. The controversy surrounding the alleged NEET paper leak fueled these demands. Protests led by the Cockroach Janta Party were central to this pressure. The Centre faced criticism for not addressing…

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BJP's Rajeev Chandrasekhar says exam leaks go beyond corruption, reflect 'shortcut culture'

BJP leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar addressed examination paper leaks and protest language. He described exam leaks as a crime and a culture of shortcuts. Chandrasekhar also criticized the abusive content in student protest videos. He urged students and parents to reject shortcuts and embrace hard work. The protests continue demanding accountability…

The Economic Times

Indian minister steps down over exam scandal

NEW ⁠DELHI - Indian Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned on Saturday, handing a major victory to youth protesters nationwide who had demanded that he quit to take responsibility for examination paper leaks.

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NEET row: PM Modi must apologise, Dharmendra Pradhan has to be sacked, says Rahul Gandhi

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Saturday demanded the removal of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET paper leak controversy and sought an apology from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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CJP claims UP Police raided home of Mohd Junaid, who was serving food and water at Jantar Mantar, detained his family members

The Cockroach Janata Party claimed Uttar Pradesh police harassed their volunteer, Mohd Junaid. They alleged Junaid's family members were detained and their documents seized by police. Meerut Police have denied any involvement in detaining Junaid's relatives. The CJP is scheduled for a third round of talks with the government.

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CJP Protest Live: Dharmendra Pradhan resigns amid call for nationwide candle march

CJP Protest Jantar Mantar: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned amid ongoing Cockroach Janta Party protests. The government agreed in principle to compensation and withdrawal of FIRs against protesters. Talks are continuing regarding the demand for Pradhan's resignation. Security has been intensified across Delhi, and metro stations remain shut. The…

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British completely changed our mindset, made us believe our traditions were wrong: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat

"The history of a thousand years is unknown. Based on a few great men, that entire tradition was rebuilt... After that, a series of invasions began. Because of this, we had to accept many things that were not part of our tradition, not in our thinking," Bhagwat said.

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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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CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke diagnosed with typhoid, vows protests against Dharmendra Pradhan will continue

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke has been diagnosed with typhoid but vowed protests will continue. Nationwide demonstrations demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation will persist. Activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his hunger strike after receiving government assurances. The CJP seeks a written commitment and a neutral venue for discussions. They maintain…

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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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The real reason why Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day fast

Activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his hunger strike after receiving written assurances from the Centre. He feared a crackdown and wanted to prevent violence against protesters and students. Wangchuk emphasized his primary goal was protecting students from legal consequences and violence. Union ministers met him and agreed to consider compensation and…

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‘I will die for this cause’: how India’s cockroach meme became the biggest challenge to Modi’s grip on power

Prime minister’s propaganda machine falters as fiercely secular youth protests reclaim nationalism

The Guardian - UK

Indian Cockroach activist ends hunger strike after 26 days as protests spread

Sonam Wangchuk secures ‘hard bargain’ with Delhi but talks between government and movement leaders stall

The Economic Times

NEET paper leak: Left students' outfits clash with security forces, police use batons

The protestors blocked the Dorina Crossing area in the Esplanade area, hurled footwear and water bottles at the men in uniform. The police were seen having a tough time in trying to remove the agitators from the intersection of vital thoroughfares on a working day.

The Economic Times

Shiv Sena (UBT) leads massive protest in Mumbai to press for Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation

Thousands of Shiv Sena (UBT) supporters gathered in Mumbai demanding the Education Minister's resignation. Protesters held tricolors and placards during the 'Tiranga Morcha' at Shivaji Park. Leaders stated the government has lathis, but protesters possess national flags. The agitation occurred amid ongoing national protests concerning exam irregularities and paper leaks.…

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