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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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CJP to launch website to identify cops involved in July 20 crackdown on students, seek legal action

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) announced it will launch a website to collect photos and videos of the July 20 ‘Sansad Chalo’ crackdown to identify police personnel and pursue FIRs and legal action against them. The party also reiterated its demand for Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation during talks with…

The Economic Times

Congress slams Modi government over DU, JNU 'warning' students to stay away from Jantar Mantar

Delhi and Jawaharlal Nehru Universities warned students to avoid Jantar Mantar protests. Congress criticized the government, accusing it of using universities for propaganda. Rahul Gandhi questioned Delhi University's threat to students exercising democratic rights. Students are protesting the NEET paper leak and demanding the education minister's resignation. The universities cited…

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Women mistreated at CJP protest: 'Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao' slogan hollow, says Shobha Oza slamming BJP

Congress leader Shobha Oza criticized the BJP's 'Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao' slogan. She alleged brutal acts and verbal abuse against female students during protests. Oza stated police brutality crossed all limits during the student demonstrations. She demanded action against police officers and the resignation of the Education Minister. The Congress…

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How J P Nadda played a critical role in bridging gap between Centre, Sonam Wangchuk and CJP

Union Health Minister J P Nadda led government negotiations concerning the NEET paper leak protest. He engaged in multiple talks with activist Sonam Wangchuk, who ended his hunger strike. The government assured protesters that peaceful demonstrators would not face legal action. This assurance followed discussions on the protesters' broader demands,…

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Rajya Sabha washout continues for 5th day; adjourned till Monday amid NEET paper leak row

Rajya Sabha experienced disruptions during the Monsoon Session's first week. Opposition members protested the NEET paper leak issue and demanded the Education Minister's resignation. The House introduced a bill to criminalize insulting the national song Vande Mataram. Proceedings were repeatedly adjourned due to continued uproar and sloganeering. The Upper House…

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Rahul Gandhi shows pellet gun injuries of protester to slam govt, says 'stop assaulting our students'

Rahul Gandhi called for Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's removal and PM Modi's apology. He presented a student allegedly injured by pellet guns during a protest. The student's eye was damaged, impacting his vision and future police career. Delhi Police denied using pellet guns against protesters on that day. The incident…

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Dharmendra Pradhan resignation demand: CJP says govt seeks time till Saturday afternoon

The Centre requested time until Saturday afternoon to respond to resignation demands. Leaders of the Cockroach Janata Party met with government officials on Friday. They discussed compensation for families and withdrawal of cases against students. The government expressed in-principle approval for these two key demands. The agitation will continue until…

The Economic Times

LS adjourned till Monday; Govt says not holding debate on NEET will send wrong message

In a striking development, Lok Sabha proceedings faced interruptions for five straight days as Opposition members demanded the resignation of the Education Minister following the NEET paper leak controversy. The government sought a debate on the issues, arguing that avoiding discussions conveys a poor message. Prime Minister Modi pledged to…

The Economic Times

Modi replaces TV anchors with a reel but the crisis isn’t scrolling away

“Here comes PM Modi’s video! This is BIG!” tweeted Sudhir Chaudhary.

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Not holding NEET debate will send wrong message to country: Rijiju in LS

Parliament remained deadlocked over the NEET paper leak issue on Friday as Union Minister Kiren Rijiju urged the Opposition to allow a debate in the Lok Sabha without preconditions, citing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's assurance of a law against paper leaks and fast-track courts. However, the Congress and other opposition…

The Economic Times

DU's Aditi Mahavidyalaya asks students to stay away from protests, Shyam Lal College backs Pradhan

Delhi University colleges are advising students to avoid disruptive activities and focus on studies. Aditi Mahavidyalaya and Shyam Lal College have backed Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Protesters led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) demand accountability for the NEET paper leak. The CJP has called for nationwide peaceful protests…

The Economic Times

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…

The Economic Times

'Dismiss Pradhan': Opposition MPs stage protest at Parliament over NEET paper leak

Opposition MPs continue protests demanding Union Education Minister's resignation. They cite three demands including the minister's dismissal and an apology. Prime Minister Modi stated stricter actions would be taken against offenders. He also announced a draft bill for fast-track courts and severe punishment. The government has met student protests with…

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Make statement in Parliament instead of delivering 'one-sided Mann Ki Baat': Mallikarjun Kharge to PM Modi

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to address Parliament. He stated the Prime Minister should make a statement on the paper leaks issue. Modi announced a bill with strong action against paper leaks would be introduced soon. Rahul Gandhi criticized the Prime Minister's video message regarding the…

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Sonia Gandhi accuses Modi govt of brutalising students, degrading education

Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi on Friday launched a scathing attack on the Modi government over the nationwide student protests, accusing it of responding to demands for accountability and education reforms with "cowardice and wanton cruelty". In an article published in The Hindu, she alleged the Centre had degraded…

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Indian activist ends 26-day hunger strike, though student protests continue

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike on Friday after talks with government ministers, but student-led protests over leaked medical entrance exam papers continued, with demonstrators demanding the education minister's resignation and wider reforms.

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Sonam Wangchuk ends hunger strike in presence of Union Ministers Nadda, Jitendra Singh

Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike after meeting Union ministers Nadda and Singh. He had sought assurances regarding student protesters and examination reforms. The government agreed to consider compensation for affected families. Discussions in Parliament will address accountability and potential ministerial resignation. Wangchuk urged continued peaceful demonstrations by all…

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PM Modi says more strict actions against paper leaks will be announced in Cabinet meet on Friday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced stricter measures against examination paper leaks. The government will establish fast-track courts for swift trials and punishments. These actions aim to protect the future and aspirations of students nationwide. The Prime Minister emphasized that no leniency will be shown to offenders. Such incidents severely damage…

The Economic Times

CJP delegation to meet government ministers on Friday amid protests over NEET paper leak

A Cockroach Janta Party delegation will meet Union ministers on Friday. This meeting follows recent clashes between CJP supporters and Delhi Police. The CJP has called for a nationwide protest against alleged police brutality. They are demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The party previously met Union…

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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…

The Economic Times

Secret journeys, makeshift tents: Students keep Jantar Mantar protest alive

Seventeen-year-old Yash Kumar and sixteen-year-old Meena joined the protest secretly. They concealed their participation from families, believing the cause is worth the risk. Students are fighting for the future of the country's education system. The protest began with a hunger strike and gained wider support. Demonstrators faced confrontations with police…

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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…

The Independent UK

From K-pop memes to Strava ‘runs’ away from police, how Gen Z is redefining protests in India

Demonstrators are turning encounters with police into Subway Surfers-style videos

The Independent UK

Modi offers first concession to ‘cockroach’ protests but stops short of firing minister

People marched to parliament this week, expressing their frustration over exam leaks through slogans, songs, posters and memes

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