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Connaught Place shops, offices to shut down by 6.30 pm on Thursday amid CJP protests

New Delhi Traders Association directed shops to close by 6:30 pm. This decision followed telephonic instructions from NDMC officials regarding a critical situation. Protests by the Cockroach Janta Party demanded the Union Education Minister's resignation. Businesses in Connaught Place suspended operations for the remainder of the day. The advisory was…

The Economic Times

The one big difference between India’s ‘cockroach’ protests and other revolutions across South Asia

From Bangladesh and Nepal to Sri Lanka, youth-led protests have toppled governments. But one crucial difference makes a similar outcome far less likely in India’s ‘cockroach’ movement, reports Namita Singh

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Parliament adjourned for the day amidst uproar over NEET paper leak, CJP protests

Parliamentary proceedings faced disruptions for the fourth consecutive day due to protests. Opposition members demanded the Union Education Minister's resignation over the NEET-UG exam leak. The government expressed readiness for a debate, blaming opposition for the stalemate. Protests continued inside and outside Parliament, adding to the political pressure. Both Lok…

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From placards to punchlines: How Gen Z turned the CJP protest into a social media movement

Protests at Jantar Mantar quickly moved online with Gen Z's unique humor. Participants mixed political messages with viral internet trends and memes. Social media platforms became extensions of the demonstration for participants. Short videos satirized police action and environmental concerns during the march. Protesters used humor and creativity to voice…

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India protest movement holds capital sit-in as police crack down on demonstrators

Young protesters in India are camping on the streets of New Delhi

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Kiren Rijiju says Opposition 'running away' from NEET debate, offers to let it decide timing

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju stated the government is ready for a debate. He accused the Opposition of evading discussion on the NEET paper leak issue. The government is prepared for a detailed debate in both Houses of Parliament. Opposition parties can decide the date and duration for this discussion.…

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PM's response insufficient, won't leave Jantar Mantar until Pradhan resigns: CJP

The Cockroach Janta Party demands Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced fast-track courts for paper leak offenders. The party states the prime minister's announcement lacks accountability for the issue. Protests continue demanding Pradhan's resignation and system reforms. Public anger is increasingly directed at Prime Minister…

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PM Modi residence protest: Congress MP submits privilege notice in LS; says rights of LoP, women MPs violated

Congress MP Hibi Eden submitted a privilege motion in the Lok Sabha. He alleged breach of parliamentary rights and immunities of opposition leaders. Police manhandled protesting MPs, including Rahul Gandhi, outside the Prime Minister's residence. The protest was in solidarity with students facing examination irregularities and paper leaks. The motion…

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Dharmendra Pradhan’s daughter Naimisha Pradhan deactivates social media amid anti-NEET paper leak CJP protest; trolls target her foreign degree

Naimisha Pradhan deactivated her social media accounts after facing online criticism. She holds a Master of Laws degree from Tufts University in the United States. Public anger intensified following police action against student protesters earlier this week. Social media users questioned her overseas education while her father heads the education…

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NDA, INDIA Bloc MPs face off at Parliament's Makar Dwar amid NEET protests

While Opposition members protested against Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET paper leak controversy, NDA parliamentarians demonstrated against TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee, who was suspended from the Lok Sabha for making objectionable remarks against women MPs.

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Parliament Monsoon Session: KC Venugopal moves adjournment motion in Lok Sabha over paper leaks, Jantar Mantar police action

Congress MP KC Venugopal submitted an Adjournment Motion notice in the Lok Sabha. He demanded a debate on the examination system crisis and police action against students. The notice cited numerous paper leaks and student suicides after losing hope. It also highlighted police brutality against protesting students and youth. Venugopal…

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Look into eyes of youth who bled on streets protesting: Mallikarjun Kharge to PM Modi

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding youth protests. He stated that all doors for the youth have been shut. Kharge demanded the Education Minister's immediate dismissal and an apology. He also alleged the RSS has captured the education system. The prime minister announced fast-track courts for…

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‘Cockroach’ protests: India’s Modi promises to punish officials over exam leaks

PM says ‘those who try to harm the future of our youth will not be spared’ as exam leaks scandal spirals into widespread anger

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NEET row: Rajya Sabha MPs Naseer Hussain, Sandosh Kumar move Rule 267 notice; seek discussion on 'systemic crisis'

Opposition MPs have submitted notices seeking to suspend business in Rajya Sabha. They want to discuss the examination system's crisis and alleged NEET paper leaks. One MP called for the Union Education Minister's resignation due to repeated failures. Another highlighted the distress caused to students and peaceful protesters.

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Rahul to PM: 'You harmed our youth's future' on NEET row

Rahul Gandhi criticized Prime Minister Modi regarding the NEET paper leak issue. He accused the government of destroying the education system and protecting those responsible. Congress demands the education minister's resignation and an apology to students. Prime Minister Modi announced fast-track courts to punish those involved in paper leaks. Widespread…

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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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PM Modi announces fast-track courts for paper leak cases, says youth’s future cannot be compromised

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced new fast-track courts for paper leak cases. These courts will ensure swift and stringent punishment for offenders. The government prioritizes the welfare and future of the nation's youth. Authorities are directed to take all necessary steps to protect students. Those harming young people's futures will…

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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…

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Parliament deadlock continues; Opposition to meet over strategy

Opposition floor leaders will meet to strategize their joint parliamentary approach. Parliament remains stalled as the opposition demands a minister's resignation. They also insist on discussing the NEET-UG paper leak under a specific rule. The government is ready for debate but opposes new conditions. Meanwhile, a TMC leader criticized his…

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Cockroach Movement Protests Explained as India's Youth Revolt Over Exam Leaks and Modi's Response

The Cockroach Janta Party, sparked by a leaked exam paper, has led to India's largest youth protest in a decade, demanding education reforms and ministerial resignations amid rising tensions and violence.

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Pradhan unlikely to resign but centre keen on relief measures for kin of victims: Govt functionary

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan will likely remain in his position despite protests. The government is ready for serious engagement with the Cockroach Janta Party protesters. Union Health Minister JP Nadda has met with CJP representatives to discuss their demands. The government is prepared to consider compensation for affected families.…

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What is India’s ‘cockroach’ movement – and why are people protesting?

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Police crackdown on India’s ‘cockroach’ protest appears to backfire as support for movement surges

ON THE GROUND: Gen Z protesters are now receiving the backing of mainstream politicians, with opposition leader Rahul Gandhi dragged away from a protest outside PM Narendra Modi’s home. Alisha Rahaman Sarkar reports from Delhi

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In 1997, Dharmendra Pradhan protested against paper leak outside Odisha Secretariat as a student leader and was beaten

Dharmendra Pradhan 1997 protest: In 1997, Dharmendra Pradhan joined over 1,500 students outside the Odisha secretariat to protest a paper leak and was beaten by police badly enough to sustain fractures. He is now India's Union Education Minister, and students are gathered at Delhi's Jantar Mantar demanding his resignation over…

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A protest movement is challenging India's establishment. What to know about the 'Cockroaches'

A joke has turned into a major protest movement in India, challenging Prime Minister Narendra Modi Hindu nationalist’s government

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