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Salman Khan appeals to students to return home, says those behind leak will face action

Superstar Salman Khan urged NEET protestors to return home and trust government action. He emphasized student safety and education as top priorities for the nation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced fast-track courts for swift punishment in paper leak cases. Khan also appealed to activist Sonam Wangchuk to end his hunger…

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They got beaten at the Parliament march. But they returned to Jantar Mantar

Protesters had gathered for a march to Parliament on July 20, stating that the demonstration would be peaceful. When it began at 9 am, the atmosphere was calm. However, after barricades were breached and protesters started moving forward, the police resorted to a lathi-charge and tear gas shelling.

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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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Expressing solidarity with protesting students, SC advocates recite Constitution's Preamble

Supreme Court advocates recited the Constitution's Preamble during their lunch recess. This action supported the Jantar Mantar protest and opposed police actions against demonstrators. Senior advocates Indira Jaising and S Muralidhar led the lawyers in this significant demonstration. They stated their presence was to stand with students and demand justice…

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From offline maps to tear gas hacks: How CJP protesters are preparing for Delhi demonstrations

Protesters at Jantar Mantar are using crowdsourced advice to navigate internet shutdowns. They share tips on offline maps and Bluetooth messaging apps for communication. Remedies for tear gas burns and protection from police batons are also circulating. Demonstrators are increasingly relying on shared knowledge for safety and persistence.

The Economic Times

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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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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Fresh wave of protesters swells Jantar Mantar after 'Chalo Sansad' march

Protesters from across India arrived at Jantar Mantar for a continuing demonstration. Fresh groups joined the sit-in after travelling overnight by bus and train. Volunteers managed the growing crowd, distributing water and food packets to participants. Children, students, and elderly people stood together, raising slogans and holding placards. The energetic…

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From ‘Godi media’ taunts to assault: The reporters caught in Jantar Mantar’s anger

Four days after a young NDTV reporter covered the CJP protest at Jantar Mantar, her mother was surrounded in a neighbourhood park by people demanding to know why her daughter had lied.

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With stethoscopes and first-aid kits, volunteer doctors stand by protesters at Jantar Mantar

Volunteer doctors are providing essential medical assistance at the Jantar Mantar protest site. They are treating protesters for injuries, fever, and dehydration which arose during the demonstrations. Many protesters are reluctant to visit hospitals, preferring local care and advice. The presence of medical teams offers protesters a sense of security…

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Pizzas, parathas and solidarity: Supporters from Mumbai to Dubai are feeding Jantar Mantar

Jantar Mantar has seen an unusual show of solidarity over the past two days – not in the form of slogans, but pizzas, parathas and water bottles.

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Amitabh Bachchan trolled over silence on Jantar Mantar protests after Shashi Tharoor's post

Amitabh Bachchan faces criticism for his silence on current student protests. Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor reposted Bachchan's 2012 Nirbhaya protest statement. Social media users questioned Bachchan's current public response to demonstrations. Past remarks on fuel prices also resurfaced amid renewed online criticism. This highlights a comparison between his past…

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Sonam Wangchuk stable in ICU; CJP urges him to end hunger strike

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk is hospitalized in Gurugram and receiving intensive care. The Cockroach Janta Party urged him to end his hunger strike due to his valuable life. CJP's protest at Jantar Mantar will continue until their demands are met. They declined a meeting invitation from Union Health Minister JP…

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‘Country needs him’: CJP requests Sonam Wangchuk to end hunger strike

The Cockroach Janta Party has urged activist Wangchuk to halt his hunger strike, emphasizing the importance of his life. They pledged to continue their peaceful protest at Jantar Mantar until their objectives are achieved. Moreover, CJP has rejected Union Health Minister JP Nadda's invitation for a meeting, asserting that discussions…

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Walloping students in middle of street is shocking: Shashi Tharoor slams government

Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor strongly criticised the Centre's actions. He called the lathi-charge on students shocking and very badly handled. Tharoor visited injured students and heard their painful testimonies. He stated that the government's response was insensitive and unacceptable. The leader also condemned the detention of opposition leaders during…

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CJP declines to meet JP Nadda at his residence again, says govt should come to Jantar Mantar

The Cockroach Janta Party has declined an invitation to meet Union Minister JP Nadda. Party leaders stated the government should visit their protest site at Jantar Mantar. They are holding a janata darbar and want ministers to engage with the people. The party offered a neutral venue if security was…

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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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"Who will you listen to, if not students?": TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee asks PM Modi; backs students' protest

Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee backed students protesting at Jantar Mantar. He stated the central government must listen to student concerns and their demands. Banerjee criticised police action against the Cockroach Janata Party protest on July 20. Opposition MPs also protested outside Parliament demanding the Education Minister's resignation. These actions…

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CJP Protests: Delhi Metro closes 16 stations, including Rajiv Chowk & Janpath; cites security reasons

Several Delhi Metro stations were closed due to ongoing protests at Jantar Mantar. The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) is leading the demonstration, which has been ongoing for 31 days. CJP protesters claim police used force during a recent march, and they are prepared for further action. The party warns of…

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Paintbrushes and placards turn Jantar Mantar student protest into a canvas of dissent

Students at Jantar Mantar are using art to protest alleged paper leaks. Hand-drawn illustrations and creative displays have transformed the protest venue. Participants used satirical art and popular culture references to voice their concerns. Historical figures and revolutionary symbols were also featured in the artworks. Social media platforms amplified the…

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Nepal reference, Pak ‘link’, and opposition conspiracy theories: How TV anchors spun the July 20 march

By late afternoon on July 20, the images from Delhi were difficult to ignore: protesters marching from Jantar Mantar towards Parliament were met with tear gas shells, lathi charge, and mass detentions, while internet services were suspended around central Delhi. But anyone switching on primetime television that evening would have…

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Indian police criticised for brutal crackdown on ‘cockroach’ protests as leader rules out further marches

Narendra Modi’s critics call for his resignation after police use teargas and batons to thwart march to parliament

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Man orders food from 1,500 km away for Delhi Jantar Mantar protesters: Delivery note reads 'give this meal to whoever looks hungry'; act of kindness wins hearts

A Mumbai resident named Anuj Rawat has won praise online after ordering food on Zomato for strangers protesting at Delhi's Jantar Mantar on Monday, attaching a note asking the delivery rider to hand the meal to whoever looked hungry at the site. A video of the Zomato rider arriving with…

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Lathis, tear gas and injured protesters: The ‘Chalo Sansad’ crackdown in pictures

Ramit Verma was still bleeding when he turned around to face the officer who had hit him.

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AIIMS docs seek President's inquiry into events at Jantar Mantar, Sonam Wangchuk's hospitalisation

The AIIMS Resident Doctors' Association appealed to President Murmu for an inquiry. They raised concerns about the handling of peaceful protesters at Jantar Mantar. Videos showed police personnel with covered faces and name badges. Reports suggest activist Sonam Wangchuk was not allowed to leave Safdarjung Hospital. The association seeks to…

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