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Graffiti that captured a generation's anger painted over at Jantar Mantar

Municipal workers cleaned graffiti from walls around Jantar Mantar on Sunday. The visual marks of a student-led protest were erased by sanitation crews. Over one hundred workers and heavy equipment cleared nearly sixty metric tonnes of waste. Damaged footpaths and curbstones were also repaired to restore the area. The New…

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Delhi University internships 2026: DU announces paid internship and placement opportunities; check stipend, eligibility and last date

University of Delhi has opened applications for several internship and placement opportunities. Students can apply through the official DU website for various roles. Be Quotient, Planet 9X Technologies, and Internzvalley are offering these positions. Internships offer monthly stipends up to Rs 25,000 and one placement offers Rs 7.5 lakh. Applications…

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Lodha Developers aims 20% profit growth in FY27 to Rs 4,100 crore

Lodha Developers clocked a 4% year-on-year uptick in sales bookings in April-June 2026-27, translating to Rs 4,630 crore. With plans to introduce its first residential project in the Delhi-NCR region, the company is optimistic about long-standing profit growth driven by strong demand in the housing sector.

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NTA Young Professional Recruitment 2026: Vacancies, eligibility, salary and other details about contractual posts offering ₹80,000 per month

The National Testing Agency is recruiting Young Professionals for its divisions. Vacancies exist for academic, legal, and finance research roles. Selected candidates will work at the NTA headquarters in New Delhi. Appointments are contractual for an initial period of twenty-four months. Eligibility requires registration on the UPSC Pratibha Setu portal.

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Pradhan offered to quit on first day of student agitation: BJP leader Vijayvargiya

Madhya Pradesh minister Kailash Vijayvargiya stated Dharmendra Pradhan offered to resign as Union Education Minister. This offer was made on the very first day of the student agitation in Delhi. Vijayvargiya congratulated Pradhan for foiling foreign designs to destabilize India. He also criticized the Congress for celebrating Pradhan's resignation. The…

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Ex NITI Aayog vice chairman Rajiv Kumar got attracted to Naxal ideology as student, hung Che's poster in room: New book

Kumar, as per the book, got attracted to the Communist Party of India (CPI) (Marxist-Leninist) when he was a student of Delhi's prestigious St. Stephen's College but now considers present day Naxalism as the "most pernicious and dishonest impact" on Indian youths which has perhaps "set back India's political and…

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NDMC carried out cleanliness drive after CJP calls off Jantar Mantar protest

Cleanliness work commenced at Jantar Mantar after the CJP protest concluded. The New Delhi Municipal Council conducted a midnight sanitation drive at the protest site. Protesters vacated the area following assurances from the government on their demands. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned, and Pralhad Joshi took charge. Delhi Metro…

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Work from home means office work and household chores, says woman in viral video

A Delhi woman's video highlights challenges faced by remote workers at home. Many users share similar experiences of household expectations conflicting with work. Family members often fail to recognize remote work as legitimate employment. Guests visiting the home frequently interrupt work meetings and tasks. Misconceptions about remote work extend beyond…

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India's 'Cockroach' movement ends protests after education minister resigns

Dharmendra Pradhan announced his resignation in a post on X, handing a major victory to the youth movement that spearheaded nationwide demonstrations, sit-ins and hunger strikes.

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Delhi weather tomorrow: Will national capital wake up to rain or rising heat? IMD forecast reveals

Delhi anticipates very light to light rain on Sunday and Monday. Moderate rainfall is forecast for Tuesday and Wednesday, prompting a yellow alert. Temperatures will remain between 33 and 35 degrees Celsius on Sunday. Minimum temperatures are expected to stay between 25 and 27 degrees Celsius. The city's air quality…

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Jind-Sonipat Hydrogen Train travelled 1200 kms; 3,000 litres of diesel exhaust replaced with water vapours

Jind-Sonipat Hydrogen Train: India's first hydrogen-powered train has travelled more than 1,200 kilometres since its launch, marking a significant milestone for green rail transport. During this journey, it has reportedly saved over 3,200 litres of diesel by generating electricity onboard through a clean hydrogen fuel cell reaction. Powered by indigenous…

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CJP calls off protest ‘in good faith’ following Dharmendra Pradhan’s exit

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) on Saturday called off its 36-day protest at Jantar Mantar “in good faith” after a round of talks with the government, CJP spokesperson Saurav Das said at a joint press conference with a government delegation at the Constitution Club of India in New Delhi. The…

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UN weighs in on CJP demonstration; says 'peaceful protest' should be allowed without any 'fear'

The United Nations acknowledged student demonstrations in New Delhi and stressed peaceful protest rights. India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned following weeks of protests over exam leaks. Youth-led protests began on June 20, demanding education reforms and the minister's resignation. Thousands marched towards parliament, leading to injuries and a police…

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I first visited the ‘cockroach’ protests weeks ago. Here’s how they have changed

The almost overnight groundswell of support for India’s ‘cockroach’ movement was triggered by one particular event – the brutal police crackdown on protesters. Alisha Rahaman Sarkar returns to Jantar Mantar to see how a satirical youth-led movement evolved into a nationwide call for accountability

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Severe Rainfall Alert: IMD warns of heavy to extremely heavy rain across multiple states including Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Maharashtra

India faces intense monsoon activity with severe rainfall alerts issued by the IMD. A low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal strengthens monsoon rains across many states. Authorities warn of urban flooding, landslides, and traffic disruptions due to heavy downpours. Several regions including Delhi, Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Maharashtra are on…

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India’s education minister resigns in victory for Cockroach youth movement protests

Dharmendra Pradhan steps down after demonstrations over exam leak scandal, prompting celebrations among thousands of protesters

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Retail space leasing in Delhi-NCR up 78 pc in Jan-Jun driven by fashion, F&B segments: C&W

Retail leasing in Delhi-NCR surged seventy-eight percent to 1.3 million sq ft. Fashion retailers led this expansion, followed by food and beverage firms. Departmental stores also contributed significantly to the leasing growth. Vacancies in Grade A malls remained tight at six percent. This indicates a strong and expanding organized retail…

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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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130 police personnel, 65 students injured; 15 FIRs registered in connection with CJP's July 20 protest, say Delhi police sources

At least 130 police personnel and around 65 students have been injured during the July 20 students' "Sansad Chalo" protest march from Jantar Mantar towards Parliament, while 15 FIRs have been registered in connection with the demonstrations, Delhi Police sources said.

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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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Delhi sees warmer morning after light rain in the early hours

Delhi woke to a warmer Saturday morning after experiencing light overnight rain. Minimum temperatures saw a slight increase across several city weather stations. Scattered showers are anticipated throughout Saturday and into Sunday. The weather office forecasts maximum temperatures between 33 and 35 degrees Celsius. Delhi's air quality remained in the…

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Piyush Goyal files police complaint over AI deepfake video; FIR registered

Union Minister Piyush Goyal said strict legal action would be taken against everyone involved in creating, circulating or amplifying the alleged fake video. The government also debunked a video circulating on social media that claimed Goyal made threatening remarks about students protesting in Delhi.

The Economic Times

IMD Weather Today, July 25: Gujarat, Delhi-NCR, Rajasthan, Mumbai, Himachal, Uttarakhand, Punjab, MP, Odisha and Northeast brace for heavy rain, thunderstorms as active monsoon intensifies

Weather Today, July 25: The India Meteorological Department forecasts heavy to very heavy rainfall across many Indian states. Gujarat expects the most intense showers, while other regions will experience thunderstorms and strong winds. Active monsoon conditions are driven by a low-pressure system over Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh. Delhi-NCR and Mumbai…

The Guardian - UK

‘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 Economic Times

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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