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CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke seeks Amit Shah's resignation, alleges home minister ordered July 20 crackdown

Abhijeet Dipke alleged Union Home Minister Amit Shah ordered police action against students. He demanded Shah's resignation over the crackdown during a recent protest. Dipke also criticized the appointment of Pralhad Joshi as the new education minister. He defended the Jantar Mantar agitation as a constitutional fight for rights. The…

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‘They played noughts and crosses on the PM’s huge forehead!’ An Indian standup picks his favourite gen Z protest memes

They turned the news into a Funny or Die video. They cooked up a romcom between PM Modi and Giorgia Meloni. And they fought the police with Lana del Rey memes. Our writer observes the Cockroach party’s bold new strategy

The Guardian - UK

BJP leaders step up Instagram activity after PM's call for digital outreach

The BJP is intensifying its digital outreach on Instagram to connect with young people. Prime Minister Narendra Modi leads this coordinated push following the NEET-UG paper leak controversy. Several Union ministers and party leaders have joined this heightened activity on the platform. The party's focus follows student protests which highlighted…

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Why India’s ‘cockroach’ protests had such impact – and what could happen next

For a decade, Narendra Modi has governed as a strong and decisive figure who admits few ‌mistakes, and his government had long resisted sacking ministers under pressure. The first test of the youth protest victory could be in elections next year in three key states, writes Namita Singh

The Independent UK

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…

The Economic Times

Accept responsibility with humility: Pralhad Joshi on appointment as education minister

Pralhad Joshi accepted the new Education Minister role with humility. He takes over from Dharmendra Pradhan who resigned Saturday. Pradhan stepped down following student protests over the NEET paper leak. Joshi will manage the Education Ministry alongside his Consumer Affairs duties. He pledged to perform to his best capacity under…

The Economic Times

Meet India's new education minister Pralhad Joshi: Who is he, which Cabinet ministries does he hold, and what are his educational qualifications?

New Education Minister Pralhad Joshi: Union Minister Pralhad Joshi has been given the additional charge of the Ministry of Education following the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan. Pradhan stepped down after weeks of nationwide protests over alleged examination irregularities and the NEET paper leak controversy. The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) subsequently…

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Pralhad Joshi gets Education Ministry after Pradhan quits amid 36-day protest

Pralhad Joshi received additional charge of the Education Ministry on Saturday. This change followed Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation after a protest. The President accepted Pradhan's resignation on Prime Minister Modi's advice. Joshi already holds portfolios for Consumer Affairs and New Energy. Pradhan cited preventing exploitation by anti-national forces for his decision.

The Economic Times

BRICS MoU on standardisation would create framework for collaboration: Pralhad Joshi

Bengaluru hosted the fifth BRICS National Standardisation Bodies meeting today. A significant Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation in standardisation was signed. This agreement establishes a formal framework for collaboration among member nations. Discussions also covered standards for artificial intelligence and trade facilitation. BRICS countries will now jointly shape international standards…

The Economic Times

Govt to upgrade rice quality for public distribution

In a significant move to enhance food security, the government has decided to improve the quality of rice distributed to over 80 crore citizens via ration shops. The percentage of broken rice in supplies has been substantially reduced for both raw and par-boiled varieties. This historic upgrade, the first in…

The Economic Times

Food Minister Pralhad Joshi launches smart warehousing system of CWC

Union Food Minister Pralhad Joshi launched the Central Warehousing Corporations' (CWC) smart warehousing system, utilizing AI and modern technologies across 216 grain warehouses. This initiative aims to enhance inventory monitoring, real-time operations, and ensure food security by curbing diversion and improving storage practices. The system will soon be implemented in…

The Economic Times

Centre may issue nearly 3 crore more ration cards after states delete ineligible entries: Union Food Minister Pralhad Joshi

Union Food Minister Pralhad Joshi announced that approximately 3 crore new ration cards can be issued. This follows state governments removing 2.21 crore ineligible beneficiaries from PDS lists. The Centre identified 8.51 crore ineligible individuals, and states have acted on a significant portion. Digitisation of the Public Distribution System has…

The Economic Times

India launches first wind turbine supply chain management portal to boost domestic manufacturing, exports

Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi on Monday launched India's first dedicated Wind Turbine Supply Chain Management (WT-MARUT) Portal, aimed at strengthening the country's domestic wind manufacturing ecosystem and accelerating its clean energy ambitions.

The Economic Times

India aims to reach 155 GW of installed wind energy capacity by 2035: Union minister Joshi

India is targeting 100 gigawatts of wind energy by 2030 and 155 gigawatts by 2035. A new digital portal, WT-MARUT, has been launched to strengthen the wind turbine supply chain. This initiative will boost domestic manufacturing and enhance India's global competitiveness. The country is already a major player, with significant…

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India crosses 41 lakh household-mark under rooftop solar scheme, to touch 75 lakh in Dec: Joshi

India is set to reach 75 lakh rooftop solar households by December under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, a significant jump from the current 41 lakh. The scheme, launched in February 2024, aims to install rooftop solar on one crore households, providing free electricity and financial assistance.

The Independent UK

Indian government calls on people to use electricity before 5pm amid energy crisis

South Asian nation depends on imports for bulk of its oil and gas needs

International Business Times

India Celebrates Clean Energy Milestone But Coal Still King

Non-fossil fuels now account for half of India's installed energy capacity -- years ahead of schedule -- but the third-largest greenhouse gas polluter remains deeply reliant on coal for electricity generation.

The Independent UK

Indian government sends notices to online retailers for selling Pakistan flags days after military standoff

Traders’ body say sale poses ‘potential threat to our internal harmony and security’

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Cabinet approves budget 2025

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday ascended the Budget for the year 2025 ahead of its presentation in the Parliament. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Why your groceries cost 9% more this July

A rise in prices of potato, onion and tomato led to a 9 percent increase in grocery bills for a family of four compared to the previous month, according to our analysis of government price data. Prices of meat and dairy products like curd and paneer were not included in…

The Hindu

Joshi demands CBI probe into two Hubballi murder cases

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi calls for CBI investigation into murders due to State government's irresponsibility, demanding justice.

The Hindu

Prajwal Revanna sexual assault case: Siddaramaiah rules out handing over probe to CBI despite BJP demand

Karnataka CM rejects BJP's demand for CBI probe in sexual assault case, defends SIT investigation, accuses BJP of misleading statements.

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Amid Lingayat ire, BJP invokes Neha murder case, ‘love jihad’ in Karnataka’s Dharwad

On April 18, Neha Hiremath, 23, was stabbed to death at her college in Hubballi by her former classmate, Fayaz Khandunayak. About two weeks later, the murder case has purportedly become the poll plank of Dharwad BJP MP Pralhad Joshi, who is facing pushback due to anti-incumbency and resentment among…

The Hindu

Seers protest against denial of permission for meeting

Rambhapuri Kalyanamantapa at Vidyangar in Hubballi witnessed high drama on Saturday after officials from Election Commission and police stopped a meeting of religious heads from various mutts headed by Fakira Dingaleshwar Swami resulting in many seers taking out a protest march condemning the action.

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