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CJP exposed; Rahul Gandhi, Kejriwal instigating students: Delhi BJP

Delhi BJP president Harsh Malhotra accused opposition leaders of instigating student protests. He claimed the Cockroach Janta Party's political connections were exposed during the agitation. The government stated it had resolved the NEET paper leak issue promptly. Protesters demanding accountability clashed with police near Parliament on July 20. The agitation…

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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…

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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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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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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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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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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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Woman injured during CJP's Monday protest conscious, taken off ventilator: RML Hospital

A 21-year-old woman injured during police action is now conscious and breathing independently. Doctors at RML Hospital confirmed her steady improvement and normal brain and spine scans. She was injured during a protest organized by the Cockroach Janta Party on July 20. Protesters marched towards Parliament demanding the Education Minister's…

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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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Mumbai sees 2nd day of pro-CJP protests; Raj slams govt, Sena (UBT) to give legal aid to activists

Mumbai witnessed opposition protests for a second day supporting the Cockroach Janta Party. Thousands marched to Parliament demanding Minister Pradhan's resignation over the NEET exam. Police used force to disperse demonstrators, leading to clashes and stone pelting. Raj Thackeray criticized the government's actions, calling it mentally unstable. Shiv Sena (UBT)…

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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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Cockroach Janta Party removes spokesperson Vijeta Dahiya after viral video sparks backlash

The Cockroach Janta Party removed its spokesperson after a viral video surfaced. This video purportedly showed him at a Burger King outlet during a protest. Party workers and protesters were allegedly facing police action at that time. The spokesperson defended his actions, stating he had worked for the movement.

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Cockroach Janta Party Protest: Abhijeet Dipke says no march now as police will hurt youth again

The Cockroach Janta Party halted its protest march after many supporters were injured. Hundreds of protesters and police were claimed to have sustained injuries during clashes in central Delhi. The youth-led movement sought the Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over exam paper leaks. Thousands attempted to reach Parliament despite police…

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CJP Protest in Delhi: What's happening at Jantar Mantar and Parliament area? What Abhijeet Dipke, Sonam Wangchuk, govt and Delhi Police are saying

CJP Protest Jantar Mantar Update: Delhi remains tense after a large protest march to Parliament turned confrontational. Protesters continue a sit-in near Kerala House after the Jantar Mantar site was cleared. Sonam Wangchuk remains hospitalized and continues his hunger strike for youth leaders to meet parliamentarians. The Cockroach Janta Party…

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In pictures: Police use batons and tear gas in clash with India’s ‘cockroach’ party in New Delhi

Youth activists trying to march on Parliament were met with hardline police resistance

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Why Is India's 'Cockroach Janta Party' Marching on Parliament?

Thousands of young protesters in Delhi demand Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, highlighting growing frustration with India's education system.

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Government reaches out to CJP amid raging protest; JP Nadda holds talks with 2-member team, appeals to end stir

Union Health Minister JP Nadda held initial formal discussions with Cockroach Janta Party members. The protesters conveyed their demands, including Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. Talks occurred on a day the CJP called for a march to Parliament. Delhi Police increased security around Jantar Mantar ahead of the planned procession.…

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Protests in several Gujarat cities supporting CJP's 'Sansad Chalo' march, Wangchuk; some detained

Protests occurred in Gujarat cities supporting the Cockroach Janta Party's march. Participants chanted slogans against the government and the Union Education Minister. Thousands gathered in Delhi's Jantar Mantar despite heavy rain and security. The march demands action against education sector irregularities and exam paper leaks. Activist Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike…

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Under shadow of lathis and barricades: The day the Modi govt finally engaged the CJP

Thousands of protesters marching towards Parliament as part of the Cockroach Janta Party’s (CJP) demonstration were met with barricades, tear gas, lathi blows and detentions as a heavy police deployment tried to contain the march.

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Indian Gen Z protesters face teargas and police batons as thousands march towards parliament

Protesters are demanding resignation of education minister over botched exams

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Cops detain AAP councillor as she prepares to leave for Parliament march with supporters

Delhi Police detained AAP councillor Ashu Thakur from her CR Park office on Monday morning, hours after she had circulated a video urging citizens to gather on the spot and join a march to Parliament organised by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP).

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Day 24 of CJP protest: Wangchuk loses 8.2 kg as fast enters 16th day; 'lives at stake', says Dipke

Educator Sonam Wangchuk has lost significant weight during his hunger strike. His health is deteriorating as the protest enters its sixteenth day. The Cockroach Janta Party urges the government to address protesters' demands promptly. Political parties have visited the protest site to express solidarity and support. The CJP continues to…

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CJP announces Parliament march on July 20; asks students, parents to join in

The Cockroach Janta Party will march peacefully to Parliament on July 20. This protest at Jantar Mantar continues for the twentieth day amid heavy rain. Educator Sonam Wangchuk is also joining the Parliament march after his hunger strike. The party demands Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over exam irregularities.…

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Be it NEET or Ayodhya, BJP’s accountability problem is getting harder to hide. Media must keep asking

Accountability and corruption. These two words are now haunting the Modi government. Not just because of the ongoing protests by the Cockroach Janta Party and its followers in New Delhi demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the leak of the NEET examination papers. The bigger story…

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