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Cockroach Janta Party unveils national team, Abhijeet Dipke named convener, check full list

The Cockroach Janta Party has announced its new national leadership team. Abhijeet Dipke will serve as the National Convener for the youth-led organization. The party plans a nationwide membership drive and outreach campaign. They aim to build grassroots mobilization and accountability structures. Sonam Wangchuk will continue to mentor the organization's…

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Cockroach Janta Party announces nationwide membership drive, ‘Kya Bolti Public’ campaign to expand grassroots outreach

The Cockroach Janta Party is initiating a nationwide membership drive through its website. This movement aims to address issues like unemployment and institutional trust. The organization will operate as a public pressure group for accountability and reforms. It is also providing legal and medical aid to student protesters. The CJP…

The Economic Times

CJP's Ashutosh Ranka says will unveil 'big announcement' today

The Cockroach Janta Party will announce its future strategy on Thursday. This announcement follows a two-day strategy meeting in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. The group will function as a pressure group for institutional accountability and neutrality. Discussions also covered unemployment and strengthening state presence nationwide. The movement's mentor, Sonam Wangchuk, will continue…

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CJP's Ashutosh Ranka backs Barmer students' protest over teacher shortage

Students and parents protested a severe teacher shortage at a government school. They demanded their rights and expressed determination to improve the situation. Officials met with protestors after the demonstration to discuss the issues. Assurances were given that three teachers would be deployed immediately. Subject-specific teachers will also be appointed…

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How India's Gen Z Forced an Education Minister to Resign

India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned on Saturday following weeks of student-led protests over alleged irregularities in the country's national medical entrance examination.

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India’s ‘cockroach’ protesters threaten to hit the streets again over mass arrests

Over 100 people have been arrested across India in days following nationwide protests against country’s education minister

The Independent UK

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

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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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Meeting of CJP, Union ministers underway after Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation

A meeting occurred between the government and the Cockroach Janta Party. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned from the Union cabinet following protests. The CJP's main demand for his resignation has now been met. The government will address other CJP demands, including compensation and withdrawal of FIRs.

The Economic Times

Dharmendra Pradhan resigns under pressure from student protests

Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan submitted his resignation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday, a day after the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)-led protests at Jantar Mantar demanded he be sacked over the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak.

Newslaundry

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.

Bangkok Post

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.

The Economic Times

CJP claims UP Police raided home of Mohd Junaid, who was serving food and water at Jantar Mantar, detained his family members

The Cockroach Janata Party claimed Uttar Pradesh police harassed their volunteer, Mohd Junaid. They alleged Junaid's family members were detained and their documents seized by police. Meerut Police have denied any involvement in detaining Junaid's relatives. The CJP is scheduled for a third round of talks with the government.

The Economic Times

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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Indian Cockroach activist ends hunger strike after 26 days as protests spread

Sonam Wangchuk secures ‘hard bargain’ with Delhi but talks between government and movement leaders stall

The Independent UK

Parents, labourers and even Modi voters: Support for India’s ‘cockroach’ protest keeps growing

ON THE GROUND: As thousands of protesters gather night after night demanding accountability for exam paper leaks, Namita Singh is in Delhi finding out what’s motivating people from all walks of life to take to the streets

The Economic Times

Dharmendra Pradhan resignation demand: CJP says govt seeks time till Saturday afternoon

The Centre requested time until Saturday afternoon to respond to resignation demands. Leaders of the Cockroach Janata Party met with government officials on Friday. They discussed compensation for families and withdrawal of cases against students. The government expressed in-principle approval for these two key demands. The agitation will continue until…

The Economic Times

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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Meta’s automated system mistakenly banned CJP spokesperson Saurav Das’ account: Sources

Meta has restored the account of Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) spokesperson Saurav Das after it was mistakenly blocked by the company's automated moderation systems, ET has learnt. Sources said the suspension was an error triggered by automation, and the account was reinstated after the issue was identified on Wednesday.

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CJP Protest in Delhi LIVE: Nadda meet declined, 16 metro stations shut as party warns of larger agitation

NEET Protest Live: Cockroach Janta Party protests escalated in Delhi on Wednesday. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation shut sixteen metro stations due to security concerns. The Supreme Court declined an urgent plea challenging police action against student protestors. Numerous FIRs were filed by Delhi Police following Monday's Sansad Chalo march.…

The Economic Times

CJP protests: SC declines urgent plea challenging police action; CJI says 'don't have time to watch videos'

The Supreme Court declined an urgent plea regarding police action during a protest. The court refused to examine video footage at the mentioning stage. The petitioner's counsel sought an early listing of the case for students. Chief Justice Surya Kant stated the court was not interested in watching videos. The…

The Economic Times

July 20 protest march was 'just a trailer': CJP warns of bigger agitation, says ready to face UAPA, NSA

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) national spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka said the party's protest would intensify if the Centre did not accept its demands. Speaking to ANI, he claimed the July 20 march was "just a trailer", reiterated the demand that no FIRs be lodged against protesters, and said the leadership was…

Bangkok Post

India opposition leader Gandhi detained after calling for PM resignation

NEW DELHI - Indian police on Tuesday detained opposition leader Rahul Gandhi during youth-led protests in New Delhi calling for education reforms, after he called for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's resignation.

The Economic Times

Govt wasted our time: Dipke on talks between Nadda, CJP team

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke questioned government talks amid a police crackdown. He alleged the government wasted protesters' time and used force against students. Union Health Minister JP Nadda met with two CJP representatives on Monday. Activist Sonam Wangchuk continues his hunger strike after witnessing police brutality. Protesters vow…

France 24

India's opposition leader calls for Modi to step down as youth-led 'Cockroach' protests press on

Rahul Gandhi, India's opposition leader, called for Prime Minister Narendra Modi to resign on Tuesday "for destroying the future" of the country's youth. The youth-led Cockroach movement continued their protests in New Delhi, refusing to leave their sit-in site a day after police used tear has and batons to disperse…

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