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Govt tells Rahul Gandhi it is ready for debate in Parliament on NEET, accuses LoP of backtracking

The government stated readiness to discuss NEET exam issues in Parliament. Rahul Gandhi demanded the Union Education Minister's resignation during a protest. Police forcibly removed and detained Gandhi and other Congress leaders. Pawan Khera criticized the government's handling of the protest and students. Congress leaders called for accountability from Prime…

The Economic Times

Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi, Akhilesh Yadav among Opposition leaders briefly detained during protest near PM's residence

Opposition leaders including Rahul Gandhi were detained by Delhi Police on Tuesday. They protested near Prime Minister Narendra Modi's residence demanding accountability. The leaders were later released after their detention at Chhatrasal Stadium. This protest occurred after police action against students protesting examination irregularities. The agitation continues from Jantar Mantar…

The Economic Times

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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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…

The Economic Times

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…

France 24

India Student Protest Video Goes Viral After Police Brutally Beat Demonstrators While PM Modi Stays Silent

Videos from New Delhi showed police using batons and tear gas to disperse demonstrators protesting the NEET-UG paper leak scandal.

International Business Times UK

India’s youth-led Cockroach movement vows to continue protest after police crackdown

Supporters of India’s youth-led Cockroach movement are still camped at their protest site in New Delhi, a day after police used tear gas and batons to disperse thousands of them marching toward Parliament

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Delhi High Court declines urgent hearing of plea on police brutality on CJP protesters

The Delhi High Court declined an urgent hearing for a petition alleging excessive police force. The court stated the matter would be listed for hearing on Wednesday. Thousands joined the Cockroach Janta Party's march demanding the Education Minister's resignation. The party accused police of preventing protesters from reaching Parliament and…

The Economic Times

MP Chandrashekhar Azad demands Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, stages overnight protest in Parliament regarding NEET paper leak

Chandra Shekhar Azad staged an overnight protest on Parliament premises demanding the Education Minister's resignation. He criticized police action against youth protesters and urged dialogue with the government. A delegation met Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda, pressing demands for compensation and activist release. The protest march towards Parliament turned violent,…

The Economic Times

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…

The Economic Times

CJP Protest in Delhi Live: Abhijeet Dipke continues Jantar Mantar protest; check latest updates

CJP protest live updates: The Cockroach Janta Party's protest at Jantar Mantar continues for another day. Protesters demand Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over NEET examination irregularities. Delhi Police registered FIRs after clashes erupted during a march towards Parliament. Activist Sonam Wangchuk remains hospitalized while continuing his hunger strike.

The Economic Times

CJP to continue protest today; Abhijeet Dipke says govt willing to 'spill' students' blood to 'protect' Pradhan

CJP protest in Delhi: Protesters continued their sit-in at Jantar Mantar demanding the Education Minister's resignation. They alleged police brutality during a recent march, with injuries reported. Delhi Police filed FIR regarding violence and vandalism during the protest march. Authorities have heightened security across the national capital due to ongoing…

The Economic Times

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…

The Economic Times

Delhi Police detains 70 CJP protesters, alleges 'violent' & 'unruly' conduct

Delhi Police alleged that CJP protesters turned "unruly, aggressive and violent" during Monday's demonstration in New Delhi, accusing them of attacking police personnel, damaging public property and trying to breach barricades despite repeated warnings. Police said 70 protesters were detained.

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CJP's Jantar Mantar stage dismantled after Parliament march; protesters to stay put

The month-long protest site at Jantar Mantar was dismantled on Monday after police baton-charged protesters attempting to march towards Parliament over alleged examination irregularities and demands for Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.

The Guardian - UK

Who are India’s Cockroach Janta party and why are they staging protests?

Explosion of anger over education system and youth unemployment has led to movement’s rapid rise

The Economic Times

More than 50 police personnel, protesters injured during CJP's 'Chalo Sansad' march, over 100 detained

Over fifty police personnel sustained injuries during clashes with CJP protesters in New Delhi. The injured officers received medical attention after the situation was brought under control by authorities. Security forces employed a baton-charge near Parliament Street as protesters attempted to breach barricades. Thousands of Cockroach Janta Party members marched…

The Economic Times

Shabana Azmi joins CJP protest march, backs peaceful demonstration

Veteran actor Shabana Azmi joined thousands protesting examination irregularities. Protesters marched towards Parliament demanding accountability and minister's resignation. Security personnel used tear gas and baton charges to halt the demonstration. Azmi stated the protest was a constitutional right and non-violent. She and Javed Akhtar urged the Prime Minister to initiate…

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International Business Times UK

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.

The Economic Times

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.…

The Economic Times

CJP march: Protesters defy baton-charge, tear gas; say won't back off until demands met

Students and citizens marched towards Parliament demanding the Education Minister's resignation. Police used barricades, lathicharge, and tear gas to stop the determined protesters. Many participants expressed disappointment with the government's lack of response to their concerns. They vowed to continue their demonstration until their demands were fully met. The protest…

The Independent UK

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

Protesters are demanding resignation of education minister over botched exams

The Economic Times

Samajwadi Party stages protest in Parliament over alleged NEET paper leak, accuse Centre of failing to address students' concerns

Samajwadi Party leaders protested alleged NEET paper leaks during the Monsoon Session. They demanded a discussion and accused the government of ignoring student concerns. Leaders like Dimple Yadav voiced solidarity with protesting students and their demands. The party called for accountability and the resignation of the Union Education Minister.

France 24

Indian police baton-charge 'Cockroach Party' protesters marching to parliament

Armoured riot police charged demonstrators taking part in a banned march on parliament in India's capital New Delhi on Monday linked to growing anger over irregularities in major university examinations. Saurav ‌Das, a spokesperson for the satirical Cockroach Janta Party, said that two members of the movement were on their…

The Economic Times

Congress slams Centre over handling Wangchuk, exam issues; opposes Higher Education Bill

Congress leader K C Venugopal strongly criticized the central government's actions. He expressed solidarity with activist Sonam Wangchuk's ongoing hunger strike. Venugopal alleged widespread irregularities in competitive examinations, impacting students nationwide. He also voiced opposition to the proposed Higher Education Bill.

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