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Sonam Wangchuk: The 59-year-old who rallied India's Gen Z against Modi govt

Social activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike following a vigorous youth movement that compelled the government to act. Focused on the widespread issue of exam paper leaks, this movement resonated with millions of students across the country. The pressure exerted led to the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra…

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Dharmendra Pradhan resigns amid NEET paper leak controversy: A look back at his four-decade political journey

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned on Saturday following widespread protests. Youth-led demonstrations escalated due to alleged NEET examination irregularities and paper leaks. His resignation follows weeks of public outrage and student demonstrations nationwide. Pradhan cited the need to protect the country's youth interests and democratic integrity. This marks a…

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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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NEET row: PM Modi must apologise, Dharmendra Pradhan has to be sacked, says Rahul Gandhi

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Saturday demanded the removal of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET paper leak controversy and sought an apology from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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‘Nobody asked us to’: Meet the silent engine of the Jantar Mantar protest

Despite the police action on July 20, protestors returned to Jantar Mantar to continue demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. There is still a crowd of nearly 10,000 to 15,000 people at the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest.

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CJP to launch website to identify cops involved in July 20 crackdown on students, seek legal action

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) announced it will launch a website to collect photos and videos of the July 20 ‘Sansad Chalo’ crackdown to identify police personnel and pursue FIRs and legal action against them. The party also reiterated its demand for Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation during talks with…

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Rajya Sabha washout continues for 5th day; adjourned till Monday amid NEET paper leak row

Rajya Sabha experienced disruptions during the Monsoon Session's first week. Opposition members protested the NEET paper leak issue and demanded the Education Minister's resignation. The House introduced a bill to criminalize insulting the national song Vande Mataram. Proceedings were repeatedly adjourned due to continued uproar and sloganeering. The Upper House…

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LS adjourned till Monday; Govt says not holding debate on NEET will send wrong message

In a striking development, Lok Sabha proceedings faced interruptions for five straight days as Opposition members demanded the resignation of the Education Minister following the NEET paper leak controversy. The government sought a debate on the issues, arguing that avoiding discussions conveys a poor message. Prime Minister Modi pledged to…

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Not holding NEET debate will send wrong message to country: Rijiju in LS

Parliament remained deadlocked over the NEET paper leak issue on Friday as Union Minister Kiren Rijiju urged the Opposition to allow a debate in the Lok Sabha without preconditions, citing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's assurance of a law against paper leaks and fast-track courts. However, the Congress and other opposition…

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A Hunger Strike, Cockroaches & An Education Reckoning: India’s Protests Explained

What started as a meme has turned into India’s biggest youth-led protest movement, with students taking to the streets.

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Sonia Gandhi accuses Modi govt of brutalising students, degrading education

Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi on Friday launched a scathing attack on the Modi government over the nationwide student protests, accusing it of responding to demands for accountability and education reforms with "cowardice and wanton cruelty". In an article published in The Hindu, she alleged the Centre had degraded…

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Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk ends hunger strike after 26 days as ‘cockroach’ protests continue

Wangchuk’s fast became a rallying point for India’s ‘Cockroach’ protests

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Indian activist ends 26-day hunger strike, though student protests continue

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike on Friday after talks with government ministers, but student-led protests over leaked medical entrance exam papers continued, with demonstrators demanding the education minister's resignation and wider reforms.

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Secretary of Education Linda McMahon calls for elementary students to be put on ‘pathway’ to become plumbers

The Trump administration has pushed to prioritize apprenticeships and technical education while at the same time cutting billions in education and research funding

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PM Modi says more strict actions against paper leaks will be announced in Cabinet meet on Friday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced stricter measures against examination paper leaks. The government will establish fast-track courts for swift trials and punishments. These actions aim to protect the future and aspirations of students nationwide. The Prime Minister emphasized that no leniency will be shown to offenders. Such incidents severely damage…

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Centre transfers Higher Education Secy Vineet Joshi amid NEET row; Naresh Pal Gangwar takes over

Higher Education Secretary Vineet Joshi was transferred amid ongoing exam irregularities scrutiny. Naresh Pal Gangwar now leads the Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education. Several other secretary-level appointments were also announced by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet. This reshuffle occurs while the Education Ministry faces public and political…

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'Make it right': educators weigh pay versus passion

A specialist education worker, who gave up doing the job she loves for a day to rally for better pay, has warned she may have to walk away for good.

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They deserve a system they can trust, it's the bare minimum: Kareena Kapoor Khan on students' protest

Kareena Kapoor Khan and other Bollywood actors voiced support for protesting students. These students are demanding educational system reforms and accountability from the government. Protests escalated into violence in Delhi and other cities after exam irregularities. Actors emphasized the importance of fairness and merit in the education system. They urged…

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Salman, Kareena, Alia, Kamal Haasan and many more: Stars rally behind protesting students

Prominent Indian film stars have voiced support for students protesting education system reforms. Salman Khan, Alia Bhatt, and Kareena Kapoor Khan shared their views on social media platforms. Kamal Haasan strongly criticized police actions against the protesting students. Several actors and filmmakers joined solidarity protests in Mumbai and other cities.…

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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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Kiren Rijiju says Opposition 'running away' from NEET debate, offers to let it decide timing

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju stated the government is ready for a debate. He accused the Opposition of evading discussion on the NEET paper leak issue. The government is prepared for a detailed debate in both Houses of Parliament. Opposition parties can decide the date and duration for this discussion.…

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Too little, too late; students can't accept half measures: Congress on PM's 'paper leak fast-track courts' pitch

Congress dismissed Prime Minister Modi's fast-track court announcement as too little. Students demand accountability for the government's paper leak failures and cover-ups. Jairam Ramesh called for the Education Minister's dismissal and an apology to students. He highlighted a lack of transparency in the NEET-UG and UGC-NET exam investigations. The party…

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Look into eyes of youth who bled on streets protesting: Mallikarjun Kharge to PM Modi

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding youth protests. He stated that all doors for the youth have been shut. Kharge demanded the Education Minister's immediate dismissal and an apology. He also alleged the RSS has captured the education system. The prime minister announced fast-track courts for…

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CJP alleges BJP workers tried to disrupt NEET protest, vows agitation will continue

Cockroach Janta Party representatives allege BJP workers are disrupting ongoing student protests. They claim outsiders are sent to incite violence and defame peaceful demonstrators. The party demands Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, calling it non-negotiable. Protesters continue their demonstration, which has entered its thirty-fourth day. Union Health Minister JP Nadda…

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'Do the right thing and end this': calls mount for Berry to resign amid staff corruption fallout

The major report made no adverse findings against the minister.

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