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Cockroach Janta Party's current status: Founder Abhijeet Dipke tries to hold ground as Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka remain in custody

The Cockroach Janta Party's leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka have seen their judicial custody extended. The party protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and the electoral roll revision process. Founder Abhijeet Dipke has called for transparency and the resignation of Kumar, amidst ongoing restrictions on demonstrations. CJP continues…

The Economic Times · Oct 20

This carnival of protest on the streets of Delhi has shaken Narendra Modi like nothing before

The singing, dancing and sheer joy in the face of police brutality at the protests led by the Cockroach Janta party show people no longer fear India’s regime, says poet and writer Meena Kandasamy

The Guardian - UK · Oct 19

"BJP has turned Goa into its piggy bank": Congress leader Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi accused the BJP of electoral malpractice while addressing issues related to corruption and unemployment in Goa. He claimed that government officials were involved in manipulating elections and exploiting land from local farmers. Gandhi expressed concerns over the rising unemployment rates forcing youth to migrate abroad for opportunities. He…

The Economic Times · Oct 18

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People Against SIR calls for Oct 23 marches, demands Parliament impeach CEC Gyanesh Kumar

People Against SIR will conduct nationwide protests on October 23 to seek electoral reforms and restoration of voting rights. The platform accuses Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar of violating constitutional obligations and changing electoral processes without parliamentary approval. Protesters aim to draw attention to the alleged disenfranchisement of 13.41 crore…

The Economic Times · Oct 18

Dhruv Rathee At London Protest: YouTuber joins rally over rolls row

TOI correspondent from London: YouTuber Dhruv Rathee attended a protest outside the Mahatma Gandhi statue in London’s Parliament Square on Saturday over alleged irregularities in the special intensive revision of electoral rolls in India, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

The Times of India · Oct 18

Indian student groups protest against CEC, SIR in London; Govt supporters hold counter-protest

Protests took place in London at Mahatma Gandhi's statue, where crowds gathered to voice their opinions. Opposing groups supported and protested against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Keynote speaker Dhruv Rathee urged for changes in the election commission while opposing foreign interference.…

The Economic Times · Oct 17

'Right to protest has become a crime': Sibal slams govt

Kapil Sibal has raised alarms regarding the Modi government's recent decision to denotify Jantar Mantar as a site for protests. He claims that the right to protest is under siege and challenges the suitability of alternatives like Ramlila Maidan. Sibal remarked that earlier demonstrations were generally peaceful and condemned the…

The Economic Times · Oct 17

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Founder of India’s ‘cockroach’ movement arrested over national flag protest

Abhijeet Dipke’s party says he and other senior figures ‘will go down in history as the first people after 1947 to be jailed for unfurling India’s national flag’

The Independent UK · Oct 17

MK Stalin chairs DMK MPs meeting on SIR, other key issues today

Members of the DMK met at their headquarters while protests continued against the Election Commission's SIR exercise. DMK MP Kanimozhi criticized the Union government, claiming that voters were denied their rights. Demonstrators also demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar concerning alleged electoral manipulation. Opposition parties accused the…

The Economic Times · Oct 17

'Anti-democratic, emergency-style mindset': BJP's CR Kesavan counters P Chidambaram, slams Rahul Gandhi

Bharatiya Janata Party spokesperson CR Kesavan criticized Rahul Gandhi for associating with advocates of regime change. He stated that Gandhi's silence on the issue reflects an anti-democratic mindset. This response came after P Chidambaram defended the use of the term 'regime change' as a legitimate political process. The ongoing agitation…

The Economic Times · Oct 17

India’s Cockroach Janta party leader arrested amid crackdown on protests

Abhijeet Dipke was detained before planned anti-government demonstrations in Delhi

The Guardian - UK · Oct 16

'Jantar Mantar to Jail': CJP protests inspire online video games

From 'Jantar Mantar Chalo', where players can choose between a protester and police personnel to 'Bhaag Neha Bhaag' inspired by AISA president Neha Bora's attempts to reach Jantar Mantar, game creators are turning the political developments into gaming experiences.

The Economic Times · Oct 16

Police can break bones but not 'satyagraha': Rahul Gandhi slams police 'brutalities' against students

The Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha also stressed that "brutality by Home Minister Amit Shah's Delhi Police" will not go unchecked and the Congress will pursue every legal route against the officers responsible.

The Economic Times · Oct 16

Inside CJP: Mehr Pasricha on how the movement works, and its critics

Nearly two weeks after the first call to protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, CJP policy head Mehr Pasricha sits down with Nidhi Suresh to explain how the CJP works, who is on the ground, and why it stayed away from the INDIA bloc protest.

Newslaundry · Oct 16

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The Economic Times · Oct 16

"Oppose, expose, depose": Jairam Ramesh invokes Pranab Mukherjee after Rajnath Singh's "regime change" charge

Jairam Ramesh responded to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, defending the opposition's role in democracy. Singh accused the Congress of inciting political unrest through youth-led protests against the Election Commission. Ramesh referenced former President Pranab Mukherjee's belief that the opposition's duty is to oppose, expose, and depose. The ongoing protests concern…

The Economic Times · Oct 16

Kiran Rao backs Imran Khan after FRRO directs him to leave India

Filmmaker Kiran Rao has expressed her support for actor Imran Khan, who faces legal issues after a recent protest. Khan received a notice from the Foreigners Regional Registration Office for participating in demonstrations against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. After being briefly detained at the protest, Khan stated the need…

The Economic Times · Oct 16

‘Businesses suffer when government shuts down cities, not from peaceful protests’: CJP’s Abhijeet Dipke

Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party, defends the party's peaceful protests across multiple cities. He emphasizes that these demonstrations align with democratic rights and constitutional values. Dipke highlights the hypocrisy of the ruling party, which once organized protests when in opposition. He reiterates the importance of citizens demanding…

France 24 · Oct 16

Indian authorities detain 'cockroach' movement founder Dipke ahead of new protest

Indian authorities on Friday detained Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the satirical youth movement "Cockroach Janta Party", ahead of a new protest in New Delhi, live images from the group showed. Police earlier closed a central New Delhi park in an attempt to stifle near-daily demonstrations calling for the election…

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The Economic Times · Oct 15

Central Park in CP to remain shut on Oct 16-17, NDMC announces ahead of CJP's Delhi protest

Central Park in Connaught Place will be closed for the general public on October 16 and 17. The New Delhi Municipal Council has issued a notice mentioning the closure due to administrative reasons. This decision precedes the CJP's planned 'Lehra do Tiranga' march in the area. Visitors planning to access…

Newslaundry · Oct 15

‘Can’t differentiate between reel makers and independent journalists’, says Modi govt

Responding to a petition filed in the Supreme Court challenging the detention of journalists during recent protests demanding the resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar, the Centre told the Supreme Court on October 15 that it’s getting difficult to distinguish between a “reel maker” and an “independent journalist”, according to the…

The Economic Times · Oct 15

EC announces Special Summary Revision of voters' list in 17 states amid SIR controversy

The Election Commission of India is conducting a Special Summary Revision of electoral rolls in 17 states. This process will occur with January 1, 2027, as the qualifying date for voter eligibility. A petition challenging the Special Intensive Revision alleges irregularities and seeks transparency in the electoral process. Opposition leaders…

The Economic Times · Oct 15

‘Why is Gyanesh Kumar so important to Modi?’: asks CJP’s Abhijeet Dipke; Neha Bora, Kapil Sibal, Prakash Raj question CEC’s protection

Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the Cockroach Janta Party, questions the government's support for Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. He criticizes the extensive security measures taken ahead of the protests against electoral reforms. Student activists and opposition leaders faced detention during the agitation, raising concerns about democratic rights. CJP leaders claim…

The Independent UK · Oct 15

Bollywood actor Imran Khan moves court after being told to leave India over ‘cockroach’ protests

Actor was among more than 400 people detained during weekend demonstrations

The Economic Times · Oct 15

SC issues notice to Rahul Gandhi, Akhilesh Yadav over SIR march

Supreme Court has notified Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav about a legal plea. The plea challenges opposition leaders' march to the court over electoral roll issues. This march took place on October 12 and was halted by police barricades. Following this, leaders gathered inside the…

Newslaundry · Oct 15

Now, Meta restricts reportage on Delhi Police crackdown on protesters; bans posts, accounts, citing IT Rules

After journalists covering the protests in New Delhi were detained and forcibly prevented from doing their work, social media posts documenting the police crackdown are now disappearing from platforms. Several videos accusing the police of using excessive force against protesters demanding the resignation of chief election commissioner Gyanesh Kumar have…

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