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UN weighs in on CJP demonstration; says 'peaceful protest' should be allowed without any 'fear'

The United Nations acknowledged student demonstrations in New Delhi and stressed peaceful protest rights. India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned following weeks of protests over exam leaks. Youth-led protests began on June 20, demanding education reforms and the minister's resignation. Thousands marched towards parliament, leading to injuries and a police…

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What started India's 'cockroach' protests that forced education minister to quit?

Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned Saturday after protests demanding his departure. Protests erupted after the NEET exam paper was leaked, affecting two million students. The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test is the sole gateway to undergraduate medical courses. This leak occurred alongside the rise of the Cockroach Janta Party satire…

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Why Is It Necessary to Do Char Dham Yatra in Hinduism?

Every year, when the Char Dham temples open for devotees, the roads to the Himalayas fill with people from every part of the country. Some are elderly and have waited years for this moment. Some travel with their parents or children, while others begin the journey alone with nothing but…

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‘Cockroach’ party vows to continue protests after India’s education minister resigns

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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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India's Education Minister Resigns: How Student-Led 'Cockroach' Revolt Costs Modi His Loyal Aide

India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns after student protests over exam paper leaks, marking a significant political victory for the youth movement challenging Modi's government.

International Business Times UK

Fast-track courts fail to keep pace as 2.5 lakh rape, POCSO cases remain pending

India's fast-track courts have over 2.5 lakh cases pending as of December 2025. More than 1.4 lakh new cases were registered during 2025, while only 66,500 were resolved. The scheme, launched in 2019, has consistently seen over 2 lakh cases pending. The government has extended the scheme until September 30…

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I first visited the ‘cockroach’ protests weeks ago. Here’s how they have changed

The almost overnight groundswell of support for India’s ‘cockroach’ movement was triggered by one particular event – the brutal police crackdown on protesters. Alisha Rahaman Sarkar returns to Jantar Mantar to see how a satirical youth-led movement evolved into a nationwide call for accountability

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Zimbabwe vs India Playing XI: India hand T20I debut to Yash Thakur; check full XIs

Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza won the toss and elected to field first. India leads the three-match series one-nil after their previous victory. Yash Thakur makes his T20 International debut for the Indian team. The playing eleven for both teams has been announced for this match. This second T20 International is…

The Economic Times

ONGC starts drilling first deepwater well in Mahanadi basin under Samudra Manthan mission

ONGC began drilling its first deepwater exploratory well in the Mahanadi offshore basin. This ambitious campaign aims to tap India's vast hydrocarbon resources. The government has opened nearly one million square kilometers for exploration. Recent successes strengthen the outlook for offshore exploration efforts.

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Severe Rainfall Alert: IMD warns of heavy to extremely heavy rain across multiple states including Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Maharashtra

India faces intense monsoon activity with severe rainfall alerts issued by the IMD. A low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal strengthens monsoon rains across many states. Authorities warn of urban flooding, landslides, and traffic disruptions due to heavy downpours. Several regions including Delhi, Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Maharashtra are on…

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Bengaluru to host 3-day India Nano-2026 event from 3rd August

Bengaluru will host the 14th Bengaluru India Nano conference from August 3 to 5. The event's theme focuses on nanotechnology and artificial intelligence convergence for commercialization. It will bring together researchers, innovators, startups, academia, and industry leaders. The conference includes tutorials, plenary talks, an exhibition, and startup pitching sessions. Organizers…

The Economic Times

India’s education minister resigns in victory for Cockroach youth movement protests

Dharmendra Pradhan steps down after demonstrations over exam leak scandal, prompting celebrations among thousands of protesters

The Guardian - UK

Retail space leasing in Delhi-NCR up 78 pc in Jan-Jun driven by fashion, F&B segments: C&W

Retail leasing in Delhi-NCR surged seventy-eight percent to 1.3 million sq ft. Fashion retailers led this expansion, followed by food and beverage firms. Departmental stores also contributed significantly to the leasing growth. Vacancies in Grade A malls remained tight at six percent. This indicates a strong and expanding organized retail…

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Indian education minister resigns after mass protests over exam paper leaks

India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said on Saturday he had resigned from his post following mass protests calling for his dismissal. Public trust in India's university testing system has been undermined by a series of exam irregularities, including the leaking of a medical entrance question paper that forced more than…

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India’s education minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns after weeks of Gen Z-led ‘cockroach’ protests

Minister announces his ‌resignation on Saturday, handing major victory to protesters nationwide asking for accountability over examination paper leak

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India's education minister resigns after weeks of protests against him

India’s education minister has resigned after weeks of protests over alleged exam leaks and irregularities in the education system

The Economic Times

SBI recruits 1,930 Circle Based Officers to strengthen banking operations

State Bank of India has recruited 1,930 Circle Based Officers nationwide. These new officers will strengthen customer service and banking operations across all branches. They will support customer engagement and deliver personalised banking services to over 53 crore customers. The bank continues to invest in talent development for an agile…

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RBI, govt measures could turn India's balance of payments surplus, ease pressure on rupee: HDFC

Recent policy measures may shift India's balance of payments to a surplus. These actions aim to attract significant capital inflows and strengthen the external position. The Reserve Bank of India's initiatives are expected to boost foreign currency deposits. Government securities are becoming more accessible for foreign investors. These developments could…

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Dharmendra Pradhan resigns as education minister amid CJP protests. Here's what he said in his letter

Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation: Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned from the Union Cabinet amid protests over the NEET-UG controversy, saying his decision was aimed at protecting students’ futures and preventing the situation from being exploited. In his resignation letter, Pradhan said he had remained committed to education reforms and took responsibility…

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Bengaluru INDIA NANO 2026 to spotlight AI-nanotech convergence, commercialisation

A curtain-raiser for the event was held at Vidhana Soudha on Saturday in the presence of Karnataka minister for Home, Electronics, IT & BT and e-Governance, Priyank Kharge, senior government officials and members of the organising committee. Kharge said Karnataka's strength in scientific research, backed by industry collaboration and supportive…

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India vs Zimbabwe T20I Live Streaming: When and where to watch IND vs ZIM match free in India?

India vs Zimbabwe 2nd T20I Live Streaming: India secured a seven-wicket victory against Zimbabwe in their opening T20I match. This win marked Shreyas Iyer's first success as the team's captain. The Indian squad will now aim to clinch the series in the upcoming second match. Fans can watch the live…

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Monsoon floods kill at least 41 in India's Assam state

Heavy monsoon floods submerge homes and roads in Assam, India, as rescue efforts continue after at least 41 people were killed.

The Economic Times

GCCs may account for nearly half of India's office leasing in 2026: Report

India's office market has remained resilient, with GCCs strengthening their role in leasing activity. During the first half of 2026, GCCs leased 16.6 million square feet of Grade A office space, accounting for 46% of total office leasing across the top seven cities, the report said.

The Economic Times

Iran's swift rescue of Indian, other crew after vessel attack highlights commitment to seafarers' safety: Amb Fathali

Iran's Ambassador to India Mohammad Fathali on Friday said that Tehran's swift response in rescuing all crew members, including 28 Indian nationals, after a Mozambican-flagged LPG tanker was attacked near Iranian territorial waters reflected the Islamic Republic's commitment to protecting the lives and safety of seafarers irrespective of their nationality.

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