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Aamir Khan: '3 Idiots' not based on Sonam Wangchuk

Aamir Khan stated his "3 Idiots" character is not based on Sonam Wangchuk. He called the connection a misconception and expressed concern for Wangchuk's health. Wangchuk is currently on an indefinite hunger strike protesting India's education system. His health has deteriorated, losing over nine kilograms since starting the fast. Several…

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‘I’m sorry but I’m unable to speak’: hero of India’s Cockroach party weakens on 19th day of hunger strike

The climate activist and engineer Sonam Wangchuk, who has become the figurehead of anti-government protests in Delhi, is resisting calls to end his fast until the education minister resigns

The Guardian - UK

'Life of any citizen is precious': Delhi HC orders daily health monitoring of Sonam Wangchuk

The Delhi High Court ordered daily health check-ups for activist Sonam Wangchuk. Authorities must provide medical intervention as needed for the fasting activist. The court emphasized the preciousness of every citizen's life. Wangchuk has been on an indefinite fast at Jantar Mantar for days. This action follows concerns over his…

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Why Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk is on hunger strike and what happens next

Renowned climate activist joined student-led protest over alleged examination irregularities, but his worsening health has become a growing concern

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Sudhir Chaudhary’s heart bleeds for Sonam Wangchuk but no one is buying it

For 17 days, Sonam Wangchuk has been sitting on an indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar, demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation over the NEET-UG paper leak and a string of other failures. His weight has dropped by roughly 8.5 kg, and his blood pressure and blood sugar levels…

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Dear Cockroaches, please make Sonam Wangchuk’s sacrifice count

Sonam Wangchuk has now lost 8.2 kilograms. His blood glucose has dropped to 67 mg/dL. He has been on a hunger strike at Jantar Mantar since June 28, and the protest around him is in its fourth week. When people begged him to stop, he had a one-line answer: “Don't…

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Delhi HC lists plea on Wangchuk's deteriorating health for Thursday

The Delhi High Court is set to hear a public interest litigation on Thursday focused on the urgent health concerns of activist Sonam Wangchuk. Currently engaged in an indefinite fast at Jantar Mantar, Wangchuk is protesting for the education minister’s resignation related to NEET irregularities. The court has mandated that…

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Jantar Mantar protest: Shashi Tharoor appeals to Sonam Wangchuk to end fast, urges govt to initiate dialogue

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor urged activist Sonam Wangchuk to end his fast. He asked the government to engage in dialogue with protestors. Tharoor stated that Parliament offers a forum to address student issues. He emphasized that fair exams are crucial for middle-class families. The activist's health is deteriorating during his…

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AAP chief Kejriwal urges Wangchuk to end hunger strike; will meet him on July 16

Arvind Kejriwal has pledged AAP's support for the ongoing Cockroach Janta Party protest. He urged climate activist Sonam Wangchuk to end his indefinite hunger strike. Kejriwal will visit Jantar Mantar on Thursday to show solidarity with the demonstrators. The party demands Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's immediate resignation. AAP also…

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Uddhav Thackeray backs CJP and Sonam Wangchuk's protest, urges activist to end fast

Uddhav Thackeray supports the Cockroach Janta Party's protest regarding exam irregularities. He urged Rahul Gandhi to also back the ongoing agitation at Jantar Mantar. Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk is on an indefinite hunger strike, which has impacted his health. The Shiv Sena (UBT) will stage a protest in Maharashtra to…

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CJP protest day 21: Sonam Wangchuk says hunger has 'stabilised', warns against any attempt to remove him

Educator Sonam Wangchuk enters his thirteenth day of an indefinite hunger strike. He feels his hunger has stabilized while supporting the CJP's protest. Wangchuk asserts his constitutional right to protest peacefully at Jantar Mantar. He seeks accountability for examination irregularities and Ladakh's issues. The CJP plans a march to Parliament…

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CJP announces Parliament march on July 20; asks students, parents to join in

The Cockroach Janta Party will march peacefully to Parliament on July 20. This protest at Jantar Mantar continues for the twentieth day amid heavy rain. Educator Sonam Wangchuk is also joining the Parliament march after his hunger strike. The party demands Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over exam irregularities.…

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Cockroach Janta Party: 15 days later, bigger protest or bigger hype?

The Cockroach Janta Party protest at Jantar Mantar has entered its second week. Sonam Wangchuk remains on an indefinite hunger strike, while several students fasting alongside him have reportedly fallen ill after days without food.

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CJP protest day 17: Wangchuk's fast enters 9th day, Dipke claims police filming women volunteers

Protests demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over examination irregularities continue at Jantar Mantar. Activist Sonam Wangchuk is on his ninth day of hunger strike, having lost significant weight. The Cockroach Janta Party alleges government surveillance of women volunteers. Students' groups are also protesting paper leaks, with some participants hospitalised…

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Day 16 of CJP protest: Activist Sonam Wangchuk loses 6 kg as fast enters 8th day

Protests demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over examination irregularities continue at Jantar Mantar. Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk is on an indefinite hunger strike, having lost six kg. The Cockroach Janta Party highlights the plight of students and families affected by alleged paper leaks, with the NEET re-test also under…

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SKM delegation to join Cockroach Janta Party protest at Jantar Mantar on Sunday

The Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM), a prominent farmers' group, has pledged support to the ongoing protest at Jantar Mantar against alleged exam irregularities. A delegation will join the sit-in on Sunday, expressing solidarity with students and demanding accountability from the government. The SKM highlighted the importance of fair education systems…

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'Pradhan's birthday cake can't be baked with children's blood': Mahua Moitra backs CJP stir

TMC MP Mahua Moitra joined activist Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike at Jantar Mantar, demanding accountability from Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged education system irregularities. Moitra criticized the government's disconnect from public issues, stating, "His birthday cake can't be baked with the blood of our children." Protesters, including CJP…

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Why a 'Body of Education' Appeared at Jantar Mantar

Thousands walk through Jantar Mantar every year carrying banners and slogans. But on 2 July 2026, one protest looked unlike anything people had seen before. Instead of placards alone, activists carried what they described as the "body of education" a mock corpse meant to symbolize what they believe is the…

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Keep me away from all this, I'm an artist: Singer Diljit Dosanjh on CJP protests at Jantar Mantar

Diljit Dosanjh has clarified his stance on the Cockroach Janata Party's (CJP) protest at Jantar Mantar, stating he is an artist and not a politician. Dosanjh, who previously supported the farmers' protest, distanced himself from the current demonstrations concerning exam irregularities and the NEET paper leak, emphasizing his role in…

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CJP protest day 11: Dipke claims police blocking entry; Wangchuk's health deteriorates on fast

The Cockroach Janata Party's protest at Jantar Mantar enters its eleventh day amidst allegations of heavy police restrictions on supporters. Activist Sonam Wangchuk's health is deteriorating on his hunger strike, with his blood sugar dropping significantly. The CJP founder also raised concerns about exam paper leaks, questioning the government's competence.…

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Compelled to fast again, may even die but won't step back: Sonam Wangchuk on Ladakh protest

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has begun an indefinite fast at Jantar Mantar, citing unfulfilled promises and stalled dialogue with the Centre regarding Ladakh's constitutional safeguards. He expressed sadness at having to protest again, emphasizing his commitment to dialogue despite the risk. Wangchuk hopes his hunger strike will revive meaningful engagement…

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Sonam Wangchuk joins CJP protest, begins indefinite fast over exam irregularities

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk began an indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar, joining a protest demanding the Education Minister's resignation over exam irregularities. The movement, led by Abhijeet Dipke, aims to address broader accountability issues, including electoral reforms. Students and farmer leaders are participating, with Wangchuk emphasizing the need for…

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Footfall, food, logistics: Tracking it all in a day at Cockroach Janta Party’s protest

Who is funding the Cockroach Janata Party protest at Jantar Mantar? How many people are actually showing up? And is the movement really dominated by one political ideology?

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Lucknow to Jantar Mantar: India’s youth are screaming, but who is listening?

Fifteen young people were suffocated to death. They were professionals. They were employed by a gaming studio. They worked in a room with no ventilation. In a building with only one exit, without even the minimum fire safety protocol.

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Is the Cockroach Janata Party threatening the system, or just letting off steam?

While addressing the crowd gathered at the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) protest at Jantar Mantar on Saturday, founder Abhijeet Dipke invoked the famous Spiderman quote: “With great power comes great responsibility.” It is worth holding him to that standard, and asking what CJP has done right, and what it has…

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