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CJP delegation to meet government ministers on Friday amid protests over NEET paper leak

A Cockroach Janta Party delegation will meet Union ministers on Friday. This meeting follows recent clashes between CJP supporters and Delhi Police. The CJP has called for a nationwide protest against alleged police brutality. They are demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The party previously met Union…

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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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Gen Z gets into pest control: NEET protests cut across identity lines, and bypass mainstream media’s ‘manufactured consent’

A spontaneous protest movement dubbed the “Cockroach Janta Party” emerged from an offhand remark by CJI Surya Kant, showing how a single word can spark widespread dissent. Driven largely by Gen Z, the movement uses humour, satire and non-ideological unity to protest issues like NEET exam irregularities, education reform, unemployment…

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NEET paper leak: Bihar students clash with security forces; police use bullets, batons

Protests over the NEET paper leak erupted across Bihar on Thursday. Many students and at least fourteen police personnel sustained injuries during the demonstrations. Agitators hurled stones and vandalized government and railway properties in several districts. Police responded with baton charges and aerial firing to disperse the unruly crowds. Authorities…

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Salman Khan appeals to students to return home, says those behind leak will face action

Superstar Salman Khan urged NEET protestors to return home and trust government action. He emphasized student safety and education as top priorities for the nation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced fast-track courts for swift punishment in paper leak cases. Khan also appealed to activist Sonam Wangchuk to end his hunger…

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From Marina to Madurai: Anti-NEET protests grip Tamil Nadu as filmmakers join stir

Anti-NEET protests escalated across Tamil Nadu on Thursday, with coordinated demonstrations in Chennai, Madurai and Erode, echoing similar unrest in Delhi over alleged question paper leaks and administrative lapses in the exam.

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Secret journeys, makeshift tents: Students keep Jantar Mantar protest alive

Seventeen-year-old Yash Kumar and sixteen-year-old Meena joined the protest secretly. They concealed their participation from families, believing the cause is worth the risk. Students are fighting for the future of the country's education system. The protest began with a hunger strike and gained wider support. Demonstrators faced confrontations with police…

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CJP Nationwide Protest Tomorrow, July 24: Are schools and colleges closed? Check latest updates

CJP nationwide protest: Schools and colleges are expected to remain open on Friday, July 24, as no state government has announced a holiday for educational institutions. The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has called for nationwide protests over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak, with demonstrations planned in solidarity with those allegedly…

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CJP protest: 'Passports will be cancelled for people involved directly in riots,' says Delhi Police source

Delhi Police may cancel passports for those involved in recent Cockroach Janta Party protests. Clashes occurred near Parliament Street and Jantar Mantar during demonstrations over NEET exam issues. Protesters demanded the Education Minister's resignation and compensation for deceased aspirants. Police reported injuries to personnel and damage to government vehicles during…

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School Holiday Tomorrow, July 24: Check where schools are closed amid heavy rain & protests, and which districts are on IMD alert

Student organisations have called a bandh on Friday, July 24, over the alleged NEET paper leak, which may disrupt schools and colleges in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Kerala. Meanwhile, the IMD has forecast heavy rain in several states. However, no state government has announced a statewide school holiday for July…

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CJP exposed; Rahul Gandhi, Kejriwal instigating students: Delhi BJP

Delhi BJP president Harsh Malhotra accused opposition leaders of instigating student protests. He claimed the Cockroach Janta Party's political connections were exposed during the agitation. The government stated it had resolved the NEET paper leak issue promptly. Protesters demanding accountability clashed with police near Parliament on July 20. The agitation…

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'Don't fall into trap of vested interests', BJP's Rajeev Chandrasekhar tells NEET protesters

Rajeev Chandrasekhar urged students protesting the NEET paper leak to debate the issue in Parliament. He advised students against falling into vested interests' traps or resorting to violence. Chandrasekhar stated that the alleged paper leak was a crime requiring thorough investigation and accountability. He highlighted the government's actions, including a…

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Parliament adjourned for the day amidst uproar over NEET paper leak, CJP protests

Parliamentary proceedings faced disruptions for the fourth consecutive day due to protests. Opposition members demanded the Union Education Minister's resignation over the NEET-UG exam leak. The government expressed readiness for a debate, blaming opposition for the stalemate. Protests continued inside and outside Parliament, adding to the political pressure. Both Lok…

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CJP Jantar Mantar protest: Govt acted on NEET leak, PM's fast-track courts will ensure swift justice, says Sitharaman

CJP Delhi protests: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman defended the government's swift response to the NEET paper leak. She stated that arrests were made promptly, and fast-track courts will ensure speedy justice. The minister acknowledged the sensitivity of examination paper leaks affecting students' careers. She emphasized that action was taken before…

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Education system should inspire confidence: Abhinav Bindra amid CJP's NEET protests

Olympic champion Abhinav Bindra urged an education system that inspires confidence and rewards merit. Grandmaster Nihal Sarin expressed pain over student pressure and demanded accountability. Protests against NEET exam irregularities have intensified across the nation. Environmental activist Sonam Wangchuk is supporting the movement through a fast. Students attempting to march…

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NDA ready to discuss NEET paper leak in Parliament, Congress running away from debate: BJP

The BJP and Congress exchanged accusations regarding the NEET paper leak issue. BJP leaders stated the government is ready for parliamentary debate on student concerns. Opposition leaders accused the Prime Minister of harming the education system. Both parties staged counter-protests within the Parliament complex. The government announced fast-track courts for…

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Uddhav-Raj announce morcha in Mumbai on July 26 to convey 'angst' of students, their parents

Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray announced a protest march for July twenty-sixth. This morcha will convey student and parent angst over alleged police actions. The protest aims to address the NEET paper leak and police brutality concerns. Leaders from Maharashtra Congress will also participate in the planned demonstration. No political…

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Govt's resolve is to ensure bright future for country's youth: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah highlighted the government's commitment to youth welfare and their future. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced fast-track courts to expedite paper leak case hearings. This decisive action aims to punish those who jeopardize students' futures severely. The government prioritizes the welfare and future of the nation's…

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CBI says no evidence linked Sanjeev Mukhiya to 2024 NEET paper leak, calls fresh claims 'factually incorrect'

The CBI stated its NEET-UG 2024 paper leak investigation found no evidence against Sanjeev Mukhiya. The agency clarified that the narrative regarding his omission from the chargesheet is factually incorrect. Bihar Police initially named Mukhiya due to suspicion from other paper leak cases. However, the CBI's detailed probe identified all…

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From placards to punchlines: How Gen Z turned the CJP protest into a social media movement

Protests at Jantar Mantar quickly moved online with Gen Z's unique humor. Participants mixed political messages with viral internet trends and memes. Social media platforms became extensions of the demonstration for participants. Short videos satirized police action and environmental concerns during the march. Protesters used humor and creativity to voice…

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NTA runs 270+ exams with just 24 permanent staff, relies on 197 contractual and outsourced personnel

The National Testing Agency operates with only twenty-four permanent officials. It relies heavily on one hundred ninety-seven contractual and outsourced personnel. This agency has conducted over two hundred seventy competitive examinations since 2018. More than sixty-six million candidate registrations have been processed by the NTA. The government has created sixteen…

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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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Delhi High Court to hear PIL seeking NIA probe into July 20 'Sansad Chalo' protest tomorrow

The Delhi High Court will hear a PIL seeking an NIA probe into the July 20 protest. This plea requests the transfer of all Delhi Police FIRs to a specialized agency. The petition alleges violence, stone-pelting, and damage to public and private property. It also raises concerns about foreign funding…

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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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'Come debate NEET in Parliament': BJP Chief Nitin Nabin issues open challenge to Rahul Gandhi, Opposition

The Bharatiya Janata Party has challenged the opposition to debate student issues in Parliament. BJP leaders allege that opposition parties are avoiding discussions to hide their duplicity. The government is committed to addressing youth concerns and ensuring strict punishment for paper leak culprits. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has assured swift…

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