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130 police personnel, 65 students injured; 15 FIRs registered in connection with CJP's July 20 protest, say Delhi police sources

At least 130 police personnel and around 65 students have been injured during the July 20 students' "Sansad Chalo" protest march from Jantar Mantar towards Parliament, while 15 FIRs have been registered in connection with the demonstrations, Delhi Police sources said.

The Economic Times

CJP claims UP Police raided home of Mohd Junaid, who was serving food and water at Jantar Mantar, detained his family members

The Cockroach Janata Party claimed Uttar Pradesh police harassed their volunteer, Mohd Junaid. They alleged Junaid's family members were detained and their documents seized by police. Meerut Police have denied any involvement in detaining Junaid's relatives. The CJP is scheduled for a third round of talks with the government.

The Economic Times

CJP Protest Live: Dharmendra Pradhan resigns amid call for nationwide candle march

CJP Protest Jantar Mantar: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned amid ongoing Cockroach Janta Party protests. The government agreed in principle to compensation and withdrawal of FIRs against protesters. Talks are continuing regarding the demand for Pradhan's resignation. Security has been intensified across Delhi, and metro stations remain shut. The…

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Indian Cockroach activist ends hunger strike after 26 days as protests spread

Sonam Wangchuk secures ‘hard bargain’ with Delhi but talks between government and movement leaders stall

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Parents, labourers and even Modi voters: Support for India’s ‘cockroach’ protest keeps growing

ON THE GROUND: As thousands of protesters gather night after night demanding accountability for exam paper leaks, Namita Singh is in Delhi finding out what’s motivating people from all walks of life to take to the streets

The Independent UK

Dharmendra Pradhan resignation demand: CJP says govt seeks time till Saturday afternoon

The Centre requested time until Saturday afternoon to respond to resignation demands. Leaders of the Cockroach Janata Party met with government officials on Friday. They discussed compensation for families and withdrawal of cases against students. The government expressed in-principle approval for these two key demands. The agitation will continue until…

The Economic Times

PM's response insufficient, won't leave Jantar Mantar until Pradhan resigns: CJP

The Cockroach Janta Party demands Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced fast-track courts for paper leak offenders. The party states the prime minister's announcement lacks accountability for the issue. Protests continue demanding Pradhan's resignation and system reforms. Public anger is increasingly directed at Prime Minister…

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Meta’s automated system mistakenly banned CJP spokesperson Saurav Das’ account: Sources

Meta has restored the account of Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) spokesperson Saurav Das after it was mistakenly blocked by the company's automated moderation systems, ET has learnt. Sources said the suspension was an error triggered by automation, and the account was reinstated after the issue was identified on Wednesday.

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CJP Protest in Delhi LIVE: Nadda meet declined, 16 metro stations shut as party warns of larger agitation

NEET Protest Live: Cockroach Janta Party protests escalated in Delhi on Wednesday. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation shut sixteen metro stations due to security concerns. The Supreme Court declined an urgent plea challenging police action against student protestors. Numerous FIRs were filed by Delhi Police following Monday's Sansad Chalo march.…

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CJP protests: SC declines urgent plea challenging police action; CJI says 'don't have time to watch videos'

The Supreme Court declined an urgent plea regarding police action during a protest. The court refused to examine video footage at the mentioning stage. The petitioner's counsel sought an early listing of the case for students. Chief Justice Surya Kant stated the court was not interested in watching videos. The…

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July 20 protest march was 'just a trailer': CJP warns of bigger agitation, says ready to face UAPA, NSA

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) national spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka said the party's protest would intensify if the Centre did not accept its demands. Speaking to ANI, he claimed the July 20 march was "just a trailer", reiterated the demand that no FIRs be lodged against protesters, and said the leadership was…

The Economic Times

India opposition leader Gandhi detained after calling for PM resignation

NEW DELHI - Indian police on Tuesday detained opposition leader Rahul Gandhi during youth-led protests in New Delhi calling for education reforms, after he called for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's resignation.

Bangkok Post

Govt wasted our time: Dipke on talks between Nadda, CJP team

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke questioned government talks amid a police crackdown. He alleged the government wasted protesters' time and used force against students. Union Health Minister JP Nadda met with two CJP representatives on Monday. Activist Sonam Wangchuk continues his hunger strike after witnessing police brutality. Protesters vow…

The Economic Times

India's opposition leader calls for Modi to step down as youth-led 'Cockroach' protests press on

Rahul Gandhi, India's opposition leader, called for Prime Minister Narendra Modi to resign on Tuesday "for destroying the future" of the country's youth. The youth-led Cockroach movement continued their protests in New Delhi, refusing to leave their sit-in site a day after police used tear has and batons to disperse…

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CJP Protest in Delhi Live: Abhijeet Dipke continues Jantar Mantar protest; check latest updates

CJP protest live updates: The Cockroach Janta Party's protest at Jantar Mantar continues for another day. Protesters demand Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over NEET examination irregularities. Delhi Police registered FIRs after clashes erupted during a march towards Parliament. Activist Sonam Wangchuk remains hospitalized while continuing his hunger strike.

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Under shadow of lathis and barricades: The day the Modi govt finally engaged the CJP

Thousands of protesters marching towards Parliament as part of the Cockroach Janta Party’s (CJP) demonstration were met with barricades, tear gas, lathi blows and detentions as a heavy police deployment tried to contain the march.

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CJP protest: Abhijeet Dipke calls off hunger strike after Sonam Wangchuk's request

Abhijeet Dipke ended his hunger strike after Sonam Wangchuk's appeal. Wangchuk, hospitalized after his own fast, requested discharge to join a protest. CJP leaders met with Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda for government talks. Demonstrators marched towards Parliament, facing police dispersal and traffic disruptions.

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CJP protest Delhi: After Parliament protest, members meet JP Nadda; minister promises internal consultations

Cockroach Janta Party members will meet Union Minister JP Nadda after the government reached out for talks. Thousands of CJP protesters marched towards Parliament, attempting to breach barricades near Parliament Street. Police forces reportedly resorted to a baton-charge during the protest, leading to minor injuries.

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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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What BJP Said About CJP's Delhi Protest Sparked a Huge Debate

A few months ago, almost nobody had heard of the Cockroach Janta Party. Today, it is making headlines, attracting millions of followers online, and organizing protests in the heart of India's capital. What started as a satirical social media movement has suddenly found itself at the center of a national…

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Sarthak, who uncovered CBSE-OSM irregularities, shares a message for CJP and Abhijeet Dipke ahead of June 6 protest

CBSE-OSM whistleblower Sarthak Sidhant urges student movements to focus on genuine causes over online attention, emphasizing the need for meaningful action beyond social media. He, along with Nisarga Adhikary and Vedant Shrivastava, exposed discrepancies in the CBSE's evaluation system, highlighting the importance of research-backed activism.

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Saurav Das, Vijeta Dahiya, Ashutosh Ranka: Check hidden connection behind Cockroach Janta Party spokespersons

Cockroach Janta Party spokespersons: The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), the youth-led movement that gained rapid traction online in recent weeks, has announced three official spokespersons ahead of its planned June 6 protest in Delhi. The appointments of journalist Saurav Das, political researcher and filmmaker Vijeta Dahiya, and former management consultant…

Newslaundry

At CJP’s first presser, questions on funding, June 6 protest and politics

Journalists filed into the Deputy Speaker Hall at the Constitution Club of India well before the stipulated time. Seating ran out quickly, with some journalists settling on the floor.

The Economic Times

Cockroach Janta Party appoints journalist, filmmaker, ex-McKinsey consultant as spokespersons

The Cockroach Janta Party has appointed Saurav Das, Vijeta Dahiya, and Ashutosh Ranka as spokespersons. This move aims to expand the party's reach. The appointments precede a planned protest against alleged failures in India's education system. The party founder, Abhijeet Dipke, is set to return to India soon.

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