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Parliamentary panel calls Google, Meta, X, Snapchat for discussion on digital platforms regulation

A parliamentary committee will examine social media platform regulation on August 3. Senior officials and tech company representatives will brief the panel on digital content rules. Meta restored a prime minister's video after its mistaken removal, which caused a summons. The government has requested removals of posts targeting the prime…

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India’s ‘cockroach’ protesters threaten to hit the streets again over mass arrests

Over 100 people have been arrested across India in days following nationwide protests against country’s education minister

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Meta claims PM post removed from Facebook due to Tech Glitch

In a recent turn of events, Meta reinstated Prime Minister Modi's video that had been unintentionally removed due to a technical glitch. The video tackled crucial student worries surrounding the irregularities in examination paper leaks. Modi promised decisive government measures and legal reforms to combat these issues, unveiling a proposed…

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South Central 85: How the Gen Z protest is different

In this week’s South Central, hosts Dhanya Rajendran and Pooja Prasanna discuss the protests at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar and the police violence unleashed on the protestors. The violence has injected new life into the Cockroach Janta Party’s resistance, with gatherings happening across the country. They are joined by journalists Smita…

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Why India’s ‘cockroach’ protests had such impact – and what could happen next

For a decade, Narendra Modi has governed as a strong and decisive figure who admits few ‌mistakes, and his government had long resisted sacking ministers under pressure. The first test of the youth protest victory could be in elections next year in three key states, writes Namita Singh

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India's 'Cockroach' movement ends protests after education minister resigns

Dharmendra Pradhan announced his resignation in a post on X, handing a major victory to the youth movement that spearheaded nationwide demonstrations, sit-ins and hunger strikes.

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Jantar Mantar filled with chants, dance and tricolours as protesters celebrate Pradhan's resignation

Thousands celebrated at Jantar Mantar after Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned. This resignation followed weeks of protests concerning the NEET paper leak issue. The Cockroach Janta Party announced the withdrawal of their agitation after the government accepted demands. Protesters expressed happiness that their efforts led to this significant outcome.…

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CJP calls off protest ‘in good faith’ following Dharmendra Pradhan’s exit

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) on Saturday called off its 36-day protest at Jantar Mantar “in good faith” after a round of talks with the government, CJP spokesperson Saurav Das said at a joint press conference with a government delegation at the Constitution Club of India in New Delhi. The…

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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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'We will not go like this': CJP's Abhijeet Dipke has 2 more demands after Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation

The Cockroach Janta Party's agitation continues after Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned. The party now demands one crore rupees compensation for affected families. They also seek action against police personnel for alleged protest force. The CJP stated their protest is far from over. The party awaits a formal call for further…

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Dharmendra Pradhan resigns under pressure from student protests

Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan submitted his resignation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday, a day after the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)-led protests at Jantar Mantar demanded he be sacked over the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak.

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‘Nobody asked us to’: Meet the silent engine of the Jantar Mantar protest

Despite the police action on July 20, protestors returned to Jantar Mantar to continue demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. There is still a crowd of nearly 10,000 to 15,000 people at the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest.

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Delhi Metro Closures, July 25: 18 stations to remain shut; only interchange allowed at 3 key stations. Check full DMRC advisory

Delhi Metro Closures, July 25: Eighteen Delhi Metro stations will be closed from Saturday morning due to security arrangements. These closures are in place because of the ongoing Cockroach Janta Party protest near Jantar Mantar. Commuters face disruptions for a fourth consecutive day with these extensive travel restrictions. Security remains…

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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

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Sonam Wangchuk ends fast: What happens next to CJP protest, negotiations with govt and steps to resolve NEET paper leak crisis

Sonam Wangchuk ended his hunger strike after 26 days following government assurances. The Centre promised no legal action against peaceful NEET protesters. A delegation will meet ministers regarding the exam leak controversy. Prime Minister Modi pledged stricter actions against future paper leaks. The Cockroach Janta Party continues its protest for…

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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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Modi vows 'stringent punishment' for exam fraud fuelling India's youth-led 'Cockroach' protests

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday vowed to punish those involved in a leaked exam papers scandal that has sparked mass student protests. His promise came a day after thousands of protesters, led by the social media-driven Cockroach Janta Party, demonstrated in New Delhi, sparking fresh clashes with police.…

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Modi vows punishment for Indian exam scandal

NEW DELHI - Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi vowed on Thursday “stringent punishment” for those involved in exam fraud that has fuelled student anger, in his first direct comments tied to major protests challenging his government.

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CJP alleges BJP workers tried to disrupt NEET protest, vows agitation will continue

Cockroach Janta Party representatives allege BJP workers are disrupting ongoing student protests. They claim outsiders are sent to incite violence and defame peaceful demonstrators. The party demands Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, calling it non-negotiable. Protesters continue their demonstration, which has entered its thirty-fourth day. Union Health Minister JP Nadda…

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'Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation is non-negotiable': CJP on NEET protest

The Cockroach Janta Party chief spokesperson stated the Education Minister's resignation is non-negotiable. He emphasized that the protest will continue until this demand is met. Sonam Wangchuk agreed that the ongoing protest must remain peaceful. Union Minister JP Nadda urged against politicizing the paper leak issue. Nadda stated the government…

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Meta shadow-bans Delhi protest content, throttles reach, complain users

Multiple users noted that Meta had marked Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) and politician Anish Gawande's posts as 'sensitive content'. For the past two days, social media has been filled with videos and photos of the clashes that broke out at the protest site with police using tear gas and lathicharges…

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Woman injured during CJP's Monday protest conscious, taken off ventilator: RML Hospital

A 21-year-old woman injured during police action is now conscious and breathing independently. Doctors at RML Hospital confirmed her steady improvement and normal brain and spine scans. She was injured during a protest organized by the Cockroach Janta Party on July 20. Protesters marched towards Parliament demanding the Education Minister's…

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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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A day after joining CJP protest, Sharad Pawar meets PM Modi

NCP (SCP) chief Sharad Pawar met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, a day after backing the Cockroach Janta Party's (CJP) protest over alleged exam irregularities at Jantar Mantar. Pawar urged the Centre to consider protesters' demands, while Opposition leaders continued pressing for accountability following the police crackdown on the…

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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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