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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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I am not Gandhi; be your own hero: Sonum Wangchuk amid indefinite fast

Educator Sonam Wangchuk is on an indefinite hunger strike for examination irregularities. He asks people to become their own heroes and fulfill civic duties. Wangchuk is in his 14th day of fasting and has lost significant weight. He encourages participation in protests and a march to Parliament. The Cockroach Janta…

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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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Delhi High Court restores Cockroach Janta Party's X handle in massive win for founder Abhijeet Dipke

The Delhi High Court ordered the restoration of the X account for Cockroach Janta Party. This decision revoked the Centre's earlier blocking order after a review found it unsustainable. The court had previously directed a review committee to examine the blocking legality. The platform's founder had challenged the ban, citing…

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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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CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke to appear before MeitY panel over withholding of X account

Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), will appear before a MeitY committee today regarding the withholding of their X account in India. The CJP has been protesting at Jantar Mantar for five days, demanding the Education Minister's resignation over alleged examination irregularities. The group's satirical online presence…

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CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke, supporters continue sit-in overnight at Jantar Mantar, urge people to join protest

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke and supporters continued an overnight sit-in at Jantar Mantar, demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over the NEET paper leak. Despite police orders to vacate, protesters remained, appealing for public support and justice for students. Dipke also requested restoration of water supply to public…

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India's Cockroach Party supporters bang plates to call for education minister's resignation

Supporters of India’s viral Cockroach Janta Party have banged steel plates with spoons in a protest demanding the education minister's resignation

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CJP founder Dipke seeks permission to extend protest; says 'won't leave Jantar Mantar until Pradhan resigns'

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijit Dipke vowed to continue the protest at Jantar Mantar until the Education Minister resigns, urging Delhi Police to extend permission. Thousands of students and supporters gathered, demanding accountability for examination irregularities and paper leaks. Dipke emphasized open dialogue but insisted on Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation,…

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Youths rally in large numbers; bang plates, spoons to demand accountability at CJP protest

Students and supporters of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) gathered at Delhi's Jantar Mantar for their second protest, demanding accountability for examination irregularities and paper leaks. Led by Abhijeet Dipke, the demonstration featured students banging plates and spoons, calling for Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. The CJP aims to…

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CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke writes to PM Modi; flags student suicides, demands Pradhan's ouster

Ahead of a protest, Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke urged PM Modi to provide Rs 1 crore compensation to families of students who allegedly died by suicide amid examination controversies. Dipke also reiterated the demand to sack Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, calling for accountability for alleged irregularities.

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Dipke indicates CJP won't contest polls; slams PM for 'not reaching out' to students

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke stated his party will not contest elections. He criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for not addressing students following the NEET-UG exam controversy. Dipke demanded Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. The party plans nationwide protests until the minister steps down. Dipke urged the Prime…

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We will not deviate: CJP founder Dipke alleges RSS link to assault, renews call for Pradhan's resignation

Abhijeet Dipke, CJP founder, claims RSS members attacked him in Jaipur. He alleges the assault aimed to distract from the NEET paper leak. Dipke arrived in Nagpur for a protest demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. He stated the movement will continue peacefully despite such incidents. Authorities have increased…

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Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke slapped during protest in Jaipur

In Jaipur, a vigorous protest ignited over the troubling issues of NEET paper leaks and rising unemployment. Among the chaos, Abhijeet Dipke, the leader of the Cockroach Janta Party, reportedly faced aggression from protestors while being paraded by his supporters. Law enforcement quickly stepped in, resulting in the detention of…

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PM must choose between students and an 'incompetent' minister: Dipke at CJP protest in Amritsar

Abhijeet Dipke of the Cockroach Janta Party is demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. A protest in Amritsar is part of a nationwide campaign. Students and youth are joining demonstrations against alleged examination irregularities. Dipke stated Prime Minister Narendra Modi must choose between students and the minister.

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Nationwide stir over exam irregularities: Cockroach Janta Party to release education manifesto

The Cockroach Janta Party is launching a nationwide protest from Pune today. They demand the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged exam irregularities. Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk will join the peaceful demonstration. The party will release an education manifesto focusing on preventing paper leaks and improving exam…

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‘Do you know Chicken Neck?’: Cockroach Janta Party protest video sparks debate after participants fail to answer, watch viral video

A viral video from a CJP protest in Delhi has ignited a national conversation on general knowledge. Protesters, when questioned about controversial slogans and the strategic 'Chicken Neck' corridor, revealed a surprising lack of awareness. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju highlighted the need for greater understanding of India's geography and national…

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Cockroach Janta Party Protest: Delhi Police debunks FIR rumours, says no case registered against Jantar Mantar protesters

CJP protest Jantar Mantar: Delhi Police has clarified that no First Information Report (FIR) has been registered against protesters at Jantar Mantar. The demonstration was organised by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), which drew hundreds of participants, including students and young professionals. While six individuals were detained as a precautionary…

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Congress cold, others in Opposition warm to CJP protest at Jantar Mantar

A protest called by the Cockroach Janta Party at Jantar Mantar has exposed deep divisions within the Opposition. While parties like AAP, SP, TMC, Shiv Sena (UBT), and the Left supported the demonstration, the Congress remained sceptical. This split comes as the INDIA bloc prepares for a key meeting. The…

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6 detained during Cockroach Janta Party protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar

Six individuals were detained by Delhi Police to prevent potential clashes during the Cockroach Janta Party's protest at Jantar Mantar. The demonstration, led by Abhijeet Dipke, saw hundreds demanding the Education Minister's resignation over examination irregularities. Heavy security was deployed to ensure a peaceful conclusion.

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Who is Dharmendra Pradhan? All about Education minister facing heat in CJP protest amid NEET, CBSE controversy

CJP protest news: The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protested at Jantar Mantar, demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over alleged NEET 2026 paper leaks and CBSE's On-Screen Marking irregularities. Protesters chanted slogans criticizing the government's handling of the situation. Dharmendra Pradhan, a senior BJP leader, currently holds portfolios for…

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Maharashtra: Cops deployed at CJP founder Dipke's residence in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar

Security has been heightened at the residence of Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar ahead of his arrival in India. Dipke, who returned from the US, is set to lead a peaceful protest at Jantar Mantar demanding accountability for examination irregularities and the resignation…

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