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UN weighs in on CJP demonstration; says 'peaceful protest' should be allowed without any 'fear'

The United Nations acknowledged student demonstrations in New Delhi and stressed peaceful protest rights. India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned following weeks of protests over exam leaks. Youth-led protests began on June 20, demanding education reforms and the minister's resignation. Thousands marched towards parliament, leading to injuries and a police…

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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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Meeting of CJP, Union ministers underway after Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation

A meeting occurred between the government and the Cockroach Janta Party. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned from the Union cabinet following protests. The CJP's main demand for his resignation has now been met. The government will address other CJP demands, including compensation and withdrawal of FIRs.

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Sonam Wangchuk: The 59-year-old who rallied India's Gen Z against Modi govt

Social activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike following a vigorous youth movement that compelled the government to act. Focused on the widespread issue of exam paper leaks, this movement resonated with millions of students across the country. The pressure exerted led to the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra…

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Rahul Gandhi says 'it's time to remove Modi govt' after Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation

Rahul Gandhi demanded the government's removal following Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. He hailed students' determination in protecting democracy and their future. Gandhi urged Prime Minister Modi to apologize to the youth. He also called for action against those responsible for alleged protest violence. The Congress leader encouraged other societal groups to…

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India's Education Minister Resigns: How Student-Led 'Cockroach' Revolt Costs Modi His Loyal Aide

India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns after student protests over exam paper leaks, marking a significant political victory for the youth movement challenging Modi's government.

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Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation: Sonakshi Sinha, Shabana Azmi, Dinesh Karthik, other celebrities react to Union Education Minister’s departure

Public figures and film stars reacted to Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. Sonakshi Sinha shared clapping emojis and a humorous video clip on Instagram. Priyanka Chopra also reshared a news report about the minister's resignation. Vijay Varma posted a photo with a popular song lyric referencing the departure. These…

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I first visited the ‘cockroach’ protests weeks ago. Here’s how they have changed

The almost overnight groundswell of support for India’s ‘cockroach’ movement was triggered by one particular event – the brutal police crackdown on protesters. Alisha Rahaman Sarkar returns to Jantar Mantar to see how a satirical youth-led movement evolved into a nationwide call for accountability

The Independent UK

Dharmendra Pradhan resigns after NEET protests: What was the medical entrance exam controversy all about?

Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned following widespread youth protests. These demonstrations demanded accountability for alleged NEET-UG examination irregularities. The NEET-UG exam, crucial for medical admissions, faced cancellation due to paper leaks. Investigators are probing a multi-state network suspected of facilitating the leak. The resignation marks a significant outcome for the…

The Economic Times

India’s education minister resigns in victory for Cockroach youth movement protests

Dharmendra Pradhan steps down after demonstrations over exam leak scandal, prompting celebrations among thousands of protesters

The Guardian - UK

Dharmendra Pradhan resigns amid NEET paper leak controversy: A look back at his four-decade political journey

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned on Saturday following widespread protests. Youth-led demonstrations escalated due to alleged NEET examination irregularities and paper leaks. His resignation follows weeks of public outrage and student demonstrations nationwide. Pradhan cited the need to protect the country's youth interests and democratic integrity. This marks a…

The Economic Times

If you stop the movement, it will grow across country: AAP on youth protests

The Aam Aadmi Party warned the central government against suppressing student protests. Senior leader Gopal Rai demanded the release of arrested student leaders in Patna and Gujarat. These arrests are happening while protests continue over the NEET examination system. The party stated that suppressing the movement will cause it to…

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Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation news: Sonam Wangchuk says it's 'victory of democracy'

Sonam Wangchuk celebrated the Union Education Minister's resignation as a democratic triumph. He credited the Cockroach Janta Party and Gen Z for this significant outcome. Wangchuk described the event as a result of sustained, non-violent public pressure. He congratulated the protesters for shedding fear and rising up nationwide. The activist…

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Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation: Rahul Gandhi, other politicians react to education minister's exit after CJP protests

Political leaders across India have reacted to Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation as Union Education Minister. Many hailed the move as a significant victory for India's youth and democracy. Students' persistent protests were credited with compelling the government to take action. This event marks a turning point in youth asserting their democratic…

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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…

France 24

Indian education minister resigns after mass protests over exam paper leaks

India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said on Saturday he had resigned from his post following mass protests calling for his dismissal. Public trust in India's university testing system has been undermined by a series of exam irregularities, including the leaking of a medical entrance question paper that forced more than…

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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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CM Suvendu Adhikari says strict action to be taken against those who attacked journalists during NEET protest rally

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari condemned attacks on journalists during a recent protest. He assured strict action against miscreants under the new Goonda Act. Around seventy individuals not connected to the protest were identified by authorities. Six journalists sustained serious injuries and received hospital treatment. FIRs have been lodged,…

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India’s education minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns after weeks of Gen Z-led ‘cockroach’ protests

Minister announces his ‌resignation on Saturday, handing major victory to protesters nationwide asking for accountability over examination paper leak

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Congress, SP ruined students' future: UP CM Adityanath at Fatehpur amid NEET paper leak row

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath criticized opposition parties for student futures. He praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government for stringent anti-paper leak actions. A new law proposes severe penalties for those involved in examination malpractices. The Chief Minister highlighted development initiatives and new opportunities for the youth.

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'Do not mess with cockroaches': CJP celebrates Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation

The Cockroach Janta Party celebrated the Education Minister's resignation. This action followed over a month of student-led protests concerning the NEET exam. The party stated this resignation proved that persistent protest can achieve results. They also demanded compensation for affected families and action against police. The CJP declared this a…

The Economic Times

Dharmendra Pradhan resigns as education minister amid CJP protests. Here's what he said in his letter

Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation: Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned from the Union Cabinet amid protests over the NEET-UG controversy, saying his decision was aimed at protecting students’ futures and preventing the situation from being exploited. In his resignation letter, Pradhan said he had remained committed to education reforms and took responsibility…

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Dharmendra Pradhan resigns: Education Minister sends resignation letter to PM Modi amid CJP protests due to NEET paper leak

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned from his post. This resignation comes after significant political and public pressure mounted. The controversy surrounding the alleged NEET paper leak fueled these demands. Protests led by the Cockroach Janta Party were central to this pressure. The Centre faced criticism for not addressing…

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BJP's Rajeev Chandrasekhar says exam leaks go beyond corruption, reflect 'shortcut culture'

BJP leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar addressed examination paper leaks and protest language. He described exam leaks as a crime and a culture of shortcuts. Chandrasekhar also criticized the abusive content in student protest videos. He urged students and parents to reject shortcuts and embrace hard work. The protests continue demanding accountability…

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