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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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Here’s why India’s cockroach protests were such a success – and why the Mamdani effect means more to come

The young leaders are eloquent and organised – and now they know what victory looks like. That could be a huge headache for Narendra Modi, says Dehli-based essayist and author Mukul Kesavan

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Opposition seeks Rajya Sabha discussion on alleged force against NEET protesters

Opposition parties on Monday sought an urgent discussion in the Rajya Sabha on the alleged use of force against students protesting the NEET paper leak issue at Jantar Mantar. Congress and TMC MPs moved Rule 267 notices demanding statements from the government over allegations of lathi-charge, tear gas and pellet…

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Dharmendra Pradhan is gone. What should Cockroach Janta Party focus on now?

When Dharmendra Pradhan resigned as education minister, protesters at Jantar Mantar stayed on to celebrate. Newslaundry asked these youngsters a simple question: what did the protest and the resignation actually meant to them?

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Graffiti that captured a generation's anger painted over at Jantar Mantar

Municipal workers cleaned graffiti from walls around Jantar Mantar on Sunday. The visual marks of a student-led protest were erased by sanitation crews. Over one hundred workers and heavy equipment cleared nearly sixty metric tonnes of waste. Damaged footpaths and curbstones were also repaired to restore the area. The New…

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Accountability, jobs, education reform: What Gen Z protesters want next after Pradhan’s resignation

Dharmendra Pradhan resigned as the education minister on Saturday afternoon. Soon, the organisers were asking everyone at Jantar Mantar to pack up and go home.

Newslaundry

From India Against Corruption to CJP: Abhinandan returns to Jantar Mantar

This Gen Xer is late to the party! But what a party it was. A BJP minister has resigned, Gen Z has tasted victory, and an OG andolanjeevi has returned to his old adda.

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NDMC carried out cleanliness drive after CJP calls off Jantar Mantar protest

Cleanliness work commenced at Jantar Mantar after the CJP protest concluded. The New Delhi Municipal Council conducted a midnight sanitation drive at the protest site. Protesters vacated the area following assurances from the government on their demands. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned, and Pralhad Joshi took charge. Delhi Metro…

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The working class men who risked everything at Jantar Mantar

“We are already living in constant misery and dying a slow death. It's better to die here.”

Newslaundry

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.…

The Economic Times

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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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 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.

Newslaundry

CJP accuses Delhi Police of 'laying siege' to Jantar Mantar, demands immediate end to restrictions

CJP protest news: The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has accused the Delhi Police of laying siege to Jantar Mantar by allegedly stopping supporters and essential supplies from reaching the protest site, even as the group prepares for another round of talks with the Centre over its NEET-related demands, including the…

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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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TV Newsance 348 | NEET protest ya CIA plot? Godi media’s 4-step formula exposed

This week on TV Newsance, the tukde-tukde, anti-national, foreign CIA conspiracy is back! On July 20, nearly one lakh students descended on Jantar Mantar over NEET paper leaks, and TV news had exactly one question: Which foreign hand is behind this? Arnab found the CIA. Sudhir found Kathmandu. Aman Chopra…

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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.

The Economic Times

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…

The Economic Times

Over 2,500 people with criminal records identified through FRS at Jantar Mantar: Police sources

The surveillance system, they said, is not meant for ordinary protesters, but to identify wanted criminals, absconders, history-sheeters and "Bad Characters" (BCs) who may try to infiltrate the protest and disturb law and order.

Newslaundry

Jantar Mantar: As Modi govt steps up outreach, what do students think about the road ahead?

Despite two rounds of talks with the government, Sonam Wangchuk ending his 26-day hunger strike, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi promising tougher laws against exam paper leaks, the anger at Jantar Mantar has not subsided.

The Economic Times

'Withdraw posts or face action': Kapil Sibal slams DU, JNU VCs for 'threatening' students

Kapil Sibal criticised Delhi University and Jawaharlal Nehru University for advising students to stay away from Jantar Mantar protests over the NEET paper leak, calling the directives "threatening" and warning of legal action if they are not withdrawn. He also assured students of legal support if they participate peacefully and…

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‘Mad respect’: From Colombo to Karachi, South Asia cheers the Indian Gen Z many had written off

“Kahin pyaar na ho jaye…India ki Gen Z sey eik request hai, ab bas! itna accha karoge toh main nafrat kaisey karoongi.”

The Economic Times

To identify wanted criminals, facial recognition technology deployed at Jantar Mantar: Police sources

Four facial recognition units have been deployed at the Jantar Mantar protest site, designed to spot individuals with criminal histories attempting to blend in. Utilizing high-resolution cameras, these systems scan faces and compare them with police databases. This innovative technology not only aids in preventing potential disruptions but also enhances…

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