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Uddhav Thackeray hails CJP protests, says 'votes can be stolen, not people'

Students' nationwide protests over the NEET paper leak were hailed by Uddhav Thackeray. He stated this agitation marked the beginning of a larger fight against the BJP. The youth gathered to celebrate the Union Education Minister's resignation after 36 days. Uddhav Thackeray urged the youth to maintain their momentum and…

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Prahlad Joshi assumes charge as Union Education Minister after Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation

Prahlad Joshi formally took charge as Union Education Minister on Sunday. His appointment follows Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation after NEET exam irregularities protests. Joshi, a six-time MP, will also continue his existing ministerial responsibilities. The Centre accepted protesters' demands, ending a 36-day long agitation. This transition brings a new leadership to…

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JJD chief Tej Pratap Yadav sent to 14-day judicial custody in Patna NEET protest case

Tej Pratap Yadav faces 14 days judicial custody for protesting the NEET-UG paper leak. His lawyer alleges procedural irregularities surrounding his arrest and detention. Protesters clashed with police during a statewide shutdown called over examination issues. Violence erupted, including stone pelting and the use of tear gas. Union Education Minister…

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Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation reflects NDA govt's commitment to students: Kumaraswamy

Dharmendra Pradhan resigned as Union Education Minister following the NEET paper leak controversy. JD(S) leader H D Kumaraswamy stated this reflects the government's commitment to students. The government is strengthening the examination system and addressing NEET issues. Students are urged to focus on their studies and pursue dreams. This action…

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Accept responsibility with humility: Pralhad Joshi on appointment as education minister

Pralhad Joshi accepted the new Education Minister role with humility. He takes over from Dharmendra Pradhan who resigned Saturday. Pradhan stepped down following student protests over the NEET paper leak. Joshi will manage the Education Ministry alongside his Consumer Affairs duties. He pledged to perform to his best capacity under…

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Clashes erupt in Bihar during bandh over NEET paper leak; Tejashwi Yadav alleges police firing in Siwan

Left-wing student groups held demonstrations across Bihar on Saturday protesting the NEET paper leak. Some protests turned violent in districts like Patna and Saran, with clashes reported. Police used tear gas and mild force to disperse stone-pelting agitators in the state capital. Several students were detained across various districts following…

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DCs will be held accountable for question paper leak henceforth: CM D K Shivakumar

Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar warned district Deputy Commissioners about exam paper leaks. He mandated CCTV cameras and enhanced security for all recruitment examination processes. Officials must ensure public administration efficiency and address citizen issues proactively. Groundwater work irregularities will be curbed with mandatory video and GPS documentation. Cabinet…

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Meet India's new education minister Pralhad Joshi: Who is he, which Cabinet ministries does he hold, and what are his educational qualifications?

New Education Minister Pralhad Joshi: Union Minister Pralhad Joshi has been given the additional charge of the Ministry of Education following the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan. Pradhan stepped down after weeks of nationwide protests over alleged examination irregularities and the NEET paper leak controversy. The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) subsequently…

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CJP, Centre to meet again for next round of talks in four weeks

The Cockroach Janta Party ended its 36-day protest after the government accepted all demands. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned, and compensation will be provided to victims' families. The government also agreed to withdraw FIRs registered during the agitation. Both sides will meet again in four weeks to discuss reforms. The…

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NEET paper leak controversy: Dharmendra Pradhan's exit joins short list of Modi govt's cilmbdowns since 2014

The first major retreat came in 2015 when the government sought to amend the land acquisition law to make it easier to acquire land for infrastructure and industrial projects.

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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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Gen Z showed what it means for India to be Vishwaguru: Gitanjali Angmo after Dharmendra Pradhan resigns

Gitanjali Angmo praised youth protests against the NEET-UG paper leak. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned from his ministerial position. He stated his resignation was in the larger interest of students. The government took prompt action after irregularities surfaced in the examination. Talks are ongoing between ministers and the CJP…

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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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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…

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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…

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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 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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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…

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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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