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May rethink over Delimitation Bill if Opposition's amendments incorporated: Sanjay Raut

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut stated opposition to the Delimitation Bill. He indicated potential support if amendments are incorporated by the government. Raut also addressed allegations of embezzlement at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. He questioned Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis regarding temple donation theft. Concerns were also raised…

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Sonam Wangchuk loses over 9 kg after 19 days of hunger strike

Activist Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike has reached a critical stage after nineteen days. Doctors warn his organs could be affected as he lost over nine kilograms. Wangchuk ruled out ending his fast without government response and urged a Parliament march. The Delhi High Court directed daily health monitoring and medical…

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'Life of any citizen is precious': Delhi HC orders daily health monitoring of Sonam Wangchuk

The Delhi High Court ordered daily health check-ups for activist Sonam Wangchuk. Authorities must provide medical intervention as needed for the fasting activist. The court emphasized the preciousness of every citizen's life. Wangchuk has been on an indefinite fast at Jantar Mantar for days. This action follows concerns over his…

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Sonam Wangchuk Health Update: Doctor shares medical update, flags ‘alarming’ risk as activist loses over 9 kg

Activist Sonam Wangchuk has lost over nine kilograms during his indefinite hunger strike. Doctors are closely monitoring his health for any signs of deterioration. He refuses to end his protest without government response and accountability. Wangchuk acknowledges public concern and appeals for participation in a protest march. His condition remains…

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'Don't ask me to end fast, join July 20 march instead': Sonam Wangchuk amid hunger strike

Activist Sonam Wangchuk continues his hunger strike, refusing to break it without government response. He urges supporters to join a Parliament march on July 20 for political science lessons. Wangchuk stated his health is stable enough to continue fasting for many more days. He believes the march will effectively convey…

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'Sonam Wangchuk extremely critical, Centre responsible if anything...': TMC's Saket Gokhale in letter to Dharmendra Pradhan

A Trinamool Congress leader has urged the Union Education Minister to open dialogue with Sonam Wangchuk. Wangchuk has been on an 18-day hunger strike protesting exam irregularities. He is reportedly in critical condition and has lost significant weight. The leader stated the government must be held responsible if anything happens…

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Why is Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk on hunger strike?

Climate activist has joined student-led protests over alleged exam leaks, but his worsening health has become a growing concern

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Sudhir Chaudhary’s heart bleeds for Sonam Wangchuk but no one is buying it

For 17 days, Sonam Wangchuk has been sitting on an indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar, demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation over the NEET-UG paper leak and a string of other failures. His weight has dropped by roughly 8.5 kg, and his blood pressure and blood sugar levels…

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Dear Cockroaches, please make Sonam Wangchuk’s sacrifice count

Sonam Wangchuk has now lost 8.2 kilograms. His blood glucose has dropped to 67 mg/dL. He has been on a hunger strike at Jantar Mantar since June 28, and the protest around him is in its fourth week. When people begged him to stop, he had a one-line answer: “Don't…

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Delhi HC lists plea on Wangchuk's deteriorating health for Thursday

The Delhi High Court is set to hear a public interest litigation on Thursday focused on the urgent health concerns of activist Sonam Wangchuk. Currently engaged in an indefinite fast at Jantar Mantar, Wangchuk is protesting for the education minister’s resignation related to NEET irregularities. The court has mandated that…

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Jantar Mantar protest: Shashi Tharoor appeals to Sonam Wangchuk to end fast, urges govt to initiate dialogue

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor urged activist Sonam Wangchuk to end his fast. He asked the government to engage in dialogue with protestors. Tharoor stated that Parliament offers a forum to address student issues. He emphasized that fair exams are crucial for middle-class families. The activist's health is deteriorating during his…

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PIL moved in Delhi HC seeking immediate medical intervention for Sonam Wangchuk

A public interest litigation seeks urgent medical aid for Sonam Wangchuk, who is on an indefinite hunger strike. His health has rapidly deteriorated, raising concerns for his life and well-being. The petition urges authorities to provide immediate medical treatment and initiate dialogue. It highlights the government's constitutional duty to protect…

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Who Is Sonam Wangchuk? The Man Behind The Hunger Strike Gripping India

Sonam Wangchuk's indefinite hunger strike in New Delhi highlights alleged irregularities in India's education system as he demands government accountability.

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Naseeruddin Shah, Ratna Pathak Shah Join Appeal Urging Sonam Wangchuk to End Hunger Strike

Support for Sonam Wangchuk's ongoing protest continues to grow, with a fresh group of prominent public figures urging the educator and climate activist to end his indefinite hunger strike while reaffirming their support for the movement's demands.

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CJP protest day 25: Sonam Wangchuk in 'immense pain', refuses to end fast without dialogue

Activist Sonam Wangchuk persists with his hunger strike, now on its seventeenth day. He has lost significant muscle mass and endures immense pain during the protest. Other activists also continue their fast while facing health concerns and hospitalisations. Political leaders have expressed concern and offered support for the ongoing demonstrations.

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AAP chief Kejriwal urges Wangchuk to end hunger strike; will meet him on July 16

Arvind Kejriwal has pledged AAP's support for the ongoing Cockroach Janta Party protest. He urged climate activist Sonam Wangchuk to end his indefinite hunger strike. Kejriwal will visit Jantar Mantar on Thursday to show solidarity with the demonstrators. The party demands Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's immediate resignation. AAP also…

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Arundhati Roy, Naseeruddin Shah & other eminent persons urge CJP protesters to end hunger strike

Eminent citizens urged protesters on hunger strike to end their fast. They expressed deep concern over the protesters' worsening health conditions. The group extended full support for the demand of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. The appeal came on the 24th day of the Cockroach Janta Party's protest. A…

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Day 24 of CJP protest: Wangchuk loses 8.2 kg as fast enters 16th day; 'lives at stake', says Dipke

Educator Sonam Wangchuk has lost significant weight during his hunger strike. His health is deteriorating as the protest enters its sixteenth day. The Cockroach Janta Party urges the government to address protesters' demands promptly. Political parties have visited the protest site to express solidarity and support. The CJP continues to…

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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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CJP protest day 21: Sonam Wangchuk says hunger has 'stabilised', warns against any attempt to remove him

Educator Sonam Wangchuk enters his thirteenth day of an indefinite hunger strike. He feels his hunger has stabilized while supporting the CJP's protest. Wangchuk asserts his constitutional right to protest peacefully at Jantar Mantar. He seeks accountability for examination irregularities and Ladakh's issues. The CJP plans a march to Parliament…

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CJP announces Parliament march on July 20; asks students, parents to join in

The Cockroach Janta Party will march peacefully to Parliament on July 20. This protest at Jantar Mantar continues for the twentieth day amid heavy rain. Educator Sonam Wangchuk is also joining the Parliament march after his hunger strike. The party demands Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over exam irregularities.…

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CJP protest enters Day 19; Wangchuk loses over 7 kg, AISA member hospitalised

Sonam Wangchuk's condition deteriorates further, with doctors reporting that he has lost more than seven kilogrammes since the beginning of his indefinite fast 11 days ago. AISA student activist Hrishikesh, who was in an indefinite hunger strike, was admitted to the Ram Manohar Lohia hospital after suffering from severe complications.…

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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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