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BJP's Gaurav Bhatia files Rs 2 crore defamation suit against CJP, Abhijeet Dipke, Saurav Das & Ashutosh Ranka

BJP national spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia has filed a Rs 2 crore defamation suit in the Delhi High Court against the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) and its leaders Abhijeet Dipke, Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka, according to a court filing posted by Bhatia on X. The case is scheduled for hearing…

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‘Sanatan’ campaigns to Modi posters: Meet TV media’s ‘CJP rebel’

For several days, ANI and multiple television channels ran with a storyline that a rebellion had broken out inside the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP).

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Cockroach Janata Party calls off September 5 march after Centre's assurance on FIR withdrawal, compensation

The Cockroach Janata Party has called off its protest march planned for September 5. This decision comes after the Centre provided assurances about the withdrawal of FIRs and pledged compensation to the families of students who tragically died by suicide. These actions aim to address the issues that arose following…

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Expect everybody to act in responsible manner: SC refuses to prohibit CJP's Sep 5 protest march

The Supreme Court declined to halt a planned protest march by the Cockroach Janata Party. The court expects all parties to act peacefully and lawfully during the event. A petitioner's plea regarding the march was directed to a High Powered Enquiry Committee. The Cockroach Janata Party announced the march to…

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What India’s ‘cockroach’ protests reveal about youth, solidarity and hope

In response to a derogatory remark made in May 2026 by India’s chief justice, who called unemployed youth in India “parasites” and “cockroaches,” the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) was born. Rather than reject the label, Gen Z claimed it defiantly and turned it into a symbolic reassertion of identity.

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‘Breach of promise’: How BJP states cracked down on student protesters

The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) called off student protests at Jantar Mantar after receiving assurances, among other things, that no criminal cases would be pursued against protesters across the country. And yet, police in various parts of the country booked protesters on various charges, including attempt-to-murder.

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Two more held in Kolkata protest violence over NEET paper leak, police reconstruct crime scene

Kolkata Police apprehended two more individuals, bringing total arrests to sixteen. These arrests are connected to violence during a protest march against the NEET paper leak. Investigators recreated the incident with five accused persons at Dorina Crossing. The state government invoked the West Bengal Public Safety Act for the case.…

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Sonam Wangchuk hails Gen Z, says 'nation isn't built by resignation alone'; calls for sweeping education & governance reforms

Sonam Wangchuk hailed the protest's end as a democratic victory for Gen Z. The Cockroach Janata Party withdrew its agitation after the government accepted key demands. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan submitted his resignation to the Prime Minister earlier today. The party will continue discussions on broader education and examination reforms.…

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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.

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Dharmendra Pradhan resignation demand: CJP says govt seeks time till Saturday afternoon

The Centre requested time until Saturday afternoon to respond to resignation demands. Leaders of the Cockroach Janata Party met with government officials on Friday. They discussed compensation for families and withdrawal of cases against students. The government expressed in-principle approval for these two key demands. The agitation will continue until…

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"Who will you listen to, if not students?": TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee asks PM Modi; backs students' protest

Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee backed students protesting at Jantar Mantar. He stated the central government must listen to student concerns and their demands. Banerjee criticised police action against the Cockroach Janata Party protest on July 20. Opposition MPs also protested outside Parliament demanding the Education Minister's resignation. These actions…

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‘Students should not be treated like this’: Diljit Dosanjh backs CJP protesters

Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh expressed strong concern over student mistreatment by authorities. He appealed to officials to listen to the students' demands and their grievances. Dosanjh acknowledged facing 'anti-national' accusations for speaking out previously. The Cockroach Janata Party organized a rally protesting examination irregularities and crackdowns. Thousands of students and…

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Police Block Roads, Metro to Stop Peaceful March Over Paper Leak Scandal – Is the Indian Government Scared?

The NEET-UG paper leak controversy escalated after Delhi Police stopped a planned Parliament march.

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CJP Protest in Delhi today: Check roads and areas to avoid traffic jam in Central Delhi

CJP Protest Delhi: Commuters heading through Central Delhi on Monday should anticipate significant traffic delays. The Delhi Traffic Police has advised avoiding specific roads and junctions near Parliament. These closures are expected due to a planned march by the Cockroach Janata Party to Parliament. Security has been heightened across the…

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Sonam Wangchuk sets three conditions to call off his hunger strike

Activist Sonam Wangchuk will end his hunger strike if the government accepts accountability for education system failures. He also demands MPs assure Parliament will address education accountability during the Monsoon Session. Wangchuk's wife stated political leaders meeting him could also end his fast. Security was deployed at Jantar Mantar ahead…

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From memes to political movement, India's 'Cockroach' party leads youth revolt

India's Cockroach Janata Party began life as a series of internet memes and has grown into a real-life movement, bringing together young people angry about unemployment and alleged exam fraud. What began five weeks ago as a satirical response to comments by India's chief justice has become a fast-growing campaign…

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Sonam Wangchuk's health worsens on fifth day of fast as CJP protest gathers momentum

Activist Sonam Wangchuk's health is declining on his fifth day of hunger strike, with low blood sugar and pressure. The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) holds the government responsible and demands the Education Minister's resignation. Meanwhile, students from AISA also continue their fast, with some advised to stop due to health…

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Keep me away from all this, I'm an artist: Singer Diljit Dosanjh on CJP protests at Jantar Mantar

Diljit Dosanjh has clarified his stance on the Cockroach Janata Party's (CJP) protest at Jantar Mantar, stating he is an artist and not a politician. Dosanjh, who previously supported the farmers' protest, distanced himself from the current demonstrations concerning exam irregularities and the NEET paper leak, emphasizing his role in…

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CJP protest day 12: Wangchuk says stable but tired; AISA flags health concerns of fasting students

The Cockroach Janata Party's protest at Jantar Mantar continues, with activist Sonam Wangchuk on day four of his hunger strike. Students associated with AISA are also fasting, with some reporting deteriorating health, including low blood sugar and blood pressure. Concerns are mounting over alleged examination system irregularities and a lack…

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CJP protest day 11: Dipke claims police blocking entry; Wangchuk's health deteriorates on fast

The Cockroach Janata Party's protest at Jantar Mantar enters its eleventh day amidst allegations of heavy police restrictions on supporters. Activist Sonam Wangchuk's health is deteriorating on his hunger strike, with his blood sugar dropping significantly. The CJP founder also raised concerns about exam paper leaks, questioning the government's competence.…

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Cockroach Janata Party is BJP's C team: Suspended Bareilly city magistrate Alankar Agnihotri

Suspended official Alankar Agnihotri labelled the Cockroach Janata Party the BJP's 'C team'. He also raised concerns about missing funds from Ram Temple donations. Agnihotri supported questioning of police encounters, citing the Brahmin community's experience. He indicated his Morcha might contest 270 seats in the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections.

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Hundreds don masks as supporters of India’s viral ‘Cockroach People’s Party’ stage first protest

Hundreds of supporters of the Cockroach Janata Party, an online joke that drew millions across India, gathered for the first time in New Delhi on Saturday (6 June), taking the social media movement off screens and into its biggest real-world test yet.

France 24

Supporters of India's Gen Z 'cockroach' party stage first protest in New Delhi

Hundreds of mostly young Indians gathered in New Dehli on Saturday for the first street protest organised by the Cockroach Janata Party – a movement which began as an online joke but has quickly gained momentum among Indian youth disillusioned with their education, employment and economic prospects.

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Viral party for India’s ‘cockroaches’ holds first major protest in Delhi after founder flies in from US

The Cockroach Janata Party has already seen some social media accounts blocked by the Modi government, but has been granted permission for New Delhi demonstration

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Rapper Santy Sharma Questions Credibility of Cockroach Janata Party Amid Online Buzz

The Indian political scene has recently witnessed the rise of an unusual and highly discussed movement — the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP). Launched in May 2026 by US-based Abhijeet Dipke, the party quickly gained traction among young Indians, with social media users creating reels, sharing memes, and filling out online…

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