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Cockroach Janta Party begins protest at Jantar Mantar, demands Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protested at Jantar Mantar demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over the NEET 2026 paper leak and CBSE's On-Screen Marking system irregularities. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke led the demonstration, which received permission from Delhi Police. The protest highlights ongoing concerns about competitive examination integrity.

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Cockroach Janta Party Protest Dos and Don'ts: CJP lists what to do and what not to do during the planned event at Jantar Mantar

Cockroach Janta Party protest: Ahead of a planned protest in Delhi, the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has stepped up its campaign against Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, calling for his removal from office. The group's founder, Abhijeet Dipke, is on his way to the national capital to participate in a…

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CJP June 6 Protest: What’s the agenda, where and when it will be held? All you need to know

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke is traveling to India to protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar, demanding the resignation of the Union Education Minister over alleged examination irregularities. Dipke plans a peaceful demonstration after seeking official permission, emphasizing constitutional and democratic methods.

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Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan reviews draft mental health policy for schools

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan led a crucial meeting on the draft National Mental Health and Well-Being Policy for Schools. The focus was on a comprehensive and preventive strategy to boost mental wellness for students and teachers. The policy aims to create supportive learning environments and integrate mental health into…

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Congress youth wing to intensify nationwide protests, demands removal of Education Minister Pradhan

The Indian Youth Congress plans intensified nationwide protests. They demand the removal of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged exam irregularities. The agitation will include torchlight marches and student outreach programs across several states. The youth wing alleges repeated examination controversies have eroded student trust. They seek accountability and…

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Cockroach Janta Party founder to return to India on June 6

Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party, will arrive in Delhi on June 6. He plans to launch a peaceful protest demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Dipke calls on supporters and students to join him at the airport and then proceed to seek permission for…

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Dharmendra Pradhan chairs review meeting on CBSE Class 12 evaluation, post-result process

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan met with CBSE officials to review Class 12 evaluation and post-result processes. The meeting addressed concerns regarding the On Screen Marking System. Discussions focused on improving the re-evaluation portal and digital platforms. Plans were outlined for enhanced student support and transparent service delivery. Measures for…

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CBSE OSM glitch: Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan accepts responsibility, says corrective measure are being taken

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has taken responsibility for issues with the CBSE's On-Screen Marking system. He assured strict action against anyone found deliberately causing irregularities that affected students. The minister chaired a meeting to address technical and payment concerns. Experts from IIT Kanpur and IIT Madras are assisting the…

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'Gen Z will shatter PM's arrogance': Rahul Gandhi slams govt over CBSE OSM row

Rahul Gandhi alleges malpractice in the CBSE's On-Screen Marking system. He claims the Modi government fears questioning youth. The Education Ministry is engaging IIT experts to address technical issues in the re-evaluation portal. This move follows complaints from students and parents. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan emphasizes student interests and…

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CBSE Results Portal glitches update: Government ropes in IIT Madras, IIT Kanpur experts and PSU banks to fix issues

CBSE portal glitches: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has directed IIT Madras and IIT Kanpur to assist CBSE in resolving technical glitches plaguing its post-result re-evaluation portal. The move follows widespread complaints of payment failures, login issues, and server downtime. Four public sector banks are also aiding in stabilizing the…

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CBSE again extends deadline for scanned answer book requests till May 25

The Central Board of Secondary Education has extended the deadline for students to request scanned copies of their Class 12 answer books. The new deadline is May 25 midnight. This extension comes after students faced difficulties accessing the portal. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan is working with the Finance Ministry…

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IIT-Madras, Kanpur to assist CBSE in addressing post-result portal issues: Dharmendra Pradhan

IIT Madras and IIT Kanpur experts will now tackle technical issues plaguing the CBSE's post-result services portal. This move follows widespread student and parent complaints about glitches during the re-evaluation process. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has directed a thorough examination of portal stability, server performance, and IT infrastructure to…

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NEET-UG re-test June 21: Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan assures error-free exam amid irregularities

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said tough decisions were required in the wake of the NEET-UG irregularities and assured that the government is committed to ensuring deserving students do not lose opportunities because of examination malpractice. Emphasising efforts to restore trust in the system, he said authorities are working to…

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NEET UG 2026: Police use water cannons on Congress workers protesting over NEET irregularities in Jaipur to stop the march

Congress workers marched in Jaipur protesting NEET UG exam irregularities. They demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Police used water cannons to disperse the crowd. The National Testing Agency's credibility was questioned. The future of nearly 22 lakh students was affected by alleged paper leaks.

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NEET leak: If PM respects parliamentary committees, then he must remove Pradhan, says Digvijaya

Congress MP Digvijaya Singh has demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. This comes after the NEET-UG 2026 exam was cancelled due to alleged paper leaks. Singh criticized the National Testing Agency and the government's handling of exam irregularities. He also raised concerns about the government's gold import…

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Rahul Gandi slams Centre, demands resignation of Education Minister over NEET-UG 2026 paper leak allegations

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi has strongly criticized the Central government regarding alleged irregularities in the NEET-UG 2026 examination. He is demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and has questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi's silence on the matter. The controversy follows allegations of a paper leak and the…

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"Modi govt playing with lives of 22-23 lakh students": AAP slams Centre over NEET paper leak

The NEET-UG 2026 exam will be re-conducted on June 21 due to a paper leak. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan assured students that malpractice will not recur. Reforms are planned, including shifting to Computer-Based Test mode next year. Fees for the upcoming exam will be waived. Students can choose their…

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NEET-UG row: SFI holds protests across Kerala

The NEET-UG examination and its cancellation prompted the Students Federation of India (SFI) activists to continue their protests across Kerala. Protestors raised slogans against the Centre and National Testing Agency (NTA), brought down barriers in many places and on Tuesday barged into the office of the Principal Accountant General in…

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NTA gets all work done, including tests, thru private companies: Jairam Ramesh

The Congress leader demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, stating that this issue is not just about NEET but concerns all the institutions run by the Ministry of Education. Read further on Dynamite News:

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"Government is ready for every kind of discussion," says Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on NEET row

Following the paper leak controversy around the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) for medical undergraduates. Read further on Dynamite News:

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NEET-UG Row: Admit cards of 1,563 candidates with grace marks cancelled; Re-test on June 23

In the meantime, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has said that the guilty, if any, will be dealt with strictly. Strictly Read further on Dynamite News:

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Reinstate single girl child reservation in Kendriya Vidyalaya: V. Sivankutty

Minister for General Education V. Sivankutty has urged Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to reinstate single girl child reservation in Kendriya Vidyalaya schools.

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Centre says ‘de-reservation’ of seats not allowed as UGC draft guidelines spark criticism

Union Education Minister clarifies that no reserved posts will be de-reserved amid controversy over UGC's draft guidelines.

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‘Viksit Bharat 2047’ workshop focusses on making education engaging

At 'Viksit Bharat@47' workshop, PM Modi & Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurated a vision of a developed India by 2047. Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan urged educators to embrace an 'enjoy and educate' approach. Vice Chancellors, Directors, Deans & faculty from HEIs across Telangana participated.

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Students can choose to take Board exams once or twice a year

According to the New Curriculum Framework (NCF), board examinations will be held twice a year to ensure that students have enough time and opportunity to perform well and get an option to retain the best score.

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