FORGOTTEN HISTORY: 13 - Caught on Camera

India’s education minister resigns in victory for Cockroach youth movement protests

Dharmendra Pradhan steps down after demonstrations over exam leak scandal, prompting celebrations among thousands of protesters

The Guardian - UK · Jul 25

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…

The Economic Times · Jul 25

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…

The Economic Times · Jul 25

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…

The Economic Times · Jul 25

CJP calls for nationwide silent candle march on July 26 over alleged police brutality

The Cockroach Janta Party has called for a nationwide silent candle march. Supporters will gather outside district collector offices on July twenty-sixth. This event aims to protest alleged police brutality against students and demonstrators. The party urges solidarity with victims of police violence across India. A poster shared on X…

The Economic Times · Jul 25

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 · Jul 25

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 · Jul 25

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…

The Economic Times · Jul 25

‘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.

Newslaundry · Jul 25

Hafta letters: CJP criticism, World Cup rant, and podcast feedback

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Newslaundry · Jul 25