UNCOVERED: 3 - The Untold Story

How India's Gen Z Forced an Education Minister to Resign

India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned on Saturday following weeks of student-led protests over alleged irregularities in the country's national medical entrance examination.

International Business Times · Jul 29

India’s ‘cockroach’ protesters explain how they toppled one of Modi’s ministers

After weeks of student protests, the resignation of India’s education minister on July 25 was hailed as a victory for the so-called cockroaches, a youth movement that has made this originally derogatory term their own. But some are concerned about facing repression down the line, aided by facial recognition.

France 24 · Jul 28

New Education Secretary vows to look at 'egregious' student loan payments

Lucy Powell said on Monday that the scandal was ‘very much at the top of my in tray’

Evening Standard · Jul 28

Education costs outpace incomes, fuel youth anger: Congress

Congress highlights rigged exams and rising education costs as key issues. Household expenditure data shows education expenses outpace income growth significantly. Private tuition and textbook costs are increasing at a rapid pace. Youth and parents demand immediate remedial actions for accessibility and affordability. This comes after Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan…

The Economic Times · Jul 26

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…

The Economic Times · Jul 25

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.…

The Economic Times · Jul 25

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.

The Economic Times · Jul 25

Sonam Wangchuk: The 59-year-old who rallied India's Gen Z against Modi govt

Social activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike following a vigorous youth movement that compelled the government to act. Focused on the widespread issue of exam paper leaks, this movement resonated with millions of students across the country. The pressure exerted led to the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra…

The Economic Times · 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

Indian minister steps down over exam scandal

NEW ⁠DELHI - ​Indian Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned on Saturday, handing a major victory to youth protesters nationwide who had demanded that he quit to take responsibility for examination ​paper leaks.

Bangkok Post · Jul 25