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Paper leaks are the symptom, the jobs gold rush is the disease

India's economy features a limited number of well-paying jobs and many low-wage positions. Young people pursue selective education and government roles, seeking better opportunities. This intense competition mirrors a gold rush, wasting significant human resources. The system's flaws, not just exam leaks, breed inequality and underdevelopment. Investing in universal, quality…

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$Gen Z marks the rot: NEET protests mark a deep socioeconomic grievance, and fractured employment system$

Gen Z marks the rot: NEET protests mark a deep socioeconomic grievance, and fractured employment system

Gen Z faces a prosperity collapse, unlike previous generations in India. This shared economic grievance fosters solidarity among young people across the nation. Current protests reflect this discontent, focusing on jobs and opportunities. The dynastic elite ignores these profound socioeconomic issues and their consequences. This generational dissent will persist until…

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Pradhan unlikely to resign but centre keen on relief measures for kin of victims: Govt functionary

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan will likely remain in his position despite protests. The government is ready for serious engagement with the Cockroach Janta Party protesters. Union Health Minister JP Nadda has met with CJP representatives to discuss their demands. The government is prepared to consider compensation for affected families.…

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CJP protest is 'sponsored', those behind it will be exposed soon: Maharashtra BJP chief

Maharashtra BJP president Ravindra Chavan called the CJP-led NEET protest sponsored. He claimed those behind the agitation will be exposed soon. Chavan stated action has been taken against several individuals in the NEET paper leak. Opposition parties are seeking opportunities in this ongoing protest, he alleged. Chavan spoke to reporters…

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Rajya Sabha adjourned for the day as govt accuses Opposition of not allowing NEET debate

The Rajya Sabha faced adjournment for the day due to a deadlock. Opposition parties demanded a discussion on the NEET paper leak issue. The government accused the opposition of imposing new conditions for the debate. Both sides cited different rules for initiating parliamentary discussions. No business has been conducted in…

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In 1997, Dharmendra Pradhan protested against paper leak outside Odisha Secretariat as a student leader and was beaten

Dharmendra Pradhan 1997 protest: In 1997, Dharmendra Pradhan joined over 1,500 students outside the Odisha secretariat to protest a paper leak and was beaten by police badly enough to sustain fractures. He is now India's Union Education Minister, and students are gathered at Delhi's Jantar Mantar demanding his resignation over…

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BJP protests Congress demonstration near PM's residence; scuffle breaks out in Vijayawada

BJP workers protested in Vijayawada against a Congress demonstration in Delhi. Congress demanded the Union Education Minister's resignation over the NEET paper leak. Rahul Gandhi honored his commitment to students by raising the issue. The Congress leader was detained after the government refused discussion. The opposition will intensify agitation across…

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India's PM Modi Under Fire After Viral Video Shows Police Assaulting Women At Paper Leak Protest

Opposition leaders and student groups have criticised the police response after videos from the Delhi protest circulated widely online.

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Amid CJP NEET protests, Dharmendra Pradhan reiterates that NEET will be fully computer-based from 2027

NEET UG will fully adopt computer-based testing starting in 2027. This significant change eliminates the traditional pen-and-paper OMR answer sheets. The examination pattern and marking scheme will remain unchanged for all candidates. Students must adapt their preparation strategies for digital testing environments. This move aims to enhance security and transparency…

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NEET protests abroad: 'Main bhi cockroach' slogan echoes in New York, London and European cities; Indian diaspora joins movement

NEET protests outside India: Protests over alleged irregularities in India's NEET examinations have spread beyond the country's borders, with demonstrations held in New York, London, Manchester, Berlin and the Netherlands. At home, Jantar Mantar continued to see large crowds days after the Sansad Chalo march, as the agitation showed no…

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CJP Protest in Delhi LIVE: Nadda meet declined, 16 metro stations shut as party warns of larger agitation

NEET Protest Live: Cockroach Janta Party protests escalated in Delhi on Wednesday. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation shut sixteen metro stations due to security concerns. The Supreme Court declined an urgent plea challenging police action against student protestors. Numerous FIRs were filed by Delhi Police following Monday's Sansad Chalo march.…

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Rahul Gandhi misused LoP privileges, protest outside PM's residence childish: BJP

The BJP accused Rahul Gandhi of misusing his constitutional post. Gandhi staged a protest outside the Prime Minister's residence on Tuesday. He demanded the Prime Minister's resignation over the alleged NEET paper leak issue. BJP leaders alleged Gandhi is dividing the country for political gains. They also stated his actions…

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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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DMK steps up demand to scrap NEET, justifies protests outside Parliament

A senior DMK leader demanded the immediate abolition of the NEET medical entrance exam. He stated the current system favors coaching centers and paper leak cartels. Bright students from underprivileged backgrounds are penalised without financial means for test preparation. Parliamentary discussions on the issue are being suppressed, leading to street…

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Panshul Bansal, NEET-UG topper, explains why he was not at Jantar Mantar: 'Why protest when I could be studying at home'

Panshul Bansal, a NEET-UG 2026 re-examination topper, stayed home and studied. He secured All India Rank 2 with a 99.9999 percentile. Bansal viewed the exam cancellation as an opportunity to improve his performance. He questioned the utility of attending protests over studying. His decision contrasts with ongoing nationwide demonstrations and…

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Protests in New York, San Jose in support of Sonam Wangchuk

Activists demonstrated in New York and San Jose supporting Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike. Protests occurred in London and Dublin, demanding fair treatment for students. The group urged the Indian government to address exam irregularities and student concerns.

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Vijay-led TVK demands NEET abolition, says states should control medical education

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam demands complete abolition of the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test. The party advocates for shifting education to the State List for full control. This move aims to provide a lasting solution to the medical entrance examination issue. The party also criticized others for appropriating its campaign ideas. Student protests…

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Dharmendra Pradhan speaks out for first time on protests, attacks Rahul Gandhi

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan broke his silence on student protests and opposition demands. He accused Rahul Gandhi and Congress of exploiting students for political headlines. The minister stated the government is ready for a comprehensive discussion on NEET. He emphasized the government's commitment to delivering answers and reforms. Students deserve…

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Mumbai sees 2nd day of pro-CJP protests; Raj slams govt, Sena (UBT) to give legal aid to activists

Mumbai witnessed opposition protests for a second day supporting the Cockroach Janta Party. Thousands marched to Parliament demanding Minister Pradhan's resignation over the NEET exam. Police used force to disperse demonstrators, leading to clashes and stone pelting. Raj Thackeray criticized the government's actions, calling it mentally unstable. Shiv Sena (UBT)…

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Govt tells Rahul Gandhi it is ready for debate in Parliament on NEET, accuses LoP of backtracking

The government stated readiness to discuss NEET exam issues in Parliament. Rahul Gandhi demanded the Union Education Minister's resignation during a protest. Police forcibly removed and detained Gandhi and other Congress leaders. Pawan Khera criticized the government's handling of the protest and students. Congress leaders called for accountability from Prime…

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School Assembly News Headlines July 22, 2026: Latest national, international, sports, business and education updates

School Assembly News Headlines July 22, 2026: Students will receive a news roundup on July 22, 2026, covering national and international events. Prime Minister Modi addressed the serious NEET paper leak as Parliament faced adjournment amid protests. International news includes US strikes on Iran and new tariffs on Canadian imports.…

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Nepal reference, Pak ‘link’, and opposition conspiracy theories: How TV anchors spun the July 20 march

By late afternoon on July 20, the images from Delhi were difficult to ignore: protesters marching from Jantar Mantar towards Parliament were met with tear gas shells, lathi charge, and mass detentions, while internet services were suspended around central Delhi. But anyone switching on primetime television that evening would have…

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Rajya Sabha adjourned for the day amid uproar over police action against protesting students

Rajya Sabha proceedings were adjourned for the day after the post-lunch session. Opposition members protested police lathi charge on students demonstrating over the NEET exam paper leak. The House experienced multiple adjournments throughout the day due to the commotion. Earlier, the Leader of the Opposition raised concerns about the police…

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Lok Sabha adjourned for the day due to relentless protests by opposition

Lok Sabha proceedings were disrupted for a second day due to opposition protests. Members raised concerns about the NEET paper leak and other alleged irregularities. The House faced repeated adjournments as opposition members continued their demonstrations. Despite assurances, the disruptions prevented any legislative business from taking place. This marks the…

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CJP protests: IIT Roorkee clarifies advisory amid social media row, says no new directive issued

IIT Roorkee clarified a social media advisory was not a new directive. This communication is an internal advisory issued annually to students and staff. The advisory was misinterpreted as a ban on supporting student protests online. The Cockroach Janta Party organized a protest demanding accountability for the NEET exam leak.…

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