UNBELIEVABLE: 13 | History Defined

Delhi HC orders Sonam Wangchuk's immediate transfer from Safdarjung Hospital to Medanta; govt says have no objection

The Delhi High Court ordered climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's immediate transfer to Medanta Hospital. His wife had petitioned the court alleging illegal detention and seeking a private facility. The court had previously rejected a similar plea for an interim order on Sunday. Wangchuk was on a hunger strike since June…

The Economic Times · Jul 21

Rahul Gandhi, opposition MPs meet Birla; seek discussion on 'brutality' unleashed on students

Opposition MPs met Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla seeking a discussion on student issues. They demanded accountability from the government regarding the examination crisis. Rahul Gandhi stated Parliament must discuss the youth's future and their concerns. Protests over the NEET paper leak issue had previously stalled parliamentary proceedings.

The Economic Times · Jul 21

Cockroach Janta Party Protest: Abhijeet Dipke says no march now as police will hurt youth again

The Cockroach Janta Party halted its protest march after many supporters were injured. Hundreds of protesters and police were claimed to have sustained injuries during clashes in central Delhi. The youth-led movement sought the Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over exam paper leaks. Thousands attempted to reach Parliament despite police…

The Economic Times · Jul 21

Who are India’s Cockroach Janta party and why are they staging protests?

Explosion of anger over education system and youth unemployment has led to movement’s rapid rise

The Guardian - UK · Jul 20

‘This is about the future’: At Parliament march, students who came without fear

They came from several states – students, some still in school, who had skipped classes or slipped away without telling their parents to be at Jantar Mantar on July 20. Many were teenagers. Some had lost a year to NEET preparation, some had watched siblings fall into depression after the…

Newslaundry · Jul 20

Under shadow of lathis and barricades: The day the Modi govt finally engaged the CJP

Thousands of protesters marching towards Parliament as part of the Cockroach Janta Party’s (CJP) demonstration were met with barricades, tear gas, lathi blows and detentions as a heavy police deployment tried to contain the march.

Newslaundry · Jul 20

'Parliament cannot be notice board': Shashi Tharoor slams govt for not allowing debate on 'burning issues'

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor criticized the government for blocking parliamentary debates. He stated Parliament should be a forum for airing public concerns and grievances. Tharoor highlighted issues like the Ayodhya temple donation theft and NEET exam leak. He argued that refusing discussion leads to disruptions and undermines parliamentary function.

The Economic Times · Jul 20

Disruptions mar opening day of Monsoon Session of Parliament

Opposition members disrupted the Lok Sabha's opening day with protests. Slogans and placards demanded action on the NEET paper leak issue. The House faced multiple adjournments as order could not be restored. Similar disruptions occurred in the Rajya Sabha, leading to its adjournment. Both parliamentary houses were ultimately adjourned for…

The Economic Times · Jul 20

Samajwadi Party stages protest in Parliament over alleged NEET paper leak, accuse Centre of failing to address students' concerns

Samajwadi Party leaders protested alleged NEET paper leaks during the Monsoon Session. They demanded a discussion and accused the government of ignoring student concerns. Leaders like Dimple Yadav voiced solidarity with protesting students and their demands. The party called for accountability and the resignation of the Union Education Minister.

The Economic Times · Jul 20

Congress slams Centre over handling Wangchuk, exam issues; opposes Higher Education Bill

Congress leader K C Venugopal strongly criticized the central government's actions. He expressed solidarity with activist Sonam Wangchuk's ongoing hunger strike. Venugopal alleged widespread irregularities in competitive examinations, impacting students nationwide. He also voiced opposition to the proposed Higher Education Bill.

The Economic Times · Jul 20