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Delhi Police file FIR over abusive posts against PM
The Delhi Police have filed an FIR regarding abusive posts against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Indian Express reported.
Bihar cop who fired AK-47 at protesters didn't have permission
The Siwan district administration in Bihar on Monday suspended a police constable for firing an AK-47 during student protests on July 25.
Jantar Mantar violence: 989 identified protesters have criminal records
At least 20 First Information Reports (FIRs) have been registered in connection with the violence that erupted during the Cockroach Janta Party's (CJP) protest, Hindustan Times reported.
Sonam Wangchuk discharged from Medanta Hospital
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has been discharged from Gurugram's Medanta Hospital after a week of treatment following his 26-day hunger strike, which he ended on the night of July 23.
Inspired by CJP? 'E20 Janta Party' emerges protesting ethanol-blending policy
Weeks after the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) made headlines with its protest over the NEET paper leak issue, another online citizens' movement has emerged.
NTA overhauls leadership, invites applications to 4 key posts
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has launched a major overhaul of its leadership in a bid to revamp its examination system.
NEET-UG aspirant's '1-minute exam' raises questions; candidate alleges discrepancies
A National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) Undergraduate 2026 candidate from Karnataka's Haveri district has alleged discrepancies in her OMR sheet.
Opposition uproar in Parliament on protest crackdown; both Houses adjourned
An uproar over the alleged police crackdown on student protesters has marred the ongoing Monsoon Session of Parliament. Both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha have been adjourned until 12 noon amid this development.
Anti-paper leak bill debate in Parliament today; 10-hour time allotted
The government will introduce the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, in the Lok Sabha on Monday.
'Victory of democracy': CJP celebrates Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned on Saturday amid protests over the NEET paper leak controversy.
'People wishing to protest peacefully...': UN spokesperson on Delhi protests
United Nations (UN) spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric has reacted to the ongoing NEET protests.
Was treated 'like prisoner' at Safdarjung Hospital, Sonam Wangchuk alleges
Activist Sonam Wangchuk has alleged that he was treated "like a prisoner" at Delhi's Safdarjung Hospital after being forcibly taken there by the police.
'Ticking thing' could go off against Modi, warns CJP spokesperson
Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka has warned that the rising anger over the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) controversy could soon extend beyond demands for Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.
NEET paper leak protests: 3rd round of talks scheduled today
The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) and the central government will hold their third round of talks on Saturday.
Modi's Instagram reel sets record amid protests at Jantar Mantar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has set a new world record for the most views on a single Instagram reel, garnering over 303 million views in just 24 hours.
NEET paper leak: NTA sacks 47 officials, legal action imminent
The National Testing Agency(NTA) has sacked 47 officials in a major overhaul of the agency. This decision comes in the wake of widespread protests over NEET paper leaks.
Delhi Police cancel leaves of all personnel amid student protests
The Delhi Police have canceled all routine leaves of its personnel with immediate effect.
Government requested day to decide on Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation: CJP
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has stood firm on its demand for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Delhi Police say pellets not used; hospital report contradicts claim
A 28-year-old man suffered pellet injuries during the July 20 Jantar Mantar protest, according to a government hospital report, contradicting the Delhi Police's assertion that its personnel did not use pellet guns against student demonstrators.
Privilege motion moved against Sukanta Majumdar for misleading Parliament
A privilege motion has been moved against junior education minister Sukanta Majumdar after discrepancies were found in the data he provided to Parliament regarding the National Testing Agency's (NTA) income and expenditure.
'Cowardice, wanton cruelty': Sonia Gandhi slams Modi over student protests
Congress leader Sonia Gandhi has slammed the Narendra Modi-led central government for its handling of recent student protests.
Paper leak cases: PM Modi vows more stringent measures
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has promised more stringent measures to tackle the ongoing paper leak cases.
Madhavan addresses student protests after backlash; warns of 'vested interests'
Actor R Madhavan, who is also the president of the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), has finally responded to the ongoing student protests over alleged irregularities in medical entrance examinations.
Sonam Wangchuk ready to end fast under certain conditions
Activist Sonam Wangchuk, who has been on hunger strike for 25 days, said he will end his fast if the government assures no punitive or retaliatory legal action against protesters.
Preity Zinta extends support to Sonam Wangchuk, NEET protesters
Actor Preity Zinta has extended her support to the students protesting in New Delhi over alleged irregularities in the NEET examination.
Speaker said government's approval needed for NEET discussion: Rahul Gandhi
Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi has claimed that Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla told the opposition that he would have to consult the government first before allowing a discussion on the NEET paper leak.
NEET protest: Shabana Azmi-Javed Akhtar wrote letter to PM Modi
Veteran actor Shabana Azmi recently visited Delhi's Jantar Mantar to show her support for the protesters demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Wangchuk's potassium levels normal, claims doctor amid hospital spat
Activist Sonam Wangchuk was admitted to Delhi's Safdarjung Hospital after a 20-day hunger strike.
'Modi government should've talked to Wangchuk': Kejriwal on activist's hospitalization
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener Arvind Kejriwal has slammed the central government for its handling of activist Sonam Wangchuk's protest.
Sonam Wangchuk's wife forbids his treatment without her consent
Activist Sonam Wangchuk was shifted to Safdarjung Hospital in Delhi on Saturday after 20 days of his indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar.
'Life precious, monitor Wangchuk's health daily': Delhi HC directs Centre
The Delhi High Court has ordered the central and city governments to regularly monitor the health of activist Sonam Wangchuk, who is on an indefinite hunger strike since June 28.
'Not in good shape but...': Wangchuk refuses to end hunger-strike
Environmental activist Sonam Wangchuk has entered the 19th day of his indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi.
Bollywood supports Sonam Wangchuk's protest: Naseeruddin Shah to Shreya Dhanwanthary
Actors Shreya Dhanwanthary, Naseeruddin Shah, Ratna Pathak Shah, and many more have extended support and shown concern for educator and climate activist Sonam Wangchuk.
Can't exile people for 'BJP government murdabad' slogans: Bombay HC
The Bombay High Court has quashed an externment order issued by the Mumbai Police against political activist and Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI) state general secretary Saeed Ahmad Abdul Wahid Chaudhary.
Telegram users can edit messages in India again
Telegram has restored its message editing feature for users across India, ending a temporary restriction that was imposed earlier.
Telegram returns in India after week-long ban
Telegram has resumed services for some users in India, a week after the government imposed a temporary ban over NEET paper leak concerns.
Shiv Sena (UBT) mouthpiece slams Eknath Shinde, Devendra Fadnavis
The Shiv Sena vs Shiv Sena feud has taken a new turn, with Uddhav Thackeray's faction's mouthpiece, Saamana, publishing an editorial.
Bihar Police busts 'Munna Bhai MBBS'-style proxy exam racket
Bihar Police have uncovered a proxy exam racket during the NEET-UG retest in Lakhisarai.
NEET-UG Nagpur candidate mistakenly assigned exam center in Abu Dhabi
A candidate from Nagpur, Abdullah Mohammad Talib, was mistakenly assigned an examination center in Abu Dhabi for the Re-NEET UG 2026 exam.
India blocks Proton VPN GM's X account amid sign-up surge
David Peterson, the General Manager of Proton VPN, has seen his X account suspended in India.
NTA director defends Telegram ban ahead of NEET retest
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has defended its decision to temporarily block Telegram ahead of the re-NEET examination on June 21.
NEET-UG re-exam: India imposes temporary restrictions on Telegram
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has welcomed the central government's decision to impose temporary restrictions on the messaging platform Telegram.
Cockroach party founder Abhijeet Dipke slapped multiple times in Jaipur
Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), was slapped by some people during a protest in Jaipur.
PIB fact check debunks NEET paper leak rumor
The Press Information Bureau's (PIB) Fact Check unit has dismissed a viral social media claim that the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) question paper was leaked again.
NEET-UG 2026: NTA introduces extended exam duration, more rough-work pages
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced major changes for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate), or NEET-UG, in 2026.
NEET-UG papers to be airlifted by IAF amid tight security
The Indian Air Force (IAF) will airlift the question papers for the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET-UG) re-examination on June 21.
INDIA bloc meeting ends with consensus on 5 issues
The Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) bloc has reached a consensus on five key issues during its first formal meeting in New Delhi.
'Don't come to airport': CJP founder's U-turn for supporters
Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has asked his supporters not to gather at Delhi's airport when he returns from the United States on Saturday.
'Learn from UPSC': SC tells NTA over NEET leak
The Supreme Court on Friday heard petitions seeking to disband the National Testing Agency (NTA) after the recent National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET)-UG 2026 paper leak incident.
Vijay meets Modi after 12 years for 25 minutes
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi on Wednesday.
Government mulls single entrance exam for engineering, medical courses
The central government is mulling over a proposal to introduce a single entrance examination for engineering and medical courses.
Who's behind 'Cockroach Janta Party' with million followers in days
A remark by India's Chief Justice Surya Kant has given birth to a satirical political party called the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP).
NEET-UG leak: CBI probes coaching entrepreneur known as 'M Sir'
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has launched a major investigation into the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET)-UG paper leak case.
'Breach in command chain': Government takes responsibility after NEET cancellation
The government on Friday took responsibility for a "breach in command chain" after the NEET-UG 2026 exam was canceled following a paper leak.