Jantar Mantar: News
'Anti-national elements' may attack right-wing influencer in jail, lawyer claims
Swatantra Bhardwaj, a 21-year-old right-wing content creator, was arrested for allegedly assaulting a student activist's father during a protest at Jantar Mantar.
Right-wing influencer detained after protest at Parliament Street police station
Delhi Police detained 21-year-old right-wing content creator Swatantra Bhardwaj on Friday.
Influencer Swatantra Bharadwaj on run after assaulting student's father detained
Swatantra Bharadwaj, a self-proclaimed influencer accused of assaulting a student's father during the protest at Jantar Mantar, has been detained.
CJP protests in Delhi over influencer's 'cracked protester's skull' claim
The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) staged a protest at the Parliament Street Police Station in Delhi on Friday.
Jantar Mantar protests: 25 flagged by facial-recognition were already imprisoned
At least 25 people, who were flagged by the Delhi Police's facial recognition system during the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) protests at Jantar Mantar, were already in jail, The Indian Express reported.
'I cracked skull...not even jailed': Influencer's boast triggers political storm
Self-styled influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj has sparked controversy after a video surfaced in which he claimed to have escaped jail time due to political connections.
'They're not saints': Wangchuk says CJP founders have political ambitions
Activist Sonam Wangchuk has said that the founders of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) have political ambitions.
BPSC row: Police use water cannons as students break barricades
The Bihar Police and students came face to face as the latter attempted to march toward Raj Bhavan from Gandhi Maidan, demanding cancellation of the 70th BPSC examination.
'Jantar Mantar 2.0': Cockroach Janta Party warns of fresh protest
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has warned of another Jantar Mantar-like protest if the central government fails to fulfill its commitments.
Rahul Gandhi slams Modi over 'cultural shock' remark on girls
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his recent comments on girls using abusive language during a protest.
FIR filed in pellet gun case after Rahul Gandhi's sit-in
The Delhi Police have registered an FIR in the case of Sahil Lochab, a 19-year-old student protester allegedly injured by a pellet gun during a protest on July 20.
Delhi Police allows 'Reservation Hatao Andolan' at Ramlila Ground
The Delhi Police has granted permission for a protest under the "Reservation Hatao Andolan" at Ramlila Ground on Friday.
'Used graded response': Delhi Police defends actions in Parliament protest
The Delhi Police has defended its actions during the July 20 "Sansad Chalo" protest march, telling the Supreme Court that it only used a "graded" response after protesters breached barricades and tried to reach Parliament.
'Vande Mataram' to debut at Red Fort during Independence Day
For the first time, India's national song Vande Mataram will be sung during the Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort in Delhi.
450 NALSAR students oppose CJI's presence at convocation
Over 450 students of the National Academy of Legal Studies and Research (NALSAR) University in Hyderabad have opposed the invitation to Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant as the chief guest for their 2026 convocation, a report by India Today stated.
Sought PM's permission to accept demands: Dharmendra Pradhan
Former Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has said he sought Prime Minister Narendra Modi's permission to accept the demands of protesters who recently demonstrated at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi.
Amritsar top cop transferred after Jantar Mantar remarks
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government has abruptly transferred Amritsar CP Gurpreet Singh Bhullar.
Why not shut Jantar Mantar for protests?: HC to Centre
The Delhi High Court on Friday questioned the government's decision to allow protests at Jantar Mantar.
Sonam Wangchuk claims Rahul Gandhi ignored proposal to end fast
Activist Sonam Wangchuk has expressed disappointment with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for not responding positively to his wife Gitanjali's efforts to end his 26-day hunger strike at Jantar Mantar.
CJP announces 'Kya Bolti Public' nationwide campaign from September
The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) has announced a nationwide campaign called "Kya Bolti Public," starting in September.
Ministers broke trust, released pictures of me ending fast: Wangchuk
Activist Sonam Wangchuk has accused the government of breaking a promise by releasing photos of him ending his 26-day hunger strike.
ISI-backed terror module planned attack at Jantar Mantar: Punjab Police
The Punjab Police has busted two cross-border terror modules backed by the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) of Pakistan.
Jantar Mantar not appropriate protest site anymore? SC seeks response
The Supreme Court has sought the Union and Delhi governments' response on a plea challenging the use of Jantar Mantar as a protest site.
Did Kangana Ranaut take a dig at Sonakshi Sinha?
Bollywood actors Kangana Ranaut and Sonakshi Sinha seem to be on a collision course, thanks to Ranaut's latest cryptic social media post.
Arrested suspect linked to JeM, planned attack on Bengal CM
Hamim Mondal, a terror suspect arrested in West Bengal, was allegedly planning to target Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, NDTV reported.
Stone-pelting by CJP protesters persisted post-Parliament march: Report
Violence during the protests over the alleged paper leak in the NEET-UG examination continued even after a violent clash on July 20, security officials have said.
'2 laws in India?': CJP's Dipke on Noida girl FIR
The founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), Abhijeet Dipke, has questioned the filing of an FIR against a Noida girl for allegedly abusing Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Teen girl, booked for abusing PM Modi, apologizes
A girl, who was booked for allegedly using abusive language against Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a protest at Jantar Mantar, has now apologized.
PM Modi advocates forgiveness over abusive language row
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appealed for forgiveness and guidance for the students who used abusive language against him during protests at Jantar Mantar.
Who is Noida woman booked for 'objectionable' remarks against Modi
A Zero FIR has been filed against Ruchika Singh, a resident of Noida, for allegedly making abusive remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Jantar Mantar not closed: Delhi Police issue clarification
The Delhi Police on Thursday dismissed rumors that the Jantar Mantar protest site has been closed.
Provide medical treatment to pellet gun victims: SC orders Delhi
The Supreme Court has directed the Delhi government to provide proper medical treatment to the individuals allegedly injured by the use of pellet guns during the student protest.
Security heightened at Jantar Mantar again after CJP's threat
The Delhi Police has tightened security at Jantar Mantar once again, deploying more personnel and welding barricades to prevent their removal during future protests.
Gen-Z phrase 'Vasteguna Huiya' reaches Lok Sabha
A viral Gen-Z catchphrase, "Vasteguna Huiya," has made its way into India's political discourse.
Abhijeet Dipke flooded with marriage proposals, mother claims
Anita Dipke, the mother of 26-year-old activist and Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke, has revealed that her son has been receiving marriage proposals for the past two years.
'Hope all groups surround...Modi government': CJP after meeting farmer leader
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has reached out to farmer leader Rakesh Tikait in a bid to form a united front of farmers, students, and youth.
Kangana defends people beating protestors: 'Agar tumko desh se problem...'
Actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut has defended those who have been beating up students protesting against the government.
Now ex-Delhi cops seek permission for protest at Jantar Mantar
Retired Delhi Police officers are planning a protest at Jantar Mantar on July 31 in response to alleged attacks on police personnel during the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest on July 20.
Rights commission takes suo motu cognizance of Delhi Police excesses
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken suo motu cognizance of the alleged use of excessive force by the Delhi Police during the student-led protest at Jantar Mantar on July 20.
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.
Jantar Mantar volunteer alleges police blindfolded, abandoned him in Mussoorie
A volunteer, actively involved in the distribution of food at the Jantar Mantar protest, has alleged that he was detained by the police on Friday night.
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.
Why is Sreelekha Mitra facing backlash after attending students' rally?
Bengali actor Sreelekha Mitra has found herself in legal trouble after allegedly using a "distasteful" image of Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a student protest in Kolkata.
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.
'Just the beginning': CJP's Abhijeet Dipke posts video message
Abhijeet Dipke, the 30-year-old leader of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has celebrated a major milestone in his movement.
'Sansad Chalo' march: RAF chief admits 'force gradient' missed standard
The Rapid Action Force (RAF) chief has reportedly admitted that the "force gradient" used for crowd control during the CJP's Sansad Chalo march on June 20 was not up to standard, according to The Indian Express.
Jantar Mantar protest: Participants begin leaving site after 36 days
After 36 days of protests at Jantar Mantar, Delhi, participants have begun to leave the site.
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi gets additional charge of Education Ministry
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi has been given the additional charge of the Ministry of Education. The appointment comes after Dharmendra Pradhan resigned from the post amid protests over exam paper leaks.
Sonam Wangchuk welcomes end of CJP protest
Climate activist and educationist Sonam Wangchuk has welcomed the end of the Cockroach Janta Party's (CJP) nationwide agitation.
CJP withdraws protest after Centre agrees to demands
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has withdrawn its agitation with immediate effect after the Centre agreed to all its demands.
Cockroach Janata Party updates demands list after Pradhan's resignation
The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) has updated its list of demands after Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.
'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.
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.