CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke’s message to PM Modi amid protests: ‘Next demand will be your resignation’
Addressing a crowd at the Jantar Mantar — the epicentre of the ongoing students’ protest — Dipke said that if Pradhan is not removed, the demand will shift to the prime minister’s resignation.
‘Response must be flowers’: Sonam Wangchuk alleges attempts to incite violence, urges protesters to stay peaceful
Amid his ongoing demonstration at Jantar Mantar climate activist Sonam Wangchuk on Thursday issued a poignant appeal to his supporters, reiterating his uncompromising commitment to non-violence amid growing concerns over fringe elements attempting to derail the peaceful movement.
CJP protest: Delhi Police blocks nearly 500 Pakistan-based social media handles for spreading misinformation
The police said that these handles were trying to take advantage of the agitation by circulating misleading posts, urging the public not to fall prey to unverified information.
PM Modi says ‘more strict’ action would be taken over paper leaks amid CJP protests
In a self-recorded video shared on X, the Prime Minister announced that the Union Cabinet will take up a draft bill providing for Fast-Track Courts and stringent punishment for offenders. “I have issued directions to departments to set up Fast-Track Courts,” he said.
Sonam Wangchuk ends hunger strike after 26 days in presence of union ministers
Wangchuk, a 59-year-old educationist and activist, had begun an indefinite hunger strike on June 28, demanding action over the NEET-UG paper leak scandal, which has led to massive protests across the country.
CJP Movement: Delhi University issues ‘stay away from Jantar Mantar’ advisory amid ongoing NEET Protests
Delhi University issued a safety advisory on Thursday urging students and faculty to avoid unauthorised protests at Jantar Mantar amid NEET paper leak agitation. DU cited Supreme Court directives, warning of legal action, academic consequences and safety risks.
Govt removes Education Secretary Vineet Joshi amid NEET paper leak protests, Naresh Gangwar takes charge
In a major bureaucratic reshuffle, Education Secretary Vineet Joshi has been removed and replaced with Naresh Gangwar amid nationwide protests over paper leaks. Joshi, ex-NTA DG, moved to Panchayati Raj.
‘End of hunger, beginning of accountability’: Sonam Wangchuk explains why he ended hunger strike after Centre’s NEET assurance
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike on Thursday after the Centre gave written assurances on NEET paper leak accountability. The govt promised compensation for families of suicide victims, no cases against peaceful Jantar Mantar protesters.
Who is Kandula Jessie? Andhra teen selected for Mission ShaktiSAT; Know more about 14-year-old ISRO dream
14-year-old Kandula Jessie from East Godavari, AP, is the only Telugu girl among 20 Indians selected for Mission ShakthiSAT lunar CubeSat from 12,000 applicants.
CJI Surya Kant issues first statemnet on Delhi Metro station closures: ‘Will intervene’
The issue was flagged by Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) President Vikas Singh, who told the bench that the closure had caused inconvenience to lawyers and court staff.