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Dharmendra Pradhan· Health · 6 sources · Jul 24, 2026Story

Health crisis at Jantar Mantar protests spreads

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Health· Jul 24, 2026

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Dharmendra Pradhan· Politics · 8 sources · Jul 24, 2026Story

Supreme Court to hear pleas on NEET protests

The Supreme Court agreed to hear on July 27 two petitions alleging police excesses against students protesting the NEET paper leak, with pleas filed and registered for hearing. The protests in Delhi, including the Cockroach Janta Party march on July 20 that saw clashes with security, center on demands for the resignation of Union minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET leak.

Politics· Jul 24, 2026

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Dharmendra Pradhan· Politics · 9 sources · Jul 24, 2026Story

Kharge demands Parliament speech on paper leaks

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge urged PM Modi to make a formal statement in Parliament on the NEET paper leaks, calling for the Education Minister’s dismissal and accountability for forceful actions against protesters; Modi countered with a video pledge and a plan to bring a fast-track bill, prompting Kharge and others to demand parliamentary discussion rather than late-night addresses. Rahul Gandhi joined in criticizing the approach, reinforcing calls for a detailed debate in Parliament on education reforms and accountability.

Politics· Jul 24, 2026

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Dharmendra Pradhan· Politics · 19 sources · Jul 23, 2026Story

INDIA bloc MPs march to Gandhi Smriti over NEET

INDIA bloc leaders, led by Rahul Gandhi, marched to Gandhi Smriti on Tees January Marg to remember NEET paper-leak victims and express solidarity with injured students amid heavy police barricades and sit-ins. The protests have intensified as the opposition presses for accountability, including calls for the Education Minister’s resignation and action against paper leaks.

Politics· Jul 23, 2026

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Dharmendra Pradhan· Politics · 11 sources · Jul 23, 2026Story

Connaught Place shops, offices to close by 6:30 pm amid CJP protests

The New Delhi Traders Association directed Connaught Place shops, offices, and restaurants to close by 6:30 pm amid a “critical situation” tied to Cockroach Janata Party protests. Authorities heightened security around CP to prevent incidents and property damage, with the advisory cautioning strict compliance to minimize disruption in the busy hub.

Politics· Jul 23, 2026

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Dharmendra Pradhan· Politics · 7 sources · Jul 23, 2026Story

Cusack backs CJP protests, signals Hollywood support

Hollywood actor John Cusack voiced support for India's student protests over NEET paper leaks and police action, sharing Arundhati Roy's critique of authorities and praising the demonstrators. He has a history of backing Indian student protests, including the Jamia Millia Islamia crackdown in 2019 and campaigns against the Citizenship Amendment Act.

Politics· Jul 23, 2026

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Dharmendra Pradhan· Politics · 48 sources · Jul 23, 2026Story

Modi Announces Fast-Track Courts for NEET Leaks

The Modi government is fast-tracking justice for exam paper leaks by establishing fast-track courts to swiftly punish the culprits, a move framed as safeguarding the welfare and future of India’s youth, with Amit Shah endorsing the decision. The announcements came amid protests over NEET leaks and ongoing political pressure including calls for the education minister’s resignation.

Politics· Jul 23, 2026

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Dharmendra Pradhan· Politics · 6 sources · Jul 22, 2026Story

NEET Protests Expand as Celebrities Call for Dialogue

Yuvraj Singh and other public figures urged peace, safety, and dialogue for India’s students as protests over NEET-UG paper leaks continue, with Opposition demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and Parliament debates amid police action at Jantar Mantar. The demonstrations have grown in scale, triggering FIRs, court notices, and frequent adjournments as the dispute intensifies.

Politics· Jul 22, 2026

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Dharmendra Pradhan· Politics · 282 sources · Jul 19, 2026Story

Patna NEET Protests Intensify, Pradhan Resignation

Poonam Pandey joined the Cockroach Janta Party’s protest at Jantar Mantar to back students affected by alleged NEET irregularities, stressing she has no political or religious motives and urging the focus remain on the children and those who have died. The demonstrations center on NEET-UG concerns, calls for accountability, and concerns for activist Sonam Wangchuk’s health as he remains on a hunger strike.

Politics· Jul 19, 2026

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Dharmendra Pradhan

Dharmendra Pradhan

Health crisis at Jantar Mantar protests spreads

Supreme Court to hear pleas on NEET protests

Kharge demands Parliament speech on paper leaks

INDIA bloc MPs march to Gandhi Smriti over NEET

Connaught Place shops, offices to close by 6:30 pm amid CJP protests

Cusack backs CJP protests, signals Hollywood support

Modi Announces Fast-Track Courts for NEET Leaks

NEET Protests Expand as Celebrities Call for Dialogue

Patna NEET Protests Intensify, Pradhan Resignation