Fresh directions followed student protests over shortages and administrative lapses. With complaints and protests reported from Lucknow, Azamgarh, Mahoba, Hamirpur, Unnao and other districts. Yogi Orders tighter monitoring after student protests Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has ordered stricter monitoring of educational institutions after student protests highlighted teacher shortages, infrastructure problems and administrative dela

Delhi Police have rejected allegations that excessive force was used against protesters during the July 20 Cockroach Janta Party-led demonstration at Jantar Mantar, telling the Supreme Court that the size of the gathering and subsequent clashes required a controlled police response. In an affidavit filed in connection with four petitions seeking a Supreme Court-monitored investigation into alleged police excesses, the force said more than 30,000 people participated in the protest ag

Rahul Gandhi Targets Modi, Shah Over Gen Z Protest FIRs Rahul Gandhi accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah of trying to silence Gen Z protesters through FIRs, alleged police action and social media restrictions. His remarks came after Parliament passed stricter amendments to India’s anti-paper leak law. Rahul Gandhi Gen Z Protest Remarks Target Modi, Shah Over FIRs

Kharge Challenges Centre Over Anti-Paper Leak Bill The Rajya Sabha passed the anti-paper leak Bill after a heated political debate in which Mallikarjun Kharge questioned the Centre’s response to examination fraud and student protests. The legislation introduces tougher prison terms, higher fines, time-bound investigations and fast-track trials for organised paper leak cases. Kharge Questions Centre as Rajya Sabha Passes Anti-Paper Leak Bill

Amit Shah Faces Opposition Pressure Over Student Protest Action Opposition parties have intensified pressure on Home Minister Amit Shah over the July 20 police action against students protesting the alleged NEET paper leak. The issue disrupted Parliament as MPs demanded accountability while the government introduced stricter anti-paper-leak legislation. Opposition Targets Amit Shah Over NEET Protest Police Action The

Court Raises Concern Over Protest Lathi-Charge The Supreme Court said peaceful agitation alone cannot justify a lathi-charge while hearing petitions alleging police excesses during recent student protests. The bench also opposed violence by demonstrators and called for a uniform national protocol.   Agitation Alone Cannot Justify Lathi-Charge, Supreme Court Says The Supreme Court on lathi charge during protests made an importa

CJP Centre Talks on NEET Demands End With 24-Hour Deadline CJP representatives met Union ministers and submitted demands linked to the NEET paper leak protest, including accountability and protection for protesters. The talks unfolded as the Supreme Court ordered the Centre to explain its long-term examination reform plan. Protest Delegation Submits Its Core Demands New Delhi, July 24, 2026: CJP Centre talks

NEET Row Deepens as Parliament Faces Fresh Disruptions The NEET paper leak controversy intensified in New Delhi as Opposition protests disrupted Parliament. Rahul Gandhi also demanded accountability over alleged pellet-gun injuries, while the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan remained unresolved.   NEET Protest Disrupts Parliament as Rahul Gandhi Targets Centre New Delhi, July 24, 2026: The

Written Assurances End Sonam Wangchuk’s 26-Day Hunger Strike Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike after receiving written assurances from the Centre on examination accountability, NEET reforms, and peaceful protests. PM Modi wished him a speedy recovery, while the wider CJP agitation at Jantar Mantar continues. What Changed After 26 Days of Protest New Delhi, July 24, 2026: Activist Sonam Wangchuk

NEET Row Intensifies as Annamalai and Anna Hazare Seek Accountability K Annamalai and Anna Hazare have separately questioned the handling of the NEET controversy as student protests continue in Delhi. Their interventions place renewed focus on alleged paper leaks, delayed talks, ministerial responsibility, and trust in the examination system. NEET Protests Bring New Pressure for Dialogue and Responsibility New Delhi,

Sonam Wangchuk Fast Enters Day 25 Amid NEET Protest Talks Sonam Wangchuk remains under medical observation at Medanta Hospital after meeting Union ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh. The meeting has raised speculation over whether he will end his 25-day hunger strike linked to demands for accountability over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak. New Delhi, July 22, 2026: Activist and education reformist Sonam Wangchuk remained under medical

Rahul Gandhi NEET Protest Triggers Fresh Congress-BJP Clash Rahul Gandhi’s detention during an Opposition protest near the Prime Minister’s residence has intensified the political battle over alleged NEET and examination irregularities. Congress says it is demanding accountability, while the government has accused the party of prioritising political spectacle. New Delhi, July 22, 2026: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has

CJP Protest Expands as Global Media Examines Modi Government Response The CJP-led Jantar Mantar agitation has attracted international media attention while drawing students, parents and professionals from different parts of India. The widening participation has raised questions about whether it could become a broader political challenge for the Modi government. New Delhi, July 22, 2026: The continuing CJP-led protest at Jantar Mantar has

Mumbai Man Sends Food to CJP Protesters During Delhi Rain A prepaid food order sent by Mumbai resident Anuj Rawat reached CJP protesters at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar during heavy rain. The gesture highlighted how supporters outside the capital were remotely helping demonstrators with meals, tea, and snacks. Rain-Soaked Delivery Earns Praise at Jantar Mantar New Delhi, July 21, 2026: A Mumbai man sent food to CJ

PM Modi Calls NEET Leak a National Issue, Seeks Tough Action Minister Narendra Modi has defended the government’s response to the NEET paper leak, called for strict punishment of those responsible, and asked NDA MPs to reach out to students following major protests in Delhi.   Government Focuses on Rebuilding Students’ Trust The PM Modi NEET paper leak response took centre stage at an NDA Parliamentary Party meeting in New