The story so far
CJP NEET Protest 2026
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The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) led a protest in Delhi over NEET paper leak, joined by actors Shabana Azmi, Prakash Raj, and opposition leaders. Police used force, detaining several including Rahul Gandhi. Protests spread to Mumbai, with traffic disruptions.
How it unfolded
5d ago
Mumbai protests and auto driver support
5d ago
Opposition leaders protest, Rahul detained
6d ago
Shabana Azmi falls ill at protest
6d ago
Lathi-charge and crackdown on protesters
6d ago
Police barricade Jantar Mantar area
6d ago
CJP 'Chalo Sansad' march begins
19 Jul 2026
Azmi and Raj join CJP protest
What happened earlier
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Full story →Pradhan's resignation long overdue, accountability vital: DK Shivakumar

Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar called Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation a 'long overdue acknowledgement' of accountability.
Shivakumar credited students, Rahul Gandhi, and the Opposition for the development amid the NEET-UG controversy.
The NEET-UG controversy involves allegations of irregularities in the medical entrance exam.
Earlier · 12h ago
Full story →Delhi liquor shops to close by 8 pm over weekend amid CJP protest at Jantar Mantar

Earlier · 10h ago
Full story →Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live Updates: Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Quits Over NEET Paper Leak

Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned following allegations of a NEET-UG 2026 paper leak.
Students led by the satirical political group CJP protested for over a month demanding his resignation.
The resignation is a major development in Indian politics with national significance.
The NEET-UG 2026 paper leak allegations are the central issue behind the resignation.
Earlier · 7h ago
Full story →Student leader to education minister: Dharmendra Pradhan's political career before the NEET row
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned on July 25, 2026 amid protests over the NEET UG paper leak.
He submitted his resignation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, citing the situation at Jantar Mantar and nationwide protests.
Pradhan oversaw the implementation of the National Education Policy 2020 and reforms in higher education, school education, and skill development.
His political career began in student politics in Odisha, where he served as president of the Talcher College Students' Union.
Pradhan was born on June 26, 1969 in Talcher, Odisha, into a political family; his father Debendra Pradhan was a BJP leader and Union Minister of State.