‘Patriotism Without Blind Obedience: Gitanjali Angmo Hails Student Protest After Pradhan's Resignation

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:44pm on 25 Jul 2026,Saturday India

Gitanjali Angmo, wife of activist Sonam Wangchuk, praised the student-led movement after Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, describing Gen Z as the true embodiment of India's aspiration to become a "Vishwaguru". She said young protesters demonstrated "courage without hate, strength without violence, and patriotism without blind obedience" throughout the agitation. Angmo argued that, unlike many movements globally, the protests stood firmly against injustice without harming the country. She added that the students had "lived Sanatan Dharma, not preached it" and suggested the ruling Hindu nationalist party could learn from them about Hinduism, nationalism and the true meaning of being a Vishwaguru. Her remarks followed Pradhan's resignation.

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Hours After Pradhan's Resignation, PM Modi Hails Sarnath's UNESCO World Heritage Recognition

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:41pm on 25 Jul 2026,Saturday India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's first post on X after Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation celebrated Sarnath's inscription on the UNESCO World Heritage List, calling it "a proud moment for every Indian". Reposting UNESCO's announcement, Modi said the recognition honours India's civilisational and spiritual heritage and Lord Buddha's enduring message of wisdom, compassion and harmony. The post came about two hours after Pradhan resigned amid nationwide protests over the NEET-UG paper leak. The government has since accepted key protest demands, including withdrawing cases against demonstrators and compensation for families affected by the controversy. Opposition leaders and the CJP described Pradhan's resignation as a major victory for student-led protests and accountability.

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CJP Calls Off Nationwide Protest After Centre Accepts Demands, Written Assurances Due by Tuesday

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:21pm on 25 Jul 2026,Saturday India

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) ended its nationwide protest with immediate effect after a third round of talks with the Centre, following Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. Announcing the decision at a joint press conference alongside Union Ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh, CJP leaders said the government had accepted all their demands. The organisation urged protesters across the country to return home and said it was withdrawing the agitation in good faith, expecting the agreed commitments to be implemented within the promised timeline. CJP also said the Centre would provide written guarantees by Tuesday, marking the conclusion of weeks of demonstrations over the NEET paper leak and education-related demands. (PC: The Week)

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Pradhan's Resignation Ends First Chapter of CJP Protest, Says Party After Negotiations with Centre

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:00pm on 25 Jul 2026,Saturday India

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) said its key demand had been accepted after Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned following three rounds of talks with the government. National Spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka said the protest at Jantar Mantar was centred on three demands: Pradhan's resignation, withdrawal of all FIRs and legal cases against protesters and organisers with no future cases to be filed, and ₹1 crore compensation for families of those who lost loved ones after the NEET paper was not held. Ranka said Pradhan's resignation meant the first demand had been fulfilled. The government is yet to announce decisions on the remaining two demands publicly. (PC: IndiaTV News)

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Sonam Wangchuk Calls Pradhan's Resignation A 'Victory Of Democracy'

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:33am on 25 Jul 2026,Saturday India

Social activist Sonam Wangchuk called Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation a "victory of democracy." He said it showed the power of peaceful protest, adding, "It's a victory of peace, patience and perseverance," and thanked citizens for "shedding fear." Pradhan resigned Saturday after weeks of protests over the NEET-UG paper leak. Celebrations broke out at Jantar Mantar. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke told the crowd, "We have done it," calling it "just the beginning." Dipke also thanked CJI Surya Kant, whose "cockroach" remark sparked the movement, saying, "If he hadn't called us cockroaches, I wouldn't have come to India."

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'If There Is No Hindu-Muslim Politics, Big Thrones Will Be Shaken': Dipke After Pradhan's Resignation

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:59am on 25 Jul 2026,Saturday India

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke welcomed Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation as education minister, calling it a "victory for democracy." Speaking to supporters at Jantar Mantar, he said, "We have done it. Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned." Dipke said the resignation proves that people who don't bow to the government can force change. He added that if politics moves beyond Hindu-Muslim lines and focuses on real issues, "big thrones will be shaken." Pradhan resigned Saturday amid protests over the NEET-UG paper leak. In his letter to PM Modi, he reaffirmed his commitment to students.

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CJP Hails Pradhan's Resignation As 'Victory' For Students

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:41am on 25 Jul 2026,Saturday India

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) celebrated Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation as a win for the student movement. On X, the party wrote, "Long live student power." Pradhan quit as education minister on Saturday, after weeks of protests over NEET-UG exam irregularities. Celebrations broke out at Jantar Mantar, with students and CJP leader Dipke seen rejoicing. In his resignation letter, Pradhan said he took moral responsibility for the exam crisis. He said his government had acted quickly, involving the CBI and holding a fresh exam. He added that some people had tried to mislead students, calling it deeply painful.

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Abhijeet Dipke Celebrates As Pradhan Resigns: "Long Live Student Power"

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:40am on 25 Jul 2026,Saturday India

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke celebrated with thousands of protesters at Jantar Mantar after Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned on Saturday. A video shared by the CJP showed Dipke cheering as the news broke.   Dipke's party had been protesting since June, demanding Pradhan step down over NEET-UG exam irregularities. The CJP posted "Long live student power" on X, calling the resignation a victory for the movement. Pradhan announced his resignation on X, saying it would stop "anti-national forces" from exploiting the situation. He said he was "pained" but insisted it was not about personal prestige.

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Pradhan Says He Quit To Stop 'Anti-National Forces' From Exploiting NEET Row

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:26am on 25 Jul 2026,Saturday India

Dharmendra Pradhan resigned as education minister, saying he wanted to protect students' futures and stop "anti-national forces" from using the crisis. In a Hindi letter posted on X, he took moral responsibility for problems around the NEET-UG exam. Pradhan said his government acted fast after irregularities were found, handing the probe to the CBI, cancelling the exam, and holding a fresh test in June. He said some "responsible" people had tried to mislead students, causing him pain. He called his resignation necessary to protect national unity and keep students focused on their studies, not personal prestige.

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Dharmendra Pradhan Resigns As Education Minister After Student Protests

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:11am on 25 Jul 2026,Saturday India

Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned. He sent his resignation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and announced it on X. The move comes hours before a third round of talks between the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) and the government.   Pradhan's resignation was the protesters' main demand. The government had already agreed to drop legal cases against students and compensate families of those who died after the NEET paper leak. With his resignation, all three demands are now met.   Celebrations broke out at the Jantar Mantar protest site. The CJP posted, "Long Live Student Power."

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