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Protesters Vow to Continue Movement Despite Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation

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Student protesters in India have vowed to continue their movement despite the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, who stepped down over alleged NEET exam irregularities.

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Protesters Vow to Continue Movement Despite Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation

The Hyderabad-based Disha Students' Organisation said that the resignation was a victory for the student-youth movement, but the movement must continue until all demands are met. The protesters have been demanding the resignation of Pradhan and other actions from the government. The movement has been ongoing for several days, with students from across the country participating in protests and demonstrations.

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Rahul Gandhi Calls for Removal of Government Amid Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation

Rahul Gandhi, the leader of the opposition in Lok Sabha, has reacted to the resignation of education minister Dharmendra Pradhan, saying that the time has come to remove the government. Pradhan resigned amid massive students' protests over alleged irregularities in government exams. Gandhi met a section of protesting students at his 10 Janpath residence earlier on Saturday and congratulated them on their victory. According to Gandhi, the government's failure to address the concerns of students has led to the resignation of Pradhan. The opposition leader has called for the removal of the government, saying that it has failed to deliver on its promises.

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Dharmendra Pradhan Tenders Resignation as Union Education Minister

Dharmendra Pradhan, the Union Education Minister, has tendered his resignation, citing the ongoing protests at the Jantar Mantar. The protests, led by the Cockroach Janta Party, have been demanding his accountability over the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak and irregularities in the CBSE's on-screen marking process. Pradhan's resignation comes after widespread criticism of his handling of the situation. The NEET-UG 2026 paper leak has sparked outrage across the country, with many students and parents demanding justice. The government has announced plans to introduce a new bill to amend the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, which proposes to increase jail terms up to 10 years and fines up to Rs 10 crore for offences related to paper leaks. The bill is expected to be tabled in Parliament on Monday.

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Dharmendra Pradhan Resigns as Union Education Minister Amid Jantar Mantar Protests

Dharmendra Pradhan announced his resignation on social media, stating that he had tendered his resignation due to his concerns over recent events. The protests at Jantar Mantar have been ongoing for several days, with demonstrators demanding various reforms and changes to government policies. Pradhan's resignation is seen as a significant development in the ongoing protests, which have been gaining momentum in recent days. The government has been facing mounting pressure to address the demands of the protesters, and Pradhan's resignation may be seen as a concession to the protesters' demands. The exact reasons behind Pradhan's resignation are unclear, but it is believed to be related to the ongoing protests at Jantar Mantar and nationwide.

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Jantar Mantar Protest: CJP Demands Pradhan's Resignation

The CJP is demanding the resignation of Pradhan, with the protest ongoing at Jantar Mantar. The authorities are trying to resolve the issue peacefully, with the police and the CJP engaging in talks. The situation is being closely monitored by the authorities and the media, who are trying to provide accurate information to the public. The protest has been ongoing for several days, with the CJP demanding the resignation of Pradhan.

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CJP Demands Clarity on Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation

The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) has written to the Centre seeking clarity on Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over the NEET-UG paper leak controversy. The CJP has threatened to take a tough stance if the Centre fails to clarify its stand. The party's representatives met union ministers JP Nadda and Ji on Saturday, where they reiterated their demand for Pradhan's resignation. The CJP has been leading a hunger strike in solidarity with the demand, with Sonam Wangchuk being one of the participants. The Centre has sought time to respond to the CJP's demands, which has been met with skepticism by the party.

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Opposition Parties Insist on Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation, Parliament Stalemate Continues

The opposition parties have scheduled a meeting on Monday to strategise for the remaining 14 working days of the session. The demand for Pradhan's resignation has been a major point of contention between the government and opposition parties. The opposition parties have accused the government of not taking their demands seriously, while the government has accused the opposition of being obstructionist. The stalemate has resulted in no business being conducted in the Parliament, and the opposition parties have threatened to continue their protests until their demands are met.

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President Murmu accepts Ravneet Singh Bittu's resignation as Union minister

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Mumbai street artist Tyler on his stencil becoming a protest symbol at Jantar Mantar

Women at Jantar Mantar protest struggle for toilets, water as basic facilities remain out of reach.

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Mumbai street artist Tyler on his stencil becoming a protest symbol at Jantar Mantar

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Congress to PM Modi: 'Before Coming to Parliament, Dismiss Dharmendra Pradhan'

The Congress has asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi to dismiss Dharmendra Pradhan before coming to Parliament, in response to the government's announcement of a Bill to tackle paper leaks. The Congress has accused the government of being desperate and hassled-looking. The party has also claimed that the Prime Minister's lack of commitment to accountability is a major concern. The government has announced a Bill to tackle paper leaks, which will be introduced in Parliament next week.

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