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Indian Education Minister Resigns Amid Youth Demands for Accountability
WorldFrance 2418d ago

Indian Education Minister Resigns Amid Youth Demands for Accountability

India's Education Minister has resigned, marking what a spokesperson for the Nationalist Congress Party described as an "exhilarating moment" for India's youth who are demanding accountability from the Modi government. This concession comes as the younger generation challenges the hardline administration.

Pralhad Joshi Takes Charge as India's New Education Minister
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Pralhad Joshi Takes Charge as India's New Education Minister

Pralhad Joshi has assumed office as India's new education minister, succeeding Dharmendra Pradhan. His appointment follows a period of student protests and discussions surrounding educational policies.

Sonia Gandhi Criticizes Modi Govt's Treatment of Protesters
CultureTimes of India24d ago

Sonia Gandhi Criticizes Modi Govt's Treatment of Protesters

Sonia Gandhi criticized the Modi government's handling of recent protests, stating that it treated demonstrators as 'enemies of the nation.' Her remarks specifically addressed police action during protests over the alleged NEET paper leak and the state of the education system, calling for accountability.

Rahul Gandhi Criticizes Telegram Ban Amid NEET Controversy
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-times2mo ago2 sources

Rahul Gandhi Criticizes Telegram Ban Amid NEET Controversy

Rahul Gandhi and Arvind Kejriwal criticized the government's ban on Telegram ahead of the re-NEET exam, questioning the 'absurd' step and suggesting it targets students rather than the leak networks. Gandhi urged the Modi government to strike at the mafia instead of students.

INDIA Bloc Meets Amidst Internal Dissent and Calls for Unity
WorldTimes of Indiaindian-express2mo ago2 sources

INDIA Bloc Meets Amidst Internal Dissent and Calls for Unity

The INDIA bloc convened in Delhi, with Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge urging united resistance against the Modi government's alleged misgovernance. However, the meeting was overshadowed by the appearance of anti-Congress posters criticizing Rahul Gandhi's consistency.

Sonia Gandhi Demands Census Before Delimitation
PoliticsTimes of India4mo ago

Sonia Gandhi Demands Census Before Delimitation

Sonia Gandhi has questioned the Modi government's planned delimitation, arguing it must follow a census and be politically equitable, emphasizing that states pioneering family planning should not be disadvantaged.

India's Youth Protest Movement Challenges Modi Government
PoliticsFrance 24Dawnjapan-times+2channel-news-asiaexpress-tribune9d ago5 sources

India's Youth Protest Movement Challenges Modi Government

India's youth protest movement, dubbed the 'cockroach' movement, continues to pressure the Modi government. Protesters are facing an online backlash but remain a significant challenge to the current administration.

Gen-Z's 'Cockroach Janata Party' Holds First Major Protest in New Delhi
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Gen-Z's 'Cockroach Janata Party' Holds First Major Protest in New Delhi

Thousands of young people, led by the 'Cockroach Janata Party' founder Abhijeet Dipke, gathered at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi for their first significant protest. The movement, which has gained viral traction, aims to challenge the Modi government and advocate for youth concerns.

CUET Exam Delays Spark Political Criticism Against Modi Government
Politicshindustan-times2mo ago

CUET Exam Delays Spark Political Criticism Against Modi Government

Delays in the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) have drawn sharp criticism from opposition parties, including Arvind Kejriwal, who questioned the Modi government's competence. This incident follows previous controversies surrounding the NEET and CBSE exams, leading to calls for an 'educated PM'.

Pakistan's FO Responds to Jaishankar's 'Crude Remarks'
WorldDawn4mo ago

Pakistan's FO Responds to Jaishankar's 'Crude Remarks'

Pakistan's Foreign Office asserts that India's External Affairs Minister Jaishankar's "crude remarks" are driven by frustration, while the Indian opposition criticizes the Modi government over Pakistan's increasing diplomatic relevance.

Indian State of Kerala to be Renamed Keralam
WorldThe Guardian5mo ago

Indian State of Kerala to be Renamed Keralam

The Indian state of Kerala is set to be officially renamed 'Keralam' to align with its local pronunciation in the Malayalam language, a proposal approved by the Modi government.

India's Gen Z 'Cockroach Movement' Challenges Government Online
PoliticsbloombergDaily Sabah17d ago2 sources

India's Gen Z 'Cockroach Movement' Challenges Government Online

India's Gen Z, dubbed the 'Cockroach Movement,' is utilizing social media platforms like Instagram to voice their dissent and challenge the Modi government's policies. This youth movement is characterized by its online activism and ability to outwit traditional political strategies.

Student Protests in India Intensify, Challenging Modi Government
Worldtagesschauchannel-news-asia26d ago2 sources

Student Protests in India Intensify, Challenging Modi Government

Student protests, dubbed the 'cockroach movement,' are intensifying across India, maintaining pressure on the Modi government. These demonstrations, fueled by issues like exam paper leaks, are providing a rare opening for the opposition.

NDA Celebrates 12 Years of Modi Government
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express+1ndtv2mo ago4 sources

NDA Celebrates 12 Years of Modi Government

The NDA government is celebrating 12 years under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, marking a significant milestone in Indian political history. Constituents of the NDA are meeting to commemorate the anniversary and reflect on the government's welfare schemes and achievements.

Modi Government Bans Sugar Exports
Politicsindian-express3mo ago

Modi Government Bans Sugar Exports

The Modi government has implemented a ban on sugar exports, with the article detailing three primary reasons behind this significant economic policy decision.