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Delhi BJP to hold protests outside homes of 22 AAP MLAs

Delhi BJP to hold protests outside homes of 22 AAP MLAs

The Delhi BJP will stage simultaneous protests outside the residences of 22 Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLAs on Monday over their opposition to the Delhi Lakshmi Yojana in the Assembly, a party leader said. Delhi BJP General Secretary ML Gihara will coordinate the simultaneous protests, which are scheduled to begin at 8 am outside the residences of the AAP MLAs, the leader said in a statement on Sunday, reported IANS.  Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Arvind Kejriwal stopped during march to PM Modi's residence over E20 petrol

Arvind Kejriwal stopped during march to PM Modi's residence over E20 petrol

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal and several senior party leaders were stopped by the Delhi Police on Tuesday while attempting to march towards the Prime Minister’s residence to submit more than 2.30 lakh petitions opposing the promotion of E20 petrol. After being prevented from proceeding further, Kejriwal, former Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia, AAP leader Jasmine Shah and other party leaders staged a sit-in protest on Firoz Shah Road. The AAP said it had collected over 2.30 lakh signatures from people across the country as part of its campaign against E20 petrol, alleging that the ethanol-blended fuel has adversely affected vehicle owners. AAP seeks option of pure petrol at fuel stations Addressing party workers and supporters before the march began, Kejriwal said the petitions reflected concerns raised by vehicle owners and urged the central government to reconsider its policy on ethanol-blended fuel. “We are going to the Prime Minister’s residence with over 2.30 lakh petitions signed by people from across the country. We want the government to listen to the concerns …

SC asks Centre to preserve RAF ammunition log in NEET protest case

SC asks Centre to preserve RAF ammunition log in NEET protest case

The Supreme Court on Thursday directed the Centre to preserve the ammunition log of the Rapid Action Force (RAF) deployed during the July 20 student protest at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar, while hearing a petition alleging the use of metallic pellet guns against demonstrators protesting the alleged NEET paper leak. The court also asked the Delhi government to ensure the best possible medical treatment for those who sustained pellet injuries during the protest, including petitioners Prashant Kumar and Sheikh Irshad Mansoori. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Withdraw cases filed against protesters or protests will resume: CJP to govt

Withdraw cases filed against protesters or protests will resume: CJP to govt

The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) on Monday said it was awaiting a written assurance from the government regarding the withdrawal of criminal cases filed against protesters and organisers during its 36-day agitation at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar, reported the PTI. The organisation warned that it could restart its protest if the promised agreement is not received by Tuesday. Addressing a press conference, CJP national spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka said the withdrawal of FIRs was among the key issues discussed during the third round of talks with the government before the protest was called off, news agency reported. Ranka claimed that an agreement was reached to withdraw cases filed against protesters and organisers across the country and ensure that no fresh FIRs would be registered against those involved in the movement. He said the CJP had submitted a draft agreement to Union Ministers J P Nadda and Jitendra Singh, and the government had agreed to provide a written document after legal consultations. Warning of renewed agitation Ranka said the organisation was waiting for the written agreement and expected …

Dharmendra Pradhan resigns, Pralhad Joshi named new Education Minister

Dharmendra Pradhan resigns, Pralhad Joshi named new Education Minister

Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned from his post on Saturday following Cockroach Janta Party-led student protests across the country demanding his ouster over the NEET paper leak issue. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi has been appointed as the new Education Minister following Pradhan’s resignation. Pradhan said it is not a matter of “individual prestige” for him. He said, “I took responsibility for the NEET paper leak from day one,” adding that anti-national forces should not be allowed to take advantage of the situation at the Jantar Mantar and across the country. He expressed deep distress over individuals in “responsible positions misleading” students and creating obstacles for political gain. Reflecting on over four decades of service to educational reform, Pradhan reaffirmed his commitment to the youth and the nation’s future. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Rahul Gandhi congratulates students after Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation

Rahul Gandhi congratulates students after Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday congratulated students over Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation and urged other groups to show courage and stand up, saying it is time to remove the government. “We hold Amit Shah directly responsible for the violence that has taken place against our students. He authorised the shooting of our students… the use of lethal weapons, including pellet guns, against our students… This will be a major issue in Parliament,” the Leader of Opposition said. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Delhi liquor shops to close by 8 pm amid Jantar Mantar protests

Delhi liquor shops to close by 8 pm amid Jantar Mantar protests

Liquor shops across Delhi will close by 8 pm instead of the usual 10 pm over the weekend as a precautionary measure amid the ongoing student protest at Jantar Mantar, government officials said on Saturday. The Delhi government said the temporary reduction in operating hours was implemented following inputs from the Delhi Police, which recommended additional preventive measures to maintain law and order in central Delhi. Shops to shut two hours earlier According to officials, liquor vends across the national capital will operate with reduced business hours over the weekend and close at 8 pm, two hours earlier than their regular closing time. The decision has been taken as a precaution while demonstrations continue at Jantar Mantar. Officials said the measure is intended to minimise the possibility of any untoward incidents during the protest period and help security agencies maintain public order. Decision based on police inputs Government officials said the Delhi Police had flagged the need for additional precautions in view of the ongoing agitation and advised temporary restrictions in the central part of …

Jantar Mantar erupts in celebration after Dharmendra Pradhan resigns

Jantar Mantar erupts in celebration after Dharmendra Pradhan resigns

Celebrations broke out at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on Saturday after Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned over the NEET paper leak controversy, with protesters dancing, waving the national flag and chanting patriotic slogans. The demonstration, led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), turned into a celebration as supporters hugged each other, raised slogans of “Vande Mataram” and hailed the resignation as a victory for the student-led agitation. Protesters celebrate with tricolours and patriotic songs As news of the resignation spread, protesters gathered at the demonstration site waving the tricolour and dancing to the patriotic song “Chak De! India.” Many participants also held portraits and posters of Dr B.R. Ambedkar, describing the minister’s resignation as the outcome of sustained democratic protests over alleged examination irregularities. Security arrangements remained in place at the protest venue as celebrations continued. Dipke says resignation reflects power of democratic protest Addressing the gathering, CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke said the resignation demonstrated the strength of peaceful public movements. “They used to say that this government does not see resignations. We …

Delhi school announces hybrid mode classes amid protests

Delhi school announces hybrid mode classes amid protests

New Delhi’s RS Junior Modern School has announced that it will conduct classes in the hybrid mode from Friday, July 24 until further notice, citing the “ongoing situation in Central Delhi.” In a circular issued on Thursday, the school said students from Nursery to Class 5 could attend classes either physically or online. (Representative image/AFP) In a circular issued on Thursday, the school said students from Nursery to Class 5 could attend classes either physically or online. “Due to the ongoing situation in Central Delhi, the school will be conducting classes in the hybrid mode (both physical and online mode) w.e.f. 24th July, 2026 till further notice,” the circular said. The school clarified that students attending classes from home would continue to follow the regular school timetable by logging into their Microsoft Teams accounts. It also instructed students to maintain school decorum, wear the prescribed school uniform during online classes and raise any queries with teachers only after school hours through Teams. The circular added that school buses would continue to operate according to the …

16 stations shut amid heightened security over Jantar Mantar protest

16 stations shut amid heightened security over Jantar Mantar protest

Sixteen Delhi Metro stations in central Delhi, including Lok Kalyan Marg, Rajiv Chowk, Patel Chowk and Central Secretariat, remained closed on Wednesday amid heightened security in view of the ongoing Jantar Mantar protest. According to IANS, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) said that while the stations have been closed for entry and exit, interchange facilities will continue to remain operational at Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House and Central Secretariat, allowing commuters to switch metro lines. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link