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'No negotiation on Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation', CJP to continue protest

IANS | July 23, 2026 11:18 AM

New Delhi, July 23 (IANS) The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) on Thursday said that it will not negotiate on the demands seeking the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over exam paper leaks, while maintaining that if the Centre wants to communicate with the agitators, it will have to hold a meeting at the protest site at Jantar Mantar.

India remains among fastest growing major economies despite global uncertainties: RBI

IANS | July 23, 2026 9:53 AM

New Delhi, July 23 (IANS) Amid global uncertainties, India remains among the fastest growing major economies across the globe and has been able to sustain the momentum in economic activities through June, and both industrial and services sector indicators remained firm in India, according to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).

Nothing is more important than the welfare and future of our youth: PM Modi

IANS | July 23, 2026 9:51 AM

New Delhi, July 23 (IANS) Amid the ongoing protests over exam paper leaks, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday stated that "welfare and future of youths" are of utmost priority for the government.

PM Modi announces fast-track courts to ensure stringent punishment for paper leak accused, issues warning

IANS | July 23, 2026 9:32 AM

New Delhi, July 23 (IANS) Amid the ongoing protests over exam paper leaks, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday stated that the government has decided to set up fast-track courts to ensure swift and stringent punishment for those involved in paper leaks, and also issued a warning to those trying to harm the future of youth.

India aims to scientifically close 147 coal mines over next 2-3 years

IANS | July 23, 2026 9:14 AM

New Delhi, July 23 (IANS) India has transformed the philosophy of mine closure, viewing it not as the end of mining but as the beginning of new opportunities for people, communities and sustainable development, according to the government.

Jantar Mantar protest: Delhi Police personnel injured in violence; Special CP visits hospital

IANS | July 23, 2026 9:04 AM

New Delhi, July 23 (IANS) Several Delhi Police personnel sustained serious injuries after a group of miscreants clashed with security forces during the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)-led protest at Jantar Mantar on Wednesday night, officials said on Thursday.

16 Delhi Metro stations shut amid security concerns following late-night clashes at Jantar Mantar protest

IANS | July 23, 2026 7:46 AM

New Delhi, July 23 (IANS) Sixteen Delhi Metro stations, including Lok Kalyan Marg, Rajiv Chowk, Patel Chowk and Central Secretariat, were closed on Thursday as security was intensified across the national capital in the wake of the violence linked to the Jantar Mantar protest.

Manipur: Suspected militants blow up bridge in Kamjong

IANS | July 22, 2026 11:07 PM

Imphal, July 22 (IANS) Suspected militants blew up a bailey bridge over the Namban River in Manipur’s Kamjong district using Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), severely disrupting road connectivity to several remote villages, officials said on Wednesday.

Opposition used ‘goons’ in student protests: Rajasthan BJP chief

IANS | July 22, 2026 10:36 PM

Jaipur, July 22 (IANS) Rajasthan BJP president Madan Rathore on Wednesday accused the opposition of using “hired goons” during protests over the alleged paper leak issue, claiming the agitation was politically motivated rather than student‑led.

Bengal: CPI-M backs Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka; calls for united ‘anti-BJP’ front

IANS | July 22, 2026 10:36 PM

Kolkata, July 22 (IANS) CPI-M Politburo member and West Bengal State Committee Secretary Md Salim on Wednesday extended solidarity with Congress leaders, Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi, who were detained in the national capital on Tuesday following their protest, and called for further strengthening of anti‑Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) forces in the country.

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'No negotiation on Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation', CJP to continue protest

India remains among fastest growing major economies despite global uncertainties: RBI

Nothing is more important than the welfare and future of our youth: PM Modi

PM Modi announces fast-track courts to ensure stringent punishment for paper leak accused, issues warning

India aims to scientifically close 147 coal mines over next 2-3 years

Jantar Mantar protest: Delhi Police personnel injured in violence; Special CP visits hospital

16 Delhi Metro stations shut amid security concerns following late-night clashes at Jantar Mantar protest

Manipur: Suspected militants blow up bridge in Kamjong

Opposition used ‘goons’ in student protests: Rajasthan BJP chief

Bengal: CPI-M backs Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka; calls for united ‘anti-BJP’ front

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