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25 Jul

Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann Unveils Multi-Speciality Capital Hospital in Moga to Boost Healthcare in Malwa

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Moga (Gurpreet Singh): Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday inaugurated the state-of-the-art 120-bed ‘Capital Hospital’ in Moga, noting that the facility will significantly strengthen access to advanced healthcare in the Malwa region. Calling it the first National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers (NABH)-accredited multi-speciality hospital in Moga district, the Chief Minister said the hospital will provide specialised treatment for critical illnesses closer to people’s homes. The Chief Minister stated that eligible patients will be able to avail cashless treatment under the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna and Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY), while the Punjab…

25 Jul

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi Stepped Up to Lead Education Portfolio After Dharmendra Pradhan Quits

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): In a major cabinet reshuffle, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi has taken on the portfolio of Education Minister following the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan. Joshi, who currently oversees the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, will now manage the Education Ministry as an additional responsibility according to a press release issued from Rashtrapati Bhavan. The official notification detailed that the President of India formally accepted Pradhan's departure with immediate effect upon the counsel of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. To maintain continuity in ministry functions, the President subsequently assigned the additional education responsibilities to Joshi alongside…

25 Jul

CJP Chief Abhijeet Dipke Refuses to Clear Jantar Mantar Until Suicide Compensation and Police Action Demands Met

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Cockroach Janta Party Founding President Abhijeet Dipke has affirmed that the ongoing demonstration at Delhi's Jantar Mantar will continue unabated, despite the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Addressing press members and fellow agitators at the protest venue, Dipke stressed that while the minister's departure addresses a fundamental concern, the broader agitation will persist under democratic norms until full accountability and financial restitution are achieved for affected families. Outlining the movement's remaining priorities, Dipke presented two non-negotiable demands to the central government. He insisted on an immediate compensation of one crore rupees for every family…

25 Jul

Dharmendra Pradhan Steps Down as Education Minister, Defends Reforms in Farewell Message

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned from the Union Cabinet, ending weeks of speculation following the NEET-UG 2026 controversy and the nationwide debate over examination reforms. In a detailed farewell letter addressed to students, Pradhan said the interests of young people had always guided his decisions and reiterated his commitment to building a transparent and inclusive education system. The former minister, who said he had spent more than four decades working for students, teachers and educational reforms, described quality education as the foundation of a strong nation. He thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for entrusting…

25 Jul

Rahul Gandhi Escalates Pressure on Centre, Calls for Education Minister’s Dismissal Over Student Protest Row

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Congress leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi has sharpened his criticism of the Centre over the ongoing student agitation linked to the alleged NEET paper leak, asserting that the protesters' key demands cannot be diluted or negotiated. He maintained that the movement would not be satisfied with cosmetic measures and urged the government to take decisive action. Addressing reporters, Gandhi said the first and foremost demand of the protesting students is the removal of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. He alleged that replacing the minister with another portfolio would not…

25 Jul

Piyush Goyal Files Police Complaint Over AI-Generated Deepfake Video; Government Orders Swift Action

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has filed a police complaint after an AI-generated deepfake video falsely attributed inflammatory remarks to him regarding the ongoing Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protests. Authorities have initiated legal proceedings, while the Centre has directed immediate action to curb the circulation of the manipulated content across digital platforms. The fabricated video, which gained traction on social media, appeared to show the minister making provocative comments against CJP supporters. The clip quickly drew attention online before government fact-checking agencies confirmed that it had been digitally altered using artificial intelligence. According to…

25 Jul

Delhi Tightens Security as CJP Protest Enters Fourth Day, Metro Curbs Continue

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Security measures have been significantly intensified across the national capital as the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest entered its fourth consecutive day, prompting authorities to reinforce barricades, deploy additional police personnel, and continue restrictions around sensitive locations. At the same time, 18 Delhi Metro stations remained closed to passengers as a precautionary measure. Police officials have strengthened security in several parts of central Delhi, particularly around the Jantar Mantar protest site and other high-security zones. Multiple layers of iron barricades have been installed, with several of them fastened together using heavy chains and welding to prevent…

25 Jul

Abhijeet Dipke Says He Has Typhoid, Vows CJP Protest Will Continue Until Education Minister Resigns

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke has revealed that he has been diagnosed with typhoid but asserted that his health condition will not weaken the ongoing nationwide movement over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak controversy. In a video message shared on social media, Dipke said he is undergoing treatment and receiving intravenous (IV) medication twice a day while continuing to monitor the protest. Dipke informed supporters that medical tests confirmed he was suffering from typhoid after several days of illness. He said doctors have placed him on treatment, including daily IV drips, but insisted that…

25 Jul

Donald Trump Says US Pursuing Diplomacy Even as Military Pressure on Iran Intensifies

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Washington, D.C. (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump has indicated that Washington is simultaneously pursuing diplomatic engagement with Iran while keeping the option of intensified military action firmly on the table, as the conflict between the two countries entered another tense phase. Speaking at the White House after more than a dozen consecutive nights of American strikes on Iranian targets, Trump said the United States has not ruled out any course of action. According to him, the administration is weighing whether to continue sustained military operations or seek a negotiated settlement if Tehran demonstrates genuine willingness to engage. The President…

25 Jul

Sonam Wangchuk Says Fast Ended to Prevent Crackdown, Denies Any Deal with Centre

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Environmental activist and education reform advocate Sonam Wangchuk has clarified that his decision to end his 26-day hunger strike was driven by concerns over the safety of protesting students rather than any political understanding with the Centre. Rejecting allegations of a compromise, Wangchuk said the move was taken to avoid a possible police crackdown and prevent violence against demonstrators. In a video message released late Friday, Wangchuk said the atmosphere in Delhi had become increasingly tense, prompting fears that authorities might resort to force against those participating in the agitation. Drawing a parallel with the police…