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How many women have faced a “panchayat verdict” like this?
If we’re not counting it, are we even looking?
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We reached out to Faizan Ansari — the Bollywood influencer who claimed CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke is a “Pakistani agent” and paid Bollywood celebs to back the protest. Here’s exactly how the conversation went.
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Ahmedabad-based RTI activist Amit Tiwari has questioned CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke’s scholarship
Ahmedabad-based RTI activist Amit Tiwari has questioned CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke’s scholarship, education loan, and family finances. He has also complained to the Maharashtra government, alleging that Dipke’s father, a former MIDC junior engineer, could not have afforded his children’s education in the US on his repo
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Sexual harassment case filed by women wrestlers.
A Delhi court has acquitted former BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in the sexual harassment case filed by women wrestlers. The verdict comes after a prolonged legal battle that followed nationwide protests by several of India’s top wrestlers. Reacting to the judgment, wrestler Vinesh Phogat said the wrestlers were dee
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Recruitment controversy deepens in Jharkhand
As the recruitment controversy deepens in Jharkhand, the protest is entering a new phase. Student leader Devendra Nath Mahto says he is on the second day of his indefinite hunger strike, while the movement that began on 5 July continues. So far, a CID investigation has led to the arrest of several people, including for
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“Tejo Mahalaya”, a temple of Lord Shiva, and sought to perform jalabhishek
A group of women from the Akhil Bharat Hindu Mahasabha reached the Taj Mahal carrying Gangajal, claiming the monument is “Tejo Mahalaya”, a temple of Lord Shiva, and sought to perform jalabhishek. Police stopped them before they could enter the monument. The claim that the Taj Mahal was originally a Shiva temple has be
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Supreme Court has clarified that state governments can close or withdraw FIRs against students
The Supreme Court has clarified that state governments can close or withdraw FIRs against students booked for peaceful protests, even after charge sheets have been filed. The court said students shouldn’t have to carry the burden of criminal cases for exercising their democratic right to protest, while making it clear
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The FIRST election after the Jantar Mantar NEET protest
The FIRST election after the Jantar Mantar NEET protest and the BJP lost a seat it’s never lost since 1995. On its own national president’s turf.
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Comedian Kunal Kamra has shifted venues.
Comedian Kunal Kamra has shifted venues for his upcoming shows in Bengalaruru after objections and protest threats from some Hindutva outfits. The comedian announced that his Bengaluru performances would be moved to new venues, citing security concerns. The controversy has once again sparked a debate over whether organ
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The last publicly available PM CARES accounts (FY 2022–23) showed a closing balance of ₹6,283.68 cr
According to those audited records, the Fund spent around ₹7,900 crore on COVID-19 relief, including ventilators, oxygen plants, vaccines, and the PM CARES for Children scheme. However, no audited financial statements have been made public after FY 2022–23. The Fund also remains outside the RTI, parliamentary scrutiny,
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Parliament celebrates giving Vande Mataram the same legal protection as the National Anthem.
Meanwhile, many users in the comments are asking why the discussion is not focusing on Assam, where floods have claimed 80 lives and affected over 2 lakh people. The contrast has sparked a debate over what issues deserve national attention right now.
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Samajwadi Party staged a protest in Parliament
The Samajwadi Party staged a protest in Parliament over the alleged theft of Ram Mandir donation funds. SP chief Akhilesh Yadav, along with party MPs, arrived carrying placards and raising slogans. During the protest, a video showed Ayodhya MP Awadhesh Prasad carrying a donation box, which Akhilesh Yadav later shared o
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Goa Police asked to fill a detailed questionnaire
An Indian Express investigation has revealed that Goa Police asked some protesters linked to solidarity demonstrations over the paper-leak movement to fill a detailed 240-point questionnaire. According to the report, the questions covered slogans, social media activity, organisers, WhatsApp groups, funding, and whether
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The passage of the new bill has drawn mixed reactions from protest leaders.
The passage of the new bill has drawn mixed reactions from protest leaders. Sonam Wangchuk welcomed the government's move and expressed gratitude that authorities had responded to public demands. However, CJP spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka said the new law does not fully address key concerns.
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Non-bailable warrant in a 2021 Banga Bhawan protest case
Police say they were acting on a non-bailable warrant in a 2021 Banga Bhawan protest case. CPI(M), however, alleges the move was politically motivated and calls the police entry into its headquarters unlawful. The officers left without making an arrest. The case is now set for further court proceedings.
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Creating fear around exercising democratic rights and public dissent
Even after the Jantar Mantar protest ended, several social media accounts continue identifying participants, sharing photos and profiles, and seeking information about them. Critics say such campaigns target students, activists and women, creating fear around exercising democratic rights and public dissent.
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NEET paper leak turned violent in Bahadurganj, Bihar’s Kishanganj district
A major protest against the NEET paper leak turned violent in Bahadurganj, Bihar’s Kishanganj district, on July 25. Several people were injured in clashes between protesters and police. Authorities detained 22 people and registered FIRs against 46 named individuals. Now, some of those named in the FIR claim they were n
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Rahul Gandhi accused Home Minister Amit Shah
Rahul Gandhi accused Home Minister Amit Shah of ordering security forces to "shoot students" during the recent student protests, while speaking in the Lok Sabha today. The Centre rejected the allegation, saying no bullets were fired and only tear gas was used. Parts of Rahul Gandhi's remarks were later expunged from th
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LOP Rahul Gandhi raised several issues in the Lok Sabha today
LOP Rahul Gandhi raised several issues in the Lok Sabha today, including allegations of police action against students during the protests, the use of pellet guns, and claims that the Education Ministry is under RSS influence. His speech triggered a heated uproar in the House. Rahul Gandhi also questioned the absence o
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🚨 SPOT ON EXCLUSIVE | Rajya Sabha MP Mansoor Ali Khan
In an exclusive conversation with Spot On, Rajya Sabha MP Mansoor Ali Khan strongly condemned the remarks of former BJP Intellectual Cell head TG Mohandas over his controversial remarks on student protesters, calling them "totally unacceptable" in a democracy. He demanded Mohandas' immediate arrest and urged Union Home
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A by-election will be held in Bihar’s Bankipur Assembly constituency on July 30
A by-election will be held in Bihar’s Bankipur Assembly constituency on July 30, after the seat fell vacant following BJP leader Nitin Nabin’s resignation. Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor is contesting the election from the constituency. Meanwhile, Jan Suraaj workers released a video alleging that a road was being d
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A man has been arrested after a woman alleged she was harassed while waiting for her cab.
A man has been arrested by Bengaluru Police after a woman alleged she was harassed while waiting for her cab. According to her social media post, the accused, riding a vehicle bearing registration number KA03 KQ6190, allegedly propositioned her for money and made intimidating remarks that left her fearing for her safet
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Bengaluru Traffic Police personnel have been suspended after accepting bribes during traffic checks
In the first incident, a Traffic Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) attached to the Peenya Traffic Police Station was allegedly caught on camera accepting ₹200 from a young motorist near 8th Mile. The rider claimed the officer agreed to let him go after taking the cash, while bystanders recorded the exchange on their mobile
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Suspended after a video showed him firing an AK-47 during the Bihar Bandh protest
A policeman was suspended after a video showed him firing an AK-47 during the Bihar Bandh protest in Siwan. One of them, 15-year-old Md Arif, was hit in the neck by a bullet and underwent surgery. Reportedly, the officer fired at least three shots in the air, while authorities said he had no orders to open fire.
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€175,000, imposed by a French labour authority over shortcomings in Infosys’s employee work-time
The fine was €175,000 (about ₹2 crore), imposed by a French labour authority over shortcomings in Infosys’s employee work-time recording system. Authorities said the system did not fully meet legal requirements regarding reliability, auditability, and monitoring for some employee categories.
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Late-night talks between CJP representatives and government officials
Following late-night talks between CJP representatives and government officials, the Bihar government formally announced the withdrawal of cases linked to the paper leak protests and ordered the release of arrested protesters. Assam also issued a similar notification. CJP spokespersons said the Centre and other NDA-rul
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SP chief Akhilesh Yadav targeted the government in the Lok Sabha
SP chief Akhilesh Yadav targeted the government in the Lok Sabha over the NEET paper leak and the student protests. He compared the treatment of students to the Emergency era, saying that just as the Emergency led to political change, he believes the student movement will also bring about political change.
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BJP MP and actor Kangana Ranaut has sparked a fresh controversy
BJP MP and actor Kangana Ranaut has sparked a fresh controversy after making remarks about Gen Z protesters linked to the CJP movement. In a series of Instagram posts, she described protest videos as “puke-inducing” and referred to some protesters as “Generation Gutter”. She also claimed that some young women involved
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The newest voices of protest
The newest voices of protest are not on university campuses. Students of an inter college in Fatehpur are demanding what every classroom needs: basic facilities.
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solidarity protest in London
Climate activist Greta Thunberg joined a solidarity protest in London, backing Indian students protesting over the alleged paper leak and the police crackdown. Calling their movement “inspiring,” she said the students had made people around the world proud.
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Why are protesters being targeted after the march is over?
The bigger question is no longer just about the protest. Why are protesters being targeted after the march is over? And why do so many of the allegations involve Muslim participants? Coincidence, selective action, or something that deserves closer scrutiny?
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Bank manager slapped
Is VIP arrogance above accountability? Kayalvizhi Azhagiri, granddaughter of former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M Karunanidhi, has been booked by Adyar police for allegedly slapping an SBI branch manager on July 20 following a dispute over a malfunctioning lift at her commercial property, where the bank operates. The inc
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“anti-national”
Two youths were detained in Panaji after expressing support for jailed activist Umar Khalid during a gathering linked to the student protest movement. A First Information Report (FIR) would be registered against them, the police official added. Meanwhile, Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) leaders protested outside th
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National Law Institute University (NLIU)
In July 26, while addressing students at the National Law Institute University (NLIU), Bhopal, Supreme Court Justice Ujjal Bhuyan made candid remarks on a range of issues, including the functioning of courts, the judiciary, judicial accountability, criticism of judgments, protests, dissent, and the judiciary’s approach
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Pellet Neha
As per sources, CRPF probe has reportedly found that RAF personnel fired seven rounds from pellet guns during the CJP-led Parliament march, with five reportedly hitting protesters — despite Delhi Police initially denying that pellet guns were used. The protest has since been called off, and CRPF DG GP Singh says the fo
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Reservation is about more than admissions or jobs.
It is rooted in India’s long history of caste-based exclusion, discrimination, and unequal access to opportunity. While some see reservation as a tool for social justice, others call for reform or abolition.
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RSS ideologue
RSS ideologue from Kerala and BJP leader TG Mohandas made several controversial and objectionable remarks about the Jantar Mantar student movement and the women who participated in it during an appearance on a YouTube channel. This is not the first time he has courted controversy. He has previously faced criticism over
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The CJP protest may be over
The CJP protest may be over, but the political debate isn't. BJP Delhi's latest Instagram post features visuals of protesters in burqas and skullcaps while questioning who protested in Delhi and why they weren't protesting elsewhere. The post has triggered criticism over its selective portrayal of a protest that saw pa
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High drama in Belagavi, where a Congress meeting to select the next City Congress president
High drama in Belagavi, where a Congress meeting to select the next City Congress president descended into a physical clash. Congress workers reportedly came to blows at the party office even as observers were present for the meeting. The situation escalated to the point where police had to intervene and restore order.
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India has just made history.
Fresh off a double-gold victory at the 2026 Asian Lacrosse Games, both India's men's and women's teams are proving that the country is becoming a serious force in one of the world's oldest team sports. In this conversation, Indian men's team vice-captain Gunish Singh Bedi speaks to Spot On's Manas Gera about the Indige
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What do you think accountability should look like for those in power?
Political careers often come full circle. Statements, protests, and promises from the past don't disappear, they become part of the public record. When similar situations arise years later, comparisons are inevitable. What do you think accountability should look like for those in power?
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Delhi Police used tear gas yet again
#SpotOnground 20 miuntes before resignation Delhi Police used tear gas
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Students detained by Delhi Police
Five students returning from Jantar Mantar to Jamia were detained by Delhi Police. Social activist Zeba Khan and journalist Afazal Aalam later secured their release.
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When protests need better safety gear than cricket.
#SpotOnGround When protests need better safety gear than cricket.
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The protest is evolving into a living, breathing system.
The energy and numbers at Jantar Mantar are swelling. The protest is evolving into a living, breathing system. But this is also calling for organisation and chain of command so youth can rally the right way. Share this until it reaches the right ears #SpotOnGround #studentprotest #jantarmantar #delhiprotest
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Sonam Wangchuk to end his hunger strike
Former Union Minister and one of the founding members of the BJP, Dr. Murli Manohar Joshi, has publicly spoken for the first time about the ongoing student protests in Delhi. The situation appears so serious that one of the founding members of the world’s largest political party has felt compelled to hold the governmen
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Students in India are not standing alone.
At a solidarity gathering in Oxford, members of The Indian Workers' Association, UK, came together to support the CJP protest in India, calling for accountability, transparency, and justice in the education system. From thousands of miles away, they reaffirmed that distance does not diminish responsibility, and that th
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Students at Jantar Mantar are masking up
Students at Jantar Mantar are masking up, but not because of pollution. Delhi Police has deployed AI-powered facial recognition vans and 360-degree cameras to monitor the protest. Police say the technology is only used to identify wanted criminals. But as students cover their faces, a bigger question emerges: Where doe
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Uttarakhand Police
Uttarakhand Police has alleged that the constable who resigned from his job at Jantar Mantar in the presence of the CJP founding president has a criminal background. According to the police, the constable was involved in illegally occupying people's land in association with a gangster. The police further claimed that h
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi's old statements
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's old statements from his time as Gujarat Chief Minister often resurface. Amid the ongoing CJP protests, one of his 2014 posts on X is back in the spotlight, with users flooding it with comments. Congress Rajya Sabha MP Pawan Khera quoted the post, writing, "Yes, please. Kab ki ticket karay
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Hindu Raksha Dal chief Pinky Chaudhary
Hindu Raksha Dal chief Pinky Chaudhary has announced that the group will reach Jantar Mantar on July 26, ahead of the ongoing protests.
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The debate is no longer limited to the streets.
As more political conversations move online, decisions made by platforms can shape what millions see and what they don’t. That’s why transparency in content moderation matters, especially when videos document public protests. Swipe through the timeline and decide for yourself. @unfiltered_bysamdish
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The debate is no longer limited to the streets.
As more political conversations move online, decisions made by platforms can shape what millions see and what they don’t. That’s why transparency in content moderation matters, especially when videos document public protests. Swipe through the timeline and decide for yourself. @unfiltered_bysamdish
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civil lawsuit
Journalist Rana Ayyub says X has informed her that it received a civil lawsuit alleging several of her posts violate Indian laws. She shared a screenshot of an email from X listing multiple posts that are part of the legal challenge.
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Anna Hazare is back on the streets.
The anti-corruption crusader has begun a silent protest in support of students agitating in Delhi, urging the government to choose dialogue over confrontation. From leading one of India's biggest public movements to standing with a new generation of protesters, Hazare says their voices deserve to be heard.
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"Allahu Akbar"
A viral video was shared by ruling party supporters, claiming it showed "Allahu Akbar" slogans at a CJP protest. However, Alt News co-founder Mohammed Zubair shared a fact-check on X, showing that the video's actual context was different and the viral claim was misleading.
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WhatsApp issued a clarification claiming the account was restricted "by mistake" before restoring
Former Delhi MLA from Greater Kailash Saurabh Bhardwaj shared a video showing how supporters of the student-led CJP PROTEST in Delhi found their WhatsApp accounts suddenly suspended while sharing updates about their peaceful demonstrations. Meta/WhatsApp issued a clarification claiming the account was restricted "by mi
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#SpotOnground
Spot On spoke to women's rights activist Yogita Bhayana, who has been working with survivors of r@pe & gender-based violence for over a decade. She has also recently been at the forefront of demanding justice for the Unnao r@pe survivor.
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#SpotOnground
Spot On spoke to AAP leader, former Delhi Health Minister and party spokesperson Saurabh Bharadwaj, who claimed the Congress was absent from the students' protest at Jantar Mantar, despite Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi subsequently holding a press conference, leading a march towards the Prime Minister's residence w