Srishty Mishra

Union Minister and BJP president JP Nadda on Monday appealed to the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) to end its ongoing protest after holding discussions with the group's representatives over their demands related to the alleged NEET-UG paper leak. Nadda said the talks were held in a cordial atmosphere, adding that the delegation submitted a written memorandum outlining its concerns.

The Monsoon Session of Parliament began on Monday with contrasting scenes in the two Houses. While the Rajya Sabha continued its scheduled oath-taking ceremony for newly elected members, including Trinamool Congress leader Sushmita Dev, the Lok Sabha witnessed repeated disruptions due to Opposition protests.

Thousands of protesters gathered at Delhi's Jantar Mantar on Monday despite heavy rain and extensive security arrangements as the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) proceeded with its proposed 'Sansad Chalo' march, demanding accountability over alleged examination irregularities.

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday criticised the Centre over the NEET controversy and accused the government of ignoring the concerns of students and protesters. Questioning the government's accountability, Yadav asked whether such governance reflected the vision of "Amrit Kaal"

Trinamool Congress (TMC) Rajya Sabha leader Derek O'Brien on Sunday wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging him to convene an all-party meeting to discuss the Centre's proposed legislation on delimitation and amendments to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA).

More than half of the women receiving financial assistance under the Punjab government's Mukh Mantri Maawan Dhian Satkar Yojana belong to the 36–59 age group, according to beneficiary data released by the state. Women aged 36–45 account for 25.2 per cent of beneficiaries, while those between 46 and 59 years make up 25.4 per cent, together representing over half of all recipients under the scheme.