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RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said Generation Z protesters are not anti-national and that their concerns are genuine. Calling for education reforms and greater dialogue, he urged democratic engagement while encouraging youth to remain rooted in Indian values and leadership.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said Generation Z is more honest than previous generations and defended the right to peaceful protest. He called for education reforms, supported greater public investment in education, and said the LGBTQ+ community is an integral part of society.

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke said India's student protesters should draw inspiration from Mahatma Gandhi instead of Bangladesh or Nepal. He outlined the organisation's expansion plans, backed student movements across India and called for greater investment in education and compensation for NEET victims' families

The Supreme Court will hear petitions alleging police brutality during protests over exam irregularities and the NEET paper leak. The court may consider constituting an SIT, while earlier directing states to avoid coercive action against student protesters and preserve evidence

AIIO Chief Imam Umer Ahmed Ilyasi condemned abusive remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi during recent student protests, urging peaceful and dignified dissent. He said violence, damage to public property and offensive language undermine democratic values and harm India's image

Actress Tanushree Dutta urged Gen Z to express their anger responsibly and focus on national security, saying leadership should not be destabilised during border tensions. She shared her views through a social media post and an accompanying video.

The Supreme Court restrained states from taking coercive action against student protesters over exam irregularity agitations and directed preservation of digital evidence. The court said allegations of police excesses and violence require a fair probe while seeking responses from six states

Actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut triggered controversy after calling Gen Z protesters "Generation Gutter" and describing protest videos as "puke inducing". Her remarks sparked widespread criticism from Congress leaders and social media users following the end of the CJP-led agitation

The Supreme Court ordered the release of eligible student protesters under 18 without criminal records and directed preservation of digital evidence from NEET paper leak demonstrations. The court sought responses from states, calling allegations of police excesses deserving of fair investigation

Bihar Police Headquarters reported that 694 people, including many students and minors, were detained during statewide protests on July 25. While 339 were released after verification, 355 were produced before court for alleged violent acts. The clashes left 91 police personnel injured, including senior officers, and caused damage to government property.

The Supreme Court will hear two petitions alleging excessive police force against students protesting the NEET paper leak and exam irregularities. The pleas challenge the July 20 crackdown in Delhi, while the Delhi High Court has already sought responses and ordered preservation of evidence

The Congress criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for not referring to the student protests and alleged police brutality in his Mann Ki Baat address, accusing the government of ignoring concerns over education even after the month-long NEET agitation ended

Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee urged young people to critically assess celebrities, influencers and sports personalities who remained silent during the student protests over alleged exam irregularities, saying public support should go to those who stand with people during crises

The opposition will intensify its attack on the government in Parliament over the alleged police action against protesting students, demanding accountability and an apology from the prime minister while finalising its stand on the proposed amendments to the anti-paper leak law ahead of debate

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor praised Gen Z students for forcing Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation through persistent protests. Tharoor called it a victory for democracy while emphasizing that comprehensive examination reforms and accountability are still urgently needed

Embracing a Supreme Court remark intended as an insult, the Cockroach Janata Party evolved from a satirical digital page into a nationwide mass student movement. Amplified by social media, Sonam Wangchuk, and public support, the 36-day agitation culminated in Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation

In a social media statement following his resignation, outgoing Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan framed his exit as a conscious act of moral restraint to protect national unity and prevent anti-social elements from co-opting student protests over the NEET issue

BJP President Nitin Nabin commended Dharmendra Pradhan's decision to resign as Education Minister, calling it a display of high integrity. While the Cockroach Janta Party hailed the resignation as their first victory after 36 days of NEET-related protests, agitation continues

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) called off its month-long NEET agitation on Saturday after the Centre accepted its demands, including Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. The government also agreed to withdraw all FIRs and provide compensation to affected families

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra demanded Prime Minister Narendra Modi apologize to students protesting NEET irregularities over alleged police action. Criticizing the PM's social media activity during the crisis, she urged him to show leadership and sack the responsible minister