A new social media-led citizens’ movement calling itself the ‘E20 Janta Party’ has rapidly gained attention online, emerging as a fresh campaign against India’s 20 per cent ethanol-blended petrol policy. The movement has drawn thousands of followers across social media platforms and is calling for greater transparency, consumer choice and accountability over the government’s E20...
Veteran actor Shabana Azmi participated in the CJP protest march in New Delhi, lending her voice to a growing movement demanding greater public accountability and democratic engagement. Her presence at the demonstration attracted significant public attention, particularly after she responded to questions about why more members of the Hindi film industry were not seen supporting...
A fresh political and civil rights controversy has emerged after Citizens for Justice and Peace (CJP) leader Abhijeet Dipke announced an indefinite hunger strike following the hospitalisation of environmental activist Sonam Wangchuk. The development has intensified the ongoing protest movement, with supporters accusing the authorities of mishandling the situation and demanding accountability from the government....
An Indian diaspora organisation based in the United States has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to initiate direct dialogue with environmentalist and education reformer Sonam Wangchuk, expressing concern over the ongoing issues surrounding Ladakh and calling for greater democratic engagement. The appeal comes at a time when discussions over Ladakh’s governance, constitutional safeguards, environmental...
Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray has voiced his support for the ongoing protest led by the self-styled “Cockroach Janta Party” (CJP), describing the movement as a reflection of growing public dissatisfaction over governance and democratic accountability. His endorsement has added political significance to the campaign, which has drawn attention for its unconventional symbolism and...
A major political protest in Madhya Pradesh’s Datia district turned violent after supporters of senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and former state minister Narottam Mishra staged a large demonstration demanding that he be given the party’s ticket for an upcoming election. The agitation disrupted normal life for several hours, with protesters blocking a key...
A fresh political confrontation unfolded in West Bengal after Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of deliberately preventing a Trinamool Congress (TMC) protest march related to the alleged rape and murder of a young woman in Baruipur. The incident has intensified political tensions in the state, with both parties trading allegations...
A major public protest erupted in Himachal Pradesh’s Kullu district after the death of a 23-year-old woman following childbirth at a government hospital triggered allegations of medical negligence and demands for accountability. The incident has drawn widespread attention, prompting authorities to initiate an official inquiry while family members continue to seek justice. The deceased, identified...
A murder case involving a local Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) worker has triggered widespread unrest in Dehradun, leading to heightened security measures, public protests, and administrative action against the primary accused. The incident has sparked concerns over law and order in the Uttarakhand capital, with authorities working to prevent further escalation. The victim, identified as...
Veteran actor and social activist Prakash Raj participated in a unique public demonstration in Bengaluru, lending his support to the satirical “Cockroach Janta Party” (CJP) movement. The protest, organized to draw attention to persistent civic problems and administrative shortcomings, sought to highlight growing public frustration over governance issues affecting everyday life in the city. Raj’s...