Articles tagged with "Protests"

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Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke (C) holds a portrait of Shaheed Bhagat Singh while he protests over alleged irregularities in the country's major examinations, in Amritsar on June 13, 2026. (Photo by Narinder NANU / AFP)

India's ‘Cockroach Party’ founder Dipke attacked during Jaipur protest

Press Trust of India reports that Dipke was being carried on the shoulders of supporters when two men pushed through the crowd and slapped him multiple times. Police detained two individuals, while Dipke vowed to continue his campaign peacefully.

June 27, 2026

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke addresses his supporters during a protest over alleged irregularities in the country's major examinations, in New Delhi on June 6, 2026 (AFP).

India's 'Cockroach Party' founder in Lucknow for protest demanding minister's resignation

Abhijeet Dipke says he will join a student-led protest in Lucknow to demand the education minister's resignation and approach the police himself if permission for the demonstration is denied.

June 12, 2026

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) supporters shout slogans during a protest over alleged irregularities in the country's major examinations, in New Delhi on June 6, 2026. (AFP)

India's 'Cockroach Party' expands demonstrations, announces Maharashtra protest

In a post on X, founder Abhijeet Dipke announced the upcoming protest in Pune, Maharashtra, days after saying that if India’s Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan is not removed or does not step down within the next seven days, the party will continue its protests on the ground.

June 9, 2026

Founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), Abhijeet Dipke (C) displays the book 'My Autobiography' by the Indian social reformer Dr. B. R. Ambedkar upon his arrival at the airport in New Delhi on June 6, 2026. (AFP)

India tightens security ahead of 'Cockroach Party' protest

A parody political movement mocking India's ruling BJP has gained millions of followers online; founder Abhijeet Dipke has returned from the United States to seek permission for a peaceful protest and demand Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.

June 6, 2026

Turkish Minister of Foreign Affairs Hakan Fidan addresses the audience during a press briefing in Istanbul, on January 15, 2026. (Photo by OZAN KOSE / AFP)

Turkey opposes military operations against Iran: FM Fidan

The country opposed any military action against Iran and called for dialogue to resolve the crisis, Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said in Istanbul.

January 15, 2026

‘Meeting being set up’ with Iran, but we may act first, says Trump

Iran foreign ministry says communications channel is open between Iran and US President Donald Trump's special envoy for the Middle East, despite the lack of diplomatic relations.

January 12, 2026

Iran: Protests spread to over 26 provinces as rights groups report rising death toll

At least 20 people, including children, have been killed in nationwide protests over high prices, rights groups say, as demonstrations spread across the country.

January 6, 2026

Iran says no leniency for 'rioters' as protests persist

Iran will offer no leniency to "rioters," though the public has a right to demonstrate, the head of the country's judiciary said

January 5, 2026

US President Donald Trump at his Mar-a-Lago estate on Dec. 22, 2025 (AFP)

Trump vows US 'locked and loaded', Iran says any intervention a 'red line'

US president threatens action if Tehran violently suppresses cost-of-living protesters, saying America will 'come to their rescue'; Iran says any intervention attacking the country's security will invite a response.

January 2, 2026

Tehran shopkeepers shut stores over economic conditions

Shopkeepers in Tehran closed shops for a second day, protesting sharp rial depreciation and economic hardships. Demonstrations disrupted markets as authorities used tear gas, while the government replaced the central bank governor and promised inflation-fighting measures.

December 29, 2025