«Peaceful protest is crucial to any democracy. It is the government's responsibility to protect protestors and resolve their grievances through dialogue. Such brutal violence destroys every norm, and has outraged the country. Youth and students, the future of our country, are demanding answers and accountability. Their voice will be heard,» he further wrote.

Addressing the 136th episode of his monthly radio programme, Mann Ki Baat, the Prime Minister pointed to the induction of INS Mahendragiri into the Indian Navy as an example of India's progress in indigenous defence manufacturing. «This modern warship has been designed in India and made in India. More than 75 per cent indigenous content has been used in this. This is a symbol of the growing strength of 'Atmanirbhar Bharat',» he said.

MP minister Vijayvargiya, speaking to news agency PTI in Indore on Saturday, said Pradhan had informed the BJP leadership that he was willing to resign if the party believed it was necessary. «On the first day, as soon as the student agitation began, Pradhan had told the BJP president that if he felt it was necessary, he was ready to resign as education minister,» Vijayvargiya said.

India is observing the 27th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas, commemorating its victory in the 1999 Kargil War. The day marks the successful culmination of Operation Vijay and honours the 527 soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice while driving Pakistani intruders out of strategic heights in the Kargil sector. The Kargil conflict, fought between May and July 1999, remains the only conventional war between two nuclear-armed neighbours.

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Uttar Pradesh government formed a new SIT to investigate alleged embezzlement of temple offerings. This team, led by senior IPS officers, replaces the earlier investigation panel. The Supreme Court directed the state to form a fresh SIT under a senior IPS officer. Investigators previously examined financial records and questioned temple staff about donation irregularities. The new SIT will submit its findings to the Supreme Court on July 27.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated the country and students are more important than any position. He reaffirmed the Modi government's commitment to reforms against paper leaks. Dharmendra Pradhan resigned as Union Education Minister amid nationwide protests over the NEET-UG paper leak. Pralhad Joshi was given additional charge of the education ministry later that day. The government respects youth sentiments and ensures justice for NEET aspirants.

A Bhopal court rejected retired judge Giribala Singh's bail plea. She is accused in the dowry death of former model Twisha Sharma. The court cited the serious nature of the charges against the accused. The CBI opposed bail, citing alleged attempts to influence the investigation. Giribala Singh remains in custody as the probe continues.

In a post on X, Gupta commended Pradhan's contributions to India's educational landscape, particularly highlighting his role in rolling out key policy frameworks and promoting Indian languages in academia.

In a remarkable turn of events, student protests led to resignation of Union minister Dharmendra Pradhan, showcasing the power of grassroots activism. The Cockroach Janata Party, born from online memes, played a pivotal role in this uprising. Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike also fueled the movement's progress, raising critical questions for opposition parties regarding their involvement in such significant demonstrations.