Pune: MPSC Aspirants Protest Exam Scams, Demand Chairman’s Resignation…
The streets of Pune are currently resembling Jantar Mantar. Today, September 7, 2026, MPSC (Maharashtra Public Service Commission) candidates and youth are protesting against the administration. The main reasons for the Gen-Z protests in Pune are the irregularities in the examination system, paper leaks, and the neglect of student interests. As a result, students are taking to the streets and demonstrating vigorously, confronting the administration with their demands. They are demanding not only a fair conduct of the examination but also the resignation of the chairman. These are the main reasons for the protest The primary reason for the students’ anger in this movement is the frequent changes in the examination pattern, alleged irregularities, scams, and the massive reduction in seats. Angered by these irregularities, the competitive students are demanding that the entire recruitment process be conducted in a completely transparent and fair manner. They are also demanding the resignation of the commission’s chairman, who is responsible for this chaos. Meanwhile, opposition leaders such as the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), Congress MP Rahul Gandhi, and MLA Aditya Thackeray’s HIV Sena (UBT) have extended their support to the movement. Protesting candidates say that alleged irregularities and scams in the government recruitment exam process have created discontent among candidates. They further stated that competitive exams are an important avenue for youth to obtain government jobs. Therefore, any irregularities in the exam directly impact the future of thousands of candidates. Candidates are demanding that the MPSC make the recruitment process more transparent. They say that candidates should receive clear and reliable information regarding exam decisions, results, and various stages of the recruitment process. They also demand an investigation into the alleged irregularities and fixing responsibility. In addition to the exam scam, local youth and citizens of Pune have also organized a large protest march on September 6th and 7th, 2026, against the deafening DJ music and loudspeakers during the upcoming Ganeshotsav festival in the city. Youngsters and doctors living in Peth areas say that excessive noise is causing huge damage to the health of the elderly and students.
Congress to March to Uttarakhand CM’s Residence on Sept 7 Over ‘Purification’ of Kharge Rally Stage…
The controversy that erupted after Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge’s rally in Haldwani has now escalated into a political movement. Congress has begun preparations to increase pressure on the government on this issue. As a result, the Congress Party is planning to march to the Chief Minister’s residence in the state capital, Dehradun, on September 7th, 2026. Lok Sabha Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi and Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi are also expected to participate in this major political protest. The primary reason for this controversy is a large Congress Party public meeting held on August 8th, 2026, at the Ramlila Maidan in Haldwani, Uttarakhand, addressed by Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge. Two days after the rally, on August 10, 2026, individuals associated with some Hindu organizations (allegedly Shri Ram Sena) sprinkled Ganga water on the stage and grounds amid chanting of Vedic mantras and performed a “havan” (sacrifice). Photos and videos of this incident went viral on social media. The Congress party has taken this incident to be extremely serious and has directly labeled it an act of “caste discrimination and untouchability.” Mallikarjun Kharge belongs to the Scheduled Caste (Dalit) community. The Congress alleges that Kharge’s presence alone was the reason for the “purification” of the grounds, reflecting a feudal and casteist mindset. Mallikarjun Kharge himself raised the issue in the Rajya Sabha, calling it an act of untouchability and demanding the arrest of the perpetrators. Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, also strongly criticized the incident, calling it against the Constitution and human values. Meanwhile, the Congress party alleges that the police have not yet filed an FIR against those responsible for the purification incident. Furthermore, the Congress party is demanding the cancellation of the cases filed against Rahul Gandhi. The Congress party will now march to the Chief Minister’s residence on September 7th to protest the purification incident. State Congress leaders have begun preparations to make the march a success. According to party sources, Rahul Gandhi and other national leaders may also participate in the rally. However, the Congress party has not yet formally announced this.State Congress President Ganesh Godiyal stated that party workers from across the state will march to the Chief Minister’s residence on September 7th. The Congress party will continue to fight the purification issue to the last minute. He added that no schedule for Rahul Gandhi’s arrival at the rally has been finalized.
CJP Workers Protest Outside Delhi’s Parliament Street Police Station Demanding Justice in Sanjay Kumar Assault Case…
Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) workers arrived in large numbers to protest at the Parliament Street police station in Delhi today, Friday (September 4, 2026). Workers and senior leaders of the youth organization, Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), have been protesting and raising slogans against the Delhi Police outside the Parliament Street police station since morning. CJP leader Saurav Das, along with other members, has reached the Parliament Street police station, demanding justice for Sanjay and Nishu. Meanwhile, Nishu, Chandrashekhar Azad, Saurav Das, and Ashutosh Ranka have reached the DCP’s office. This protest is related to the attack on Sanjay Kumar, the father of Nishu Azad, a young woman who participated in the protest at Jantar Mantar. Sanjay Kumar was allegedly attacked by a young man named Swatantra Bhardwaj. The CJP alleges that the Delhi Police has not taken any action against him. Several other leaders, including the CJP, are protesting outside the Parliament Street police station in Delhi. In fact, the issue reignited when the accused, Swatantra Bhardwaj, openly confessed to the attack on the father of a CJP worker in a podcast. He stated that he did not go to jail even after the attack because he had connections with political figures. Nishu also posted a video on the matter, appealing to Rahul Gandhi for help. Following this, Rahul Gandhi assured Nishu of his support. In his post, Rahul Gandhi wrote, “Nishu, there’s no need to panic. I am with you. It’s clear that you were targeted because you speak out for the rights of your community and students. Amit Shah’s Delhi Police, on the one hand, commit inhumane brutality against students. On the other hand, the criminal who beheaded a Dalit girl’s father roams freely. PM Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, why are you and your party members protecting such a criminal? Will action still be taken, or will you continue to protect someone?” Nishu, your fight is not alone. We will not stop until justice is served. Jai Bhim. Jai Constitution.” Delhi Police, meanwhile, issued a statement on the matter, dismissing the social media claims as rumors. Police say that according to doctors at RML Hospital, Sanjay Kumar suffered minor injuries caused by a bracelet. Reports of a crack in his head are baseless. According to the police, the accused (Suraj Kumar and Swatantra Bhardwaj) have been questioned, and a charge sheet will soon be filed in court in this case. The police also completely rejected allegations of political interference.
ABVP-NSUI Clash Erupts at COEP Pune Ahead of Rahul Gandhi’s ‘Chhatron Ki Goonj’ Event…
An event titled ‘Chhatron Ki Goonj’ (Students’ Voice), featuring Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, was scheduled for today Saturday, August 22 at the College of Engineering, Pune (COEP) in Shivajinagar. However, a commotion broke out at the venue before the event could begin. Reports indicate that a clash erupted between the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) and the National Students’ Union of India (NSUI) at the college premises prior to the event, heating up the political atmosphere. Following the clash, both groups accused each other of assault. The dispute reportedly stemmed from the filming of a female student at COEP. The ABVP alleged that NSUI members pressured the student, while the NSUI claimed that ABVP members held her captive; this led to a confrontation between the two factions. Tension prevailed on the COEP campus for some time due to the incident. Upon being informed of the dispute, the police arrived at the scene, brought the situation under control, and initiated an investigation. Rahul Gandhi is visiting Pune today for the ‘Chhatron Ki Goonj’ event. Subsequently, several leaders—including Congress leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Legislative Assembly, Vijay Wadettiwar arrived at the site and staged a sit-in protest, while the BJP Yuva Morcha blocked the road in protest. According to the news agency PTI, a heavy police force was deployed on the campus following the dispute. Reports also suggest that some Congress workers sustained injuries. A case has been registered at the Shivajinagar police station against 50 to 60 individuals, including key office-bearers of the Youth Congress. State Congress President Harshvardhan Sapkal accused the ABVP of holding students captive in the hostel because they had posted status updates supporting Rahul Gandhi on social media. Sapkal alleged that the ABVP engaged in hooliganism, which included assaulting students and confining them to their rooms in the hostel, describing the actions as extremely serious and shameful. They questioned who gave ABVP goons the right to intimidate students and violate their freedom simply because they had posted a status featuring Rahul Gandhi. They stated that this incident once again exposes the culture of the BJP’s student politics, questioned whether these ABVP goons enjoy state protection, and declared that the Congress party would never bow to such hooliganism that attacks students’ freedom of expression and the liberty of young women.
NTA Scraps Three UGC-NET Papers Over Spelling Mistakes, Wrong Names & Repeated Questions; Rahul Gandhi Attacks Modi Govt..
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has admitted to significant irregularities in the UGC-NET June 2026 exam question paper. Serious allegations surfaced, including numerous spelling mistakes, strange names of thinkers, and blatant copying of old questions from previous years. Following this, the NTA has cancelled the English, Commerce, and Sociology exam papers. This decision was made by the NTA based on the report of an audit committee formed after complaints from candidates and experts regarding serious irregularities in the question papers. The NTA will conduct re-exams for these three affected subjects in September 2026. The NTA has released a new exam schedule for the re-exams. Candidates will not be charged any additional examination fees for re-exams. Here is the re-exam schedule: According to a report in the Indian Express, on Sunday, August 16, the NTA released the provisional answer keys for 84 subjects for the UGC-NET June 2026. However, the answer keys for some papers were withheld. Following this, the NTA issued a separate notice in the evening. It stated that a major decision had been made regarding English, Commerce, and Sociology. According to the NTA, the committee formed to review these three papers found several errors. These included factual errors, typos, and translation errors. The committee found the names of several prominent scholars misspelled in the question paper. The names of some books were also incorrect. Furthermore, some questions contained language errors. Grammar errors were also found in several places. Gender and number mismatches were also found. There were also punctuation errors. Moreover, non-standard terms were used for concepts for which pre-established and commonly used terms exist. It was also discovered that many questions had already been asked in previous exams. Following these discrepancies, the committee recommended that the NTA re-examine the three subjects. Rahul Gandhi launched a scathing attack on PM Modi Meanwhile, Congress MP Rahul Gandhi launched a scathing attack on PM Modi and the National Testing Agency (NTA) over the decision to re-examine the UGC-NET exam in three subjects due to errors in the question papers. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi wrote on the social media platform X, “Modi ji, look what your NTA has done again.” The UGC-NET exams for Sociology, English, and Commerce were held between June 22 and 30. After nearly two months, the NTA canceled all three exams because they had prepared incorrect question papers and re-asked old questions. Rahul Gandhi said, “Thousands of candidates who prepared diligently for years, filled out forms, paid fees, and traveled to far-flung exam centers will now have to do it all again in September. The NTA makes mistakes, but the students of the country suffer the consequences. I said this in Kota, Dehradun, and Prayagraj, and I will continue to say it. This is no longer an education system. It has become just a money-and-labor-sucking machine. It takes away your money, your years, your mental health, and your self-confidence, and gives you nothing in return, not even a job. The NTA is still not answering the real question. Were these papers leaked before the exams?”
New ‘Dimaggi Naxal Janata Party’ Account Goes Viral, Gains Massive Following Overnight…
Following the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), another new party has emerged in the headlines. The party is being called the ‘Dimaggi Naxal Party’. Similar to the Cockroach Janata Party, a new social media account called the ‘Dimaggi Naxal Janata Party’ has emerged. The party is gaining popularity on social media. This account has gained more than 1.7 lakh followers in just 24 hours. Party gained more than 50,000 followers On the other hand, this account, named @DNJP_India, currently follows more than 15 accounts, including Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal, YouTuber Dhruv Rathee, comedian Kunal Kamra, actor Prakash Raj, and many other popular names on social media.This account emerged on social media after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Independence Day speech on August 15th. In that speech, he referred to the elimination of armed Naxalites and urged the nation to be vigilant against “mindful Naxalites” lurking in ambushes. In his speech, PM Modi targeted those with Naxalite ideologies who seek to spread unrest despite the weakening of armed Naxalism. Although PM Modi did not name any specific group during his speech, his comment sparked a significant political controversy. Opposition leaders retaliated. Some leaders, including Congress leader P. Chidambaram, said they were proud to be called “mindful Naxalites.” In his Independence Day speech, PM Modi said, “Even though the Naxalites who took up arms in the jungles have been eliminated, the mindless Naxalites are still looking for opportunities. They are seeking ways to resort to violence and trying to lead the country down the wrong path. Such people must be identified and isolated.” Following his speech, the “Dimaggi Naxal Party” has come into the spotlight. Several accounts with this name are visible on Instagram. Pages created by the “Dimaggi Naxal Party” on various social media sites are rapidly gaining popularity. Within a day of its launch, it gained more than 50,000 followers. Currently, its Instagram page has more than 150,000 followers. The party’s slogan is “Think, Research, Protest.”
Assembly Elections 2027: Top leaders from the Congress and AAP may visit Uttarakhand in September…
To strengthen the organization ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections, senior leaders from the Congress and AAP parties may visit Uttarakhand. Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi may address the public in Garhwal or Kumaon in September. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi may also visit Uttarakhand once again. Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu is also scheduled to visit Uttarakhand. The Congress party says that senior central-level leaders have taken the upcoming Uttarakhand Assembly elections very seriously. State party president Ganesh Godiyal stated that when All India Congress Committee National President Mallikarjun Kharke met with Uttarakhand Congress leaders, he stated that Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi, and Mallikarjun Kharke himself would be making several visits to the state. Consequently, the Uttarakhand Congress is planning a visit by Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi to Uttarakhand in September. The Congress party will finalize the venue and date after consulting with all these leaders. Additionally, Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh may visit Dehradun. According to Ganesh Godiyal, the Himachal government has implemented the OPS, so the Uttarakhand Congress also wants Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh to come to Dehradun and attend the press conference to convey to the people of the state that the same work we did in Himachal will be done in Uttarakhand. Meanwhile, in view of the upcoming assembly elections in the state, the Aam Aadmi Party is preparing to invite its central leaders to Uttarakhand. AAP’s state executive president, Uma Sisodia, stated that discussions are underway with the party’s high command regarding the party’s central leaders’ visit to Uttarakhand. The party’s state in-charge’s visit is scheduled for August 23rd. Following the in-charge’s visit, every effort is being made to invite former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia, and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh to Uttarakhand. Uma Sisodia stated that she is hopeful that this effort will be successful very soon.
NDA MPs Protest Opposition Deadlock; Priyanka Gandhi, BJP Face Off Over Jharkhand Student Lathicharge…
Today is the 17th day of the Monsoon Session, which began on July 20th, and not a single day has the House proceedings been smooth. Meanwhile, the opposition continues to create ruckus and raise slogans both inside and outside Parliament. On Tuesday, July 11th, National Democratic Alliance (NDA) MPs marched to Parliament to protest the opposition’s deadlock in both Houses of Parliament. This is due to the ongoing confrontation between the government and the opposition over the recent student protests and police action against the protesters. Parliament proceedings have been repeatedly disrupted due to this issue. The opposition is continuously demanding answers from the government. The government has now proposed a debate on this issue, and the Home Minister will respond. Meanwhile, on Monday, NDA MPs also demanded answers from Congress MPs regarding the lathicharge and use of water cannons by Jharkhand Police against protesting candidates taking the JPSC and JSSC exams. BJP MP and Congress MP faced off BJP MP Mukesh Dalal and Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra from Wayanad, Kerala, faced off. As Priyanka was heading to Parliament, Dalal shouted “Shame on Rahul Gandhi, shame on you!” He also held posters reading “Rahul Gandhi, answer for the brutality against students in Jharkhand.” The BJP MP asked Priyanka Gandhi when Rahul Gandhi would visit Jharkhand. Priyanka replied that she had met and interacted with the children of Jharkhand. With that, she moved on. Priyanka Gandhi also took a jab at the protests by NDA MPs, saying, “This is the first time I’ve seen MPs from the ruling party protesting. At least we forced them to do so.” Rajya Sabha member Tarun Chugh accused Gandhi of adopting double standards. He said, “This is a case of double standards. Rahul Gandhi is running away from the House and remaining silent on the lathicharge on students in Jharkhand. The country is watching.” BJP MP Sakshi Maharaj said that the entire opposition does not want any kind of discussion. As far as the issue related to students is concerned, they have one policy for Jantar Mantar and a completely different policy for Jharkhand. BJP MP Sanjay Jaiswal said that we are ready for discussion, but Rahul Gandhi is not. He has stalled the proceedings of the Lok Sabha. The Home Minister is ready to answer. BJP MP Manoj Tiwari said that Amit Shah will answer, Rahul Gandhi should not run away, Rahul Gandhi should be ashamed, so much brutality has been done to the students in Jharkhand. NCPI MP Rachna Banerjee said that everyone is demanding answers from them (the opposition). They will have to answer.
BJP National Spokesperson Shahzad Poonawalla Resigns from Party, Cites Personal Reasons..
BJP leader and national spokesperson Shahzad Poonawalla has abruptly resigned from the BJP, citing personal reasons. However, an official announcement on this matter has not yet been made. Poonawalla updated his bio on his social media account, X, without mentioning the BJP. He stated that an official statement regarding his resignation will be issued soon. His sudden resignation from the party has surprised political analysts. A day before his resignation, Shahzad Poonawala shared an old interview in which he stated that he was considering a departure from active politics. He said, “I have been in active politics for about 18-19 years. I started at a very young age and have now reached the point I wanted to reach.” Poonawala explained that he initially decided to leave politics after Prime Minister Modi secured a third consecutive term in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. However, he subsequently decided to remain active to help the BJP in key assembly elections, including in Delhi, Maharashtra, and West Bengal. He further stated that he now feels the time has come to move on from active political life. 38-year-old Shahzad Poonawalla is known as the BJP’s chief spokesperson. He began his political career with the Congress party. He served as vice-president of the National Students’ Union of India (NSUI) in Pune, a member of the All India Congress Committee’s media cell’s research team, and secretary of the Maharashtra Congress. However, in 2017, after questions arose about Rahul Gandhi’s leadership, he joined the BJP. He publicly challenged the presidential election within the Congress party, alleging that the election was rigged to make Rahul Gandhi president. He demanded a transparent and merit-based election and asked whether Rahul Gandhi would resign from his post and contest the election as an ordinary member of the party. This public rebellion led to his isolation within the Congress party, and he eventually left the party. During the 2017 Gujarat Assembly election campaign, PM Modi praised Shahzad Poonawalla for publicly exposing the lack of internal democracy within the Congress.
Rahul Gandhi Rejects PM Modi’s Video, Demands Minister’s Resignation Over Paper Leaks
Amidst the ongoing protests at Jantar Mantar that have continued for nearly a month, Prime Minister Narendra Modi released a video on social media on Thursday, stating that the welfare and future of the nation’s youth are the government’s top priority. The Prime Minister announced that the government has decided to set up fast-track courts to ensure punishment for those responsible for the question paper leaks. Prime Minister Modi said, “Instructions have been issued to the concerned departments to ensure necessary action is taken. This is a significant step among the decisions being taken by the government to safeguard the interests of students. No one who plays with the future of the youth will be spared.” It is worth noting that this statement from Prime Minister Modi comes amidst ongoing protests by students and social activists regarding alleged irregularities in various examinations, including question paper leaks. The PM stated that the Cabinet would discuss the relevant draft today and that strict decisions would be taken. Once approved, it will be tabled in Parliament next week, with efforts made to ensure its speedy passage. PM Modi posted a 2.56-minute video message on his X handle. Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi took a dig at the video released by PM Modi. Dismissing the video as futile, he asserted that the students’ demands cannot be ignored. He also demanded a discussion on the paper leak issue during the Monsoon Session of Parliament. Rahul Gandhi said, “Modi-ji, our students are demanding Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation; do not insult their intelligence by releasing such videos in the middle of the night.” He believes the Prime Minister should fulfill three demands: strict action against those responsible for the lathi-charge, an apology from Prime Minister Modi, and the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan.