In a major political development, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi has officially assumed additional charge of the Ministry of Education, following the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan. The Centre moved swiftly to ensure continuity in the Education Ministry after weeks of unprecedented nationwide student protests. Pralhad Joshi, who continues to hold the portfolios of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, and New & Renewable Energy, thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for entrusting him with the responsibility and pledged to discharge his duties with humility, dedication, and honesty. The appointment follows a month-long agitation led by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) over alleged NEET paper leak and examination irregularities. The protest officially ended after the third round of talks between the Centre and CJP, during which the government accepted the protesters' key demands, including the resignation of the Education Minister, withdrawal of FIRs against protesters, and consideration of a five-point charter on examination reforms.

Pralhad Joshi Takes Over Education Ministry | Dharmendra Pradhan Resigns | CJP Ends Protest

Senior journalist and Business Standard contributing editor Aditi Phadnis analyzes the political implications of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation following weeks of nationwide protests over the NEET paper leak controversy. She discusses the impact on the BJP government, the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) movement, the remaining protest demands, possible cabinet reshuffle, and the urgent need for reforms in India's education system. Watch the full expert analysis on one of the biggest political developments of the year.

Dharmendra Pradhan resignation: Expert explains BJP's next move & CJP protest impact

Activist Sonam Wangchuk has ended his 26-day hunger strike after the government assured that no legal action would be taken against peaceful protesters demanding action over exam paper leaks. Wangchuk broke his fast in the presence of Union Ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh after a series of discussions and written assurances from the government. The Centre also said it is positively considering compensation for families of students who died by suicide linked to recent paper leak cases. However, the protest movement continues as the CJP leaders and students are demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. A meeting between protest representatives and government officials is expected as discussions continue over education reforms and stronger action against paper leaks.

Sonam Wangchuk ends 26-Day hunger strike after government assurance | paper leak protest update 