J.P. Nadda

TB cases and mortality rate decreased significantly between 2015 and 2024, according to Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda. He noted a rise in TB case notifications over the past three years, which has helped address the gap in 'missing' cases.

J.P. Nadda stated the government will ensure maximum possible compensation for families who lost children. The announcement focuses on providing financial support to affected families.

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk ended a 26-day hunger strike that galvanized a youth movement against exam leaks and broader issues like unemployment and government accountability. Protesters, part of the 'Cockroach' movement, continue demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and comprehensive reforms, despite government measures such as fast-track courts for exam leak cases.

Indian government officials have requested time until Saturday afternoon to respond to demands from the youth-led Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) for the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over exam paper leaks. Talks between government ministers and CJP representatives occurred after activist Sonam Wangchuk ended a 26-day hunger strike, with protesters warning of expanded demonstrations if the demand is not met.

Parliament was stalled as the Opposition continued to demand Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation. Rajya Sabha met for less than 10 minutes before being adjourned twice, and repeated adjournments occurred in the Lower House due to Opposition members raising slogans. Leader of the House J.P. Nadda criticized the Opposition’s actions as 'highly irresponsible'.

The Centre invited protesters to talks at J.P. Nadda's office, but the CJP rejected the offer. The CJP spokesperson stated that discussions would only occur at Jantar Mantar or a neutral venue.

Omar Abdullah responded to J.P. Nadda's remarks, where Nadda accused the National Conference and Congress of remaining silent on a paper leak scandal. The exchange occurred between the Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister and the Union Health Minister.

J.P. Nadda questioned Rahul Gandhi about his selective focus on paper leaks, noting that Gandhi did not address similar incidents under governments led by the Opposition, including the Congress.

Wangchuk wrote to Union Ministers J.P. Nadda and Jitendra Singh, stating that the protest could end quickly if the Centre assures no action against protesters. The ministers assured him the government would positively consider his two other key demands.

India's education minister pledges reforms after growing protests by the 'cockroach' movement over leaked medical school exam papers. The movement, which began as online satire, has escalated into mass street demonstrations, with opposition leaders joining demands for accountability and debate in Parliament.

Union Ministers J.P. Nadda and Jitendra Singh met Sonam Wangchuk at Medanta Hospital in Gurugram, spending over an hour enquiring about his health and conveying the government’s decision to initiate a debate in Parliament.

India police used tear gas and batons to block supporters of the Cockroach movement from marching to Parliament to demand the education minister’s resignation. The movement, which originated after a Supreme Court comment likening unemployed youth to cockroaches, has grown into a youth-led campaign fueled by anger over exam leaks and systemic issues. Government representatives held initial outreach talks with movement leaders amid a tense standoff.

Police in New Delhi used tear gas and batons to disperse supporters of India’s Cockroach movement during an unauthorized march to Parliament, where they demanded the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The movement, which originated from a Supreme Court chief justice’s comment comparing unemployed youth to 'cockroaches,' has grown into a youth-led campaign over leaked entrance exams and education system reforms.

Thousands of supporters of the Cockroach movement gathered in New Delhi to march toward Parliament, demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan despite police denying protest permission. The movement, sparked by a Supreme Court comment comparing unemployed youth to 'cockroaches,' has gained momentum over leaked exams and flawed education systems, with protesters camping at Jantar Mantar and calling for reforms.

The Centre has initiated talks with the CJP. CJP members Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka are scheduled to meet Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda.

J.P. Nadda stated that Rahul Gandhi should apologise for the Emergency. The statement was made in Patna during the Samvidhan Hatya Diwas programme by the Bihar BJP unit, marking the 51st anniversary of the 1975 Emergency declared by Indira Gandhi.

The Health Ministry stated that a syringe recall at AIIMS was a precautionary measure to ensure patient safety. A letter from MP Haris Beeran to Health Minister J.P. Nadda mentioned two separate recall notices for 10 ml disposable syringes from different manufacturers due to quality-related complaints.

AIIMS issued two recall notices for disposable 10 ml syringes with needles from different manufacturers within three weeks. A Member of Rajya Sabha, Haris Beeran, highlighted this in a letter to Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda, seeking an investigation into quality concerns.

West Bengal has joined the Ayushman Bharat scheme, which includes a portability feature allowing migrant workers and their families to access cashless treatment at hospitals nationwide.

Mehbooba Mufti requested Health Minister J.P. Nadda to expedite work at AIIMS Awantipora. This followed her recent visit to the site to assess construction progress.