Rahul Gandhi accused the government of failing to tackle paper leaks, demanded Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation and sought Prime Minister Narendra Modi's apology over police action against protesting students.

'152 paper leaks, zero convictions': Rahul Gandhi seeks PM apology over police action against students

The NEET protest has intensified in New Delhi as opposition leaders joined students demanding education reforms and accountability over alleged exam paper leaks. MPs arrived in Parliament wearing black in protest while thousands gathered at Jantar Mantar, calling for Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation and sweeping changes to India's entrance examination system. Heavy security remains deployed as political tensions continue to rise.

NEET Protest Intensifies: Opposition MPs wear black, students demand education reforms

Protests demanding education reforms and action over NEET exam issues continue in New Delhi as opposition leaders and students intensify their demonstrations. Congress leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, joined a protest outside Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s residence, raising concerns over alleged exam paper leaks and the treatment of protesting students. Several opposition leaders were briefly detained by police and later released.

NEET protest escalates in Delhi | Rahul, Priyanka Gandhi detained during education reform protest

The NEET examination controversy has triggered fresh political confrontation in New Delhi as Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Akhilesh Yadav, and other opposition leaders staged protests demanding education reforms and accountability over alleged exam paper leaks. Several leaders were briefly detained after demonstrating outside Prime Minister Narendra Modi's residence. Meanwhile, Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan defended the government's position, stating that the Centre is committed to discussing the NEET issue in Parliament while accusing the opposition of politicizing students' concerns. Here's everything you need to know about the latest developments in the nationwide education reform protests.

NEET row escalates: Opposition protests outside PM Modi’s residence, Centre responds | CJP Protest

Protests demanding education reforms intensified in New Delhi as opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, and Akhilesh Yadav, were briefly detained after marching toward Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s residence. The demonstrations centered on the NEET controversy, alleged exam paper leaks, and demands for accountability. Meanwhile, Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan accused the opposition of politicizing student concerns, saying the government remains committed to addressing education issues in Parliament.

NEET Protest: Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi detained amid massive NEET protest in New Delhi 

Union Ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh visited Medanta Hospital in Gurugram to inquire about activist Sonam Wangchuk’s health, following his transfer from Safdarjung Hospital amid an ongoing hunger strike.

JP Nadda, Jitendra Singh meet Sonam Wangchuk at Medanta Hospital: Report

Amid renewed calls for his resignation over the NEET paper leak controversy, Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan shared a spiritual message on the importance of the guru and knowledge. He also attended Parliament as security was tightened outside his residence 

'Guru is the...': Indian Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan shares message on education amid calls for his resignation

With nearly 23 lakh candidates set to appear for the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination on June 21, the NTA has launched its most extensive security operation yet, including GPS-tracked question papers, biometric verification, CCTV monitoring and a Telegram ban. But can it restore students' trust?

NEET 2026 re-exam: NTA conducts nationwide mock drills, highlights new safeguards. Can it restore students' trust? | WION Decodes

Cockroach Janta Party has given its upcoming Delhi protest a symbolic twist, urging supporters to carry ‘thalis’ and ‘chamach’ instead of relying solely on placards. The call comes as the group expands its campaign over NEET-related controversies and seeks education minister's resignation.

Cockroach Janta Party heads to Jantar Mantar again; Dipke asks supporters to bring 'thali' and 'chamach'. Here's why

Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has publicly taken responsibility for the CBSE marking controversy after viral student videos and complaints triggered nationwide outrage over Class 12 evaluation errors. 

But how did Rahul Gandhi get dragged into the row? Scroll down to read.

'Repeated election losses...': Dharmendra Pradhan slams RaGa for 'massive tampering' allegations; takes responsibility for CBSE OSM discrepancies

The Cockroach Janata Party is back online and once again demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation over the NEET-UG paper leak row. Abhijeet Dipke says the movement has already gathered lakhs of signatures despite takedowns, threats and hacking. Scroll down to read more.

'India’s students deserve better': Cockroach Janata Party revives petition targeting Edu Minister Dharmendra Pradhan

The NTA also plans to hire three specialist officers for senior leadership positions, including Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Chief Finance Officer (CFO) and General Manager (Human Resources).

Centre appoints four senior officers to NTA amid leadership revamp after NEET-UG paper leak row

NEET-UG 2026 is officially getting a reset. After a scandal big enough to force cancellation of India’s largest medical entrance exam, the government has now announced a major structural shift: from next year, NEET goes fully online. All you need to know. 

NEET-UG exam to be fully online from next year: Dharmendra Pradhan admits ‘guess paper’ leak, unveils major overhaul

Union Finance Minister announced a series of initiatives for the education and skilling sector, including University Townships, setting up veterinary and para-veterinary colleges, establishing Animation, Visual Effects, Content Creator Labs, and a National Institute of Hospitality.

Union Budget 2026–27 allocates Rs 1.39 lakh crore to education ministry, increases by 8.27%

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Tuesday slammed Rahul Gandhi for his comments on the death of a 20-year-old student in Odisha's Balasore, accusing him of playing "cheap politics" over a sensitive issue and demanding an apology from the Congress leader.

BJP's 'petty mindset' reply to Rahul Gandhi's 'system murdered Odisha woman' barb

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan called Tamil Nadu government 'dishonest' and accused it of 'ruining the future of the students' in the state. Watch this report for more details!

DMK ruining future of students of Tamil Nadu: Union Education Minister

India's Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan launched an attack on the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, for his remarks over alleged leaks in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) 2024.

‘Shedding crocodile tears‘: Pradhan tears into Rahul Gandhi over NEET remarks, says UPA record far worse

In a major development in the NEET paper leak case, the Indian government on Thursday (June 20) said that it will form a high-level committee to review the functioning of the National Testing Agency (NTA).

NEET paper leak case: 'Strict action to be taken against any NTA official if found guilty,' says Education Min

The NEET controversy is getting intensified. NTA is facing a backlash over its conduct of the exam. Students demand a re-examination and an independent enquiry. As the NEET controversy continues to brew, the Union Education Minister issued a statement over NTA. The Education Minister noted that "some irregularities in NEET have come to light from some specific locations''.

NEET Row: ''Some irregularities in NEET have come to light...'': Dharmendra Pradhan

Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Dharmendra Pradhan on Tuesday tested positive for coronavirus and has been admitted to Medanta Hospital. In a tweet, Pradhan said he has been admitted to hospital after testing positive of COVID-19.

Oil Minister Pradhan tests positive of COVID-19, admitted to hospital

Russian oil giant Rosneft on Wednesday announced a deal to supply up to two million tonnes of oil to India this year, adding that Delhi planned to invest in its Arctic projects.

Russia boosts oil supply to India

India on Wednesday expressed interest in raising the import of crude oil from Brazil as the world's third-largest oil consumer is looking at diversifying its import basket beyond the highly volatile Middle East region.

India keen on importing more oil from Brazil: Minister Dharmendra Pradhan

Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Dharmendra Pradhan on Saturday said that there was no dearth of crude oil in the global market and the government was keeping a sharp eye on the global developments.

No dearth of crude oil in global market: Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan

The Indian government has approved funding of 55.6 billion rupees ($774 million) for a natural gas pipeline in its northeast, Oil Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said on Wednesday, as part of a national gas grid being built to span remote locations.

Government approves funding of $774 million for northeastern gas pipeline