A NEET aspirant from Madhya Pradesh's Mauganj district died by suicide. She has been identified as Akanksha Chaturvedi and she was was among the lakhs of students who appeared for the NEET-UG exams conducted on May 3. According to reports, she was depressed following the cancellation of the medical entrance examination. She has reportedly left behind a note saying that "she did not have the courage" to appear for the test again. In 2026, at least 14 NEET students have died by suicide.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/neet-ug-paper-leak-scandal-army-may-help-conduct-re-exam-for-first-time-suggest-reports-1780025143224">NEET-UG paper leak scandal: Army may help conduct re-exam for first time, suggest reports</a>&nbsp;The National Testing Agency (NTA) cancelled the NEET-UG examination on May 12, 2026, following widespread allegations and evidence of a nationwide paper leak. Over 22 lakh medical aspirants were affected, and the government handed the investigation over to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The Supreme Court also questioned the examination system and expressed concern over repeated paper leaks in major exams. The re-examination will be held on June 21. According to her family, she was expecting a score of around 650 marks.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/from-neet-to-cuet-how-exam-controversies-helped-cockroach-janta-party-find-a-national-audience-1780319779131">From NEET to CUET: How exam controversies helped Cockroach Janta Party</a>&nbsp;In an emotional letter, she said that her parents had dreamt of seeing her as a doctor. "Mummy Papa, you believed your daughter would study and become a doctor. But I do not have the courage to take the NEET exam again. I have ruined both of you," she wrote. “There is no guarantee that I will perform well if I appear for the examination again,” the note also mentioned. Another report claimed that the family took a loan of Rs 3 lakh through a Kisan Credit Card to fund her coaching in Nagpur. Her father was a farmer and took up work as a cook in Nagpur to fund her daughter's NEET fees.&nbsp;

A NEET aspirant from Madhya Pradesh's Mauganj allegedly died by suicide after falling into depression following the cancellation of the exam amid the paper leak controversy. In a note, Akanksha Chaturvedi said she lacked the courage to take the test again despite years of preparation.


A NEET aspirant from Madhya Pradesh's Mauganj district died by suicide. She has been identified as Akanksha Chaturvedi and she was was among the lakhs of students who appeared for the NEET-UG exams conducted on May 3. According to reports, she was depressed following the cancellation of the medical entrance examination. She has reportedly left behind a note saying that "she did not have the courage" to appear for the test again. In 2026, at least 14 NEET students have died by suicide. Also Read: NEET-UG paper leak scandal: Army may help conduct re-exam for first time, suggest reports The National Testing Agency (NTA) cancelled the NEET-UG examination on May 12, 2026, following widespread allegations and evidence of a nationwide paper leak. Over 22 lakh medical aspirants were affected, and the government handed the investigation over to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The Supreme Court also questioned the examination system and expressed concern over repeated paper leaks in major exams. The re-examination will be held on June 21. According to her family, she was expecting a score of around 650 marks. Also Read: From NEET to CUET: How exam controversies helped Cockroach Janta Party In an emotional letter, she said that her parents had dreamt of seeing her as a doctor. "Mummy Papa, you believed your daughter would study and become a doctor. But I do not have the courage to take the NEET exam again. I have ruined both of you," she wrote. “There is no guarantee that I will perform well if I appear for the examination again,” the note also mentioned. Another report claimed that the family took a loan of Rs 3 lakh through a Kisan Credit Card to fund her coaching in Nagpur. Her father was a farmer and took up work as a cook in Nagpur to fund her daughter's NEET fees.

A NEET aspirant from Madhya Pradesh's Mauganj allegedly died by suicide after falling into depression following the cancellation of the exam amid the paper leak controversy. In a note, Akanksha Chaturvedi said she lacked the courage to take the test again despite years of preparation.

'Maa Papa I have ruined you: NEET aspirant dies by suicide ahead of re-examination

The NEET paper leak originated from someone linked to the organisation that conducts the examination, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has told a Delhi court.

Shubham Khairnar, the first person to be arrested for the leak, obtained the paper from a person in Pune who “had obtained the same from an NTA source”, Public Prosecutor Neetu Singh, representing CBI, told the court on Friday.

NEET Paper Leak Investigation: CBI Examines Financial Trail Behind Leak

NEET Paper Leak Investigation:  Coaching Centres And Doctors Under CBI Scanner

The National Testing Agency has announced June 21 as the date for the next NEET re-examination, urging students to trust only official updates amid widespread confusion online. Meanwhile, the Central Bureau of Investigation has intensified its probe into the alleged paper leak racket, reportedly examining banking records and UPI transactions linked to suspects. Reports of a possible insider angle have further raised concerns about the integrity of one of India’s biggest entrance exams.

NEET-UG Paper Leak Probe: CBI Digs Banking Details, UPI Transactions Of Paper Leak Racket

The NEET-UG 2026 controversy has deepened after the government announced a fresh medical entrance examination following serious paper leak allegations. Nashik Police have arrested a student in connection with the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case. The accused, identified as Shubham Khairnar, is suspected of circulating leaked “guess papers” for huge sums of money.


NEET Paper Leak: Nashik Police Arrest Student In NEET Paper Leak 

The NEET-UG 2026 controversy has deepened after the government announced a fresh medical entrance examination following serious paper leak allegations. Investigators in Rajasthan have detained multiple suspects, while the Centre has ordered a full CBI probe into the suspected cheating network. With nearly 22 lakh students affected, uncertainty now hangs over India’s medical admissions process. Officials say fresh exam dates will be announced soon, but students and parents remain anxious over delays and the credibility of the examination system.

National Testing Agency Cancels NEET UG 2026, CBI Probe Ordered

After approval from the Government of India, it confirmed the re-test decision. It also stated it would “fully cooperate with the investigation” and provide all records and assistance required by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).

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The Supreme Court on Tuesday dismissed pleas seeking the cancellation and re-test of the controversy-ridden NEET-UG 2024, holding that there was no data on record to indicate a systemic leak of question papers and other malpractices. Watch in for more details!

India: Supreme Court declines NEET-UG retest, says 2.4 million students affected

India's Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan launched an attack on&nbsp;the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, for his remarks over alleged leaks in the&nbsp;National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) 2024. On&nbsp;the first day of the Monsoon session of the Parliament, Gandhi pointed towards Pradhan and said the Education minister was blaming everyone but himself for the mess created in the examinations.&nbsp;

Pradhan, returning the fire, said Gandhi and his ilk were shedding 'crocodile tears' over the issue as UPA had a far worse record in conducting fair examinations.&nbsp;

"The LoP and his cabal are all but shedding crocodile tears. The ground reality on paper leaks during the UPA regime and when Shri Akhilesh was at the helm of UP, will open a can of worms for both Rahul Gandhi and Akhilesh Yadav," Pradhan wrote on X (formerly Twitter).

"Maybe Rahul Gandhi understands the fundamentals and maths of unfair practices too well. That explains why the Congress govt. failed to implement the bills to stop malpractices in educational institutions, including the Prohibition of Unfair Practices Bill, of 2010," he added.

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<h2>What did Rahul Gandhi say?</h2>

Having been out of action the last week or so, Gandhi returned to action&nbsp;and immediately went for the jugular.&nbsp;

"The minister has blamed everybody except himself. I don't even think he understands the fundamentals of what is going on here... the issue is that millions of students in this country are extremely concerned about what is going on and who is convinced that the Indian examination system is a fraud," Gandhi said.

"As this is a systemic issue, what exactly are you doing to fix this issue at the systemic level?," he asked Pradhan.

"Millions of people believe that if you are rich and you have money, you can buy the Indian examination system and this is the same feeling that the opposition has," Gandhi said while&nbsp;demanding a separate one-day discussion on the matter.

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Meanwhile, the Supreme Court Bench led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) D.Y. Chandrachud continued its hearing into the case on Monday and ordered the director of the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi (IIT Delhi) to set up a three-member panel of experts to review a contentious question from the NEET-UG 2024 medical entrance exam.

The National Testing Agency (NTA), responsible for conducting the exams, had awarded grace marks to certain students as the question purportedly had multiple correct answers.&nbsp;

The apex court ordered the expert opinion to be placed before it by 12 noon on Tuesday (Jul 22).&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

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.

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. On the first day of the Monsoon session of the Parliament, Gandhi pointed towards Pradhan and said the Education minister was blaming everyone but himself for the mess created in the examinations. Pradhan, returning the fire, said Gandhi and his ilk were shedding 'crocodile tears' over the issue as UPA had a far worse record in conducting fair examinations. "The LoP and his cabal are all but shedding crocodile tears. The ground reality on paper leaks during the UPA regime and when Shri Akhilesh was at the helm of UP, will open a can of worms for both Rahul Gandhi and Akhilesh Yadav," Pradhan wrote on X (formerly Twitter). "Maybe Rahul Gandhi understands the fundamentals and maths of unfair practices too well. That explains why the Congress govt. failed to implement the bills to stop malpractices in educational institutions, including the Prohibition of Unfair Practices Bill, of 2010," he added. The LoP and his cabal are all but shedding crocodile tears. The ground reality on paper leaks during UPA regime and when Shri Akhilesh was at the helm of UP, will open a can of worms for both Shri @RahulGandhi and Shri @yadavakhilesh. May be Rahul Gandhi understands the… — Dharmendra Pradhan (@dpradhanbjp) July 22, 2024 × Watch | India: Rahul Gandhi slams Modi government's education system × What did Rahul Gandhi say? Having been out of action the last week or so, Gandhi returned to action and immediately went for the jugular. "The minister has blamed everybody except himself. I don't even think he understands the fundamentals of what is going on here... the issue is that millions of students in this country are extremely concerned about what is going on and who is convinced that the Indian examination system is a fraud," Gandhi said. "As this is a systemic issue, what exactly are you doing to fix this issue at the systemic level?," he asked Pradhan. "Millions of people believe that if you are rich and you have money, you can buy the Indian examination system and this is the same feeling that the opposition has," Gandhi said while demanding a separate one-day discussion on the matter. Also read | NEET-UG scam: Accused who stole exam paper from NTA trunk in Jharkhand arrested Meanwhile, the Supreme Court Bench led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) D.Y. Chandrachud continued its hearing into the case on Monday and ordered the director of the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi (IIT Delhi) to set up a three-member panel of experts to review a contentious question from the NEET-UG 2024 medical entrance exam. The National Testing Agency (NTA), responsible for conducting the exams, had awarded grace marks to certain students as the question purportedly had multiple correct answers. The apex court ordered the expert opinion to be placed before it by 12 noon on Tuesday (Jul 22). (With inputs from agencies)

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

The Centre is bracing for another turbulent Parliament session as the Opposition signalled its intentions by raising contentious issues such as the NEET-UG row and the Kanwar order controversy at an all-party meeting on Sunday (July 21).

In&nbsp;the all-party meeting, called by the Centre ahead of the Budget Session of the Parliament, the Congress demanded the appointment of a deputy speaker from the Opposition in the Lok Sabha.

Defence minister Rajnath Singh chaired the all-party meeting.

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Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi raised the raging NEET-UG row and the alleged misuse of central agencies like the ED and CBI.

Samajwadi Party MP Ram Gopal Yadav raised UP government's order for shopkeepers to display their names outside their shops along the Kanwar Yatra route.

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh asserted that the TDP did not demand special status for Andhra Pradesh. However, he mentioned that BJP ally JDU raised the issue of special status for Bihar.

"In today's all-party meeting of floor leaders chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, the JD(U) leader demanded special category status of Bihar. The YSRCP leader demanded special category status for Andhra Pradesh. Strangely, the TDP leader kept quiet on the matter,” he wrote on X.

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Notably, JD(U), a key ally in the ruling NDA, had recently passed a resolution demanding special category status for Bihar.

"In the all-party meeting of floor leaders chaired by the Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, the universal demand was for the constitution of the 24 Department-Related Standing Committees and giving them their due importance. There was also an universal demand for reviving the Consultative Committees where MPs can interact with the Ministers concerned," the minister further added.&nbsp;

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It may be mentioned here, the session begins on Monday (July 22) and will have a total of 19 sittings till August 12 when the government is likely to present six bills, including the one to replace the 90-year-old Aircraft Act, and also get Parliament's nod for the budget of Jammu and Kashmir.

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will table the Economic Survey in Parliament on Monday, and then present&nbsp;the Union Budget on Tuesday.

(With inputs from agencies)

The Centre is bracing for another turbulent Parliament session as the Opposition signalled its intentions by raising contentious issues such as the NEET-UG row and the Kanwar order controversy at an all-party meeting on Sunday (July 21).

The Centre is bracing for another turbulent Parliament session as the Opposition signalled its intentions by raising contentious issues such as the NEET-UG row and the Kanwar order controversy at an all-party meeting on Sunday (July 21). In the all-party meeting, called by the Centre ahead of the Budget Session of the Parliament, the Congress demanded the appointment of a deputy speaker from the Opposition in the Lok Sabha. Defence minister Rajnath Singh chaired the all-party meeting. Also read: Kedarnath: 3 dead, several injured after landslide hits pilgrimage Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi raised the raging NEET-UG row and the alleged misuse of central agencies like the ED and CBI. Samajwadi Party MP Ram Gopal Yadav raised UP government's order for shopkeepers to display their names outside their shops along the Kanwar Yatra route. Congress MP Jairam Ramesh asserted that the TDP did not demand special status for Andhra Pradesh. However, he mentioned that BJP ally JDU raised the issue of special status for Bihar. "In today's all-party meeting of floor leaders chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, the JD(U) leader demanded special category status of Bihar. The YSRCP leader demanded special category status for Andhra Pradesh. Strangely, the TDP leader kept quiet on the matter,” he wrote on X. In today's all-party meeting of floor leaders chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, the JD(U) leader demanded special category status of Bihar. The YSRCP leader demanded special category status for Andhra Pradesh. Strangely, the TDP leader kept quiet on the matter. — Jairam Ramesh (@Jairam_Ramesh) July 21, 2024 × Notably, JD(U), a key ally in the ruling NDA, had recently passed a resolution demanding special category status for Bihar. "In the all-party meeting of floor leaders chaired by the Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, the universal demand was for the constitution of the 24 Department-Related Standing Committees and giving them their due importance. There was also an universal demand for reviving the Consultative Committees where MPs can interact with the Ministers concerned," the minister further added. Also read: Gujarat | Chandipura virus claims 16 lives, 50 cases reported: Health ministry It may be mentioned here, the session begins on Monday (July 22) and will have a total of 19 sittings till August 12 when the government is likely to present six bills, including the one to replace the 90-year-old Aircraft Act, and also get Parliament's nod for the budget of Jammu and Kashmir. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will table the Economic Survey in Parliament on Monday, and then present the Union Budget on Tuesday. (With inputs from agencies)

Opposition rakes up NEET paper leak, Kanwar Yatra row at all-party meet ahead of Budget session

A Supreme Court bench led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud on Thursday (Jul&nbsp;11), postponed the hearing on several petitions regarding the alleged NEET UG medical entrance exam paper leak to July 18.

The bench was addressing petitions that claimed irregularities and malpractices during the May 5 test and requested a re-test of the exam.

The CJI-led bench noted that some of the parties have not received the affidavit filed by the Centre and National Testing Agency (NTA) and they need to thoroughly consider the responses before proceeding with arguments.

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<h2>Why was hearing postponed?</h2>

The Court granted the adjournment to allow the petitioners to file their responses to the affidavits filed by the Centre and the National Testing Agency on Wednesday (Jul&nbsp;10), legal news website LiveLaw said in a report. &nbsp;

<h2>What happened in last hearing?</h2>

In the previous hearing on July 8, the Supreme Court had said that the reliability of NEET-UG 2024 had been compromised. The top court instructed the NTA, the agency that conducts the exam, and the Union government to submit complete affidavits, and requested a status update from the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) by July 10 regarding the NEET examination.

<h2>What did government say in its affidavit?</h2>

The Union government said that the Ministry of Education had asked IIT Madras to conduct all-inclusive data analytics of the results of NEET-UG 2024 candidates, in compliance with the Supreme Court's directives.&nbsp;

The Centre informed the Supreme Court that there was no evidence of widespread cheating or any specific groups of candidates were unfairly benefiting from abnormal scores in NEET-UG 2024.

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It may be mentioned here, NEET-UG 2024 was attended by 23.33 lakh students on May 5 across 4,750 centres in 571 cities, including 14 cities overseas.&nbsp;

The exam was conducted by NTA.

NEET-UG is the entrance test for admissions to MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, and other medical related courses in government and private institutions across nation.

(With inputs from agencies)

A Supreme Court bench led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud on Thursday (Jul 11), postponed the hearing on several petitions regarding the alleged NEET UG medical entrance exam paper leak to July 18.

A Supreme Court bench led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud on Thursday (Jul 11), postponed the hearing on several petitions regarding the alleged NEET UG medical entrance exam paper leak to July 18. The bench was addressing petitions that claimed irregularities and malpractices during the May 5 test and requested a re-test of the exam. The CJI-led bench noted that some of the parties have not received the affidavit filed by the Centre and National Testing Agency (NTA) and they need to thoroughly consider the responses before proceeding with arguments. Also read: India: No 'mass malpractice' in 2024 NEET-UG exam, government tells Supreme Court Why was hearing postponed? The Court granted the adjournment to allow the petitioners to file their responses to the affidavits filed by the Centre and the National Testing Agency on Wednesday (Jul 10), legal news website LiveLaw said in a report. What happened in last hearing? In the previous hearing on July 8, the Supreme Court had said that the reliability of NEET-UG 2024 had been compromised. The top court instructed the NTA, the agency that conducts the exam, and the Union government to submit complete affidavits, and requested a status update from the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) by July 10 regarding the NEET examination. What did government say in its affidavit? The Union government said that the Ministry of Education had asked IIT Madras to conduct all-inclusive data analytics of the results of NEET-UG 2024 candidates, in compliance with the Supreme Court's directives. The Centre informed the Supreme Court that there was no evidence of widespread cheating or any specific groups of candidates were unfairly benefiting from abnormal scores in NEET-UG 2024. Also read: NEET paper leak row: ‘Re-exam last resort, can’t dispute paper leak,’ Indian SC hounds NTA It may be mentioned here, NEET-UG 2024 was attended by 23.33 lakh students on May 5 across 4,750 centres in 571 cities, including 14 cities overseas. The exam was conducted by NTA. NEET-UG is the entrance test for admissions to MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, and other medical related courses in government and private institutions across nation. (With inputs from agencies)

NEET UG: Hearing in Supreme Court postponed to July 18

Seeking a status report on the investigation conducted by the Central Bureau of Investigation, the Supreme Court on Monday while hearing a batch of pleas seeking re-examination of NEET-UG, noted that it was clear that the question paper was indeed leaked. Watch to know more!

NEET-UG 2024: Petitions seek to cancel exam held on May 5, call for retest | WION Newspoint

India SC demands NEET 'leak details' from NTA; says 'identify timeline,  how paper was leaked'

NEET-UG probe case: Supreme Court demands 'leak' details from NTA

The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test-Undergraduate (NEET-UG), which was earlier scheduled to be held on Saturday (July 6), was indefinitely deferred by the National Testing Agency (NTA).&nbsp;

The new dates for the counselling will be announced soon by the National Testing Agency (NTA).

The Supreme Court had on Friday (June 21) refused to postpone the counselling of students who had appeared in the controversy-ridden NEET-UG 2024 examination and whose tests were not scrapped, stating that this is not an "open and shut" process.&nbsp;

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Notices were issued by the top court to the Centre, the National Testing Agency (NTA) and others over a petition which sought the cancellation of the exam over alleged irregularities involved in conducting it on May 5.&nbsp;

<h2>NEET exam controversy and students' future</h2>

The NEET exam was embroiled in a controversy after nearly 24 lakh students took the May 5 exam and the results were declared.&nbsp;

The unusually high number of perfect scores achieved by 67 students raised eyebrows. Questions were also raised on the 'grace marks' awarded, which was not an exam protocol, to 1,563 students.

Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan had last month said that NEET-UG and UGC-NET exams had suffered from possible indiscretions like question papers being sold on the darknet, as was alleged by the students which also highlighted how the National Testing Agency has been conducting both tests.

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Meanwhile, the National Board of Examinations (NBE) in Medical Sciences on Friday (July 5) said that the NEET-PG entrance examination will be held on August 11 in two shifts.&nbsp;

The Central government on June 22 decided to postpone the NEET-PG examination as a "precautionary measure".&nbsp;

The NEET-PG entrance examination is held nationwide&nbsp;for admission of children to all MBBS DNB courses, post MBBS direct 6-year DNB courses and NBEMS diploma courses which are available in medical colleges throughout the the country.

(With inputs from agencies)

The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test-Undergraduate (NEET-UG), which was earlier scheduled to be held on Saturday (July 6), was indefinitely deferred by the National Testing Agency (NTA).

The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test-Undergraduate (NEET-UG), which was earlier scheduled to be held on Saturday (July 6), was indefinitely deferred by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The new dates for the counselling will be announced soon by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The Supreme Court had on Friday (June 21) refused to postpone the counselling of students who had appeared in the controversy-ridden NEET-UG 2024 examination and whose tests were not scrapped, stating that this is not an "open and shut" process. Also Read: NBE announces new NEET PG exam dates, two weeks after postponing them Notices were issued by the top court to the Centre, the National Testing Agency (NTA) and others over a petition which sought the cancellation of the exam over alleged irregularities involved in conducting it on May 5. NEET exam controversy and students' future The NEET exam was embroiled in a controversy after nearly 24 lakh students took the May 5 exam and the results were declared. The unusually high number of perfect scores achieved by 67 students raised eyebrows. Questions were also raised on the 'grace marks' awarded, which was not an exam protocol, to 1,563 students. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan had last month said that NEET-UG and UGC-NET exams had suffered from possible indiscretions like question papers being sold on the darknet, as was alleged by the students which also highlighted how the National Testing Agency has been conducting both tests. Watch: NEET-UG probe case: Investigators spanning several states, CBI make arrests from Bihar, Maharashtra Meanwhile, the National Board of Examinations (NBE) in Medical Sciences on Friday (July 5) said that the NEET-PG entrance examination will be held on August 11 in two shifts. The Central government on June 22 decided to postpone the NEET-PG examination as a "precautionary measure". The NEET-PG entrance examination is held nationwide for admission of children to all MBBS DNB courses, post MBBS direct 6-year DNB courses and NBEMS diploma courses which are available in medical colleges throughout the the country. (With inputs from agencies)

NEET paper leak row: NTA indefinitely defers UG counselling, new dates to be announced soon

As part of its investigations into the NEET-UGC paper leak case in India. India's investigation agency the CBI arrested an alleged co-conspirator, Aman Singh from Dhanbad in the state of Jharkhand.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (Jul 3) spoke in Rajya Sabha, the upper house of the Indian Parliament, and assured strict action in the NEET paper leak row. He also accused the Opposition of doing politics over the future of the country's youth. PM Modi was responding to the Motion of Thanks on the President's address. He said, "The President mentioned the paper leak in her speech. I expect the entire house to rise above politics and discuss the issue. Unfortunately, it's being politicised, which is concerning for the country's future."

"I assure the youth of our country, this government will not spare those who cheat and scam you," the PM added.

"Action is being taken to hold accountable those who jeopardise the future of our youth," he added, stressing, "We have enacted strict laws and are strengthening the entire system".

<h2>PM attacks Congress</h2>

The PM in his speech also targeted India's main opposition Congress party and said the electorate rejected its propaganda in recently held general elections and voted for performance. He added the politics of misleading people has been handed defeat.

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"The country is watching that those who spread lies do not have the strength to hear the truth. Those who do not have the courage to face truth, do not have courage to listen to the answers to questions that were raised in these discussions. They are insulting the Upper House, the glorious tradition of the House," Modi said.

<h2>Opposition on NEET</h2>

Meanwhile, the opposition has been demanding a discussion on the NEET issue in the Parliament.

On Monday (Jul 1), the leader of the opposition Rahul Gandhi had urged the Speaker to allocate a day for discussion on NEET after the Motion of Thanks debate.

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The NEET controversy has engulfed the entire nation for over months now stemming from allegations of paper leaks. An investigation has been launched by the federal investigative agency CBI. The head of the National Testing Agency (NTA) has already been removed. The matter is now pending for hearing in the country's Supreme Court on July 8.

(With inputs from agencies)

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (Jul 3) spoke in Rajya Sabha, the upper house of the Indian Parliament, and assured strict action in the NEET paper leak row.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (Jul 3) spoke in Rajya Sabha, the upper house of the Indian Parliament, and assured strict action in the NEET paper leak row. He also accused the Opposition of doing politics over the future of the country's youth. PM Modi was responding to the Motion of Thanks on the President's address. He said, "The President mentioned the paper leak in her speech. I expect the entire house to rise above politics and discuss the issue. Unfortunately, it's being politicised, which is concerning for the country's future." "I assure the youth of our country, this government will not spare those who cheat and scam you," the PM added. "Action is being taken to hold accountable those who jeopardise the future of our youth," he added, stressing, "We have enacted strict laws and are strengthening the entire system". PM attacks Congress The PM in his speech also targeted India's main opposition Congress party and said the electorate rejected its propaganda in recently held general elections and voted for performance. He added the politics of misleading people has been handed defeat. Also read: Hathras Stampede: PM Modi, CM Adityanath offers condolences "The country is watching that those who spread lies do not have the strength to hear the truth. Those who do not have the courage to face truth, do not have courage to listen to the answers to questions that were raised in these discussions. They are insulting the Upper House, the glorious tradition of the House," Modi said. Opposition on NEET Meanwhile, the opposition has been demanding a discussion on the NEET issue in the Parliament. On Monday (Jul 1), the leader of the opposition Rahul Gandhi had urged the Speaker to allocate a day for discussion on NEET after the Motion of Thanks debate. Also read: Kremlin says trade, economy on agenda during PM Modi`s `very important` visit to Russia The NEET controversy has engulfed the entire nation for over months now stemming from allegations of paper leaks. An investigation has been launched by the federal investigative agency CBI. The head of the National Testing Agency (NTA) has already been removed. The matter is now pending for hearing in the country's Supreme Court on July 8. (With inputs from agencies)

PM Modi says people rejected propaganda in elections, vows action in NEET paper leak row

A fiery exchange was witnessed in both houses of Parliament with the opposition demanding a discussion on the NEET controversy. The Congress alleged that Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi’s microphone was muted when he raised the NEET issue in Lok Sabha. Speaker Om Birla said that he does not switch off the microphone of MPs and has no such control. Watch in for more details!

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The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Thursday (June 27) arrested two people from the east Indian state of Bihar in connection with the NEET-UG paper leak case.

The two individuals, identified as Manish Prakash and Ashutosh, were arrested from Bihar's capital Patna.

As per a senior CBI official, the accused were operating from Patna where Ashutosh arranged safe house premises for the students and the other accused Manish took the candidates to a school to prepare them for the examination.

"Manish Prakash transported the students in his car. While the students were accommodated in Ashutosh's house," the CBI officer pointed out.

The official said that both the accused were produced in the court.

These are the first arrests made by the federal agency after it took over the case.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) found itself in hot waters after students alleged irregularities in the medical entrance examination. This triggered several protests in the country with students seeking to disband the NTA.

The unexpected results of the exam showed 67 candidates achieving a perfect score of&nbsp;720&nbsp;which raised concerns among students.

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The Ministry of Education said that it formed a high-level committee comprising experts who will suggest recommendations in the examination process to ensure smooth functioning and data security protocols.

The 7-member committee, helmed by ISRO's former chairman Dr K. Radhakrishnan, is slated to submit its report to the ministry in two months.

"In order to ensure transparent, smooth and fair conduct of examinations through the National Testing Agency (NTA), the Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education constituted a High-Level Committee of Experts to make recommendations on reform in the mechanism of examination process improvement in data security protocols and the structure and functioning of National Testing Agency," the ministry said.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Thursday (June 27) arrested two people from the east Indian state of Bihar in connection with the NEET-UG paper leak case.

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Thursday (June 27) arrested two people from the east Indian state of Bihar in connection with the NEET-UG paper leak case. The two individuals, identified as Manish Prakash and Ashutosh, were arrested from Bihar's capital Patna. As per a senior CBI official, the accused were operating from Patna where Ashutosh arranged safe house premises for the students and the other accused Manish took the candidates to a school to prepare them for the examination. "Manish Prakash transported the students in his car. While the students were accommodated in Ashutosh's house," the CBI officer pointed out. The official said that both the accused were produced in the court. These are the first arrests made by the federal agency after it took over the case. The National Testing Agency (NTA) found itself in hot waters after students alleged irregularities in the medical entrance examination. This triggered several protests in the country with students seeking to disband the NTA. The unexpected results of the exam showed 67 candidates achieving a perfect score of 720 which raised concerns among students. Also read: NEET-UG exam row: 'Solver gang' member who got solved question paper a day before exam arrested The Ministry of Education said that it formed a high-level committee comprising experts who will suggest recommendations in the examination process to ensure smooth functioning and data security protocols. The 7-member committee, helmed by ISRO's former chairman Dr K. Radhakrishnan, is slated to submit its report to the ministry in two months. "In order to ensure transparent, smooth and fair conduct of examinations through the National Testing Agency (NTA), the Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education constituted a High-Level Committee of Experts to make recommendations on reform in the mechanism of examination process improvement in data security protocols and the structure and functioning of National Testing Agency," the ministry said. (With inputs from agencies)

India: CBI arrests two accused in NEET-UG paper leak case from Bihar's Patna

Members of Congress' student wing National Students Union of India (NSUI) on Thursday (June 27) barged into the office of NTA in Delhi's Okhla demanding to disband the testing agency.

The NSUI members stormed inside the office raising 'shut down NTA' slogans.

There was no immediate reaction from NTA officials about the incident.

The footage shared by NSUI on social media showed National President Varun Chaudhary locking the Delhi office.

The members also issued a warning stating that if NTA is not banned, then the NSUI team would lock all the offices of the education body across the country.

"National President Shri Varun Chaudhary locked the Delhi office of NTA, a corrupt organization that is playing with the future of millions of students of the country, and demanded justice for students of all exams including NEET, NET, CUET. If NTA is not banned then we will lock all NTA offices across the country," NSUI said in a post on its official X handle.

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The National Testing Agency (NTA) found itself in hot waters after students alleged irregularities in the medical entrance examination which was conducted on May 5 with around 2.4 million candidates taking part in it.&nbsp;

This triggered several protests in the country where students demanded to disband the NTA.

The unexpected results of the exam showed 67 candidates achieving a perfect score&nbsp;of 720&nbsp;which raised concerns among students.

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<h2>President Murmu addresses NEET issue, says government will punish the guilty</h2>

Earlier today, President Droupadi Murmu while addressing a joint session of both Houses of Parliament, spoke about the irregularities in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET).

She said that the government is committed to investigating the paper leaks and the guilty in the matter will be punished.

"Sanctity and transparency are a must in government recruitments and examinations. The government is committed to conducting a fair investigation and ensure the most stringent punishment to those guilty in the recent incidents of paper leak," the president said and added that there is a need to move beyond "partisan politics" and adopt strong steps on this issue.

(With inputs from agencies)

Members of Congress' student wing National Students Union of India (NSUI) on Thursday (June 27) barged into the office of NTA in Delhi's Okhla demanding to disband the testing agency.

Members of Congress' student wing National Students Union of India (NSUI) on Thursday (June 27) barged into the office of NTA in Delhi's Okhla demanding to disband the testing agency. The NSUI members stormed inside the office raising 'shut down NTA' slogans. There was no immediate reaction from NTA officials about the incident. The footage shared by NSUI on social media showed National President Varun Chaudhary locking the Delhi office. The members also issued a warning stating that if NTA is not banned, then the NSUI team would lock all the offices of the education body across the country. "National President Shri Varun Chaudhary locked the Delhi office of NTA, a corrupt organization that is playing with the future of millions of students of the country, and demanded justice for students of all exams including NEET, NET, CUET. If NTA is not banned then we will lock all NTA offices across the country," NSUI said in a post on its official X handle. देश के लाखों छात्रों के भविष्य के साथ खिलवाड़ करने वाली NTA जैसी भ्रष्टाचारी संस्था पर राष्ट्रीय अध्यक्ष श्री वरुण चौधरी ने NTA के दिल्ली ऑफिस पर ताला लगाकर NEET, NET, CUET समेत सभी परीक्षाओं के छात्रों को न्याय देने की मांग की। अगर NTA को बैन नहीं किया गया तो देश पूरे भर में… pic.twitter.com/28hlynJYae — NSUI (@nsui) June 27, 2024 × The National Testing Agency (NTA) found itself in hot waters after students alleged irregularities in the medical entrance examination which was conducted on May 5 with around 2.4 million candidates taking part in it. This triggered several protests in the country where students demanded to disband the NTA. The unexpected results of the exam showed 67 candidates achieving a perfect score of 720 which raised concerns among students. Also read: CBI arrests two accused in NEET-UG paper leak case from Bihar's Patna President Murmu addresses NEET issue, says government will punish the guilty Earlier today, President Droupadi Murmu while addressing a joint session of both Houses of Parliament, spoke about the irregularities in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET). She said that the government is committed to investigating the paper leaks and the guilty in the matter will be punished. "Sanctity and transparency are a must in government recruitments and examinations. The government is committed to conducting a fair investigation and ensure the most stringent punishment to those guilty in the recent incidents of paper leak," the president said and added that there is a need to move beyond "partisan politics" and adopt strong steps on this issue. (With inputs from agencies)

NEET paper leak case: NSUI members barge into NTA office in Delhi, lock office

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