Lok Sabha passes Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, amid disruptions and a political showdown over July 20 student protests, with stricter penalties for exam-related offences proposed.
A Special Fast Track Court in Delhi, established under the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, will hear the bail applications of Dinesh Biwal and Vikas Biwal, accused in the 2026 NEET-UG paper leak case, marking the court's first hearing.
The Indian government faces ongoing protests over the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak, with PM Modi assuring stricter action and Rahul Gandhi demanding the education minister's resignation. The NTA has sacked 47 officials amid restructuring efforts.
Indian PM Narendra Modi pledged fast-track courts for exam paper leak perpetrators, his first response to youth-led protests across India. Activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his hunger strike, but student groups demand Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation and continue their agitation.
The NEET paper leak controversy continues with the Centre seeking more time on Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation demand from the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP). The NTA has sacked 47 officials and begun a major overhaul, while PM Modi promises stricter action and Rahul Gandhi renews criticism. The Supreme Court will hear pleas on police action.
India's Union Cabinet has approved a bill proposing stricter punishments, including up to 10 years in prison and a ₹10 crore fine, for examination paper leaks. The legislation, aimed at strengthening legal frameworks against exam fraud, is expected to be introduced in Parliament next week amidst ongoing controversies like the NEET leak and student protests.
Activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike after government assurances on paper-leak cases and examination reforms. Despite this, the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) vows to continue protesting until the education minister resigns, leveraging social media to mobilize youth and challenge traditional political communication.
Gitanjali Angmo defended her husband Sonam Wangchuk's decision to end his 26-day hunger strike against the NEET paper leak, urging compassion from critics. Wangchuk concluded his fast after negotiations with Union ministers, while the Cockroach Janata Party vowed to continue nationwide protests demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.
The Delhi High Court declined a PIL seeking an NIA or CBI probe into the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)-led 'Chalo Sansad' march over the NEET paper leak, stating authorities are competent. This decision comes as the Centre continues talks with CJP regarding their demands.
The Supreme Court has ordered the central government and National Testing Agency (NTA) to submit detailed affidavits on the implementation of reforms addressing the NEET-UG paper leak, committing to year-long monitoring to ensure institutionalization of measures.
Tens of thousands of young Indians, led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) and activist Sonam Wangchuk, are protesting nationwide against repeated examination paper leaks and demanding education reforms. Police responded with tear gas as the movement questions the state's ability to ensure fairness, posing a unique challenge to the BJP government.
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike after government assurances. Concurrently, PM Modi announced a new Bill with stringent provisions, including fast-track courts, to combat examination paper leaks, to be introduced in Parliament next week.
Veer Madho Singh Bhandari Uttarakhand Technical University cancelled two BTech exams after an assistant professor allegedly leaked a paper on WhatsApp, leading to his arrest and student protests. Re-exams are set for August 2026, affecting 377 students, amidst ongoing concerns about exam leaks in Uttarakhand.
A 2023 photo of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and education reformer Sonam Wangchuk, who once praised each other's commitment to education reform, has resurfaced. This comes as Wangchuk leads an indefinite hunger strike demanding accountability for NEET-UG paper leak and Pradhan's resignation, marking a sharp political contrast.
Tens of thousands of young Indians are protesting nationwide, led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), over repeated examination paper leaks and demanding education reforms. The movement, sparked by activist Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike, questions the state's ability to ensure fairness in the education system, posing a unique challenge to the BJP government.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced stricter measures against paper leaks, including a draft Bill for Fast-Track Courts and stringent punishments, following widespread protests over NEET-UG 2026 examination irregularities. He also urged activist Sonam Wangchuk, who ended a 26-day hunger strike, to recover.
Rahul Gandhi attacked PM Modi for not addressing demands for Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak, calling PM Modi's video message an insult to students' intelligence. Modi announced a new Bill for stringent punishment against paper leaks, while protests continue nationwide.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced stringent measures against examination paper leaks, including the establishment of fast-track courts for swift trials and harsh punishments. This decision follows widespread student protests over incidents like the NEET paper leak, with a resolution to be discussed in Cabinet and presented to Parliament.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced stricter measures against examination paper leaks, including fast-track courts and harsher punishments. The Union Cabinet will discuss a new bill on Friday, with efforts to pass it in Parliament next week, amidst nationwide protests over NEET UG exam irregularities.
Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike, demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over exam paper leaks, citing negotiations and potential violence. His decision followed PM Modi's pledge for tougher laws against leaks, while youth-led protests continue nationwide.
India's cricket captain Shubman Gill has spoken out amid student protests over exam paper leaks, urging compassion, mutual respect, and a focus on student interests. He emphasized education's power and supported peaceful voices, with other sports legends like Sachin Tendulkar also backing students.
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike in India following negotiations with Union ministers, citing a desire to prevent violence. Simultaneously, PM Modi addressed the alleged NEET-UG paper leak, promising stricter legislation, while the Cockroach Janata Party vowed to continue protests.
The Indian government is engaging opposition leaders to resolve the parliamentary deadlock concerning the alleged NEET paper leak, offering discussion without preconditions like Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. This follows repeated disruptions in the Monsoon session.
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has called for nationwide protests on July 24 against the alleged NEET-UG paper leak and police brutality. Despite calls for a bandh by student groups in some states, schools and colleges across India are expected to remain open as no official holiday has been declared.
