BJP leader Ramesh Bidhuri claimed that 'puncture repairers and locksmiths' outnumbered students at a recent Jantar Mantar protest against the NEET paper leak, criticizing the abusive language used against PM Modi. His remarks follow Modi's appeal to forgive young protesters who used offensive language.
Rahul Gandhi alleged Home Minister Amit Shah was responsible for police brutality against NEET protesters, claiming students were beaten with pellet guns and lathis with nails, despite Delhi Police denying gunshot injuries.
Congress veteran Mani Shankar Aiyar joined protests at Jantar Mantar over the alleged NEET paper leak, welcoming dialogue between the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) and the Union government. He expressed hope for a positive outcome while criticizing past fear of Modi and Shah, urging fearlessness.
Leaders of the Cockroach Janata Party met with Union ministers, who sought time until Saturday afternoon to respond to demands for Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. The government gave in-principle approval for compensation to affected families and withdrawal of cases against students, but protests continue until a formal response on the resignation is received.
The Indian government introduced the National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, in the Rajya Sabha, aiming to extend legal protection to Vande Mataram, similar to the National Anthem. The Bill's introduction was met with noisy protests from Opposition MPs over the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak issue, leading to parliamentary disruptions.
India's Centre announced a major bureaucratic reshuffle, appointing Naresh Pal Gangwar as Secretary of Higher Education and T K Anil Kumar as Secretary of School Education, replacing Vineet Joshi. The changes occur amidst ongoing protests over alleged NEET exam irregularities.
Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar has spoken out on nationwide NEET paper leak protests, urging society to uphold meritocracy and ensure students' hard work is rewarded. He reflected on his father's values, emphasizing that cheating is unacceptable. Other cricketers, including Shikhar Dhawan, Mohammad Kaif, and Irfan Pathan, also voiced support for students, with Kaif condemning police action against protestors in Delhi.
India's Olympic gold medallist Abhinav Bindra and Grandmaster Nihal Sarin advocate for a transparent, merit-based education system as protests over alleged NEET exam irregularities continue. Environmental activist Sonam Wangchuk is on an indefinite fast, and a student march to Parliament was dispersed by Delhi Police.
Veteran BJP leader Murli Manohar Joshi backed students protesting the alleged NEET paper leak, condemning police action and urging empathy. His intervention highlights an escalating political clash between BJP and opposition over the issue, with PM Modi announcing fast-track courts for paper leak cases.
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation closed 17 stations from 7:30 AM Thursday, without stating a reason, though the move coincides with youth-led protests against the NEET paper leak in Delhi, which saw clashes and an alleged internet shutdown.
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation closed 16 stations from 7:30 AM without stating a reason, though interchange facilities remain open at select points. This comes amidst ongoing youth-led protests by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) in Delhi against the NEET paper leak, demanding the Union Education Minister's resignation.
Former India cricketer Yuvraj Singh shared a heartfelt message on the ongoing NEET examination paper leak protests, urging dialogue for a safe learning environment. The controversy has intensified with protests, parliamentary deadlock, and legal scrutiny, including Delhi Police FIRs and Delhi High Court notices. Olympian Manu Bhaker also voiced concern for students.
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan accused Rahul Gandhi and Congress of exploiting students for political gains amid NEET protests, stating the government is ready for parliamentary discussion on the issue and committed to reforms, while condemning the opposition's "political spectacle."
Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) approached Indian Youth Congress (IYC) for coordination on NEET protest, but IYC declined, citing its own nationwide protests against NEET paper leak and CBSE issues, led by Rahul Gandhi.
