Page 2 - Latest Updates on NEET
From US to China: How countries punish exam cheating and paper leaks
As Parliament debates tougher penalties for paper leaks, here's how countries from China and South Korea to the US, UK and Singapore punish exam fraud and organised cheating
 "From US to China: How countries punish exam cheating and paper leaks")
Lok Sabha takes up anti-paper leak Bill, Oppn slams action on protesters
BJP cites past leaks as Opposition targets Centre over protests and exam failures
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Neet protests: SC signals SIT probe into police action against students
SC says a fair probe is needed into allegations of police excesses and attacks on 250 police personnel; orders interim relief, including release of detained students below 18 with no criminal record
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Neet protests: Bihar, Assam to withdraw all FIRs, release protesters
The move came after the CJP threatened to resume nationwide protests if the Centre failed to provide written assurances on withdrawing FIRs and ending action against demonstrators
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The cultural meaning of Neet: Saving faith in India's exam system
For millions, competitive exams represent a status-blind opportunity to move into a higher life orbit. Repairing broken trust needs more than heightened Instagram presence
CJP flags detention of protesters in states, asks govt to honour assurance
CJP said it had received "multiple reports" of students and other protesters being "targeted, detained, or arrested by various state agencies", particularly in Assam, West Bengal and Bihar
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Mere agitation can't justify police excess, says SC on student protests
The Supreme Court said peaceful protest is a constitutional right and observed that mere agitation cannot justify a lathi-charge, while hearing pleas seeking uniform guidelines for protests
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Rahul Gandhi writes to Shah, demands accountability for assault on students
In his letter to Shah, Gandhi said peaceful protest is crucial to any democracy and it is the government's responsibility to protect protestors and resolve their grievances through dialogue
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Students more important than any post: Shah after Dharmendra Pradhan's exit
His remarks came after Pradhan resigned on Saturday amid mounting pressure due to the protests over the Neet paper leak controversy
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Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns amid nationwide protests
The minister's resignation comes weeks after protests over the leaking of the question paper for the highly-competitive National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (Neet-UG) for admissions to medical colle
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Education Minister Pradhan resigns; CJP calls it a 'win for democracy'
Citing 'deep anguish' over the ongoing protests, Dharmendra Pradhan said he has submitted his resignation to PM Modi amid sustained student agitations and mounting political pressure
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Anti-Neet protest enters 6th day in Tamil Nadu; doctors to join on July 28
Students continued their sit-in at the CPI state headquarters for a sixth day, while medical professionals announced a statewide protest on July 28 in support of the ongoing anti-Neet demonstrations
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Delhi Police tighten security with extra barricades for weekend protests
Police have installed multiple layers of chained and welded barricades and stepped up surveillance across Delhi, anticipating a larger turnout at the CJP-led protest demanding examination reforms
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Ended fast fearing crackdown like Ladakh: Wangchuk denies deal with Centre
The activist said he accepted the Centre's written assurances to prevent violence and legal action against students, denying allegations that he struck a deal with the government
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PM Modi thanks people for responses, suggestions received on midnight video
You have given me overwhelming support and positive suggestions, he added
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SC to hear pleas over alleged police excesses during NEET protests
The Supreme Court will hear petitions on July 27 over alleged police excesses during NEET protests, while the Delhi High Court deferred a surveillance challenge and declined an NIA probe plea
Cabinet clears ₹3,030 cr chemical scheme; Vaishnaw skips Neet questions
When asked about the reported draft Bill proposing stricter punishments for paper leaks, Vaishnaw declined to answer questions on the Neet issue, saying, "No paper will be leaked today"
 "Cabinet clears ₹3,030 cr chemical scheme; Vaishnaw skips Neet questions")
CJP seeks Pradhan's resignation; Cabinet clears Bill for tougher punishment
The proposed law, likely to be introduced next week, comes as the Centre and CJP continue talks, with the student body reiterating its demand for Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation
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List of govt assurances that led Sonam Wangchuk to end his hunger strike
Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike after the Centre assured action on key demands, including a parliamentary discussion on paper leaks and no cases against peaceful protesters
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Amit Shah meets LS Speaker Om Birla amid Parliament deadlock over Neet
Amit Shah met Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla as Parliament remained paralysed by Opposition protests over the Neet paper leak and the demand for Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation
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