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Modi breaks silence on Manipur, assures youth on paper leaks in Rajya Sabha speech
In his reply that lasted a little over 100 minutes, the prime minister also spoke on the NEET paper leak, assuring the youth that their future will not be jeopardised and those guilty would not be spared. Modi also took jibes at the Opposition which staged a walkout 30 minutes into his speech as the Chair did not heed to its demand for an intervention by Leader of the Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge, leaving the floor open for the PM to have his say uninterrupted.
PM Modi speaks on NEET, says govt won't spare those behind paper leaks
Earlier on Tuesday, the Leader of Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday penned a letter to PM Modi, urging for an immediate debate in Parliament to address the growing concerns over the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET).
Rahul Gandhi writes to Prime Minister Modi, requests him to lead Parliamentary debate on NEET
"Our students deserve answers. A parliamentary debate is the first step towards rebuilding and restoring their faith. Given the urgency of the matter, I request the government to facilitate a debate in the House tomorrow. I believe that it would be fitting if you were to lead this debate in the interest of the students," the letter reads
Mallikarjun Kharge raises NEET, Manipur, Agniveer in Rajya Sabha
Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge criticised the BJP-led government during the Rajya Sabha discussion on the President's address, highlighting issues like exam paper leaks, train accidents, terror attacks, and currency depreciation. He expressed concern over the NEET paper leak affecting 30 lakh students and called for a Supreme Court-monitored investigation. Kharge also raised issues related to Manipur, statue relocation, Agnipath scheme, 'one rank, one pension', and PM Modi's rhetoric on minorities and Pakistan.
NEET a 'commercial' exam designed to suit rich students: Rahul Gandhi in Lok Sabha
Rahul Gandhi accuses NEET of favoring the rich, calls for transparency. Government faces scrutiny over exam irregularities. Panel formed for fair conduct. Critics demand discussion in Parliament for student welfare.
NDA's third term marred with paper leaks, terror attacks, train accident, airport canopy collapse: Mallikarjun Kharge
Listing out many recent incidents, Kharge pointed out that there have been exam paper leaks, cancellation of many examinations, train accident, three terror attacks in Jammu & Kashmir, leakages in Ram temple, collapse of canopy at three airports, increase in toll taxes and depreciation of rupee.
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NEET paper leak issue causes Opposition walk out in Lok Sabha, Congress' Rahul Gandhi seeks discussion
Opposition in Lok Sabha demanded a dedicated one-day discussion on the NEET paper leak, led by Rahul Gandhi. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated no separate discussion until the motion of thanks concludes. Speaker Om Birla affirmed no tradition of side discussions, suggesting a separate notice for NEET. Opposition walked out seeking government assurance.
RS LoP Mallikarjun Kharge leads Oppn MPs into well to protest paper leak
The Opposition in India has urged the government to address the NEET paper leak issue in the Rajya Sabha, causing widespread protests. Leader Mallikarjun Kharge and other leaders walked into the well of the House, while Congress member Phulo Devo Netam fainted due to exhaustion during protests. Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar announced he will not take up notices for suspending listed businesses to address the issue first.
FORDA delegation meets Health Minister JP Nadda, discusses postponement of NEET-PG
FORDA stressed on the importance of promptly announcing the new exam dates and conducting the exams transparently and efficiently, it said, adding the primary focus of the discussion was the postponement of the NEET-PG exam.
Parliament set to witness stormy debate on NEET-UG row, Agnipath scheme, inflation from Monday
Parliament will witness heated debates on various issues like the NEET paper leak, the Agnipath initiative, and inflation as both houses reconvene on Monday. The opposition is also expected to raise concerns about unemployment. In the Lok Sabha, Anurag Thakur will lead the debate on the Motion of Thanks, seconded by Bansuri Swaraj. The Rajya Sabha debate, initiated by Sudhanshu Trivedi, highlighted Modi's leadership compared to Nehru. Opposition members have protested for a dedicated discussion on the NEET issue.
NEET exam row: Pradhan slams Cong, says it wants to run away from discussion in Parliament
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan criticized the Congress on Saturday, accusing it of wanting to avoid a discussion in Parliament over the NEET exam issue. This statement follows Rahul Gandhi's request to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a respectful and thorough discussion in Parliament on the alleged irregularities in the conduct of the NEET exam.
Kharge highlights Sonia Gandhi's editorial on PM Modi, says "preaching consensus, provoking confrontation"
Rajya Sabha Leader of Opposition and Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of not reflecting on the message sent by voters in the recent parliamentary elections. Kharge highlighted an editorial by Congress leader Sonia Gandhi in a leading English daily on Saturday.
Lok Sabha adjourned as Opposition demands NEET discussion
Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi said NEET issue is very important for the country and the Opposition wants a dedicated discussion on the matter. Hence, the adjournment motion should be accepted, he said. "Parliament should send a message to the youth that the government and Opposition are together in raising the concerns of students. I urge PM Modi to hold respectful and good discussion on the NEET issue in Parliament as it concerns the country's youth," he added.
Govt ready for discussion on NEET but that should happen by maintaining decorum: Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan
Dharmendra Pradhan's proactive approach in addressing NEET concerns in Lok Sabha is evident through the removal of NTA officials and formation of a high-level committee. The government's commitment to resolving irregularities and involving the opposition in discussions on upcoming exams highlights a proactive and inclusive strategy.
INDIA bloc to move adjournment motions over NEET paper leak
Amidst disruptions, the 18th Lok Sabha session will address NEET paper leak, Agniveer, unemployment, and inflation, with support from DMK MP T Siva and Rashtriya Loktantrik Party.
Anurag Thakur to initiate discussion on Motion of Thanks in LS, PM's reply likely on July 2
The debate on the Motion of Thanks on the President's address in the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha is expected to be dominated by issues like exam paper leaks. The opposition has emerged stronger in the recent general elections, and the government is committed to investigating the incidents. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan could intervene in the debate on the alleged leaked medical entrance exam NEET-UG.
Centre's panel on exam reforms to engage with parents, students; take stock of concerns
The Education Ministry's exam reforms panel, led by former ISRO chief R Radhakrishnan, will consult with parents and students to address concerns over exam processes amid controversies surrounding NEET and NET exams. During its initial meeting, the committee reviewed NTA operations, focusing on developing a secure, flexible, and tamper-proof testing system.
India’s Olympic odyssey: From 1912 Stockholm discussions to bidding for 2036
India eventually participated in the 1920 Games and, under the patronage of Sir Dorab Tata, sent a handful of athletes to the 1924 Games in Paris. While these athletes did reasonably well, none were in contention for a medal. The first medal, a gold, was won at the 1928 Amsterdam Olympics. It was during this tour that Dhyan Chand established himself as the premier star of Indian hockey. For Chand, an enlisted sepoy in the Army and a man not born into privilege, the opportunity to represent India was an unexpected windfall.
NEET-UG row: Bihar Police obtain reference question papers, plan to tally with seized documents
The Bihar Police's Economic Offences Unit investigating the alleged NEET-UG paper leak case has obtained reference question papers, planning to compare them with documents recovered from a flat in Patna. The EOU is considering narco analysis and brain mapping tests for arrested suspects. The Enforcement Directorate may probe money laundering aspects. Top EOU officials will discuss the probe with the Union Education Ministry. Former DGP Abhayanand suggests the case be probed under the PMLA due to potential black money involvement.
"When will NEET be cancelled?": Congress urges PM Modi to "take responsibility" for stopping paper leak
Indian National Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge in a post on X referred to the cancellation of the University Grants Commission-National Eligibility Test (UGC-NET) as a "victory of spirit" of millions of students.
NEET row: Kapil Sibal demands probe by SC-appointed officials
Amid the controversy surrounding the NEET medical entrance exam, former HRD Minister Kapil Sibal has called for a Supreme Court-appointed probe into allegations of irregularities. He criticized PM Modi for remaining silent on the issue and urged the government to consult with all states on future exam procedures. Sibal highlighted corruption in the testing system and the need for accountability. He also clarified that the NEET regulation was introduced by the Medical Council of India and not the Ministry of Education, emphasizing the need for a transparent inquiry into the matter.
Congress demands SC-monitored probe into NEET exam 'irregularities'
The Indian Congress has demanded a high-level investigation under the supervision of the Supreme Court into "irregularities" in the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) for medical courses and accused the BJP of cheating youngsters and playing with their futures. Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge said paper leaks, rigging, and corruption have become an integral part of many examinations, including the NEET.
Lok Sabha Elections: Opposition to discuss counting norms with ECI today
The opposition alliance demanded that the Election Commission of India (ECI) follow the laid out procedure, including counting postal ballots first and adhering to the Supreme Court's guidelines on counting a minimum five per cent of voter verifiable paper audit trail (VVPAT) per polling booth.
Work overnight for FPI tax papers: Sebi tells big four firms
At a meeting on Tuesday, the Indian capital market regulator has told the accounting biggies in no uncertain terms to generate the mandatory 'confirmation certificate' overnight so that offshore funds managers can repatriate the money from the sale of stocks here to other international markets the very next day.
The Man Behind Bit-Con
Craig Steven Wright of nChain claimed to be Bitcoin's creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, facing legal disputes with the crypto industry over his assertion.
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