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    NEET Paper Leak: CBI arrests man from Maharashtra who claimed to increase marks in exchange for money

    CBI arrests a man from Maharashtra's Latur in connection with the NEET paper leak case. Supreme Court acknowledges the paper leak and questions NTA about the extent of the leak. Requests for status reports from CBI, Centre, and NTA. The court to decide on the possibility of a re-test based on the investigation findings. Aspirants seek direction to recall NEET-UG 2024 results due to alleged malpractices. NEET-UG exam is crucial for admissions into medical and related courses nationwide. Case to be heard next on July 11.

    NEET-UG 2024 counseling deferred indefinitely amid paper leak controversy

    ​​The postponement of NEET-UG counseling follows concerns over the integrity of the examination process, prompting authorities to reassess and determine a suitable rescheduling plan.

    NEET paper leak: 'Two IPLs, Indian Paper Leak…', AAP MP Raghav Chadha slams Govt in Rajya Sabha

    New Delhi: Rajya Sabha AAP MP Raghav Chadha lashed out at the central Government over the alleged irregularities in the NEET exam claiming that it has played with the future of the aspirants.NEET paper leak: 'Two IPLs, Indian Paper Leak…', AAP MP Raghav C...

    21-year-old Keralite splurges Rs 10 lakh on new car! Meet IAS aspirant who also runs a thriving coaching business

    His YouTube channel, IAS Hub Malayalam, has attracted 2.1K subscribers. His audience comprises clerks, college teachers, IT professionals, chemical engineers, homemakers, and fellow college students. Chako was the only teacher aware of his side venture.

    NEET-UG paper leak case: CBI arrests two from Patna

    The CBI FIR stated that NEET-UG 2024 was conducted by the National Testing Agency on May 5 at 4,750 centres in 571 cities, including 14 cities abroad, with over 23 lakh candidates appearing for the examination. The complaint alleged that certain isolated incidents occurred in a few states during the conduct of NEET-UG.

    NEET-UG paper leak: CBI makes first arrests in Patna, picks up 2

    Central Bureau of Investigation made the first arrests in the alleged NEET-UG paper leak case. The The arrested were identified as Manish Prakash and Ashutosh Kumar, who sheltered the students after leaking the paper. The CBI took over the case on June 24 and started investigating after visiting the Economic Offences Unit (EOU) of Bihar Police.

    • NEET-UG Paper Leak case: CBI seizes burnt papers, electronic devices from Bihar Police

      The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has taken charge of the NEET-UG 2024 paper leak investigation, gathering key evidence from Bihar police. With 18 arrests made, including prime suspect Sikandar Yadavendu, the probe reveals a web of corruption affecting students nationwide. Student unions protest against the examination corruption, demanding the resignation of the Union Education Minister. The investigation intensifies as political leaders call for reform and accountability.

      Centre notifies rules under anti-paper leak law, mandates NRA to prepare SOPs for tests

      The Indian government has released rules under the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, which mandates the National Recruitment Agency (NRA) to prepare norms, standards, and guidelines for computer-based tests. The Act, passed by Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha, aims to prevent unfair means in public examinations conducted by various public bodies.

      Mamata Banerjee urges PM Modi to consider abolishing NEET, restore system of conducting the exam by states

      West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee urged PM Modi to abolish NEET and revert to state-conducted exams due to paper leak row. She called for action against those involved in NEET-UG exam irregularities to restore confidence of the aspirant students in the system by writing a letter to the PM.

      A tip-off opened NEET Pandora's box: Mystery call on 4 criminals led Bihar police to crack paper leak case

      An anonymous whistleblower's tip to Patna police exposed a nationwide NEET-UG fraud network. Four suspects were arrested, leading to the discovery of a large-scale operation where candidates paid Rs 30-50 lakh for leaked questions. The investigation revealed a vast network involving coaching institutes, teachers, and students, with significant evidence seized and multiple arrests made.

      NEET NET Result: Nearly 33 lakh students affected as govt agency fails the test

      The Centre's handling of NEET and UGC-NET exams in 2024 has left nearly 33 lakh students affected due to alleged fraud and paper leak issues. Approximately 24 lakh science stream students preparing for NEET faced challenges including allegations of leaked papers and disputes over grace marks. Meanwhile, UGC-NET, traditionally a computer-based test (CBT) since 2018, unexpectedly shifted to a pen-paper format, leading to concerns about security and processing delays.

      NEET exams: Errors limited to specific region, says Minister; Govt to form high level-committee

      Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan forms high-level committee to improve NTA transparency. Ministry of Education cancels UGC-NET, hands NEET(UG) irregularities to CBI. Supreme Court seeks responses on NEET-UG 2024 cancellation and probe into alleged irregularities.

      NEET-2024: Prime accused confesses to arranging question papers for four candidates

      Prime accused Yadvendu admitted arranging question papers for NEET aspirants, demanding Rs 40 lakh each. Confessional statement detailed contacts with Nitish Kumar and Amit Anand, known for leaking exam papers like NEET. Yadvendu provided leaked paper to candidates including his nephew Anurag Yadav before the NEET-UG 2024 exam.

      NEET aspirants say little faith in NTA, want retest option for all candidates to be considered

      Many medical aspirants are calling for a retest of NEET-UG 2024 due to irregularities, paper leaks, and inflated merit list, despite the cancellation of grace marks for 1,563 students. Protests are being held nationwide by student bodies and political youth wings, with demands for thorough inquiries and universal retests as some students express lost faith in the exam's integrity. The Supreme Court has intervened, seeking responses on petitions regarding the exam's alleged irregularities.

      NEET paper leak didn't help: Accused spent Rs 30 lakh, got all India rank of 71,000

      In Patna, three students implicated in the alleged NEET-UG paper leak failed to achieve passing scores, deepening concerns over the exam's integrity. The controversy led to the cancellation of the UGC-NET June 2024 test amid demands for a CBI investigation. Scores for other beneficiaries ranged from 185 to 500, with the highest scorer ranking 71,000th, far from securing a government medical college seat.

      NEET paper leak: Bihar Dy CM Vijay Sinha says 'scam' linked to RJD's Tejashwi Yadav's aide

      Bihar's deputy chief minister, Vijay Sinha, has accused RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav of involvement in the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) paper leak case. Sinha claimed that Yadavendu was used by his personal secretary Pritam Kumar to book a room for Sikander Kumar Yadavendu. Sinha also sought clarification on the role of Yadavendu and the involvement of a 'Mantri Ji' who recommended the stay of a NEET aspirant and his mother.

      NEET Paper Leak: Bihar mastermind confesses to selling question paper for Rs 30-32 lakh, 4 students arrested

      Four individuals, including three NEET aspirants and a junior engineer, have been arrested in Bihar for leaking the NEET question paper. Mastermind Amit Anand admitted orchestrating the leak, selling papers for Rs 30-32 lakh. Burnt remains of the paper were found at his residence. The suspects memorized the leaked paper, casting doubts on NEET-UG 2024's integrity. The Union Education Ministry has sought a report from Bihar Police's Economic Offences Unit amid national outrage and calls for exam cancellation.

      "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 paper leak row: Education Ministry seeks report from Bihar police's Economic Offences Unit

      Education Ministry orders Bihar police's Economic Offences Unit to report on grace marks issue in NEET-UG Exam-2024, addressing irregularities in Patna. Government to take action post report, committed to exam sanctity and student interests.

      AAP protests against NEET row, calls it 'national disgrace'

      The Mumbai unit of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) protested against the alleged NEET scam, demanding a fresh examination, citing it as a "national disgrace." They called for a court-monitored investigation and exemplary action against those involved, particularly targeting BJP members. The NEET examination faced irregularities and protests nationwide.

      NEET-UG result uproar: Big shake-up looms for NTA amid backlash over exam results

      Amid ongoing controversy over the NEET-UG medical entrance exam, significant changes are anticipated within the National Testing Agency (NTA). The agency's operations and exam management are under review, with a high-level committee potentially being formed to provide recommendations, according to government sources cited by The Times of India.

      How a 25-minute SBI, Canara Bank confusion in Haryana led to a NEET controversy affecting 24 lakh students

      The NEET 2024 exam faces controversy due to errors at two centers, alleged paper leaks, and grace marks. Aspirants like Komal Rani, despite high scores, feel disadvantaged. Exam centers issued incorrect papers, leading to confusion and grace marks for some. Affected candidates demand a retest to ensure fairness and maintain trust in the examination system.

      NEET ‘Grace Marks’ row: 'Let the states conduct the medical exam themselves', demands DK Shivakumar
      NEET topper allegedly fails Class 12 Physics, Chemistry exams. Marksheet goes viral

      Controversy surrounds NEET UG 2024 as a viral marksheet alleges a student scored high in NEET but failed in Class 12 Physics and Chemistry exams, casting doubt on score authenticity. NTA plans a June 23 re-test for 1,563 candidates who received grace marks. Supreme Court's scrutiny prompted the decision, amidst claims of exam irregularities. Counselling for medical courses starts July 6, after 24 lakh aspirants took the May 5 exam.

      NEET-UG results 2024: No evidence of paper leak in exam, says Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan

      NEET result 2024: No evidence of paper has been found in the NEET-UG exam 2024, said Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Thursday. This comes after the Centre told the Supreme Court that the decision to give grace marks to 1,563 NEET-UG, 2024 candidates for admission to MBBS, BDS and other courses has been cancelled and they will be given an option to take a re-test on June 23.

      NEET Result: Why students are demanding re-exam, what's the controversy? Here is all you should know

      NEET: The Supreme Court has called for a response from the National Testing Agency (NTA) following a petition demanding a fresh NEET-UG exam in 2024 due to concerns of "paper leak" and other irregularities. Allegations of malpractices and breaches of fairness have arisen, prompting demands for re-examination and sparking controversy. Numerous candidates scored perfect marks, raising questions about the exam's integrity and prompting investigations.

      NEET Controversy: CLAT ad mocking medical, engineering exam goes viral, says 'Think beyond NEET, IIT-JEE'

      NEET Result Controversy: In a major protest against alleged NEET exam irregularities, students demand the exam's cancellation and a thorough investigation. Amid this uproar, a viral newspaper ad encourages students to consider the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) instead of NEET. The ad has sparked significant social media reactions, further intensifying the controversy surrounding the NEET results.

      NEET-UG row: Education ministry sets up 4-member panel to review grace marks to over 1500 candidates

      The NEET-UG medical entrance exam faced allegations of mark inflation, prompting the NTA to form a panel to review grace marks for over 1,500 candidates. Political parties, including AAP and Congress, raised concerns about irregularities, with demands for a re-exam and probes. The NTA denied any wrongdoing, attributing higher scores to textbook changes and grace marks for time lost at exam centers. Calls for a re-exam persist.

      NEET-UG 2024 Results: NTA issues clarification after NEET marking controversy

      Amidst controversy over NEET-UG 2024 results, health activist Dr. Vivek Pandey files an RTI plea seeking information on grace marks awarded by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The NTA announced that candidates who reported losing time during the exam were compensated with grace marks. However, the medical community remains dissatisfied, and Dr. Pandey seeks details on the total number of students awarded grace marks and the criteria applied. This comes alongside a petition filed in the Supreme Court alleging instances of paper leaks in the NEET-UG examination.

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