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NEET-UG case: Supreme Court issues notice to NTA over OMR sheets
The bench at the outset pointed out to Basant as how can a private coaching institute file an Article 32 petition in the Supreme Court and what kind of fundamental rights of the institution are affected. Counsel appearing for the NTA submitted that the OMR sheets have been uploaded on the website and given to the candidates. The bench asked him whether there is any time limit for raising the grievance of OMR sheets.
Hundreds of Congress' student wing protesters from NSUI forcibly enter NTA office in Delhi, lock it down
A group of 100 NSUI members stormed the National Testing Agency (NTA) office in Delhi, protesting alleged NEET-UG exam irregularities. Videos showed NSUI workers entering the building and claiming trunks contained exam answer sheets. The NTA denied this, stating the boxes were empty. Meanwhile, the CBI arrested two people in Patna related to the NEET paper leak.
Rajasthan HC notice to Centre, NTA on petition seeking NEET-UG cancellation, retest
Justice Ashok Kumar Jain of the high court issued the notices to the NTA and the central government and sought their response. The court considered the matter to be serious and scheduled the hearing on July 10, counsel for petitioners Rampratap Saini said.
National Testing Agency faces 'darknet' threat
The National Testing Agency faces a new threat from the 'darknet', causing staff to doubt exam security. Despite this, the NTA aims to conduct exams on schedule and maintain academic progress after Covid-19 disruptions. Concerns about retaining staff and rebuilding confidence through technology upgrades are raised, with uncertainty over rescheduling exams due to hacking fears. Officials stress the need for a national-level response to cybersecurity threats.
NEET-UG case: 6 accused arrested, being taken for medical examination in Patna
Patna (Bihar): 6 accused arrested in connection with UG NEET case, being taken from LNJP hospital, Patna after their medical examination. Bihar Police arrested the accused from Jharkhand's Deoghar on June 21. The marking scheme of NTA led to a huge uproar across the natio...
Subodh Kumar Singh removed as NTA chief, Pradeep Singh Kharola takes over amid NEET, NET paper leak row
NTA Director General Subodh Kumar Singh was removed from his position on Saturday and placed on "compulsory wait" in the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT). Pradeep Singh Kharola has been assigned the additional charge of NTA DG.
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NEET row: 1,563 candidates to appear for NEET-UG retest today
NEET-UG retest: A retest for NEET-UG involving 1,563 candidates is scheduled for Sunday, overseen by officials from the National Testing Agency and the Union education ministry at exam centres. This decision follows the withdrawal of grace marks initially given to compensate for delays in starting the exam at six centres across Meghalaya, Haryana, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, and Chandigarh.
NTA panel likely to focus on lack of cadre, in-house expertise
The NTA's shift to pen-paper exams like NEET-UG has raised concerns, deviating from its online testing focus. The involvement of TCS, challenges with pen-paper exams, and the UGC-NET's transition to a paper format have impacted the testing body's operations.
Centre's seven-member high-level panel formed to oversee NTA's functioning to hold meet, sources
The Centre's high-level committee overseeing the National Testing Agency (NTA) is set to meet on Monday to address transparency and operational issues. This committee, led by Dr. K. Radhakrishnan, will submit its recommendations on reforming the examination process and improving data security to the Ministry of Education in the next two months. The NTA, which conducted the NEET-UG exams, has faced criticism and allegations of irregularities, leading to protests and demands for its disbandment.
NEET-UG 'paper leak' a localised matter; NTA to be reformed before next cycle: Officials
Underlining that addressing the concerns of students and parents is top priority of the government, the people said National Testing Agency (NTA) will be reformed, which has become necessary following allegations of irregularities, before the next NEET-UG exam.
Out of 1563, 813 candidates appear for NEET-UG retest: National Testing Agency
The re-conduct of the exam was announced following allegations of irregularities in NEET-UG, including paper leaks. Amid allegations of irregularities in the conduct of entrance examinations, the National Testing Agency (NTA) claimed on Sunday that its website and all its web portals are fully secure.
Various aspects being probed: Bihar Dy CM Choudhary on alleged NEET paper leak
Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary announced that an inquiry is ongoing regarding the alleged paper leak in the NEET exam. The Bihar Police's Economic Offences Unit arrested 13 individuals, including the prime suspect Sikandar Yadavendu, in connection with the incident. The exam, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), had over 24 lakh candidates appearing at 4,750 centers across 571 cities. Students raised concerns about irregularities after the results were declared, leading to demands for a fresh exam due to alleged paper leaks.
Centre's high-level panel on exam reforms to meet on Monday: Sources
Former AIIMS-Delhi director Randeep Guleria, University of Hyderabad Vice-Chancellor BJ Rao, professor emeritus in IIT-Madras' Department of Civil Engineering K Ramamurthy, People Strong co-founder and Karmayogi Bharat board member Pankaj Bansal, IIT-Delhi Dean of Student Affairs Aditya Mittal and Education Ministry Joint Secretary Govind Jaiswal are other members of the panel.
IMA welcomes CBI probe into NEET-UG irregularities
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) filed an FIR on Sunday in connection with the alleged irregularities in Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET-UG) held on May 5 on a reference from the Union education ministry, amid countrywide protests and litigation by students for a probe into paper leak claims.
NEET, NET Paper-Leak Row: Who is NTA director general Subodh Kumar Singh, removed over exam irregularities
The government has removed Subodh Kumar Singh as Director General of the NTA following allegations of irregularities in the NEET and NET exams. A high-level committee has been formed, and the CBI will investigate. Pradeep Singh Kharola will serve as interim head. Subodh Kumar has held significant positions in the Chhattisgarh Secretariat and the Ministry of Consumer Affairs. Despite allegations of corruption, he has received national awards for his work.
NTA 'top leadership' under scanner, no paper leak in CSIR-NET, says Education Minister
The June edition of the Joint Council of Scientific and Industrial Research and UGC-NET was postponed on Friday night. The Joint CSIR-UGC-NET is a test conducted to determine eligibility for junior research fellowship and assistant professor and admission to PhD in science courses.
Fresh plea in Supreme Court seeks CBI, ED enquiry into NEET-UG exam
A plea filed in the Supreme Court requests CBI and ED to investigate NEET-UG irregularities. 10 students seek Bihar Police's expedited probe report on the exam held on May 5.
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.
NTA postpones Joint CSIR-UGC-NET Examination June due to 'unavoidable circumstances'
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has postponed the Joint CSIR-UGC-NET Examination June 2024, originally scheduled for June 25 to 27, citing unavoidable circumstances and logistical issues. The agency will announce new dates for the exam later on its official website. This decision follows public outcry following the cancellation of exams for NEET and UGC-NET.
NEET, NET exam row: What is NTA? Who is the chief of NTA? Team members of NTA
Amid paper leak allegations, exam malpractices, grace marks in NEET and the cancellation of UGC-NET exam, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has come under fire with demands for its abolition. The NTA, tasked with conducting top level national examinations like NEET and UGC-NET has been facing heat from the general public.
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.
Serious questions on integrity of NTA, how NEET is conducted: Congress
The Congress raised concerns over the credibility of the National Testing Agency and the fairness of the NEET exam, urging an in-depth review by the new Parliament Standing Committees. Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh highlighted potential biases favouring CBSE students and the impact on those from non-CBSE schools. Allegations of irregularities, including question paper leaks, during the NEET exam have prompted calls for a thorough investigation into NEET, NTA, and NCERT by the new committees.
Education ministry panel to look into NEET grace marks controversy, report in a week
A committee formed by the education ministry is investigating the awarding of "grace" marks to 1,600 NEET-UG medical entrance exam students. Chaired by a former UPSC head, the panel is set to deliver recommendations within a week. The government will then decide on revising marks for those given "grace" points. The issue has sparked political controversy, with demands for investigation and threats of legal action.
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.
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