Union Cabinet approves amendments to anti-paper leak law

July 24, 2026 5:39 PM

Union Cabinet approves amendments to anti-paper leak law

The Union Cabinet on Friday approved amendments to the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, amid continuing nationwide protests over the NEET examination paper leak. The decision comes against the backdrop of protests by students demanding accountability, a comprehensive investigation into the paper leak, and stronger safeguards to protect the integrity of public examinations. During the briefing on cabinet decisions, Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwani Vaishna...

Centre, CJP hold second round of talks on NEET reforms; Nadda says another meeting on Saturday

July 24, 2026 4:18 PM

Centre, CJP hold second round of talks on NEET reforms; Nadda says another meeting on Saturday

The Centre on Friday held a second round of talks with representatives of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) over the NEET examination controversy, with Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda saying the discussions remained inconclusive and that another meeting would be held on Saturday after the government completes internal consultations on the issues raised. The nearly two-hour meeting was attended by Union Ministers J.P. Nadda and Dr. Jitendra Singh, while the CJP was represented by its Chief Spokes...