NEET
Coverage of NEET in the Nexus archive.
- Congress will not rest till Education Minister Pradhan resigns: Rahul Gandhi on NEET paper leak row
Rahul Gandhi stated that Congress will not stop demanding Education Minister Pradhan's resignation over the NEET paper leak. Students in Hyderabad protested against the leak and called for Pradhan's resignation.
- Government turning blind eye, sleeping soundly despite repeated 'scams' in NEET, NET: Rahul
Rahul Gandhi accused the government of ignoring scams in NEET and NET exams, claiming there is no accountability from PM Modi and Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. He stated this in the Lok Sabha, asserting public awareness of the government's inaction.
- Kerala Assembly passes resolution seeking reform of national entrance exam system, flags NEET concerns
The Kerala Assembly passed a resolution seeking reform of the national entrance exam system, citing concerns over credibility, transparency, and fairness of NEET and other national-level exams. The resolution was moved by the Higher Education Minister, highlighting issues with the current examination framework.
- NEET paper leak: SFI activists protest Union Education Minister’s visit over paper leak row
SFI activists protested the Union Education Minister's visit in response to the NEET paper leak. The protest occurred amid controversy over the exam paper leak.
- TET paper leak: Opposition legislators protest, walk out of Maharashtra Assembly
Opposition legislators in Maharashtra Assembly protested and walked out over allegations of TET and NEET paper leaks. Senior leaders accused BJP-linked individuals of being involved in the leaks and called for a full investigation into the examination process.
- Work experience slashes young people's chances of becoming 'Neet', report finds, but access to opportunities remain unequal - as another 800,000 set to join Britain's 'lost generation' by 2030
Work experience reduces young people's chances of becoming 'Neet', but unequal access to opportunities in Britain remains, with 800,000 expected to join the 'lost generation' by 2030.
- NEET: Beyond paper leaks, the real vulnerabilities lie elsewhere | Explained
The article highlights that while printed question papers for NEET are protected by strict security, deeper vulnerabilities such as institutional blind spots, insider networks, and commercial interests remain unaddressed. These systemic issues pose significant risks beyond the immediate concern of paper leaks.
- Minister questions Centre’s handling of NEET
Sharan Prakash Patil questioned the Centre's handling of NEET during a press conference in Kalaburagi.
- Traffic snarls on NEET day: Congress and BJP indulge in war of words
Traffic congestion occurred on NEET day as Congress and BJP engaged in a verbal dispute. The incident highlights political tensions during the examination period.
- India news: NEET retest saw millions of students turn up
More than 2 million students appeared for the NEET medical entrance exam retest following a question paper leak, conducted under high security in India.
- VHP alleges 'communal discrimination' at NEET centres, seeks probe
VHP alleges 'communal discrimination' at NEET exam centers and demands a probe. VHP national spokesperson Vinod Bansal also requested a detailed explanation from the NTA regarding the dress code norms followed at the exam centers.
- NEET re-test held across 97 centres amid tight security
The NEET re-test was conducted at 97 centers with tight security. Delhi students reported that the May 3 test cancellation disrupted their preparation and described the new exam as tougher. Parents expressed concerns about delayed admissions and impacts on alternative career plans.
- Four students not allowed to write NEET in the State, leads to political slugfest
Four students were denied the opportunity to write the NEET exam in the State, sparking a political conflict. The issue has led to a political slugfest.
- NEET candidate caught in Hyderabad using phone hidden in exam centre flush tank
A NEET candidate in Hyderabad was caught using a phone hidden in the flush tank of an exam center. The incident highlights cheating attempts during standardized testing.
- Police help NEET candidate in Hyderabad reach correct exam centre with five minutes to spare
Hyderabad police assisted a NEET candidate in reaching the correct exam center with five minutes remaining. The incident highlights timely intervention to ensure the candidate's access to the examination.
- Two NEET aspirants end their lives in Tamil Nadu’s Dharmapuri, Krishnagiri districts
Two NEET aspirants in Tamil Nadu’s Dharmapuri and Krishnagiri districts ended their lives. The incident highlights concerns related to exam-related stress among students.
- Day 3 of BEST strike: Mumbai bus operations hit; 100 buses deployed for NEET students
The BEST Sanyukt Kamgar Kruti Samiti strike has disrupted Mumbai's civic bus operations since June 19, with 100 buses deployed specifically for NEET students to mitigate transportation challenges.
- NEET merely ‘a qualifying examination’, says Dhinakaran
Dhinakaran states that NEET is merely a qualifying examination and urges candidates to take the exam confidently, emphasizing that the results do not limit future opportunities.
- Ensure hassle-free travel for NEET candidates, RTC official tells staff
APSRTC will provide free travel on specified bus services to NEET candidates who present their hall tickets, with special attention given to students from rural areas.
- Center must hold meeting with CMs to conduct NEET and other national-level examinations: CWC member Rudra Raju
CWC Member Gidugu Rudra Raju urged the Union government to convene a meeting with all State Chief Ministers to gather suggestions for ensuring secure arrangements for national-level examinations in 2027, including NEET.
- Stop gambling with children's future: Rahul slams government over NEET aspirant exam centre mix-up
Rahul criticized the government for a NEET exam center mix-up, where a Nagpur aspirant was allocated an exam center in Abu Dhabi for the re-test on June 21. The incident highlights administrative errors in exam logistics.
- RTC buses available for 73,000 NEET students
RTC has made buses available for 73,000 NEET students.
- Railways decides to set up help desks at stations to help candidates travelling to NEET centres
Railways plans to establish help desks at key stations in districts like Tiruvannamalai, Puducherry, Karaikal, Vellore, and Villupuram to assist candidates traveling to NEET examination centers. The initiative is led by Tiruchi Railway Division.
- AIDSO demands abolition of NTA, resignation of Union Education Minister over NEET controversy
AIDSO is demanding the abolition of the National Testing Agency (NTA) and the resignation of the Union Education Minister over the NEET controversy. The organization's actions stem from ongoing disputes related to the NEET examination process.
- Special MEMU service for NEET candidates on June 21
A special MEMU service will be provided for NEET candidates on June 21 to facilitate their travel. The service aims to assist students appearing in the NEET examination.
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- Air Force ferrying NEET question papers by aircraft
The Air Force is transporting NEET question papers via aircraft to over 20 locations nationwide. Papers were delivered to northern states, while dry runs were conducted in southern India.
- Student accused in NEET paper leak case can sit for June 21 re-exam, says court
A student accused in the NEET paper leak case, Yash Yadav, is allowed to sit for the June 21 re-exam by the court. The court stated that the charges against him for circulating and selling examination material alone cannot deprive him of the right to take the exam.
- NEET security measures reviewed, special focus on exam integrity
Security measures for the NEET exam have been reviewed with a focus on maintaining exam integrity. CRPF and CISF personnel with clean service records are deployed to secure exam papers during transportation to examination centers.
- Why tens of thousands of young Indians are calling themselves cockroaches
Young Indians are protesting unemployment and government corruption through a satirical 'Cockroach Janta Party' movement, inspired by a Supreme Court comment comparing some youth to 'cockroaches.' The protest, involving cockroach masks and social media campaigns, targets high youth unemployment rates and failures in education and governance.
- SFI and DYFI protest NTA failures, demand Union Education Minister’s resignation
SFI and DYFI are protesting NTA's failures in conducting exams like NEET, UGC-NET, and CUET, which have caused uncertainty among students. They are demanding the resignation of the Union Education Minister, citing the Central government's failure to implement meaningful reforms.
- CJP’s agitation to continue until Union minister Pradhan resigns: Abhijeet Dipke
CJP, a youth-led online movement, is demanding accountability for alleged irregularities in NEET, CBSE, CUET, and SSC examinations. The movement's agitation will continue until Union minister Pradhan resigns, as stated by Abhijeet Dipke.
- Rise in youth unemployment driving more to homelessness, UK charities say
Rising youth unemployment in the UK is increasing homelessness risks, with charities warning of a 'huge scarcity of work opportunities'. A government-commissioned report by Alan Milburn projects a 25% rise in young people not in education, employment, or training (Neet) to 1.25 million by the early 2030s without intervention.
- NEET Paper Leak Probe: Latur Coaching Director Allegedly Ran ‘Selection First, Payment Later’ Racket
Shivraj Motegaonkar, a coaching director in Latur, is accused of running a fraudulent scheme related to the NEET paper leak, allegedly charging parents between ₹5 lakh to ₹30 lakh to secure medical college admissions for their children. The scheme operated on a 'selection first, payment later' basis, with some parents even offering blank cheques to participate in the racket.