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Sikkim govt revokes odd-even restrictions for private vehicles across state, Gangtok excluded from relaxation

The Sikkim govt has lifted odd-even vehicle restrictions across most districts. This decision comes as fuel stocks are now sufficient. However, the odd-even rule still remains in effect within Gangtok town. Restrictions on government vehicles also continue. These measures were part of broader efforts to conserve fuel following a crisis.

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'Revealing chat with fellow anti-national Soros agents': Rahul Gandhi's dig at govt over CBSE OSM row

Rahul Gandhi has voiced strong criticism against the central government regarding the CBSE On-Screen Marking (OSM) controversy. He met with students who he described as brave young Indians. These students reportedly received insults instead of answers when they raised concerns about their answer sheets. Gandhi pledged to ensure these students…

The Economic Times

CBSE says vulnerabilities in OSM portal OnMark contained

The Central Board of Secondary Education has contained vulnerabilities in its OnMark portal. Cybersecurity experts from government agencies and IITs are working to secure the platform. They are fortifying systems and eliminating any remaining exploitable weaknesses. The identified issues have been addressed. The board is ensuring a more secure setup…

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'Mantri Pradhan's Ministry of Scandals': Congress' Jairam Ramesh flags CBSE class 12 answer sheets 'data breach'

A massive data breach has exposed the answer sheets of two million CBSE Grade 12 students. The Congress party leader Jairam Ramesh has highlighted this incident, calling it a monumental lapse in student privacy. Concerns are raised about the company awarded the contract and the quality of scanning. This development…

The Economic Times

Behind CBSE’s Class 12 evaluation contract, a trail of unanswered questions

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is under scrutiny over the processes it followed while awarding the tender for Class 12 answer sheet scanning and e-evaluation through its on-screen marking (OSM) platform. The selection process for finalising the service provider and the security of the platform are being questioned…

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Pradhan Mantri-Mantri Pradhan 'jugalbandi' destroying hopes of lakhs of youth: Congress

The Congress party has accused the Modi government of damaging the education system and youth prospects. Following delays in the CUET-UG exam, the party criticized the Prime Minister and Education Minister. Allegations include promoting unqualified academics and widespread corruption. The government is reportedly attempting damage control, but the Congress claims…

The Economic Times

"Hopeful CBSE will answer my questions": Class 12 Student Sarthak Siddhant flags OSM tender discrepancies

A Class 12 student, Sarthak Siddhant, has raised concerns over CBSE's On Screen Marking (OSM) tendering process, alleging discrepancies that favored a specific EduTech firm. Siddhant's blog highlights changes in tender clauses, including the removal of poor performance clauses and altered blacklisting criteria, which he believes unfairly benefited one provider…

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Rahul Gandhi targets Centre over CUET glitch, says 'not a single exam conducted honestly'

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has intensified his attack on the Modi government. He cited the latest disruption in the Common University Entrance Test CUET UG. Gandhi alleged the country's education system has been severely undermined. He clubbed together four major examinations NEET CBSE SSC and CUET. He accused the government…

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CBSE OSM row: NSUI hold protests over evaluation system, seeks transparency

National Students Union of India (NSUI) members protested outside the CBSE headquarters in Delhi. They raised concerns about the On-Screen Marking evaluation system. Allegations of incorrect marks were made. The NSUI demanded a transparent re-evaluation process. They seek accountability from CBSE officials. The organization vows to continue protests until student…

The Economic Times

CBSE portal was hit by malicious attack; 50 children got into system: Sources

A malicious attack on the CBSE revaluation portal's payment system granted unauthorized access to around 50 students, causing abnormal fee displays. The issue, linked to the HDFC payment gateway, led to fee fluctuations from Rs 1 to nearly Rs 68,000. Experts are now examining the system to strengthen its security…

The Economic Times

TV Newsance 344 | The exam system failed you. The media failed you harder

This week, while students were asking urgent questions about CBSE marking errors, missing answer-sheet pages, and a system that keeps failing them, our TV news anchors had other priorities. As expected.

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CBSE re-evaluation portal opens June 1, 2026: Check verification dates, login process, helpline number, email support, & new fees for answer sheets

CBSE will launch its enhanced post-result portal for answer sheet verification and re-evaluation on June 1, 2026, aiming for a transparent and glitch-free student experience. This move follows concerns about the On-Screen Marking system and technical issues, with IIT experts now assisting in system improvements. Fees for these services have…

The Economic Times

CBSE detected around 20 answer-sheet mix-up cases on OSM portal: Sources

Central Board of Secondary Education's new digital answer sheet evaluation process encountered challenges. Around 20 answer sheets were mixed up, and nearly 13,000 required manual review due to scanning quality. Experts are now working to improve the system.

The Economic Times

CBSE says verification, re-evaluation portal to open from June 1

In a statement on X, the board said the decision was taken to ensure a "transparent and glitch-free process" for students applying for verification and re-evaluation of answer books.

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‘Easy to tamper with marks’: How a teen researcher exposed CBSE’s security gaps

The year continues to be turbulent for Indian students. First came the NEET paper leak affecting 23 lakh aspiring doctors. Now, CBSE’s Class 12 board examinations are under scrutiny after the overall pass percentage dropped to 85.2 percent – the lowest since 2019.

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Wrong sheets, missing pages, no response: The cost of CBSE’s rushed marking overhaul

Jalaj boarded a train from Vidisha at 1 pm on May 26 with his friend and his father. They were travelling 60 kilometres to the CBSE Regional Office in Bhopal. He had no other choice.

The Economic Times

CBSE revaluation 2026 begins: Check when will results be out, process and important guidelines

CBSE has initiated the Class 12 re-evaluation process for 2026. This follows widespread student concerns regarding the recent evaluation and answer-sheet review system. Over four lakh students have applied for their evaluated answer books. The board has revised its fee structure after receiving objections. Re-evaluation results are anticipated in June…

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Why Modi May Soon Remove These Deadwood Ministers

For years, Prime Minister Narendra Modi built an image of speed, discipline, and decisive governance. From infrastructure to global diplomacy, the Modi government projected confidence and control. But now, after more than a decade in power, a different conversation is slowly growing louder inside political circles has the government started…

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Propaganda, misinformation: BJP's response to Rahul Gandhi's CBSE OSM allegations

The BJP has accused Rahul Gandhi of spreading false information about a CBSE contract. Gandhi questioned the awarding of the contract to COEMPT, formerly Globarena, alleging it was a tainted company. BJP spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia stated that Gandhi is prioritizing political propaganda over facts. He highlighted that universities in Congress-ruled…

The Economic Times

Dharmendra Pradhan chairs review meeting on CBSE Class 12 evaluation, post-result process

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan met with CBSE officials to review Class 12 evaluation and post-result processes. The meeting addressed concerns regarding the On Screen Marking System. Discussions focused on improving the re-evaluation portal and digital platforms. Plans were outlined for enhanced student support and transparent service delivery. Measures for…

The Economic Times

CBSE OSM glitch: Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan accepts responsibility, says corrective measure are being taken

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has taken responsibility for issues with the CBSE's On-Screen Marking system. He assured strict action against anyone found deliberately causing irregularities that affected students. The minister chaired a meeting to address technical and payment concerns. Experts from IIT Kanpur and IIT Madras are assisting the…

The Economic Times

OSM system backed by secure, robust IT platform, says CBSE

The CBSE has defended its On-Screen Marking System, calling it secure and robust. This comes amid controversy over a contract awarded to a firm and claims of system compromise. Students have reported scoring discrepancies. The Board stated answer books are safe and processed with quality checks. Allegations regarding the contract…

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Inside CBSE’s digital evaluation fiasco

When Vedant spoke about it online, several right-wing handles abused him and called him a Pakistani. Then another student discovered the answer sheet in his name was not in his handwriting.

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Dharmendra Pradhan’s guide to surviving India’s exam crisis

This May, CBSE’s Class 12 board results arrived like a bad smell in an already scorching summer – hard to ignore, unwelcome, and somehow spreading everywhere.

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Who Approved This? Rahul Gandhi Questions CBSE Deal

What happens when thousands of students begin questioning the very system meant to judge their future? The latest CBSE controversy has now exploded into a national political storm after Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused the government of avoiding accountability over alleged irregularities in board evaluation results. From missing answer sheet…

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