The Latest Breaking News from Dharmendra Pradhan

LS adjourned till Monday; Govt says not holding debate on NEET will send wrong message

In a striking development, Lok Sabha proceedings faced interruptions for five straight days as Opposition members demanded the resignation of the Education Minister following the NEET paper leak controversy. The government sought a debate on the issues, arguing that avoiding discussions conveys a poor message. Prime Minister Modi pledged to…

The Economic Times · Jul 24

Modi replaces TV anchors with a reel but the crisis isn’t scrolling away

“Here comes PM Modi’s video! This is BIG!” tweeted Sudhir Chaudhary.

Newslaundry · Jul 24

Not holding NEET debate will send wrong message to country: Rijiju in LS

Parliament remained deadlocked over the NEET paper leak issue on Friday as Union Minister Kiren Rijiju urged the Opposition to allow a debate in the Lok Sabha without preconditions, citing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's assurance of a law against paper leaks and fast-track courts. However, the Congress and other opposition…

The Economic Times · Jul 24

Sonia Gandhi accuses Modi govt of brutalising students, degrading education

Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi on Friday launched a scathing attack on the Modi government over the nationwide student protests, accusing it of responding to demands for accountability and education reforms with "cowardice and wanton cruelty". In an article published in The Hindu, she alleged the Centre had degraded…

The Economic Times · Jul 24

Indian activist ends 26-day hunger strike, though student protests continue

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike on Friday after talks with government ministers, but student-led protests over leaked medical entrance exam papers continued, with demonstrators demanding the education minister's resignation and wider reforms.

France 24 · Jul 23

Sonam Wangchuk ends hunger strike in presence of Union Ministers Nadda, Jitendra Singh

Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike after meeting Union ministers Nadda and Singh. He had sought assurances regarding student protesters and examination reforms. The government agreed to consider compensation for affected families. Discussions in Parliament will address accountability and potential ministerial resignation. Wangchuk urged continued peaceful demonstrations by all…

The Economic Times · Jul 23

PM Modi says more strict actions against paper leaks will be announced in Cabinet meet on Friday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced stricter measures against examination paper leaks. The government will establish fast-track courts for swift trials and punishments. These actions aim to protect the future and aspirations of students nationwide. The Prime Minister emphasized that no leniency will be shown to offenders. Such incidents severely damage…

The Economic Times · Jul 23

CJP delegation to meet government ministers on Friday amid protests over NEET paper leak

A Cockroach Janta Party delegation will meet Union ministers on Friday. This meeting follows recent clashes between CJP supporters and Delhi Police. The CJP has called for a nationwide protest against alleged police brutality. They are demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The party previously met Union…

The Economic Times · Jul 23

NEET paper leak: Bihar students clash with security forces; police use bullets, batons

Protests over the NEET paper leak erupted across Bihar on Thursday. Many students and at least fourteen police personnel sustained injuries during the demonstrations. Agitators hurled stones and vandalized government and railway properties in several districts. Police responded with baton charges and aerial firing to disperse the unruly crowds. Authorities…

The Economic Times · Jul 23

Secret journeys, makeshift tents: Students keep Jantar Mantar protest alive

Seventeen-year-old Yash Kumar and sixteen-year-old Meena joined the protest secretly. They concealed their participation from families, believing the cause is worth the risk. Students are fighting for the future of the country's education system. The protest began with a hunger strike and gained wider support. Demonstrators faced confrontations with police…

The Economic Times · Jul 23