Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One app.

Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles. One news app.

The Latest Breaking News from NEET

Rahul Gandhi to launch nationwide student conventions against "Exam Scandals" from Kota on June 17

Rahul Gandhi will lead a series of student conventions across India, starting in Kota on June 17, to address alleged examination scandals and youth issues. The Congress aims to unite students and demand accountability for repeated exam failures and paper leaks, advocating for reforms like decentralizing NEET and abolishing exam…

The Economic Times

NEET re-test on June 21 will be conducted in a fair and well-organised manner: Pradhan

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has assured students that the upcoming NEET re-examination on June 21 will be conducted fairly and in an organized manner. He urged all students to remain confident and concentrate on their studies for the medical entrance test.

The Economic Times

NEET re-examination: Full weight of law to act against anyone disruption or tampering process, says Cabinet Secretary Somanathan

Cabinet Secretary Dr. T.V. Somanathan reviewed NEET re-examination preparations. The exam is scheduled for June 21, 2026. Authorities are coordinating for a smooth, transparent, and secure process. The government is committed to fairness. Strict action will be taken against anyone attempting to disrupt the exam. High-level meetings are ongoing to…

The Economic Times

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

NEET UG 2026 Re-Exam: NTA brings new updates before exam; from extra time to more rough pages, check full list of changes

NEET UG 2026 was cancelled due to a paper leak, impacting over 22 lakh students. A re-examination is scheduled for June 21. The NTA has increased the exam duration to 195 minutes and expanded rough work space to four pages to improve the candidate experience.

The Economic Times

'Will I perform the same again': Re-exam fear haunts NEET-UG candidates

NEET aspirants are experiencing significant stress and a loss of faith in the examination process. The cancellation of the medical entrance test has forced students back into intense preparation, impacting their mental well-being and daily routines. This situation has created widespread uncertainty for students and parents alike, as they navigate…

The Economic Times

Mainstream media is losing a generation. Cockroach Janta Party is merely a symptom

A pest entered the news cycle recently. One that most people would like to either squash or obliterate with a deadly spray. So far, it has not been either squashed or obliterated. Only time will tell whether it can really weather all the storms that will come its way.

Newslaundry

343 posts since May, but India’s exam crisis barely exists in the education minister’s timeline

On June 5, 2026, two days after the first reports emerged about Akanksha Chaturvedi – a NEET aspirant from Madhya Pradesh who died by suicide after her exam was cancelled due to a paper leak – Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s X feed had other priorities. Birthday wishes for CM Yogi…

Newslaundry

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

NEET UG 2026 Re-Exam: Ministry, NTA, NMC officials to face par panel on health tomorrow

Top officials from ministries, NTA and NMC will brief a parliamentary panel on Wednesday regarding the NEET-UG re-examination scheduled for June 21. This is the third parliamentary committee to summon these officials. The focus remains on conducting the re-test smoothly. The panel will question them on the examination's conduct and…

The Economic Times

INDIA bloc meeting: Opposition leaders decide to write to CJI on SIR, seek Pradhan's resignation

In New Delhi, an assembly of 25 opposition party leaders convened to address pressing electoral concerns. They resolved to formally approach the Chief Justice of India to champion election integrity. Additionally, the group voiced objections, demanding the prompt resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan amid scrutiny surrounding NEET and CBSE…

The Economic Times

NEET UG 2026 re-exam city intimation slip out at neet.nta.nic.in; direct link and check steps to download

NEET UG 2026 re-exam city intimation slip: The National Testing Agency has released the NEET UG 2026 re-examination city intimation slip. Candidates can check their exam city on the official website. The re-test is scheduled for June 21, following the cancellation of the May 3 exam due to paper leak…

The Economic Times

CJP vows to continue agitation until Union minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns

The Cockroach Janta Party demands Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. Their protest at Jantar Mantar drew thousands. The group plans a nationwide stir if the minister is not dismissed within seven days. This movement focuses on education accountability. The NEET exam has been rescheduled due to paper leaks and lapses.…

The Economic Times

IAF being engaged to transport NEET question papers: NTA DG

The Indian Air Force will transport NEET question papers for the June 21 national test. Enhanced security measures are in place. Telangana is preparing 208 centers for 73,000 students. Officials are ensuring smooth arrangements for infrastructure, transport, and security. Police will maintain vigilance and monitor social media to counter misinformation.…

The Economic Times

Congress cold, others in Opposition warm to CJP protest at Jantar Mantar

A protest called by the Cockroach Janta Party at Jantar Mantar has exposed deep divisions within the Opposition. While parties like AAP, SP, TMC, Shiv Sena (UBT), and the Left supported the demonstration, the Congress remained sceptical. This split comes as the INDIA bloc prepares for a key meeting. The…

The Economic Times

NEET-UG 2026: NTA dismisses claims of re-exam paper 'leak', warns of action

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has debunked social media claims of a NEET-UG 2026 re-examination paper leak or sale, labeling them as false and fraudulent. The agency stated that organized cheating rackets are spreading these fabrications to exploit anxious students and their families.

The Economic Times

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

The Economic Times

Thousands rally at Jantar Mantar as CJP escalates exam accountability campaign

Thousands gathered at Jantar Mantar for a protest by the Cockroach Janta Party. The youth-led movement demanded accountability for examination irregularities. They also sought the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The demonstration saw widespread participation. Delhi Police clarified no FIR was filed against protesters. Opposition parties showed divided…

The Economic Times

Karnataka KCET 2026 Toppers list: Check Engineering and other stream-wise toppers, rank card and more here

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has announced the KCET 2026 results, with Tanisha Karthik topping the Engineering stream and Ninaad Vasisht leading in Farm Sciences. Navana Gopi emerged as a multi-stream topper, securing first rank in Veterinary Sciences, BSc Nursing, and Yoga & Naturopathy. Candidates can now access their scorecards…

The Economic Times

Nagpur NEET aspirant death case: Show-cause notice to officer over missing suicide note

A police official faces a show cause notice in Nagpur. This action follows the alleged failure to attach a suicide note to case papers. The note was purportedly written by a female NEET aspirant. The aspirant died by suicide days after the NEET-UG exam. Her family discovered the note later.…

The Economic Times

CJP June 6 Protest: What’s the agenda, where and when it will be held? All you need to know

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke is traveling to India to protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar, demanding the resignation of the Union Education Minister over alleged examination irregularities. Dipke plans a peaceful demonstration after seeking official permission, emphasizing constitutional and democratic methods.

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

The Economic Times

Digvijaya Singh writes to PM Modi, calls for govt white paper on exam leaks, action taken

Senior Congress leader Digvijaya Singh has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He requested a white paper on paper leaks in NTA exams over the last eight years. This aims to restore student faith in the system. The paper would detail investigations and actions taken.

The Economic Times

KCET Result 2026 out today: How and where to check Karnataka CET Rank card at kea.kar.nic.in

KCET CET 2026 Result link: Karnataka students await KCET 2026 results, expected soon from KEA. Over 3.3 lakh candidates registered for the exam, held from April 22-24. Admissions for engineering and other non-medical courses will proceed independently of NEET UG results, ensuring timely college admissions.

The Economic Times

'I don't have the courage for a retest, sorry Mummy-Papa': NEET aspirant's heartbreaking note found days after suicide

A NEET aspirant's suicide in Nagpur has been linked to the exam's cancellation. A note revealed her fear of retaking the test, stating she lacked the courage and was uncertain about repeating her initial performance. Her family noted a significant change in her behavior after the cancellation.

The Economic Times

NEET UG 2026 re-exam city intimation slip, admit card date: Check latest update and direct link here

NEET re-exam 2026 city intimation slip, admit card date: Students preparing for the NEET UG 2026 re-examination will soon receive their exam city details from the National Testing Agency. The city intimation slip will be released shortly on the official website. This slip will inform candidates about their assigned examination…

The Economic Times

Rahul Gandhi says PM Modi 'ruined education system for past 12 years' after NEET aspirant's suicide

Rahul Gandhi has strongly criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi following the alleged suicide of a NEET aspirant. Gandhi stated that India's youth are suffering due to the Prime Minister's alleged damage to the education system over the last 12 years. The NEET-UG examination faced cancellation amid paper leak allegations. A…

The Economic Times

Cockroach Janta Party appoints journalist, filmmaker, ex-McKinsey consultant as spokespersons

The Cockroach Janta Party has appointed Saurav Das, Vijeta Dahiya, and Ashutosh Ranka as spokespersons. This move aims to expand the party's reach. The appointments precede a planned protest against alleged failures in India's education system. The party founder, Abhijeet Dipke, is set to return to India soon.

MyLifeXP

How YouTube Teachers Crushed India’s Coaching Empire

For decades, cracking India's toughest exams seemed impossible without joining a famous coaching institute. Students left their homes, moved to crowded coaching hubs, and families spent lakhs of rupees chasing a dream. Success appeared locked behind classroom walls. Then something unexpected happened. A teacher with a smartphone could suddenly reach…

1 2 3 4 5

People

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

Bharatiya Janata Party

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Topics

Places

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.