Bapu Solanki was arrested by the Gujarat Anti-Corruption Bureau for attempting to bribe labour court judge HA Maka with Rs 35,000 during a hearing. He placed a sealed cover on the judge’s table, claiming ignorance of its contents. The investigation is ongoing. Separately, police inspector Dinesh Kubavat was also arrested for demanding a bribe.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Friday opposes the cancellation of the NEET UG exam, citing isolated incidents of malpractice and arguing that canceling the entire exam would harm the interests of honest candidates. They emphasized the fair conduct of the exam and highlighted measures taken to ensure its integrity. The controversy is under Supreme Court scrutiny.
The government passed stricter laws to prosecute those involved in cheating during NEET and NET exams. Offenders now face harsher penalties, including up to 10 years in prison and hefty fines. New rules also hold educational institutions and coaching centers accountable for facilitating unfair practices. The legislation aims to ensure integrity in public examinations.
A Gujarat court rejected the bail plea of Mahavirprasad Sharma, a key accused in the Godhra NEET scam case, expressing disappointment over the National Testing Agency’s failure to provide crucial evidence. The court noted pre-planned malpractices and strongly criticized the impact of fraudulent doctors on society. This decision underscores the pursuit of justice in the case.