In the 2016 teacher recruitment scam, the Supreme Court dismissed a plea seeking the release of 22 lakh OMR sheets. Justice Sanjay Kumar’s Bench said such disclosure is not mandatory, creating uncertainty for disqualified teachers.
Today, On 6th June, Madras High Court denied a plea to re-conduct NEET-UG 2025 for candidates hit by a power outage, as Justice C. Kumarappan noted that such an order would unfairly impact the level playing field for 22 lakh aspirants. The Madras High Court dismissed a series of writ petitions requesting a re-conduct of […]
The Supreme Court is set to decide whether to annul the recruitment process for 25,753 teachers and staff in West Bengal or to address wrongful appointments individually, amid allegations of irregularities. This case underscores the need for transparency in public sector hiring and could impact many candidates, with a decision expected on December 19.
Today, On 6th August, The Supreme Court will hear West Bengal’s challenge to a Calcutta High Court order nullifying over 25,000 school staff appointments in September. The court has extended the deadline for responses to August 16 and emphasized the need for a detailed examination of the alleged systemic fraud in the recruitment process. The CBI is also involved in the investigation.
Justice Mantha directed the CBI to intensify its investigation into alleged tampering of OMR sheets and data transfer from the main server of the 2014 Teacher Eligibility Test. Emphasizing technical clarity, he urged seeking assistance from expert bodies like IBM, TCS, and Wipro. The CBI has seven weeks to submit a detailed progress report.
The Supreme Court today issued a notice to the National Testing Agency (NTA) following a petition alleging exam rigging in the recent NEET-UG exams. Concerns were raised about inconsistent marks and malpractice, leading to investigations and arrests. The court scheduled a hearing for July 8 and emphasized the importance of transparency and accountability in the examination process.
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.
Yesterday, On 22nd June, The Indian Government made significant changes in response to controversies surrounding the National Testing Agency (NTA) and its handling of key examinations, affecting 3.5 million candidates. This includes the removal of the NTA head, formation of a review panel, and investigation by the CBI. Postponements, cancellations, and allegations of malpractice have led to widespread protests and political scrutiny. A seven-member committee has been tasked to review NTA’s operations and propose reforms aimed at ensuring examination efficiency and preventing malpractice. The outcomes of these actions are poised to reshape the landscape of medical education in India.
Today, On 6th May, The Supreme Court extended the stay on the CBI probe into the Bengal School Jobs Scam until May 7. The decision follows the appeal by the West Bengal government against the annulment of teacher appointments by Calcutta High Court. The case involves allegations of fraudulent selection procedures, prompting a call for CBI investigation.
Today (30th April): A Calcutta High Court lawyer, Vikas Ranjan Bhattacharya, faced protests from job recipients outside the court. The demonstrators accused him of involvement in unfair hiring practices, claiming that he was “eating the job.” The protests followed a hearing on corruption in the primary recruitment process, related to the 2014 TET exam. Despite the tense situation, the police intervened and restored order.
