The Supreme Court urged the Centre to end recurring lapses in the NEET-UG examination and sought details of its plan to shift the test entirely to a computer-based format. “We cannot let this go on like this,” the Court remarked.
The Delhi High Court has designated Judge Anu Grover Baliga as the special judge to hear criminal cases involving examination paper leaks and unfair means. The appointment follows the Union government’s decision to establish fast-track courts for such offences.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced fast-track courts for paper leak cases, assuring swift trials and stringent punishment. He reaffirmed that protecting students’ welfare and future remains the government’s top priority, warning that those jeopardising youth will face strict action.
The Supreme Court said a plea challenging NTA’s decision to cancel and re-conduct NEET-UG 2026 for nearly 22 lakh candidates will be heard after court recess along with other NEET matters before Justice P.S. Narasimha Bench.
Telegram has moved the Delhi High Court challenging the Centre’s decision to temporarily ban the messaging platform ahead of the NEET examinations. The matter was urgently mentioned before Justice Tejas Karia, who directed that the case be listed for hearing today, after the government restricted access to Telegram until June 22.
The Centre told the Supreme Court that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is personally monitoring the government’s response to the NEET-UG paper leak controversy. Talking about the cancellation decision, it said he is overseeing every step taken very carefully.
NEW DELHI: Today, 23rd April, The Supreme Court of India has dismissed a petition seeking cancellation of the 70th Bihar Public Services Commission (BPSC) Preliminary Exam, which was held in 2025. The exam was accused of a paper leak, but the apex court found no substantial evidence to support the claim.
Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna described paper leaks as a form of corruption that shatters students’ dreams and undermines their rights. Highlighting its damaging impact on trust in public education and employment systems, he emphasized the importance of strong collaboration between the Lokpal and agencies like the Central Vigilance Commission. Public trust, he noted, is crucial for the Lokpal’s effectiveness in addressing such issues.
Today, On 2nd August, The Education Minister criticized “propaganda” following the Supreme Court’s NEET-UG 2024 verdict, emphasizing the need for accurate information dissemination. The Supreme Court defended its decision not to cancel the exam due to lack of systemic breach, advising the NTA to avoid “flip-flops.” The Court highlighted NTA’s deficiencies and expanded the mandate of a committee to review its functioning.
On Tuesday(23rd July),The Supreme Court has refused to cancel the NEET-UG 2024 examination despite acknowledging paper leaks. Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal has called for a complete overhaul of the National Testing Agency, criticizing its ability to handle the examination effectively.
