Today, On 28th February, The Delhi Government informed the Supreme Court that it is proceeding with the implementation of the Ayushman Bharat scheme and sought to withdraw its Special Leave Petition (SLP). The scheme aims to strengthen healthcare infrastructure and improve access to medical services. The decision aligns with the Pradhan Mantri – Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM) to enhance public health facilities.
The Supreme Court today rejected a plea to postpone the NEET-PG 2024 exam scheduled for August 11, emphasizing the risk to two lakh students’ futures. The plea cited difficulties in reaching exam cities and undisclosed normalization formulas. Another petition submitted similar concerns. The court stressed the impact on numerous candidates and their families.
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The CBI arrested a first-year MBBS student from RIMS Ranchi and four medical students from AIIMS Patna in connection with the NEET-UG paper leak case. Furthermore, two more individuals were detained. The NEET-UG exam faced cheating allegations, leading to protests and legal actions, prompting the postponement of the NEET-PG 2024 examination.
Rakesh Ranjan, implicated in the NEET-UG paper leak, was arrested in Nalanda, Bihar. The CBI was granted custody of 13 suspects by the Patna High Court for interrogation. Ranjan’s alleged involvement in orchestrating solvers for the exam was identified through digital evidence. The scandal affected over 24 lakh candidates and led to significant legal actions against the NTA.
Today, On 11th July, The Chief Justice of India directed the Union Health Ministry to address the increasing number of student suicides. The Supreme Court has given the Centre four weeks to respond to a PIL on suicide prevention. The petition urges the implementation of measures to curb the rising trend of suicides among students, citing concerns over the failure to provide a healthy social environment.