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NEET-UG row: SC to hear batch of pleas on July 8
The Supreme Court is set to hear on July 8 a series of petitions concerning the NEET-UG examination, which took place on May 5 amidst allegations of irregularities including paper leaks. The petitions, totaling 26, seek various reliefs such as holding the exam afresh due to alleged malpractices. The exam, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), saw participation from around 24 lakh candidates across 4,750 centers.
Law to curb paper leaks during ongoing legislature session: Devendra Fadnavis
Congress member Balasaheb Thorat, NCP (SP) legislator Rohit Pawar, BJP's Ashish Shelar and Bhaskar Jadhav of the Shiv Sena (UBT) asked the government if it will enact a strong law to curb paper leaks.
NEET Retest: NTA declares retest result, revised rank list for medical entrance exam
NEET-UG Retest Results: The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Monday released revised results for the NEET-UG retest held on June 23. This retest involved 1,563 students and followed controversy over the awarding of grace marks. Alongside the results, the NEET-UG 2024 rank list has also been updated. NTA confirmed that revised scorecards are now available on their website.
NEET-UG exam irregularities: CBI arrests private school owner from Godhra
The CBI arrested me for NEET-UG malpractices at Jay Jalaram School. I was taken to Ahmedabad for remand and accused of demanding money to help candidates clear the test.
NEET malpractices case: CBI gets custody of four accused
Accused were in CBI custody for NEET-UG malpractices at Jay Jalaram School, linked to police investigation and candidates' statements in the Godhra Police case.
NEET paper leak case: Bihar Police investigation points to modus operandi, flaws in system
In NEET cases, arrests were made in Godhra and Kheda in Gujarat, Latur in Maharashtra and Patna in Bihar. Sources told ET that the place of the examination centre plays a big role in 'fixing' the system. They usually choose a city which is away from the limelight and where there could be little doubt about any malpractice. Students from West Bengal appeared for NEET in Godhra in Gujarat.
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ED gets 7-day remand of 'kingpin' in 2022 JKSSB SI paper leak case
Yatin Yadav, the alleged kingpin in the 2022 JKSSB sub-inspector recruitment exam paper leak case, was remanded to seven-day Enforcement Directorate custody by a special court in Jammu. The case involves the cancellation of a selected list of candidates due to paper leak and malpractice. The ED is now investigating Yadav's alleged involvement in a scheme to access leaked papers for payments ranging from Rs 15 lakh to Rs 30 lakh.
NEET-UG: Second-time lucky mystery investigated after students ranks spike from lesser-known centres
NEET-UG probe" This trend of marked rank improvement on the second attempt, facilitated by changing exam centers to less popular locations, has intrigued educators in the medical field. Efforts are underway to compile a list of such successful candidates who opted for these obscure centers and are now pursuing MBBS in government-run medical colleges.
CBI takes over 5 cases from Bihar, Gujarat and Rajasthan in NEET-UG irregularities case
The CBI investigates multiple NEET-UG paper leak cases, including a probe into the exam conducted by the National Testing Agency for admissions to medical and related courses in institutions across India.
NEET-UG, UGC-NET row: NSUI stages protest at Jantar Mantar, march to Parliament planned
The NSUI protested against NEET-UG and UGC-NET irregularities at Jantar Mantar, planning a Parliament march on the first 18th Lok Sabha session day. Despite police denying permission, NSUI members gathered, demanding NEET-UG cancellation. The Education Ministry defended the exams, citing localized malpractices. The CBI filed an FIR for criminal conspiracy and cheating. The UGC-NET-2024 exam, conducted by the NTA, was postponed due to integrity concerns.
NEET-UG row: Over 2 dozen students detained during march to Parliament
The students, holding placards and NSUI flags, gathered in large numbers at Jantar Mantar for their 'Chhatra Sansad Gherav'.
Anti-paper leak law for exams comes into effect amid NEET, UGC-NET row; Jail term and hefty fines introduced
Amid concerns over exam leaks, the Indian government has introduced a new law with stringent penalties, including jail terms and fines, to combat cheating in public exams. The law, effective from June 21, aims to bring transparency and credibility to exams like NEET and UGC-NET, which have faced controversies. The move comes after protests and legal actions following allegations of question paper leaks and irregularities in recent exams.
Govt introduces tough measures to tackle exam malpractice; New anti-paper leak law and other details explained
The Indian government has introduced the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, to address paper leaks and cheating in public exams. The law enforces strict penalties, including imprisonment and heavy fines, for offenders. Recent issues with the NEET and UGC-NET exams underscore the need for such measures. The NTA's postponement of the CSIR UGC NET exam further highlights the ongoing challenges in maintaining exam integrity.
Independent candidate moves HC against Shiv Sena candidate Waikar's LS win; alleges fraud
"Due to this incident, some serious concerns have been further raised about the transparency in the electoral process," Shah's plea said. It alleged certain close associates of Waikar, including his daughter, were present in the control room of the polling centre and were using their mobile phones, which is not permitted. The petition, which also sought for HC to call for the CCTV footage of the polling centre, will come up for hearing in due course of time.
Plea seeks CBI probe into NEET exam 'paper leak, malpractices'
The Supreme Court issued a notice on a plea seeking a CBI probe into alleged instances of paper leak and malpractices in the conduct of the NEET-UG 2024 examination. The bench directed the National Testing Agency (NTA) to respond within two weeks, emphasizing the future of 24 lakh students involved in the issue.
Won't tolerate malpractice, accountability in NTA will be fixed if lapses found: Dharmendra Pradhan on NEET row
The comments by the minister came on a day when Congress stepped up its attack on the government over the NEET-UG exam issue and questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "silence" on the matter. The opposition party asserted that only a Supreme Court-monitored forensic probe can safeguard the future of lakhs of young students.
Plea in SC seeks fresh NEET-UG exam over paper leak allegations
The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test-Undergraduate (NEET-UG) examination is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admissions to MBBS, BDS and AYUSH and other related courses in government and private institutions across the country. The results are expected to be declared on June 14.
BJP seeks repoll at multiple booths in Bengal's Diamond Harbour LS seat
The BJP has requested repoll at several booths in the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha seat in West Bengal, alleging malpractices during the voting process. The party claims booth agents were driven out, CCTV cameras were facing in the wrong direction, and voters were prevented from reaching the booths.
How a Rs 10,000 bribe last year helped ED recover a pile of cash worth Rs 35 crore in Jharkhand
The ED's arrest of Sanjiv Lal, Jharkhand minister Alamgir Alam's secretary, and his aide after discovering nearly Rs 35 crore in cash shed light on corruption. This follows last year's arrest of Virendra Ram, exposing a web of bribery within the Rural Development Department. Raids uncovered extensive evidence implicating officials, including Lal, in graft, highlighting systemic malpractice in Jharkhand.
All malpractices of Harshad Mehta, Ketan Parekh era back via Kolkata: Harsh Goenka
He also appealed markets regulator Sebi and the Finance Ministry to step in and investigate before small investors suffer severe losses. Earlier in March, Sebi chief Madhabi Puri Buch had openly raised the issue of froth building up in smallcaps and midcaps and also said there are signs of price manipulation in the equity market.
Malpractices biggest worry during online hiring assessments, say recruiters
Recruiters face various challenges, from malpractice fears during assessments to struggles in finding genuine talent. Leveraging automation and advanced assessment tools can alleviate anxieties, making the recruitment process more efficient for professionals.
Malpractices by candidates during online assessments biggest fear among recruiters: Report
A report by AI-powered recruitment automation firm HirePro has revealed that fraudulent practices during online assessments are the biggest fears among recruiters and talent acquisition specialists. The report, based on a survey of 837 recruiters, talent acquisition specialists, and HR professionals, found that the anxiety of finding the right candidate for a role is the biggest concern.
JEE-Mains: NTA warns against 'cheating', students maybe barred even based on post-exam analysis
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has warned candidates against using unfair means in the JEE-Main exams, stating that they can face penalties even after the exam through post-exam data analysis. NTA will use video data analysis and AI for remote biometric matching to identify any malpractice. Rigorous measures, including biometric authentication and frisking, have been put in place to ensure exam fairness. Any compromise of the exam's sanctity may lead to cancellation of candidature and criminal proceedings. Security measures include surprise visits and AI tools for application verification.
CBSE disaffiliates 20 schools for enrolling dummy students; 5 of them in Delhi, 3 in UP
The disaffiliated schools include Sidhhartha Public School, Bharat Mata Saraswati Bal Mandir, National Public School, Chand Ram Public Senior Secondary School and Marigold Public School in Delhi, Loyal Public School (Bulandshahr), Trinity World School (Gautam Buddh Nagar), Crescent Convent School (Ghazipur) in Uttar Pradesh, Prince UCH Madhyamik Vidyalaya (Sikar) and Global Indian International School, (Jodhpur) in Rajasthan.
Parliament passes bill to curb exam malpractices, paper leaks
Parliament approved a groundbreaking bill aimed at tackling malpractices and irregularities in competitive examinations, incorporating strict punitive measures. Union Minister Jitendra Singh emphasized that the bill aims to deter individuals who jeopardize the future of the youth. The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Bill, 2024, was successfully passed in the Rajya Sabha, featuring provisions for a maximum jail term of 10 years and fines reaching up to Rs 1 crore.
Lok Sabha passes Bill to check use of unfair means in govt recruitment exams
Piloting the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Bill, 2024, Union minister Jitendra Singh said the proposed law is meant to safeguard the interest of meritorious students and candidates.
Bill in Lok Sabha to check paper leaks, use of unfair means in govt recruitment exams
The Centre introduces Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Bill, 2024, to check malpractices in government recruitment exams. Offences include leakage of question paper, assisting candidates, tampering with computer systems, creating fake websites, and manipulating seating arrangements. The bill imposes a minimum jail term of three years and a fine up to Rs 1 crore. Service providers engaged in conducting examinations can also be fined and barred from future responsibilities.
Bill to tackle exam malpractices likely in Parliament on Monday
The government plans to introduce a new bill to address malpractices and irregularities in competitive examinations. The bill, called the Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Bill, 2024, aims to crack down on organized gangs, mafia elements, and government officials involved in malpractices. It proposes a maximum jail term of 10 years and a fine of up to Rs 1 crore. The bill also establishes a high-level national technical committee to make the examination process more secure. President Droupadi Murmu announced the government's intention to enact the law during the Budget session.
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