The story so far
NEET Paper Leak Row
Tracked across 10 sources · Updated 2h ago
NEET UG 2026 results showed record-high cutoff and low attendance after re-examination due to paper leak. Opposition protests demanding discussion and minister's resignation; government agrees to debate. Students and political groups continue demonstrations.
How it unfolded
3d ago
CBI probe underway, 13 arrested
3d ago
Govt agrees to NEET debate, opposition insists on minister's resignation
5d ago
Students protest, SP demands Parliament discussion
18 Jul 2026
Record-high cutoff, fewer qualifiers
17 Jul 2026
NEET UG 2026 cut-off and results announced
What happened earlier
Latest updates
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Full story →Ranjini Haridas questions PM Modi on NEET issue
Ranjini Haridas joined the NEET protest in Delhi.
She questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the government's silence.
She criticized the government's handling of the NEET issue.
Earlier · 1d ago
Full story →'I hope we can all unite': Bindra urges to 'strengthen education system' amid protests
Abhinav Bindra urges strengthening the education system amid protests.
Bindra did not comment on demands to remove Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Bindra said focus should be on a transparent and merit-based education system.
Earlier · 1d ago
Full story →Delhi University Rs 26,000, Allahabad Rs 3,000: Students Question Fee Disparity
Delhi University charges Rs 26,000 in fees while Allahabad University charges Rs 3,000.
Students are protesting the fee disparity at Jantar Mantar, demanding educational reform.
A student statement highlighted the burden on children of farmers who cannot afford high fees.
Protesters call on the government to address the fee gap seriously.
Earlier · 1d ago
Full story →Shubman Gill urges compassion for students amid protests: 'Our generation deserves every opportunity to learn, dream'
India Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill posted an Instagram story calling for compassion and opportunity for students amid protests linked to the NEET controversy.
Gill said he respects students who are peacefully raising their voices and that young people deserve every opportunity to learn and dream.
Protests are being spearheaded by the Cockroach Janta Party, with environmental activist Sonam Wangchuk on an indefinite fast, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
The protests began on July 20, and demonstrators allege police used lathi charges and tear gas to disperse crowds during the Parliament monsoon session.
Earlier · 5h ago
Full story →Exclusive| Sonu Nigam postpones Delhi concert amid student protests over NEET paper leak
Sonu Nigam postponed his July 25 concert at Yashobhoomi Convention Centre in Delhi due to student protests over the NEET paper leak.
The singer cited solidarity with students as the reason for postponing the BOSSitivity - Sonu Nigam Remembers Rafi tribute concert.
Comedian Anubhav Singh Bassi cancelled his July 25 show at Talkatora Stadium and actor Soha Ali Khan delayed her podcast episode in support of the protests.