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CBSE OSM glitch: Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan accepts responsibility, says corrective measure are being taken

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has taken responsibility for issues with the CBSE's On-Screen Marking system. He assured strict action against anyone found deliberately causing irregularities that affected students. The minister chaired a meeting to address technical and payment concerns. Experts from IIT Kanpur and IIT Madras are assisting the…

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Dharmendra Pradhan’s guide to surviving India’s exam crisis

This May, CBSE’s Class 12 board results arrived like a bad smell in an already scorching summer – hard to ignore, unwelcome, and somehow spreading everywhere.

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CBSE OSM row: Congress says ' Mantri Pradhan' s insistence' on holding on to his office shameful

The Congress party has strongly criticized the government regarding the CBSE's On-Screen Marking system. They allege that the Education Minister ignored advice, leading to student distress. The party is demanding the immediate resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. This controversy highlights concerns about the implementation of the new marking system…

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'Gen Z will shatter PM's arrogance': Rahul Gandhi slams govt over CBSE OSM row

Rahul Gandhi alleges malpractice in the CBSE's On-Screen Marking system. He claims the Modi government fears questioning youth. The Education Ministry is engaging IIT experts to address technical issues in the re-evaluation portal. This move follows complaints from students and parents. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan emphasizes student interests and…

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CBSE providing all 'possible support' to students: Board Sources on answersheet mismatch complaints

The Central Board of Secondary Education is actively addressing student concerns regarding re-evaluation. Cases of mismatched answer sheets are being prioritized. Senior officials are engaging with students and parents to resolve grievances. Teams from IIT-Madras and IIT-Kanpur will examine technical issues. Public sector banks will assist in strengthening the payment…

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'Mantri Pradhan' should resign, 'Pradhan Mantri' owes answers: Congress on CBSE glitches

Congress criticizes the government over technical issues with the CBSE post-result services portal. The party demands the Education Minister's resignation and an explanation from the Prime Minister. The CBSE is engaging IIT-Madras and IIT-Kanpur experts to fix glitches in the re-evaluation process. Students and parents have reported numerous problems, leading…

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CBSE Results Portal glitches update: Government ropes in IIT Madras, IIT Kanpur experts and PSU banks to fix issues

CBSE portal glitches: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has directed IIT Madras and IIT Kanpur to assist CBSE in resolving technical glitches plaguing its post-result re-evaluation portal. The move follows widespread complaints of payment failures, login issues, and server downtime. Four public sector banks are also aiding in stabilizing the…

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CBSE again extends deadline for scanned answer book requests till May 25

The Central Board of Secondary Education has extended the deadline for students to request scanned copies of their Class 12 answer books. The new deadline is May 25 midnight. This extension comes after students faced difficulties accessing the portal. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan is working with the Finance Ministry…

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Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, Finance Minister Sitharaman discuss CBSE payment gateway overhaul; 4 PSU banks to assist

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has initiated a significant overhaul of the CBSE payment gateway system. This move follows widespread complaints from students and parents regarding failed transactions and fee issues. Four public sector banks will now collaborate with the CBSE to strengthen its payment infrastructure.

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IIT-Madras, Kanpur to assist CBSE in addressing post-result portal issues: Dharmendra Pradhan

IIT Madras and IIT Kanpur experts will now tackle technical issues plaguing the CBSE's post-result services portal. This move follows widespread student and parent complaints about glitches during the re-evaluation process. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has directed a thorough examination of portal stability, server performance, and IT infrastructure to…

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INDIA bloc's conspiracy to set India ablaze will never succeed: Piyush Goyal slams Rahul Gandhi

Union Minister Piyush Goyal has accused Rahul Gandhi and opposition parties of a major conspiracy to destabilize India and incite violence. Goyal stated their rhetoric is a deliberate plot to create unrest after electoral failures. He alleged political frustration drives the opposition's intention to incite violence. The public's wisdom will…

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All accounts, website taken down: CJP founder alleges crackdown as movement claims 10 lakh sign-ups

The Cockroach Janta Party has claimed that it has come under siege. Reports suggest that their online presence, including social media accounts and their website, has either been dismantled or compromised. Founder Abhijeet Dipke has expressed frustration over the inaccessibility of all official platforms.

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‘I started a joke…now I get death threats’: Abhijeet Dipke on India’s Cockroach Party

What began as a tweet has snowballed into one of India’s most unexpected political phenomena. Abhijeet Dipke, who spoke to Newslaundry from Boston, is the unlikely founder of the Cockroach Janata Party. Within a week, this satirical movement amassed over a million registered members and about 500,000 signatures on a…

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NEET-UG re-test June 21: Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan assures error-free exam amid irregularities

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said tough decisions were required in the wake of the NEET-UG irregularities and assured that the government is committed to ensuring deserving students do not lose opportunities because of examination malpractice. Emphasising efforts to restore trust in the system, he said authorities are working to…

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'Asli kaam ka waqt aagya': Cockroach Janta Party launches new campaign after crossing BJP’s Instagram follower count, hits 20 million

Newly launched satirical movement Cockroach Janta Party demands Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over NEET paper leak. Founder Abhijeet Dipke shared a petition, citing the compromised education system and the futures of over 22 lakh students at stake. The party's rapid online growth has concerned Dipke's parents, who fear legal…

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Modi making reels in Italy, while our youth tormented by paper leaks: Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi has strongly criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding the NEET-UG exam paper leak. Gandhi stated that the Prime Minister has not taken responsibility nor removed Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The Congress leader vowed to continue protests until Pradhan resigns and a secure system to prevent paper leaks is…

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NEET UG 2026: Police use water cannons on Congress workers protesting over NEET irregularities in Jaipur to stop the march

Congress workers marched in Jaipur protesting NEET UG exam irregularities. They demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Police used water cannons to disperse the crowd. The National Testing Agency's credibility was questioned. The future of nearly 22 lakh students was affected by alleged paper leaks.

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NEET-UG paper leak case: parliamentary panel summons NTA Chief for review of exam reforms on Thursday

A Parliamentary panel is set to review the National Testing Agency’s (NTA) reforms alongside the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak issue, with top education officials, including the NTA Chairperson, summoned for discussion. The committee will also examine the K Radhakrishnan Committee report, assess updates on the ongoing NEET-UG investigation, and deliberate…

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NEET leak: If PM respects parliamentary committees, then he must remove Pradhan, says Digvijaya

Congress MP Digvijaya Singh has demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. This comes after the NEET-UG 2026 exam was cancelled due to alleged paper leaks. Singh criticized the National Testing Agency and the government's handling of exam irregularities. He also raised concerns about the government's gold import…

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Rahul Gandi slams Centre, demands resignation of Education Minister over NEET-UG 2026 paper leak allegations

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi has strongly criticized the Central government regarding alleged irregularities in the NEET-UG 2026 examination. He is demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and has questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi's silence on the matter. The controversy follows allegations of a paper leak and the…

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BJP asks Rahul Gandhi not to politicise NEET issue, says govt acted swiftly

The BJP has responded to Rahul Gandhi's criticism regarding the NEET-UG 2026 exam. The party asserts the Modi government acted swiftly to address irregularities and supports students. The Congress leader demanded the Education Minister's dismissal or accountability, alleging a BJP-RSS nexus has damaged the education system.

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Sack Dharmendra Pradhan: Rahul Gandhi to PM Modi amid NEET row

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has demanded the immediate dismissal of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. He alleges a BJP-RSS nexus has damaged India's education system. Gandhi stated the hard work of 22 lakh NEET aspirants has been wasted. He called for accountability from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Strict action is being…

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"Modi govt playing with lives of 22-23 lakh students": AAP slams Centre over NEET paper leak

The NEET-UG 2026 exam will be re-conducted on June 21 due to a paper leak. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan assured students that malpractice will not recur. Reforms are planned, including shifting to Computer-Based Test mode next year. Fees for the upcoming exam will be waived. Students can choose their…

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NEET exam will be computer-based from next year: Check all changes education minister Dharmendra Pradhan, announced to stop paper leaks and malpractices

Amidst the NEET paper leak controversy, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announced significant reforms, including a shift to a computer-based format for the NEET exam from next year. The NTA will refund fees for affected candidates and provide an additional 15 minutes for the re-exam, with admit cards for the…

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NEET UG 2026 Paper Leak: Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan vows strict CBI action and makes big change for next year

NEET examination will move to a computer-based format next year. This change follows a significant paper leak controversy. The Central Bureau of Investigation is conducting a deep investigation into the leak. Affected candidates will receive refunds for examination fees. The National Testing Agency will not charge additional fees for re-examinations.…

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