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Scientists, activists urge govt to halt E20 rollout, enact anti-black magic law

Prominent scientists and activists have urged the government to halt E20 fuel rollout. They also called for scrapping the National Testing Agency due to recent issues. A nationwide anti-black magic law was demanded to combat superstition. Public policies should be guided by scientific evidence and research funding increased. The collective…

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UGC-NET re-exam 2026: NTA warns Delhi candidates of traffic delays amid BRICS Summit

The National Testing Agency has advised candidates appearing for the UGC-NET June 2026 re-examination in Delhi on September 9 and 10 to plan their travel in advance due to expected traffic restrictions linked to the upcoming BRICS Summit. The agency said exam centres are outside areas expected to face major…

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Delhi HC seeks Centre, NTA response over UGC-NET English re-exam

The Delhi High Court has sought responses from the National Testing Agency and the Centre. This is regarding a plea challenging the decision to re-conduct the UGC-NET English examination. The court also directed authorities to decide on refunding examination fees. A candidate filed a plea to quash the notice for…

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UGC NET June 2026 result scorecard released for 84 Subjects: Check direct link, steps to download and re-exam dates for English, Commerce and Sociology

The UGC-NET June 2026 scorecards have been made available by the National Testing Agency for a total of eighty-four subjects. Candidates can view their results on the official UGC-NET website. Additionally, re-examinations for English, Commerce, and Sociology are set for September, specifically on the ninth and tenth. Importantly, no extra…

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Answer keys for UGC NET announced, says NTA

The National Testing Agency announced UGC-NET 2026 final answer keys for 84 subjects. Fresh examinations were ordered for English, Commerce, and Sociology papers due to errors. These re-examinations are scheduled for September 9 and 10. Candidates will not need to pay any additional examination fee.

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UGC-NET 2026 result and answer key date announced by NTA

The National Testing Agency will release UGC-NET 2026 results and final answer keys this week. These results will cover eighty-four subjects and are available on the NTA website. Fresh examinations for English, Commerce, and Sociology papers are scheduled for September. The NTA made changes to these three papers due to…

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NTA: From elixir for all exam ills to everyone's punching bag!

The National Testing Agency is under intense scrutiny following multiple exam cancellations and alarming paper leaks. These incidents have caused considerable mental distress among students. The situation escalated to protests, resulting in the resignation of the education minister and prompting legislative changes. To rectify the underlying issues, a specialized task…

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Ayush PG entrance test disrupted in Jaipur: 49 candidates unable to complete AIAPGET exam after power outage; Check re-test date, centre and other key details

A significant power outage impacted the AIAPGET exam at Shri Satya Sai PG College in Jaipur, leaving 49 out of 192 candidates unable to finish their computer-based test. Reports from candidates suggested instances of copying during the outage. The National Testing Agency has announced a re-examination for those affected, scheduled…

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NTA says answer key challenge designed to be fair to all students, rejects 'expensive' charge

The National Testing Agency has defended its answer key challenge system. It stated the process is fair for all students taking exams. The agency clarified that a single successful challenge benefits every candidate. A fee is charged to discourage frivolous objections and is refunded if correct. This system aims to…

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UGC NET cancelled papers written by AI? Experts flag signs of AI use, NTA denies

The National Testing Agency has cancelled and ordered fresh UGC-NET papers in English, Commerce and Sociology after candidates and subject experts flagged errors and repeated questions. The Sociology paper reportedly contained misspelled names of scholars such as George Ritzer and Talcott Parsons, while candidates alleged that around 67 of 150…

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NEET security ‘foolproof’: Centre to SC; court seeks institutional reforms

The Supreme Court emphasized institutionalizing reforms within the NEET examination system. It directed the National Testing Agency to detail steps taken on committee recommendations. The court noted the issue as systemic, requiring robust institutionalization for effective implementation. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta outlined existing safeguards for question paper security and transportation.

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After paper leak turmoil, NTA overhauls exam system with four-tier checks

The National Testing Agency is implementing significant changes to its examination system. Around 600 experts have been removed and new ones are being onboarded. A four-tier checking system for question papers will be introduced to enhance scrutiny. NTA offices will relocate to new premises with strengthened security measures. These steps…

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NTA removes over 50 staff, begins system overhaul after UGC-NET errors

The National Testing Agency removed over fifty staff members following examination errors. A major overhaul of its examination system is now underway. Professionals are being hired for key roles in test security and technology. Re-tests for three UGC-NET papers will be conducted in September. Opposition parties and student groups have…

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UGC NET June 2026 answer key: Check steps on how to download, direct link, know how to raise objections and more

UGC NET June 2026 out today: The National Testing Agency is set to release the provisional answer key for UGC NET June 2026 today. Candidates can access their responses via the official website and calculate their potential scores. Should they find errors, objections may be submitted, accompanied by a processing…

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AISA launches nationwide 'Gen Z Rising' campaign after Jantar Mantar protest

AISA announced a nationwide outreach campaign called 'Gen Z Rising' starting August 7. National president Neha will tour several states to mobilize students and youth. The campaign addresses education reforms, unemployment, and entrance examination policies. It seeks to consolidate the student movement and expand its reach across the country. AISA…

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JEE-style NEET-UG format under active consideration; SC to hear matter August 19

The Supreme Court is considering proposed changes to the NEET-UG examination format. A shift to computer-based testing is under active government consideration. The court will hear further arguments on August 19 regarding these proposals. The government is also strengthening legal frameworks against examination fraud. Petitions seek reforms and restructuring of…

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UGC NET June 2026 answer key: When will NTA release it? Check expected date and time

Candidates await the UGC NET June 2026 provisional answer key release. The National Testing Agency is expected to release it soon in August. The examination was conducted in computer-based test mode from June 22 to July 5. Candidates can check the answer key on the official NTA UGC NET website.…

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Kapil Sibal slams Centre's handling of paper leak, mocks exam reform task force

Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal criticised the Centre's handling of the NEET paper leak issue, accusing the Modi government of first denying the problem, cracking down on protesters and only later announcing exam reforms. His remarks came after Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled a high-powered task force headed by Infosys…

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NTA Young Professional Recruitment 2026: Vacancies, eligibility, salary and other details about contractual posts offering ₹80,000 per month

The National Testing Agency is recruiting Young Professionals for its divisions. Vacancies exist for academic, legal, and finance research roles. Selected candidates will work at the NTA headquarters in New Delhi. Appointments are contractual for an initial period of twenty-four months. Eligibility requires registration on the UPSC Pratibha Setu portal.

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NSUI calls Pradhan's resignation 'victory for millions of students', demands immediate ban on NTA

NSUI National President Vinod Jakhar called the minister's resignation a student victory. He demanded an immediate ban on the National Testing Agency and severe punishment. Jakhar also urged financial compensation for families who lost children due to paper leaks. Rahul Gandhi led the massive student movement and NSUI supported protesters…

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Dharmendra Pradhan resigns after NEET protests: What was the medical entrance exam controversy all about?

Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned following widespread youth protests. These demonstrations demanded accountability for alleged NEET-UG examination irregularities. The NEET-UG exam, crucial for medical admissions, faced cancellation due to paper leaks. Investigators are probing a multi-state network suspected of facilitating the leak. The resignation marks a significant outcome for the…

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Delhi Police sets up Special Task Force to probe UPSC, SSC, NTA paper leak cases under anti-cheating law

Delhi Police established a Special Task Force to investigate examination irregularities. This new unit will probe offenses under the Public Examinations Act, 2024. The task force aims for prompt and comprehensive investigations into such matters. It will coordinate with prosecuting agencies for speedy trial proceedings. This initiative follows recent unrest…

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NTA removes 47 officials as Centre steps up overhaul amid paper leak row

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has removed 47 officials from service as part of a major overhaul following the paper leak controversy, according to sources quoted by ANI. Legal and criminal action is also expected against some officials as the Centre moves to strengthen accountability and restore confidence in the…

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NTA runs 270+ exams with just 24 permanent staff, relies on 197 contractual and outsourced personnel

The National Testing Agency operates with only twenty-four permanent officials. It relies heavily on one hundred ninety-seven contractual and outsourced personnel. This agency has conducted over two hundred seventy competitive examinations since 2018. More than sixty-six million candidate registrations have been processed by the NTA. The government has created sixteen…

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NEET candidates may soon retrieve old scorecards as DigiLocker system nears completion

A DigiLocker system for retrieving past NEET scorecards is nearing final development stages. This initiative aims to prevent students from losing access to their important examination results. The National Testing Agency informed the Central Information Commission about this ongoing development. While this new system is being created, older records are…

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