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Disruptions mar opening day of Monsoon Session of Parliament

Opposition members disrupted the Lok Sabha's opening day with protests. Slogans and placards demanded action on the NEET paper leak issue. The House faced multiple adjournments as order could not be restored. Similar disruptions occurred in the Rajya Sabha, leading to its adjournment. Both parliamentary houses were ultimately adjourned for…

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Samajwadi Party stages protest in Parliament over alleged NEET paper leak, accuse Centre of failing to address students' concerns

Samajwadi Party leaders protested alleged NEET paper leaks during the Monsoon Session. They demanded a discussion and accused the government of ignoring student concerns. Leaders like Dimple Yadav voiced solidarity with protesting students and their demands. The party called for accountability and the resignation of the Union Education Minister.

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Congress slams Centre over handling Wangchuk, exam issues; opposes Higher Education Bill

Congress leader K C Venugopal strongly criticized the central government's actions. He expressed solidarity with activist Sonam Wangchuk's ongoing hunger strike. Venugopal alleged widespread irregularities in competitive examinations, impacting students nationwide. He also voiced opposition to the proposed Higher Education Bill.

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What Happened Before the Chalo Sansad March?

As thousands gathered at Delhi's Jantar Mantar ahead of the planned 'Chalo Sansad' march, social reformer Sonam Wangchuk made a significant announcement that changed the direction of the protest. Instead of simply continuing his hunger strike, he laid down three clear conditions under which he would end his fast. At…

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Over 850 students crack NEET from Punjab government schools

Congratulating the candidates, Bains said the achievement reflected the commitment of teachers and the government's focus on strengthening public education.

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'They are using Sonam Wangchuk': Woman who threw ink at Abhijeet Dipke alleges she was assaulted by "goons"

Being a self-described men's rights activist, Trehan said she has no political affiliation and alleged that the protest at Jantar Mantar had nothing to do with the NEET controversy but had a "political agenda", accusing the demonstration of using activist Sonam Wangchuk.

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Sanjay Singh moves Rule 267 notice to discuss NEET paper leak, Sonam Wangchuk's "declining health"

Aam Aadmi Party MP Sanjay Singh has moved a notice for Rajya Sabha adjournment. He seeks discussion on the NEET-UG paper leak and related student issues. The notice also highlights the deteriorating health of activist Sonam Wangchuk. Singh calls for a discussion on these matters of national importance. The Monsoon…

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What Makes Sonam Wangchuk One of India's Boldest Voices?

What makes a person leave behind comfort, face criticism, and continue speaking for what they believe is right? The answer may surprise you. Sonam Wangchuk is not just an engineer or an education reformer. He has become a symbol of innovation, sustainability, and civic responsibility. While some admire his courage,…

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NTA probe finds NEET OMR sheets 'completely AI-generated', tampered; legal action likely

The National Testing Agency found one disputed NEET OMR sheet was AI-generated. Another OMR sheet submitted for scrutiny was discovered to have been tampered with. This follows allegations from students regarding discrepancies in their recorded responses and final scores. The NTA will pursue legal action against those submitting fake or…

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MVA leaders slam Centre over handling of Wangchuk's protest; call it suppression of dissent

Opposition leaders criticised the Centre's handling of Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike. They called the action irresponsible and shameful, amounting to suppressing democratic dissent. Delhi Police moved Wangchuk to a hospital after his health deteriorated on the 21st day. Leaders stated the protest would continue regardless of actions taken against the…

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Friends to foes, controversial bills, agitation at its door: Parliament braces for stormy Monsoon session

Parliament's Monsoon Session begins Monday amid expectations of a stormy showdown, with the government pushing key bills, including a renewed Constitution Amendment Bill on women's reservation and delimitation.

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NMC MBBS Seat Matrix 2026 Released: Check state-wise government and private medical college seats

NMC MBBS Seat Matrix 2026: The National Medical Commission has published the 2026 MBBS seat matrix for aspiring doctors. This year offers 1,36,939 MBBS seats, a significant increase from last year. Private medical colleges contributed the majority of these newly added seats. Twenty-five new medical colleges have also entered the…

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Sonam Wangchuk health update: Safdarjung Hospital says activist 'stable but requires continuous monitoring'

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk was hospitalized due to his prolonged hunger strike. He remains stable but requires continuous medical observation and treatment. His wife requested that no treatment be administered without family consent. Police removed protesters from the Jantar Mantar site after his hospitalization. Opposition leaders criticized the government's actions…

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Left-wing student organizations join Jantar Mantar protest as CJP activist begins hunger strike after Sonam Wangchuk's hospitalisation

The protestors have been demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan after the NEET paper leak fiasco. The joint demonstration witnessed students and political activists raising slogans and carrying placards to press their various demands.

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Sonam Wangchuk's wife says no treatment should be administered to him without her consent

Activist Sonam Wangchuk was moved to Safdarjung Hospital on his hunger strike's twenty-first day. His wife forbade medical treatment without her explicit consent and doctor's approval. Police stated the transfer was for essential medical care following court orders. Wangchuk remains determined to continue his fast despite his deteriorating health. He…

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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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Kiran Rao backs Sonam Wangchuk, urges government to hold talks

Filmmaker Kiran Rao voiced support for activist Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike. Wangchuk is protesting alleged irregularities in the NEET examination results. Rao expressed distress over the government's silence on the ongoing protest. She urged authorities to engage in dialogue with the concerned protestors. The activist's hunger strike has continued for…

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Aamir Khan: '3 Idiots' not based on Sonam Wangchuk

Aamir Khan stated his "3 Idiots" character is not based on Sonam Wangchuk. He called the connection a misconception and expressed concern for Wangchuk's health. Wangchuk is currently on an indefinite hunger strike protesting India's education system. His health has deteriorated, losing over nine kilograms since starting the fast. Several…

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NEET topper Aryan Gupta full story: How Ludhiana boy turned heartbreak into AIR-1

NEET AIR 1 Aryan Gupta's Story: Aryan Gupta achieved a joint All India Rank one after the NEET-UG exam cancellation. He transformed the setback into an opportunity for better preparation and performance. His brother Aditya provided crucial support and encouragement during the difficult period. Aryan studied intensely, balancing hard work…

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Neet cut off 2026 for MBBS Govt College: Check category-wise marks you will need to get government medical college seat

What is the NEET Cut off 2026 for MBBS government college? NEET UG 2026 results and cut-offs were declared on July 16. This year's exam was re-conducted after paper leak allegations surfaced. Over 11 lakh candidates have qualified for medical college admissions. Qualifying marks saw a significant jump compared to…

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NEET UG 2026 Toppers List: Check names, highest marks, state-wise toppers, and other details

National Testing Agency declared NEET UG 2026 results with two joint toppers. Nearly twenty lakh candidates appeared for the examination conducted across India and abroad. Women candidates continued to outperform men, constituting over fifty-eight percent of qualifiers. Over eleven lakh candidates qualified for undergraduate medical and allied courses this year.…

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NEET Result 2026 declared: NTA releases Re-NEET scorecards at neet.nta.nic.in; over 11.21 lakh qualify, 138 candidates score above 690

Re-NEET UG Result: The National Testing Agency has declared the Re-NEET Result 2026 for candidates at neet.nta.nic.in. Over 11.21 lakh students have successfully qualified for medical admissions this year. The agency released the final answer key, which formed the basis for the results. Candidates can now download their scorecards from…

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SC Bar Association urges Sonam Wangchuk to end fast, offers support for education reforms

The Supreme Court Bar Association asked Sonam Wangchuk to end his fast. They expressed concern over his health and the education system's issues. The association offered legal and research support for transparency initiatives. They also pledged to advocate for reforms in educational processes. Wangchuk was urged to safeguard his health…

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School Assembly News Headlines, July 17: Top National, International, Sports, Business & Education News

School Assembly News Headlines, July 17: Skyroot Aerospace plans its Vikram-1 rocket launch on July 18. India and the UK signed a trade agreement to reduce tariffs on goods. The ICC approved significant changes to ODI and T20 World Cup formats. EPFO credited annual interest to millions of member accounts…

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Govt should appeal to Sonam Wangchuk to end fast, there should be some room for humanity: Omar Abdullah

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah voiced concern over activist Sonam Wangchuk's health, noting that Wangchuk has lost significant weight during his hunger strike. Abdullah criticised the central government for not appealing to Wangchuk to end his fast.

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