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How a chemistry teacher’s late-night investigation into a viral PDF exposed the NEET UG paper leak

A Sikar-based teacher's vigilance led to the discovery of a leaked NEET-UG 2026 exam paper. After meticulously verifying a circulating PDF against the actual exam, he alerted authorities. This crucial tip-off ultimately prompted the NTA to cancel the examination due to widespread malpractice allegations.

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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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NEET-UG 2026 paper leak: CBI produces Pune teacher before Delhi court, seeks 14-day custody

The CBI has arrested Manisha Gurunath Mandhare, an NTA panel member, in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case. She is accused of leaking Biology questions and conducting special coaching classes. The agency is seeking her custody for further investigation. The CBI has already arrested nine accused and seized incriminating documents.…

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Priyanka Chaturvedi backs Rahul Gandhi on NEET issue, says student deaths are 'murders by system'

Chaturvedi said, "Actually, it's not just one suicide; there are three such suicides that have taken place. And yes, I agree with what Rahul Gandhi is saying, because these are murders committed by the Government of India by totally disregarding the mental stress and mental agony of lakhs of students…

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NEET UG 'leak': CBI probing role of NTA-linked public servant

Central Bureau of Investigation is investigating a public servant linked to the National Testing Agency in the NEET-UG exam paper leak. Accused individuals allegedly received question papers and answers before the exam. Several lecturers have been arrested in connection with the leak.

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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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Who is Manisha Gurunath Mandhare? NTA-appointed Pune teacher arrested in NEET UG 2026 biology paper leak case

NEET 2026 paper leak: A senior Botany teacher, Manisha Gurunath Mandhare, has been arrested by the CBI for her alleged role in the NEET UG 2026 paper leak. Appointed as an NTA subject expert, she is accused of leaking Biology questions after conducting special coaching sessions at her Pune residence.

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NTET result 2026 declared by NTA: How to check scorecards, direct link, and other details

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the NTET 2026 results for postgraduate candidates in Indian System of Medicine and Homoeopathy. The exam, held on April 28, 2026, saw 9,051 candidates appear out of 9,368 registered. Scorecards are now available for download on the official NTA NTET Portal.

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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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NEET paper leak: Plea in SC seeks NTA revamp or replacement, interim monitoring panel

A medical body has urged the Supreme Court to overhaul the National Testing Agency (NTA) due to recurring NEET-UG paper leaks, calling it a "direct assault" on students' fundamental rights. The plea seeks a robust, autonomous system and a high-powered committee to ensure exam integrity, highlighting systemic failures and outdated…

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Behind NEET’s cancelled exam are 22 lakh students – and a report barely anyone read

On May 12, the National Testing Agency (NTA) cancelled NEET-UG 2026 over a paper leak, shattering the aspirations of around 22 lakh students who had appeared for the country’s most consequential medical entrance exam just nine days earlier.

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NEET-UG paper leak: CBI arrests 5; conducts multiple searches across country

The CBI has arrested five individuals in connection with the NEET UG paper leak. Searches are underway across the country as the agency intensifies its investigation. Digital devices have been seized for forensic analysis. The CBI is coordinating with Rajasthan Police and visited the NTA headquarters for documents. The NEET…

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NEET-UG row: SFI holds protests across Kerala

The NEET-UG examination and its cancellation prompted the Students Federation of India (SFI) activists to continue their protests across Kerala. Protestors raised slogans against the Centre and National Testing Agency (NTA), brought down barriers in many places and on Tuesday barged into the office of the Principal Accountant General in…

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Medical body moves SC after NEET-UG 2026 cancellation, seeks NTA chief’s resignation

The Federation of All India Medical Association has filed a Public Interest Litigation in the Supreme Court concerning the NEET-UG 2026 exam controversy. The organization stated the National Testing Agency has repeatedly failed in its duties. The Chief Patron demanded the NTA director step down taking moral responsibility for the…

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NEET-UG 2026 paper leak probe handed to CBI, 'guess paper' sold for up to Rs 25 lakh: Report

The CBI is now investigating the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak. Rajasthan Police previously claimed a "paper leak mafia" sold leaked questions. The network allegedly spanned multiple states. The CBI has registered a case and is questioning suspects. Investigators found matches between a "guess paper" and the actual exam questions.

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NEET-UG 2026 paper leak shocker: Most key reforms suggested by Radhakrishnan panel to fix NTA still not implemented

NEET-UG 2026 paper leak: Despite recommendations from the K Radhakrishnan Committee following the 2024 NEET-UG crisis, the National Testing Agency (NTA) faces renewed scrutiny over alleged paper leaks for NEET-UG 2026. Basic security measures like functional CCTV surveillance remain a challenge, raising concerns about the implementation of proposed reforms.

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We take responsibility; process to hold NEET-UG re-exam to begin in 7-10 days: NTA DG Abhishek Singh

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has cancelled the NEET UG 2026 exam due to paper leak allegations. NTA Director General Abhishek Singh took responsibility, stating a re-examination schedule will be announced within seven to 10 days. No extra fees will be charged, and prior fees will be refunded.

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‘No re-registration, no fresh fee’: Govt assures NEET-UG 2026 re-test after probe into alleged leak

NEET-UG 2026 has been cancelled following paper leak allegations. Gujarat minister Praful Pansheriya assured students no new registration or fees are required for the rescheduled exam. The Centre has ordered a CBI probe into the irregularities. This marks the second consecutive year of NEET disruptions. The NTA aims to restore…

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NEET (UG) 2026: CBI registers FIR into alleged paper leak

The CBI has registered an FIR concerning the alleged paper leak of the NEET (UG) 2026 examination held on May 3. The National Testing Agency (NTA) cancelled the exam after allegations of malpractice surfaced, with the government referring the matter for a comprehensive inquiry. The NTA confirmed the cancellation and…

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Why was NEET 2026 exam cancelled? Full timeline of leak, 'guess paper' controversy, Rajasthan-Uttarakhand link & what we know so far

NEET 2026 exam cancelled: The cancellation of NEET-UG 2026 has triggered a nationwide controversy after investigators uncovered alleged large-scale circulation of a “guess paper” that reportedly overlapped significantly with the actual May 3 examination. Following inputs from multiple states, especially Rajasthan and Uttarakhand, and findings shared by law enforcement agencies,…

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