Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has directed a high-level inquiry into the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) following allegations that the organization delayed initiating legal proceedings against one of its printing vendors despite serious concerns over contractual obligations and operational irregularities. The minister’s intervention comes after questions were raised regarding why the...
Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh has addressed the ongoing controversy surrounding his upcoming film, responding to protests and criticism with a brief yet striking message that has reignited debate across social media and political circles. As opposition to the film continues to gain attention, Dosanjh remarked, “Mubarak” (Congratulations) to those protesting, while asserting that...
The political confrontation surrounding the alleged NEET examination paper leak intensified after Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan strongly criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, accusing him of creating unnecessary panic among students and their families. The remarks came amid continuing debates over the integrity of competitive examinations and concerns raised by opposition parties regarding the conduct...
A planned protest at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar led by social media activist and Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke has emerged as one of the most closely watched youth-led movements in recent months, reflecting growing frustration among students over examination-related controversies and demands for greater accountability within India’s education system. Dipke, who has built...
India’s largest medical entrance examination, NEET, is set to undergo a major transformation as the Union government announced plans to conduct the exam entirely in a computer-based format from next year. The move comes amid growing concerns over examination integrity, paper leak allegations, and malpractice incidents that have triggered nationwide debate over the credibility of...
Chennai: Addressing concerns over the recent H1B visa fee hike by the United States, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Sunday emphasized that India’s youth do not need validation from foreign countries to achieve global success. Speaking at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras, Pradhan highlighted that with the right opportunities, young Indians can...
New Delhi: In a major step to enhance student safety, the Central government has directed all states and Union Territories to conduct an immediate safety audit of all school buildings, including government, government-aided, and private institutions. The directive aims to identify and address structural vulnerabilities in line with national safety guidelines. Union Education Minister Dharmendra...