Modi thanks public as CJP protests, 47 NTA officials sacked over NEET leaks
On Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked the public for responses to his video announcing a new bill against paper leaks, set to be introduced next week. The Union Cabinet approved stricter punishments including up to 10 years' jail and fines of Rs 10 crore. Meanwhile, protests led by CJP at Jantar Mantar continued, demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. CJP leader Ashutosh Ranka reported positive government responses on compensation but no concrete decision on the minister’s resignation. Delhi Traffic Police advised avoiding travel in certain areas due to prohibitory orders, and 18 Metro stations were shut. Additionally, 47 NTA officials were sacked following protests over NEET paper leaks.
26 JUL 2026
— Al Jazeera
Pralhad Joshi was appointed India's education minister following Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation due to protests over a NEET exam leak.
28 JUL 2026
— NDTV
Rahul Gandhi criticized Pralhad Joshi's appointment as Education Minister, citing his past defense of the early release of rapists.
4 AUG 2026
— BBC
India's education minister resigned due to protests over exam leaks, prompting Prime Minister Modi to implement reforms but youth unemployment remains a significant challenge.
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