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Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India is emerging as a trusted global defence partner while highlighting growth in defence production, exports and innovation. During Mann Ki Baat, he paid tribute to Kargil War heroes and praised recent achievements in missiles and space technology
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Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge alleged Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over the NEET paper leak was forced by nationwide student protests rather than remorse. Kharge demanded PM Narendra Modi apologize in Parliament, withdraw FIRs against demonstrators, and compensate affected families
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The Congress termed Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation a victory for protesting students. Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Jairam Ramesh stated the fight is not over, demanding that Prime Minister Narendra Modi apologize to youth for police action against demonstrators
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Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra demanded Prime Minister Narendra Modi apologize to students protesting NEET irregularities over alleged police action. Criticizing the PM's social media activity during the crisis, she urged him to show leadership and sack the responsible minister
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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi reiterated that removing Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET exam leaks is non-negotiable. Calling students India's future and Prime Minister Narendra Modi the past, Gandhi assured protesters at Jantar Mantar that no pressure would displace them
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The Union Cabinet approved a draft bill proposing stricter penalties for paper leaks, including up to 10 years' imprisonment and a ₹10 crore fine for organised rackets. The legislation also mandates time-bound investigations and fast-track trials to curb examination malpractices
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The Congress on Friday demanded that Prime Minister Narendra Modi address Parliament on paper leaks rather than issuing video messages. Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge urged the PM to sack Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and apologise for police action against protesting students
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BRS working president KT Rama Rao joined students protesting paper leaks at Indira Park, warning Prime Minister Narendra Modi that youth unrest has brought down governments globally. Demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation, KTR accused the Centre of ignoring student grievances
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The Union Cabinet approved a draft bill proposing stricter punishments for paper leaks after Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced upcoming legislation. The move follows nationwide protests demanding accountability for exam irregularities, education reforms, and justice for families affected by the NEET-UG paper leak
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The Congress criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's video message on paper leaks, alleging he ignored student protests and police action. Jairam Ramesh demanded accountability, while Rahul Gandhi questioned the PM for avoiding the issue of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the Union Cabinet will consider a draft Bill proposing stricter penalties, fast-track courts and stronger accountability to tackle paper leaks. The government aims to introduce the legislation in Parliament during the ongoing session next week.
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Salman Khan appealed to students protesting over the alleged NEET paper leak to return home, expressing confidence that the government would act against those responsible. He also urged activist Sonam Wangchuk to end his indefinite hunger strike following the Prime Minister's announcement.
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Social activist Anna Hazare observed a two-hour silent protest in Maharashtra’s Ahilyanagar in solidarity with Delhi's student agitators. In a letter to PM Modi, Hazare urged the government to hold constructive dialogue and ask Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to resign
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Arvind Kejriwal said Prime Minister Narendra Modi's announcement of fast-track courts for paper leak cases failed to address students' key demand for Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over the alleged NEET irregularities
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The Central Government has initiated the process to establish fast-track courts in four states to try NEET paper leak cases. Under the Public Examinations Act, 2024, offenders face daily hearings, up to five years in prison, and ₹10 lakh fines
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Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra attacked PM Narendra Modi over police action on protesting students in Delhi and widespread paper leaks. Demanding accountability, she criticized internet shutdowns as PM Modi promised fast-track courts to punish paper leak perpetrators
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BJP president Nitin Nabin accused the Opposition of avoiding debate on paper leak issues in Parliament, claiming discussions would expose their double standards. He backed Prime Minister Modi’s fast-track court announcement and assured strict action against those involved in exam irregularities
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The Cockroach Janta Party rejected Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s paper leak measures as inadequate, demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation over accountability. The party said protests would continue, while Sonam Wangchuk offered to end his hunger strike under certain conditions
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Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Wednesday and presented him with a replica of Lord Venkateswara, the presiding deity of the Tirupati Balaji temple, the Prime Minister's Office said
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The BJP accused Rahul Gandhi of misusing his Leader of Opposition privileges after his protest outside Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s residence over alleged NEET paper leak issues. BJP leaders alleged political motives, while Congress demanded accountability over police action against student protesters