# Exam fraud protests, minister resignation, Jharkhand sit-in

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/india-releases-admit-cards-for-multiple-national-and-state-examinations-in-may-2026
> Updated: 2026-08-17T19:23:55.000Z. Sources: 818. Developments: 278.

The 2024 NEET-UG paper-leak protests, led by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), culminated in Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation on 25 July. Following violent demonstrations in Delhi, police compiled dossiers on 216 individuals. In response, Prime Minister Narendra Modi fast-tracked the Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill 2026, while the CBI filed charge sheets against 13 individuals. To prevent future leaks, the government announced a transition to computer-based NEET examinations. Following his resignation, Pradhan addressed the public in Odisha, claiming his decision was intended to prevent the exploitation of student grievances and attempts to “mislead” Gen Z. He further accused political opponents of involving youth in protests. Simultaneously, student unrest in Jharkhand regarding the 14th JPSC and JSSC examinations has intensified. Student leader Devendra Nath Mahato has launched an indefinite hunger strike, demanding the cancellation of the 14th JPSC Preliminary exam and a CBI probe into the private agency TSR Data Processing Private Limited. In response to these demands, Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren announced in the State Assembly that the government will not hesitate to cancel the 14th JPSC Preliminary exam and two backlog exams if investigations confirm irregularities. To improve transparency, the state plans to seek expertise from institutions like IIT and IIM and has launched the ‘Students Voice with Students’ campaign to gather feedback on examination reforms. However, protesters continue to demand a full CBI inquiry into alleged paper tampering and systemic corruption. Following Pradhan’s departure, Pralhad Joshi succeeded him as Education Minister. The Supreme Court of India has scheduled a hearing for 6 August to examine the paper-handling process. The government has also established a high-powered task force, chaired by Nandan Nilekani, to review the shift to computer-based testing.

## Claims

- Dharmendra Pradhan resigned from his post as Union Education Minister on July 25. (disputed by 27 sources)
- Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned on July 24 after the protests. (disputed by 19 sources)
- The protest entered its 14th day on August 7 with six hunger strikers. (disputed by 17 sources)
- The protest entered its 15th day on 8 August 2026. (disputed by 17 sources)
- The protest entered its 14th day on 7 August 2026 with six participants on a hunger strike. (disputed by 10 sources)
- The Jharkhand government has reportedly provided assurances to cancel the 14th JPSC examination. (disputed by 5 sources)
- Dharmendra Pradhan stated that attempts were made to mislead Gen Z during the NEET paper leak protests. (corroborated by 28 sources)
- Pradhan stated that his ministerial position was not a matter of personal prestige or importance. (corroborated by 27 sources)
- Students are protesting alleged irregularities in the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) and Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) examinations. (corroborated by 22 sources)
- Pradhan met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to offer his resignation and discuss protesters' demands. (corroborated by 22 sources)
- Students demand cancellation of the 14th JPSC exam and a CBI investigation. (corroborated by 20 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-17: Youth protests in India lead to education minister resignation

Youth protesters in India have secured the resignation of the Union education minister and the cancellation of recruitment exams in Jharkhand following widespread demonstrations.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/youth-protests-in-india-lead-to-education-minister-resignation

### 2026-08-16: Rahul Gandhi supports students protesting NEET paper leaks

Rahul Gandhi praised students protesting NEET paper leaks, condemning alleged police brutality and announcing a female-only ‘Chhatron ki Goonj’ event in Pune on August 22.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rahul-gandhi-backs-students-protesting-neet-paper-leaks

### 2026-08-11: Hemant Soren announces potential cancellation of JPSC exams amid irregularity probes

Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren announced that JPSC exams may be cancelled if investigations confirm irregularities, following student protests over alleged paper leaks and corruption.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hemant-soren-announces-potential-cancellation-of-jpsc-exams-amid-irregularity-probes

### 2026-08-08: Dharmendra Pradhan claims Gen Z was misled during NEET protests

Former Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan claims Gen Z was misled during NEET protests, prompting his resignation. Meanwhile, Odisha CM Mohan Majhi urges youth to avoid misinformation from external's.

42 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dharmendra-pradhan-explains-resignation-following-neet-protests

### 2026-08-05: Jharkhand government agrees to cancel JPSC exam and order probes

The Jharkhand government has reportedly agreed to cancel the 14th JPSC exam and initiate CID and ED probes into recruitment irregularities following 16 days of student protests in Ranchi.

70 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jharkhand-student-leader-devendra-mahato-ends-water-fast-after-sonam-wangchuk-appeal

### 2026-08-03: India's NEET exam leak sparks protests, minister resignation and court reforms

NEET paper leak forced a re‑test for 2 million candidates, led to 21 student suicides, sparked Delhi protests, caused Education Minister Pradhan’s resignation, and prompted Supreme Court scrutiny and reforms, e

17 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-student-suicide-after-neet-exam-leak-sparks-protests-minister-resigns

### 2026-08-03: India Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Resigns Amid Jantar Mantar Protests

Protests at Jantar Mantar forced Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to resign, and the anti‑reservation campaign “Reservation Hatao Andolan” quickly gained millions of followers.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-education-minister-dharmendra-pradhan-resigns-amid-jantar-mantar-protests

### 2026-08-01: India student protests demand exam reforms and pellet‑gun ban

Indian student groups protest exam paper leaks, demand withdrawal of cases, a pellet‑gun ban, and a cancellation of a contested Jharkhand recruitment test.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-student-protests-demand-exam-reforms-and-pelletgun-ban

### 2026-07-31: India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Resigns Amid Student Protests

Student protests sparked by a NEET exam leak forced Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to resign, prompting warnings of further unrest and a controversial voter‑roll revision.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/modi-accepts-education-ministers-resignation-after-protests

### 2026-07-30: India's CBI charges 13 in NEET paper leak as protests force minister's resignation

CBI charges 13 in NEET leak; all detained. May exam cancelled, re‑test held June 21. Youth protests force Education Minister Pradhan’s resignation and trigger anti‑leak bill with 5‑10 year prison and ₹50 m fine

20 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-education-minister-dharmendra-pradhan-resigns-amid-neet-exam-leak-protests-1

### 2026-07-30: India Education Minister Resigns Amid Student Protests Over Exam Fraud

India’s education minister resigns after week‑long student protests over a massive exam fraud scandal; the government rushes a law imposing tougher penalties on exam cheating.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-education-minister-resigns-amid-student-protests-over-exam-fraud

### 2026-07-29: Delhi Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Targeted by Student Protests

Delhi students demanded Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation; police sent dossiers on 216 suspects to district units after July 20 Jantar Mantar clashes; Western media coverage ignored parallel K

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/delhi-education-minister-dharmendra-pradhan-targeted-by-student-protests

### 2026-07-27: India's Education Minister Resigns Amid NEET Exam Paper‑Leak Crisis

NEET‑UG paper leaks triggered nation‑wide student protests, police action, Supreme Court orders, NTA dismissals and the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

17 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-opposition-mps-condemn-exam-paper-leak-and-police-force-in-neet-protests

### 2026-07-26: Tamil Nadu anti-NEET protests persist after education minister's resignation

After the education minister resigned, Tamil Nadu student groups kept protesting across Chennai, demanding NEET's abolition, a probe into alleged irregularities, and a permanent protest site.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tamil-nadu-anti-neet-protests-persist-after-education-ministers-resignation

### 2026-07-26: Sonam Wangchuk discharged, will visit Rajghat then return to Ladakh

Sonam Wangchuk will be discharged from Medanta Hospital on 27 July, visit Rajghat to honor Gandhi, then return to Ladakh after his 26‑day NEET protest that led to the education minister’s resignation.

11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/activist-sonam-wangchuk-discharged-visits-rajghat-before-returning-to-ladakh

### 2026-07-26: CJP warns Indian government of fresh nationwide protests over alleged FIR breach

CJP says India breached its July 25 agreement on FIR withdrawals, warns of renewed protests unless a written copy is provided by 28 July, and cites arrests across several states.

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-education-minister-dharmendra-pradhan-resigns-cjp-warns-of-new-protests

### 2026-07-25: Mumbai Police Driver Suspended After Threatening Protestors with Fake Drug Charges

Mumbai police driver Pawan Sangle was suspended after a viral video showed him threatening to plant drugs on student protestors, sparking outrage amid nationwide education protests.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mumbai-police-driver-suspended-after-threatening-protestors-with-fake-drug-charges

### 2026-07-25: Priyank Kharge condemns centre over student exam protests and ministerial resignation

Priyank Kharge blasted the centre over student exam protests, citing leaked papers, suicides and the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan with a ₹1 crore compensation.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/priyank-kharge-condemns-centre-over-student-exam-protests-and-ministerial-resignation

### 2026-07-25: Sonia Rajdan Calls for Accountability Amid Nationwide NEET Paper Leak Protests

Sonia Rajdan, mother of Alia Bhatt, urged accountability and a fair, transparent exam system in an Instagram note responding to nationwide student protests over the NEET paper leak and related exam concerns.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sonia-rajdan-calls-for-accountability-amid-nationwide-neet-paper-leak-protests

### 2026-07-25: India's Supreme Court reviews shift of NEET exam to online format

India's Supreme Court will decide on shifting NEET to an online format after reviewing a specialist committee report, amid fallout from a 2026 paper leak and political criticism of Congress.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-supreme-court-reviews-shift-of-neet-exam-to-online-format

### 2026-07-25: Delhi Police Action on NEET Protest Sparks Parliamentary Stalemate

NEET protest at Jantar Mantar met with police force; opposition MPs seek parliamentary debate, prompting session suspensions, while the government tables a 2026 anti‑paper‑leak amendment bill with stiff punish­

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/congress-mp-imran-masood-questions-sonam-wangchuks-end-of-hunger-strike

### 2026-07-25: BSP chief Mayawati urges focus on education reforms amid NEET paper‑leak protests

Mayawati says political fighting over NEET paper leaks threatens education reforms, calls for accountability, minister’s resignation, and notes disruptive protests in Delhi.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bsp-chief-mayawati-urges-focus-on-education-reforms-amid-neet-paperleak-protests

### 2026-07-25: Dharmendra Pradhan Resigns as Education Minister Amid Nationwide Student Protests

Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned after nationwide student protests over a NEET paper leak; the government met CJP’s core demands and the parliament saw a BJP hero welcome versus opposition demands

53 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-neet-exam-protest-escalates-as-minister-blames-opposition-over-100-students-remain-jailed

### 2026-07-24: Bihar NEET protest violence sparks opposition warning of major demo

Bihar's NEET paper‑leak bandh erupted into stone‑pelting, arson and police firing across districts; opposition leaders were detained and warned of a major protest if FIRs against demonstrators aren't withdrawn.

21 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bihar-security-tightened-ahead-of-neet-paper-leak-bandh

### 2026-07-24: Delhi students protest NEET cheating, call for NTA dissolution

Delhi student protests denounce NEET cheating, demand NTA dissolution and the resignation of Education Minister, while influencers turn the Jantar Mantar rally into a viral content hub.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/delhi-students-protest-neet-cheating-call-for-nta-dissolution

### 2026-07-23: India's Jantar Mantar student protests draw Bollywood and opposition support

Students protest at Jantar Mantar over a leaked exam paper, demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation. Salman Khan and Rahul Gandhi voiced support, urging action and solidarity.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-jantar-mantar-student-protests-draw-bollywood-and-opposition-support

### 2026-07-23: Mumbai police driver threatens students with fabricated drug case

Mumbai police driver threatened student protesters with a fake drug case; an inquiry was launched, the driver was removed, and the incident fueled wider NEET paper‑leak protests across India demanding education

17 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mumbai-police-van-detainment-broken-as-passerby-opens-latch-students-flee

### 2026-07-22: India’s Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Resigns Following Massive Student Protests

India’s Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned after massive CJP‑led student protests over NEET paper leaks, with the government conceding compensation, FIR withdrawals and appointing Pralhad Joshi as a

538 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-army-resignation-claim-proven-fake-by-pib-fact-check

### 2026-07-22: Bihar Police Clash with Students During NEET Paper Leak Protests in Patna

Bihar students protested a NEET paper leak in Patna; police used tear gas and force, resulting in injuries, while viral videos showed both a harsh police directive and a humorous student‑police exchange.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bihar-police-clash-with-students-during-neet-paper-leak-protests-in-patna

### 2026-07-22: Sonam Wangchuk ends 26‑day hunger strike after government gives written assurances

Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26‑day hunger strike after the Indian government gave written assurances—no FIRs, compensation for NEET‑leak victims, and promises of exam‑reform discussion—while protests continue.

117 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sonam-wangchuk-warns-antisocial-groups-of-violence-in-peaceful-indian-protests

### 2026-07-21: India Police Crackdown on Student Protest Draws Film Industry Backlash

Delhi police's forceful dispersal of a student rally demanding Education Minister Pradhan's resignation prompted condemnation from Bollywood figures, while Congress leaders, led by Rahul Gandhi, staged a sit‑in

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-police-crackdown-on-student-protest-draws-film-industry-backlash

### 2026-07-21: Priyanka Gandhi urges PM Modi to meet students protesting NEET exam handling

Priyanka Gandhi condemned police handling of Delhi NEET protests, urging PM Modi to meet students and demand Education Minister Pradhan’s resignation, citing systemic exam flaws.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/priyanka-gandhi-urges-pm-modi-to-meet-students-protesting-neet-exam-handling

### 2026-07-21: Delhi Police Launch Investigation into Parliament March Violence

Delhi Police investigate Parliament March clashes that left 118 police and 60 protesters injured, seized 70 demonstrators, and are probing WhatsApp/Telegram groups for a possible conspiracy.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/delhi-police-launch-investigation-into-parliament-march-violence

### 2026-07-20: India's NEET paper‑leak protests spark fast‑track courts and calls for Education Minister's resignation

Mass student protests over NEET paper leaks demand Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation; Modi pledges fast‑track courts, while opposition leaders condemn the government.

212 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fact-check-naseeruddin-shah-was-not-at-delhi-cjp-protest-video-from-mumbai

### 2026-07-20: Abhijeet Dipke Not Arrested, Delhi Police Refute Rumors During Parliament Protest

Delhi police denied rumors that Cockerroach Janata Party founder Abhijeet Dipke was arrested during a July 20 protest demanding education minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/abhijeet-dipke-not-arrested-delhi-police-refute-rumors-during-parliament-protest

### 2026-07-20: CJP protest in Delhi prompts police warnings and brief meeting with JP Nadda

CJP staged a large Delhi protest, prompting police barricades and a call for calm; leaders met JP Nadda, handed a memorandum, and were told the government would discuss their demands.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jp-nadda-meets-cjp-leaders-during-delhi-parliament-march-protests

### 2026-07-20: National Testing Agency Refutes Fake OMR Sheets Amid NEET 2026 Controversy

NTA rejects NEET 2026 OMR fraud claims, saying circulating images are digitally altered, confirms scores are correct, and warns of legal action; students have filed court petitions over alleged score mismatches

16 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-nta-debunks-fake-neet-omr-sheets-warns-of-fraud

### 2026-07-20: Delhi police clash with CJP protesters over NEET exam leak

CJP‑led student protests in Delhi over a NEET‑UG paper leak led to police clashes, ~180 injuries, arrests, high‑security alerts and talks with the government demanding the education minister's resignation.

148 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/delhi-protest-by-cockroach-janata-party-turns-violent-70-detained

### 2026-07-20: Sonam Wangchuk shifted to Medanta Hospital after Delhi High Court order

Delhi High Court ordered climate activist Sonam Wangchuk shifted from Safdarjung to Medanta Hospital; he remains on hunger strike over police action on students.

11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/delhi-high-court-orders-activist-sonam-wangchuks-transfer-to-medanta-hospital-1

### 2026-07-19: Manickam Tagore Leads Massive NEET Exam Protests in Tamil Nadu

Manickam Tagore heads a large protest in Tamil Nadu against NEET, alleging fee hikes, increased student suicides and educational inequality.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/manickam-tagore-leads-massive-neet-exam-protests-in-tamil-nadu

### 2026-07-19: Delhi protest over education reforms forces closure of five metro stations

Hundreds protest at Jantar Mantar over education reforms; Delhi police block march, close five metro stations, and activist Sonam Wangchuk is taken to hospital.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/delhi-protest-over-education-reforms-forces-closure-of-five-metro-stations

### 2026-07-19: Sonam Wangchuk Calls July 20 ‘Second Freedom Movement’ March to Indian Parliament

Sonam Wangchuk, on hunger strike over exam leaks, urged a July 20 “Chalo Sansad” march to Parliament, branding it India’s “second freedom movement” and demanding the education minister’s resignation and exam‑re

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sonam-wangchuk-calls-july-20-second-freedom-movement-march-to-indian-parliament

### 2026-07-19: Santiniketan student protest for Sonam Wangchuk turns violent

Student hunger strike at Visva Bharati in Santiniketan supporting Sonam Wangchuk turned violent when alleged ABVP members attacked demonstrators; police did not intervene and the protest continues.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/santiniketan-student-protest-for-sonam-wangchuk-turns-violent

### 2026-07-18: India's Union Minister Chirag Paswan says opposition exploiting activist Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike

Union Minister Chirag Paswan warned that opposition parties are exploiting Sonam Wangchuk’s hunger strike at Jantar Mantar, citing health concerns and urging dialogue.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-union-minister-chirag-paswan-says-opposition-exploiting-activist-sonam-wangchuks-hunger-strik

### 2026-07-18: Delhi's CJP protest escalates as police block march to Parliament

Thousands of CJP supporters marched from Jantar Mantar toward Parliament, demanding Education Minister Pradhan’s resignation; police blocked the route, imposed Section 163, used lathi‑charges and tear‑gas, and,

125 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/delhis-jantar-mantar-protest-continues-amid-police-dispute

### 2026-07-18: Rahul Gandhi condemns removal of activist Sonam Wangchuk from Delhi's Jantar Mantar

Rahul Gandhi condemned the police removal of activist Sonam Wangchuk from Delhi's Jantar Mantar after a 21‑day hunger strike, calling the government’s actions false and violent and highlighting concerns over le

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rahul-gandhi-condemns-removal-of-activist-sonam-wangchuk-from-delhis-jantar-mantar

### 2026-07-18: Sonam Wangchuk’s hunger strike sparks Nagpur protests demanding resignations of Modi and education minister

Protests backing activist Sonam Wangchuk erupted in Nagpur, demanding PM Modi and Education Minister Dharmendra Prasad resign; Wangchuk continues his hunger strike despite police tear‑gas, prompting concern by

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bollywood-stars-back-sonam-wangchuks-hunger-strike-demanding-education-ministers-resignation

### 2026-07-18: India student protests demand resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan

Student protests across India over exam paper leaks have turned violent, injuring 180 and prompting arrests of opposition leaders, as they demand Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation.

32 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-youth-protests-demand-education-reform-after-exam-leak-scandal

### 2026-07-18: Sonam Wangchuk Hospitalisation Dispute Continues as Delhi High Court Rules Shift to Safdarjung Not Arbitrary

Sonam Wangchuk’s hunger strike over exam paper leaks led to his forced admission to Safdarjung Hospital; the Delhi High Court denied his wife’s plea to move him to Medanta, calling the action non‑arbitrary, and

108 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sonam-wangchuks-wife-seeks-delhi-court-order-to-transfer-him-from-safdarjung-hospital

### 2026-07-18: Hrithik Roshan supports activist Sonam Wangchuk’s NEET exam protest

Bollywood star Hrithik Roshan backed activist Sonam Wangchuk’s hunger strike over alleged NEET exam leaks, calling for Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hrithik-roshan-supports-activist-sonam-wangchuks-neet-exam-protest

### 2026-07-18: India's senior citizen reservation bid and NEET seat updates spark medical admission debate

A 69‑year‑old NEET aspirant sued for senior‑citizen MBBS quota as India releases NEET 2026 seat matrices for Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-senior-citizen-reservation-bid-and-neet-seat-updates-spark-medical-admission-debate

### 2026-07-18: National Testing Agency faces controversy over NEET‑UG 2026 OMR score discrepancies

NEET‑UG 2026 results sparked a scandal as candidates report huge score gaps; NTA warns many OMR complaints involve fake or AI‑generated sheets and threatens legal action, while political leaders criticize the L

27 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-nta-warns-of-aigenerated-fake-neet-omr-sheets

### 2026-07-17: Two fatal incidents in India: girl pushed to death in Ghaziabad, NEET aspirant suicide in Faridabad

A girl was pushed to her death in Ghaziabad and a NEET aspirant died by suicide in Faridabad, prompting police investigations in both Indian cities.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/two-fatal-incidents-in-india-girl-pushed-to-death-in-ghaziabad-neet-aspirant-suicide-in-faridabad

### 2026-07-16: India: AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal urges appointment of Sonam Wangchuk as education minister

Arvind Kejriwal demanded that Prime Minister Modi replace Education Minister Dharmendra Prasad with activist Sonam Wangchuk, who is on a 19‑day hunger strike over exam paper leaks.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-aap-chief-arvind-kejriwal-urges-appointment-of-sonam-wangchuk-as-education-minister

### 2026-07-16: Sonam Wangchuk Hospitalised After 20‑Day Hunger Strike at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar

Activist Sonam Wangchuk was forcibly taken to Safdarjung Hospital after a 20‑day hunger strike demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation; he is stable but under monitoring, and a July 20 Par

148 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sonam-wangchuks-hunger-strike-intensifies-pressure-on-indias-education-minister

### 2026-07-16: Latur coaching owner Shivraj Motegaonkar paid Rs 5 lakh for NEET‑UG chemistry paper, CBI says

CBI says Latur coach Shivraj Motegaonkar paid Rs 5 lakh to a former NTA panelist for NEET‑UG chemistry questions; 111 of 136 handwritten items matched the master paper, leading to bail denial and extended jail‑

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/latur-coach-shivraj-motegaonkar-implicated-in-neet-ug-paper-leak-paid-rs-5-lakh-for-questions

### 2026-07-16: India senior citizens seek 1% NEET quota as politicians call for education minister's removal

A senior‑citizen petition seeks a 1 % NEET quota, while a former Delhi chief minister calls for the education minister’s removal and Sonam Wangchuk’s appointment amid exam‑leak controversies.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-senior-citizens-seek-1-neet-quota-as-politicians-call-for-education-ministers-removal

### 2026-07-13: India's NEET UG 2026 retest OMR sheets released; challenges due July 15

NTA posted NEET UG 2026 re‑exam OMR sheets; candidates have until 15 July to file challenges. Supreme Court dismissed a PIL against the retest.

14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-nta-releases-scanned-omr-sheets-for-neet-reexam-objections-open-until-july-15

### 2026-07-13: Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike prompts health monitoring and nationwide calls to end fast

Sonam Wangchuk’s hunger strike over exam‑paper leaks has led to severe health loss, a Delhi High Court order for daily checks, and widespread political and celebrity appeals for him to end the fast, while he’s

74 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sonam-wangchuks-delhi-hunger-strike-intensifies-amid-health-concerns

### 2026-07-12: Supreme Court PIL Calls for Tougher Action on Paper Leak Cases in India

A Supreme Court PIL seeks stricter investigation, asset seizure and continuous penalties for paper‑leak crimes, citing widespread student harm and gaps in the 2024 anti‑leak law.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/supreme-court-pil-calls-for-tougher-action-on-paper-leak-cases-in-india

### 2026-07-11: Sonam Wangchuk's health worsens during 15‑day hunger strike at Delhi's Jantar Mantar

Sonam Wangchuk's health declines as his 15‑day hunger strike at Delhi's Jantar Mantar continues; the CJP demands Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, ₹1 crore compensation for affected families,

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sonam-wangchuk-calls-for-citizen-action-during-jantar-mantar-hunger-strike

### 2026-07-11: NEET Paper Leak Probe Extends Custody of 13 Accused Amid Student Protests

India’s CBI extended the custody of 13 arrested suspects in the NEET 2026 paper leak to July 24, as student protests swell and a report flags many ministers’ children studying abroad.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/neet-paper-leak-probe-extends-custody-of-13-accused-amid-student-protests

### 2026-07-11: India's NTA prepares to release answer keys for Re-NEET and UGC NET 2026 exams

NTA is set to release final answer keys for India's Re‑NEET 2026 and provisional keys for UGC NET 2026, enabling candidates to check OMR sheets and submit objections before results are declared.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-nta-prepares-to-release-answer-keys-for-re-neet-and-ugc-net-2026-exams

### 2026-07-11: India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Faces Resignation Calls Over Paper Leaks

India's Youth Congress President Uday Bhanu Chib demanded Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resign, accusing him of running a paper‑leak mafia and urging an exam system overhaul.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-education-minister-dharmendra-pradhan-faces-resignation-calls-over-paper-leaks

### 2026-07-10: NBEMS publishes NEET PG 2026 eligibility rules and DNB seat allotment results

NBEMS announced NEET PG 2026 eligibility rules for Indian and foreign graduates and published the Round 1 seat allotment results for the 2026 Post‑Diploma DNB admissions.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nbems-publishes-neet-pg-2026-eligibility-rules-and-dnb-seat-allotment-results

### 2026-07-08: Shivraj Motegaonkar seeks bail in NEET UG paper leak case

Shivraj Motegaonkar, head of a Latur coaching institute, filed a bail plea in the Rouse Avenue court over the NEET UG 2026 paper leak; the court has summoned the CBI and set a July 15 hearing.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/shivraj-motegaonkar-seeks-bail-in-neet-ug-paper-leak-case

### 2026-07-08: India's exam agencies embroiled in UGC‑NET paper leak and NEET impersonation scandals

India faces dual exam scandals: a leaked UGC‑NET sociology paper allegedly sold for Rs 2.25 lakh and a NEET impersonation ring leading to 30 arrests, prompting investigations into exam security.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-ugcnet-sociology-exam-hit-by-leak-allegations-and-paper-errors

### 2026-07-06: India's NEET-UG exam to be held at 1,000 centers after paper leak

India's NEET‑UG will be computer‑based at 1,000 centers after a paper leak, with results due July 20 and counselling to follow.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-neet-ug-exam-to-be-held-at-1000-centers-after-paper-leak

### 2026-07-06: India's NTA Sets July 7 Deadline for NEET 2026 Fee Refund Bank Detail Updates

NTA says NEET UG 2026 fee refunds require bank detail updates by 7 July 2026; only 8.3 lakh of 22 lakh candidates have complied, causing refund delays for many.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-nta-urges-neet-ug-2026-candidates-to-update-bank-details-amid-refund-delays

### 2026-07-04: India's CBI arrests railway officials over exam paper leak and tender bribery

India's CBI arrested railway officials in separate probes into a recruitment exam paper leak and a tender bribery scheme, seizing equipment, documents and cash.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-cbi-arrests-railway-officials-over-exam-paper-leak-and-tender-bribery

### 2026-07-04: India directs Telegram to curb piracy, 15‑day compliance deadline

India orders Telegram to stop pirated film/OTT sharing and file a compliance report within 15 days, after a temporary ban tied to the NEET‑UG exam; related notices were sent to Meta and Signal.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-directs-telegram-to-curb-piracy-15day-compliance-deadline

### 2026-07-04: Cockroach Janata Party protests at Delhi's Jantar Mantar demand Education Minister's resignation

The Cockroach Janata Party has occupied Delhi’s Jantar Mantar since June 20, demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation over alleged NEET exam fraud, with hunger strikes and accusations of a‑

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-cockroach-janta-party-protests-pressure-education-minister-dharmendra-pradhan

### 2026-07-02: Sonam Wangchuk's Hunger Strike at Jantar Mantar Demands Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation

Sonam Wangchuk's 8‑day hunger strike at Jantar Mantar, losing 6 kg, urges Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over exam paper‑leak allegations.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-education-minister-dharmendra-pradhan-under-hungerstrike-pressure-over-neet-exam-leak

### 2026-07-02: India NEET 2026 exam dates, re‑exam results and counselling timeline

India's NEET UG re‑exam results are due 20 July, with OMR sheet and answer key released earlier; NEET‑PG is scheduled for 30 August with a new 180‑question format.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-neetpg-2026-exam-set-for-aug-30-with-new-registration-rules

### 2026-07-01: Maharashtra TET paper leak probe leads to seven arrests across multiple states

Seven suspects have been arrested in the Maharashtra TET paper leak case; mastermind Bijendra Gupta is still at large. Raids spanned several states, the exam was cancelled, and youth Congress protests demand an

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maharashtra-tet-paper-leak-prompts-protests-and-crossstate-investigation

### 2026-06-30: India's Parliamentary Committee to Review NTA Reforms and NEET‑UG Re‑examination

India's education committee meets on 1 July to review NEET‑UG re‑exam lessons, propose NTA reforms, and explore indigenous AI use, chaired by Mukul Vasanik.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-parliamentary-committee-to-review-nta-reforms-and-neetug-reexamination

### 2026-06-30: NEET UG 2026 Re‑Exam Results Awaited as NTA Begins OMR Evaluation Amid 10,000 Objections

NTA begins evaluating NEET‑UG 2026 re‑exam answer sheets after receiving over 10,000 objections to the provisional key; results pending for more than two million candidates.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/neet-ug-2026-reexam-results-awaited-as-nta-begins-omr-evaluation-amid-10000-objections

### 2026-06-30: Kerala Assembly Calls for Nationwide NEET Exam Reform

Kerala Assembly passed a resolution demanding comprehensive reform of NEET and other national exams, citing leaks, technical failures and student suicides; the BJP’s amendment was rejected.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kerala-assembly-calls-for-nationwide-neet-exam-reform

### 2026-06-30: India's NEET 2026 Re‑Exam Results Expected as Parliament Reviews NTA Reforms

India's NEET‑UG 2026 re‑exam held on 21 June; results expected early July after over 10 k objections. Parliament reviews NTA reforms, proposes statutory status and phased exams.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-nta-to-announce-neet-reexam-2026-results-amid-parliamentary-review

### 2026-06-29: Maharashtra Introduces Biometric Attendance, Kerala Calls for NEET Overhaul

Maharashtra will use biometric attendance to stop dummy schooling, while Kerala's assembly urges sweeping reforms of NEET amid exam irregularities.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maharashtra-introduces-biometric-attendance-kerala-calls-for-neet-overhaul

### 2026-06-29: Delhi Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Targeted by Jantar Mantar Protest

Thousands protest at Jantar Mantar, demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation over exam paper leaks; ASM backs the sit‑in and Sonam Wangchuk begins a hunger strike.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/delhi-education-minister-dharmendra-pradhan-targeted-by-jantar-mantar-protest

### 2026-06-28: Bihar Resident Identified as Mastermind in Maharashtra TET 2026 Paper Leak

Maharashtra TET 2026 exam was postponed after a paper leak; three suspects arrested and Bihar resident Bijender Gupta identified as the mastermind, prompting a statewide SIT probe and political protests.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bihar-resident-identified-as-mastermind-in-maharashtra-tet-2026-paper-leak

### 2026-06-28: Sonam Wangchuk launches hunger strike in Delhi demanding education minister’s resignation

Sonam Wangchuk began an indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar on 28 June, joining the CJP protest demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation over alleged exam irregularities, amid claims

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sonam-wangchuk-begins-hunger-strike-at-delhis-jantar-mantar-over-exam-irregularities

### 2026-06-28: Bijendra Gupta identified as mastermind in Maharashtra TET paper leak

Police arrested three suspects in the Maharashtra TET paper leak, uncovering a 1.5 crore sale plan and linking the scheme to a network across several states. Bijendra Gupta of Bihar is now identified as the r​e

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bijendra-gupta-identified-as-mastermind-in-maharashtra-tet-paper-leak

### 2026-06-27: Maharashtra TET paper leak sparks protest at Jantar Mantar

A leak of Maharashtra’s TET 2026 exam papers led to the test’s cancellation, arrests and a protest led by Abhijeet Deepak and Sonam Wangchuk at Jantar Mantar demanding education minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s re

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maharashtra-tet-paper-leak-sparks-protest-at-jantar-mantar

### 2026-06-26: National Testing Agency to Release NEET UG 2026 Re‑Exam Result and OMR Sheets

India's NTA plans to announce NEET UG 2026 re‑exam results in early July, after a provisional answer‑key challenge (June 25‑28) and pending release of scanned OMR sheets.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/national-testing-agency-to-release-neet-ug-2026-reexam-result-and-omr-sheets

### 2026-06-26: India's National Testing Agency opens NEET 2026 re‑exam answer‑key challenge period

NTA released the NEET UG 2026 re‑exam answer key; candidates can file objections with a ₹200 fee until 28 June, with refunds if accepted, amid a CBI probe into exam irregularities.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-national-testing-agency-opens-neet-2026-reexam-answerkey-challenge-period

### 2026-06-26: India's CBSE clarifies three‑language policy, letting current students keep foreign languages

CBSE says current class 7‑9 students can keep foreign languages; new three‑language rule applies only to new class 6 entrants, with skill‑module proposals underway.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-cbse-clarifies-threelanguage-policy-letting-current-students-keep-foreign-languages

### 2026-06-25: India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan urged to quit over exam paper leaks

Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Pritam Singh demand Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resign over NEET 2026 paper leaks that have sparked student suicides and nationwide protests.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-education-minister-dharmendra-pradhan-urged-to-quit-over-exam-paper-leaks

### 2026-06-25: Indian Congress launches nationwide campaign over NEET exam flaws

Congress leader Gaurav Gogooi attacked the government over alleged NEET exam leaks, launching a 40‑day “Students’ Echo” campaign across 28 cities demanding accountability, an inquiry and the education ministerʼ

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indian-congress-launches-nationwide-campaign-over-neet-exam-flaws

### 2026-06-24: India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Faces Student Protest Over Paper Leaks

Students protested at Delhi's Jantar Mantar demanding education minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation over paper‑leak scandals; AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal condemned his remarks as arrogant.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-education-minister-dharmendra-pradhan-faces-student-protest-over-paper-leaks

### 2026-06-24: NEET UG 2026 Re-exam Answer Key Released, Objection Window Open

NTA released the provisional answer key for the NEET UG 2026 re‑exam, opening a June 25‑28 objection window (₹200 per question, refundable if accepted) for over 20 lakh candidates; security and refund details,

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-neet-ug-2026-provisional-answer-key-released-after-reexam

### 2026-06-24: India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan faces calls for resignation amid NEET paper leak protests

Congress and opposition have started a 40‑day “Chhatron Ki Goonj” campaign demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resign after multiple NEET paper leaks, alleged student suicides and calls for an exam‑

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-congress-launches-nationwide-student-protest-campaign-over-neet-leak

### 2026-06-23: Devina Gehlot Tops CUET 2026, Highlights Discipline Over Cramming

Devina Gehlot, daughter of BJP MLA Kailash Gehlot, secured All India Rank 1 in CUET 2026, crediting disciplined daily study, family support, and aims to study English honours.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/devina-gehlot-tops-cuet-2026-highlights-discipline-over-cramming

### 2026-06-23: India students protest NEET exam leak, call for Education Minister's resignation

Students across India protest the NEET paper leak, demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation; Congress launches a nationwide “Chhatron Ki Goonj” campaign on the issue.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-students-protest-neet-exam-leak-call-for-education-ministers-resignation

### 2026-06-23: Cockroach Janta Party protests demand resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over NEET leak

CJP's Jantar Mantar sit‑in demands Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation over NEET‑UG leak, features a diaper drive, library, and a MeitY hearing on its suspended X account.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cockroach-janta-partys-delhi-sitin-protests-demand-education-minister-pradhans-resignation

### 2026-06-23: India lifts Telegram ban ahead of NEET exam, editing feature stays disabled

India ended its week‑long Telegram ban imposed before the NEET‑UG re‑exam; the app is now available but its message‑editing feature stays disabled until June 30.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-lifts-telegram-ban-ahead-of-neet-exam-editing-feature-stays-disabled

### 2026-06-23: India conducts massive NEET exam retake for over 2 million candidates

Over 2 million Indian students retook the NEET medical entrance exam under strict security after a leak scandal, prompting a government probe and temporary Telegram ban.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-conducts-massive-neet-exam-retake-for-over-2-million-candidates

### 2026-06-23: CJP protest at Jantar Mantar, Delhi continues into fifth day

CJP’s sit‑in at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar enters a fifth day as leader Abhijit Deepak challenges the education minister’s “terrorist” label, alleges social‑media blocks, and demands justice for student suicides.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cjp-protest-at-jantar-mantar-delhi-continues-into-fifth-day

### 2026-06-23: India NEET 2026 cheating scandal prompts arrests and calls for exam reform

Bihar police arrested 30 people in a NEET 2026 cheating racket involving biometric fraud, sparking calls for exam reforms and broader education system changes in India.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-neet-2026-cheating-scandal-prompts-arrests-and-calls-for-exam-reform

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Cite as: Exam fraud protests, minister resignation, Jharkhand sit-in. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/india-releases-admit-cards-for-multiple-national-and-state-examinations-in-may-2026