The Ministry of Education has announced the ninth edition of the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) rankings for 2024. IIT-Madras has been named the top institute in engineering and overall categories, followed by IISc Bengaluru for top university. Three new categories have been introduced this year, and the faculty-to-student ratio criteria has been modified. IIT Delhi and IIT Bombay have also secured top positions in multiple categories.
Congress MP and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi attacked the government during his speech in the Lok Sabha, specifically targeting the NEET-UG exam. He claimed that the exam is designed to benefit wealthy students rather than meritorious ones, and cited examples of students who have shared similar sentiments. This comes amidst the ongoing investigation into NEET paper leaks and irregularities, with six arrests made so far. However, the Education Ministry has now called for CBI intervention in the case.
Taking his oath as a member of the 18th Lok Sabha, Independent MP from Bihar's Purnea, Pappu Yadav, donned a t-shirt with the words 'Re-NEET' on it and demanded the re-conduction of the medical entrance exam and special status for Bihar. This comes amidst intense criticism faced by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for alleged irregularities in NEET-UG exams, resulting in demands for disbanding the NTA across the country. In response to this, the Ministry of Education has constituted a high-level committee of experts, led by ISRO former chairman Dr. K. Radhakrishnan, to make recommendations on reforms in the exam process and the functioning of the NTA.
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The Central Bureau of Investigation has registered a case against unidentified persons on a complaint received from the Ministry of Education regarding the leaked UGC NET 2024 exam conducted by National Testing Agency. The University Grants Commission has also received inputs from the National Cyber Crime Threat Analytics Unit of I4C indicating the possible compromise of the exam's integrity. A fresh exam will be conducted and the case has been handed over to the CBI for investigation.
The Central Bureau of Investigation has launched an inquiry after the Ministry of Education raised concerns about the integrity of the University Grants Commission-National Eligibility Test (UGC-NET) 2024. This comes in the wake of the National Cyber Crime Coordination Centre's report that suggests possible compromises in the exam's conduct. Late on Wednesday, the Education Ministry announced the cancellation of the exam, which happens twice a year to determine eligibility for academic positions and admissions. This incident adds to the recent controversy surrounding irregularities in the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) and raises questions about the ethical conduct of higher education entrance exams.
The cancellation of UGC-NET exams has sparked nationwide protests, with students and opposition parties accusing the National Testing Agency and the Narendra Modi government of destroying the future of students. In Delhi, scores of students protesting outside the Ministry of Education and the Education Minister's residence were detained. The students demanded the resignation of the Education Minister and a thorough investigation into the matter. The government has announced a fresh examination and handed the case over to the CBI, while the opposition parties have launched an attack on the government for the leaked papers, stating that educational institutions have been captured by the ruling party and its parent organization.
Anurag Yadav, a NEET candidate arrested for result irregularities, has confessed to receiving a leaked question paper that matched the actual exam paper. He stated that his uncle, a government official, assured him that all arrangements were taken care of. The Ministry of Education has requested a report from the Bihar Police's Economic Offences Unit and has vowed to take strict action against those involved in the alleged irregularities. This revelation has sparked protests and petitions, highlighting the need for maintaining the integrity of exams and protecting students' interests.
The Directorate of Government Examinations (DGE) will release the hall ticket for Tamil Nadu HSE Supplementary Exams today. Students who have failed in one or more subjects and applied for the exam can download the hall ticket from the official website. The exam will be conducted for three hours from 10:15 am, and students must reach the exam hall 15 minutes earlier. Additionally, the Ministry of Education has announced the cancellation of the UGC-NET examination due to alleged irregularities in this year's National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test.
In a surprising and impactful decision, the Ministry of Education has announced the cancellation of the UGC-NET June 2024 Exam due to concerns raised by the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre. This decision comes after inputs were received indicating potential integrity issues. The Ministry has stated that a fresh examination will be conducted and the matter will be investigated by the CBI. Stay updated with the latest news by joining our WhatsApp group.