Accountability topic
Exams, paper leaks, recruitment, vacancies, results and access to education and public jobs.
The All India Students' Association (AISA) held a victory march at Delhi University's Arts Faculty. Speaking to Spot On, an AISA representative highlighted the impact of student protests on political accountability and discussed the group's involvement in ongoing protests in Jharkhand.
AISA President Neha Bora had a sharp question for ABVP: “When students were on the streets fighting this battle, where was ABVP?” She made the remark while addressing students during AISA’s Victory March, organised to celebrate the resignation of former Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
A Spot On journalist confronted Madhya Pradesh BJP MLA Gopal Bhargava over a video showing schoolgirls wading through a river, leading to an angry exchange over delayed bridge construction and media motives.
Speaking at a demonstration in Delhi, retired principal Sharda Dixit proposed the 'Jan Shiksha Niti 2026' as a secular, scientific, and democratic alternative to India's National Education Policy.
In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India has clarified that state governments hold the authority to withdraw or close FIRs registered against student protesters.
During a parliamentary session, Hon'ble Chairman Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan requested the Parliamentary Affairs Minister, Kiren Rijiju, to convey the opposition's sentiments and request for Home Minister Amit Shah to attend the House.
A video by Spot On discusses new public posters in Mumbai and Nashik that portray Gen Z as supporting both students and the Prime Minister. The creator criticizes the campaign for shifting blame onto students' values following protests over examinations.
A parliamentary disclosure revealed that over Rs 20 crore in scholarships for Scheduled Tribe (ST) students for the 2024-25 academic year remains unpaid. The delay has affected more than 2,500 students across various institutions, with the government attributing the unpaid funds to non-compliance with Public Financial Management System (PFMS) and EAT guidelines by colleges and universities.
The Delhi government announced a free one-year residential coaching scholarship for JEE and NEET aspirants. The program has raised questions regarding why the government is funding and promoting private coaching culture, given previous concerns about academic pressure and the role of public schooling.
Social media influencer Faizan Ansari filed a written complaint with the Delhi Police alleging that Abhijeet Dipke paid celebrities, including Uorfi Javed and Poonam Pandey, to support a CJP student protest. Ansari claimed his allegations were based on verbal statements from sources.
Abhijeet Dipke has responded to an RTI inquiry questioning the funding of his education at Boston University. Sharing his scholarship admission letter, Dipke stated he is ready to present his education loan documents and questioned if political leaders would similarly show their degrees.
Actor Bhumi Pednekar criticized the use of abusive language by youth during protests, specifically addressing remarks directed at PM Modi, amid ongoing demonstrations surrounding the NEET paper leak case.
At Charak Chauraha in Lucknow, a school van was allegedly attacked with stones by people dressed as Kanwariyas, after which the accused fled the scene while hurling abuses. People present at the spot chased the accused and also recorded a video of them. Witnesses said, “We are Hindus too, and this was done deliberately
Students in Jharkhand are protesting alleged recruitment scams in the JPSC and JSSC, demanding that the exams be scrapped and investigated by the CBI and ED. Led by student leader Devendra Nath Mahto, who is on an indefinite hunger strike, protestors allege irregularities such as opaque cut-offs and questioned OMR checks.
A speculative news video set in August 2026 reports that Prashant Kishor defeated the BJP in Bihar's Bankipur by-election, ending the party's 30-year hold on the seat. The video also claims the BJP lost the Datia seat in Madhya Pradesh to the Congress party, framing the results as a reaction to youth protests at Jantar Mantar.
Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi accused Indian Home Minister Amit Shah of responsibility for police actions and pellet gun use against protesting students, arguing that Shah is either culpable or incompetent and must resign.
After months of being questioned over his silence on the NEET paper leak, Raghav Chadha finally responded in the Rajya Sabha. If you’re on the solution side now... show us one.
Even as the Centre has tightened anti-paper leak laws after the NEET-UG controversy, Odisha is investigating a fresh alleged paper leak during a postgraduate medical entrance examination. The Odisha University of Health Sciences (OUHS) has ordered an internal inquiry after photographs of the General Surgery theory pape
Even after the Jantar Mantar protest ended, several social media accounts continue identifying participants, sharing photos and profiles, and seeking information about them. Critics say such campaigns target students, activists and women, creating fear around exercising democratic rights and public dissent.
A major protest against the NEET paper leak turned violent in Bahadurganj, Bihar’s Kishanganj district, on July 25. Several people were injured in clashes between protesters and police. Authorities detained 22 people and registered FIRs against 46 named individuals. Now, some of those named in the FIR claim they were n
Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi, during his speech in the Lok Sabha, referred to a conversation he had with a student. He said the student told him that an “andhbhakt” is someone who blindly believes the other person is never wrong and treats them like a god. In response, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Riji
The Lok Sabha has passed the Anti-Paper Leak Bill, introducing tougher penalties for those involved in examination paper leaks and organised exam fraud. The legislation provides for stricter punishments, including up to 10 years’ imprisonment for certain offences, and higher fines. The Bill was passed after a heated de
The first fast-track court hearing in the NEET paper leak case was adjourned on July 27 because the CBI did not field a prosecutor, days after fast-track courts were promised.
Rahul Gandhi accused Home Minister Amit Shah of ordering security forces to "shoot students" during the recent student protests, while speaking in the Lok Sabha today. The Centre rejected the allegation, saying no bullets were fired and only tear gas was used. Parts of Rahul Gandhi's remarks were later expunged from th
LOP Rahul Gandhi raised several issues in the Lok Sabha today, including allegations of police action against students during the protests, the use of pellet guns, and claims that the Education Ministry is under RSS influence. His speech triggered a heated uproar in the House. Rahul Gandhi also questioned the absence o
In an exclusive conversation with Spot On, Rajya Sabha MP Mansoor Ali Khan strongly condemned the remarks of former BJP Intellectual Cell head TG Mohandas over his controversial remarks on student protesters, calling them "totally unacceptable" in a democracy. He demanded Mohandas' immediate arrest and urged Union Home
BJP MPs, along with former AAP MP and now BJP MP Swati Maliwal, accused the Punjab government of being responsible for six major paper leak cases over the past five years. They demanded the resignation of Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains and questioned Arvind Kejriwal’s silence on the issue. Meanwhile, Punj
On July 23, PM Modi released a video addressing students, saying that fast-track courts would be set up to ensure strict punishment for those responsible for paper leaks. Meta removed the video from Facebook, but restored it a short while later. The removal triggered widespread outrage, with many users expressing anger
Following late-night talks between CJP representatives and government officials, the Bihar government formally announced the withdrawal of cases linked to the paper leak protests and ordered the release of arrested protesters. Assam also issued a similar notification. CJP spokespersons said the Centre and other NDA-rul
SP chief Akhilesh Yadav targeted the government in the Lok Sabha over the NEET paper leak and the student protests. He compared the treatment of students to the Emergency era, saying that just as the Emergency led to political change, he believes the student movement will also bring about political change.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav launched a sharp attack on the government in the Lok Sabha, raising a range of issues including Rampur’s Jauhar University and the crackdown on students. He also raised the issue of the alleged irregularities in Uttar Pradesh’s 69,000 teacher recruitment process, accusing the govern
The newest voices of protest are not on university campuses. Students of an inter college in Fatehpur are demanding what every classroom needs: basic facilities.
Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Tuesday targeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Home Minister in the Lok Sabha over the alleged assault on students. She asked under whose orders the students were subjected to such brutal violence. Priyanka also shared in Parliament her conversation with the mother of a studen
In an exclusive conversation with Spot On, Congress Rajya Sabha MP and educationist Mansoor Ali Khan accused the Centre of avoiding a discussion on the examination row, despite the Opposition seeking a debate in Parliament. He said Congress supports transparent exam reforms and claimed the ongoing deadlock was caused b
In an exclusive conversation with Spot On, Congress Rajya Sabha MP and educationist Mansoor Ali Khan launched a sharp attack on the Centre's handling of the NEET paper leak controversy, saying the government failed students and should have acted much sooner. He argued that the Education Minister should have resigned ea
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has formed a six-member task force to recommend reforms for India's examinations, with IIT Madras Director V. Kamakoti among its members.
Climate activist Greta Thunberg joined a solidarity protest in London, backing Indian students protesting over the alleged paper leak and the police crackdown. Calling their movement “inspiring,” she said the students had made people around the world proud.
Students celebrated Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation and Prahlad Joshi became Education Minister. His past defence of the Bilkis Bano convicts’ release has left many questioning what really changed.
Two youths were detained in Panaji after expressing support for jailed activist Umar Khalid during a gathering linked to the student protest movement. A First Information Report (FIR) would be registered against them, the police official added. Meanwhile, Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) leaders protested outside th
In July 26, while addressing students at the National Law Institute University (NLIU), Bhopal, Supreme Court Justice Ujjal Bhuyan made candid remarks on a range of issues, including the functioning of courts, the judiciary, judicial accountability, criticism of judgments, protests, dissent, and the judiciary’s approach
India’s open drains are becoming death traps. In January, 27-year-old software engineer Yuvraj Mehta died after his car plunged into a water-filled pit in Noida. Six months later, 20-year-old US student and national-level basketball player Yashvendra Singh lost his life after a car crashed into an open drain in Delhi’s
India’s open drains are becoming death traps. In January, 27-year-old software engineer Yuvraj Mehta died after his car plunged into a water-filled pit in Noida. Six months later, 20-year-old US student and national-level basketball player Yashvendra Singh lost his life after a car crashed into an open drain in Delhi’s
RSS ideologue from Kerala and BJP leader TG Mohandas made several controversial and objectionable remarks about the Jantar Mantar student movement and the women who participated in it during an appearance on a YouTube channel. This is not the first time he has courted controversy. He has previously faced criticism over
Rahul Gandhi released a video congratulating students on Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. He praised every young person who stood firmly on the streets to defend democracy, the Constitution, and their future. He also reminded the government that two key student demands still remain unfulfilled.
This is a fight for the nation’s development. Dear students, do not litter. Help with waste management. Let us show the country what it means to be peaceful, responsible protesters!
Five students returning from Jantar Mantar to Jamia were detained by Delhi Police. Social activist Zeba Khan and journalist Afazal Aalam later secured their release.
Former Union Minister and one of the founding members of the BJP, Dr. Murli Manohar Joshi, has publicly spoken for the first time about the ongoing student protests in Delhi. The situation appears so serious that one of the founding members of the world’s largest political party has felt compelled to hold the governmen
At a solidarity gathering in Oxford, members of The Indian Workers' Association, UK, came together to support the CJP protest in India, calling for accountability, transparency, and justice in the education system. From thousands of miles away, they reaffirmed that distance does not diminish responsibility, and that th
Students at Jantar Mantar are masking up, but not because of pollution. Delhi Police has deployed AI-powered facial recognition vans and 360-degree cameras to monitor the protest. Police say the technology is only used to identify wanted criminals. But as students cover their faces, a bigger question emerges: Where doe
Arvind Kejriwal argued that students are demanding accountability and systemic reforms, not just quicker trials after the damage has already been done.
Paper leak is just an excuse.” That’s what BJP MP Nishikant Dubey said.
The anti-corruption crusader has begun a silent protest in support of students agitating in Delhi, urging the government to choose dialogue over confrontation. From leading one of India's biggest public movements to standing with a new generation of protesters, Hazare says their voices deserve to be heard.
Former Delhi MLA from Greater Kailash Saurabh Bhardwaj shared a video showing how supporters of the student-led CJP PROTEST in Delhi found their WhatsApp accounts suddenly suspended while sharing updates about their peaceful demonstrations. Meta/WhatsApp issued a clarification claiming the account was restricted "by mi
Spot On found the Jantar Mantar's latest invention: PM/Education minister = "Kuchu Puchu"😭
Spot On spoke to Abhinay Sharma, mathematics educator and founder of Abhinay Maths, who has been actively supporting the CJP movement and raising students' issues. He was also recently seen at the Congress' 'Chhatro Ki Goonj' programme in Dehradun.
Spot On spoke to AAP leader, former Delhi Health Minister and party spokesperson Saurabh Bharadwaj, who claimed the Congress was absent from the students' protest at Jantar Mantar, despite Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi subsequently holding a press conference, leading a march towards the Prime Minister's residence w
Rajya Sabha MP John Brittas joined the CJP protest at Jantar Mantar, expressing solidarity with students and calling it a fight to protect the future of India’s youth.
Rahul Gandhi held a press conference to raise concerns over the alleged police brutality against students and urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to set aside political differences and address their demands. He appealed to the government to fulfil the students' three key demands, including accountability for the police
Rahul Gandhi used the press conference to present the students' demands before the government and said, "As Leader of the Opposition, my job is to express the will of India's people. This is the job I am supposed to do." He also said that the Opposition fully supports the students' demands and stands with them 100 perc
Actor Ayesha Khan, known for her role in Dhurandhar, was detained by Mumbai Police while standing in solidarity with students protesting under the CJP movement. As she questioned why she was being taken away, the Mumbai police went ahead without answering. If peaceful protesters can be detained for demanding accountabi
After demands for Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation and the reported lathi-charge on students in Delhi, Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi staged a protest outside the Prime Minister's residence yesterday. He was subsequently detained and taken to Chhatrasal Stadium in Delhi. From there, Gandhi iss
When you open Rahul Gandhi's latest X post on the CJP protest, the first thing you see is a "Graphic Content" warning. The post, in which he criticises the Modi government over alleged paper leaks and shares visuals from the protest, has been labelled by X as containing graphic content. The warning appears before users
Marathon runner Shailesh Kumar has highlighted the lack of basic infrastructure for students with disabilities in Bihar's government schools, leaving many unable to access education.
Climate activist and education reformer Sonam Wangchuk has been taken away from the Jantar Mantar protest site by Delhi Police. Police personnel in civilian clothes arrived at the site and reportedly moved Wangchuk to VMMC and Safdarjung Hospital for medical care. Wangchuk had been on a hunger strike for 21 days, with
The proposed Google–Adani data centre project in Tarluvada has sparked fresh controversy after police detained CPM leaders B. Ganga Rao and R.S.N. Murthy while they were on their way to meet affected farmers. The farmers, who have raised concerns about land acquisition and their future livelihoods, later gathered outsi
According to UNESCO's 2019 State of the Education Report for India: Children with Disabilities, based on the 2011 Census, India has 78.6 lakh children with disabilities, making up 1.7% of the country's child population. Yet, three-fourths of children with disabilities below the age of five and one-fourth of those aged
Today's biggest threat to a medical college isn't expired spices. It's non-veg. After Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel flagged hygiene issues during an inspection, King George's Medical University (KGMU) in Lucknow banned cooking non-veg in all hostel messes. Supporters say meat needs stricter handling and the mo