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Business Standard
3 days ago
- Politics
- Business Standard
Hold NEET-PG exam in single shift instead of two: Supreme Court to NBE
According to a LiveLaw report, the court in its ruling said that conducting the exam in two shifts creates arbitrariness, adding that NBE should make arrangements to hold it in a single shift Swati Gandhi New Delhi The Supreme Court (SC) on Friday ordered the National Board of Examination (NBE) to conduct the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test-Post Graduate (NEET-PG) 2025 exam in one shift, instead of two shifts. According to a LiveLaw report, the SC in its ruling said that conducting the exam in two shifts creates "arbitrariness", adding that NBE should make necessary arrangements to hold the exam in a single shift and to ensure transparency. The court in its order stated, "Holding examination in two shifts creates arbitrariness and also does not keep all the candidates at the same level. Any two question papers can ever be said to be of an identical level of difficulty or ease. There has to be a variation." The court rejected the argument made by NBE that there are not enough centres to hold the exam in a single shift. The apex court ruled, "The exam is to be held all over the country, not just in one city. We are not ready to accept that in the entire country, and considering the technological advancements in this country, the examining body could not find enough centres to hold the examination in one shift." When questioned why the exam for NEET-PG has to be conducted in two shifts, when the same is not the case for NEET-UG, which has more applicants, NBE stated, "The exam is held online. In 2024, NEET UG had to be cancelled due to malpractice. For the online exam, there are limited centres. All important examinations in which a large number of candidates appear are held like this." Petitioners' counsel argued in the court that the double-shift exam gives priority to "luck" over "merit". It further claimed that conducting the exam in two shifts violates the rights of the candidates under Article 14 of the Constitution. The plea also referred to the 2024 NEET-PG exam, which was conducted in two shifts and resulted in a case before the apex court.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Time of India
NEET aspirant's suicide: KotaPolice file FIR as per SC order
1 2 Kota: City police Tuesday registered an FIR for abetment of suicide following the death of an 18-year-old NEET aspirant from Jammu & Kashmir on Sunday. The action comes days after the Supreme Court rapped the state govt, especially the Kota police, for their failure to register FIRs in student suicide cases. Zeeshan Jahan, a resident of Anantnag, was found hanging from the ceiling fan in her rented accommodation under Mahaveer Nagar police station Sunday evening. Circle Inspector Ramesh Kavia confirmed Tuesday that the FIR has been registered in the matter under Section 108 of BNS against some identified as well as unidentified persons. "According to police officials, Jahan was on a phone call with her relative Burhan when she took the extreme step. During the conversation, she hinted at her intentions, prompting Burhan to alert his acquaintance, Mamta, another student who lived in the same building," said CI Kavia. "Mamta rushed to Zeeshan's room, found the door locked from inside, so called for help," the police officer said. Nearby people then broke open the door with a grinder obtained from a carpenter working in an adjacent building and took Zeeshan to the hospital, where doctors declared her dead. "No suicide note was recovered from the scene," said CI Kavia. "We are examining all possible angles, including her relationship with Burhan, but conclusions will only be drawn after a thorough investigation," the police officer added. Family members, who reached Kota Tuesday morning, said that Jahan had been battling stress and depression, for which she was receiving medical treatment. Jahan, who had previously studied in Kota for the NEET-UG exam, had returned to the city last month. Unlike her previous stint, she had opted for self-study rather than enrolling in any coaching institute. The police have handed over the body to the family following post-mortem examination and investigations are ongoing. Zeeshan's suicide marks 15th such case by a student in Kota since January and the second this month. Earlier in May, another girl from Madhya Pradesh, also a NEET aspirant, died by suicide under Kunhadi police station a day before the NEET-UG exam on May 3.
The Hindu
5 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Letters to The Editor — May 28, 2025
NEET-UG and hardship The hardship and the trauma that many candidates faced during the conduct of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (UG) 2025, mainly because of power breakdowns, needs to be highlighted. It is appalling that they have not been adequately compensated despite many an appeal. That many examination centres did not provide a backup source of power is deeply disturbing. The utter negligence and lack of seriousness on the part of the officials concerned is nothing short of an offence. One waits to see what happens after the Madras High Court directed the NTA to investigate this and respond by June 2. N. Visveswaran, Chennai Tourism development The Prime Minister's suggestion that every State should develop at least one tourist spot that is on a par with international standards is most welcome. It will lead to development and to unity amidst diversity. However, it should not be forgotten that there must be cultural diversity, which is the need of the hour. The State of Uttar Pradesh, for example, rather than concentrating on Varanasi alone, should develop the Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world, which, unfortunately, has fallen into a state of neglect and disrepair for a variety of reasons. Similar considerations of diversity of history will attract tourists and make it clear that India is one. N.G.R. Prasad, Chennai
Time of India
5 days ago
- Time of India
NEET aspirant from J&K hangs self in Kota
Image used is for representational purposes only KOTA: A NEET-UG aspirant from Jammu and Kashmir died by suicide in Kota Sunday evening, marking the 15th student suicide in the coaching hub this year and the second in May. The student, identified as Zeeshan Jahan, 18, was preparing for the medical entrance exam through self-study and was residing at a paying guest accommodation under the Mahaveer Nagar police station area. According to police, Zeeshan allegedly hanged herself from the ceiling fan of her room while speaking on the phone with a relative, Burhan, in Jammu and Kashmir. During the call, she reportedly hinted at her intent to take her life. Alarmed, Burhan immediately disconnected the call and contacted Mamta, a student living on the upper floor of the same building. Mamta rushed to Zeeshan's room and found it locked from the inside. She alerted others nearby, and with help from workers at a neighboring construction site, the door was broken open using a grinder. Zeeshan was found hanging and was taken to a hospital, where she was declared brought dead. Circle inspector of Mahaveer Nagar police station said Zeeshan had previously studied in Kota and returned a month ago to prepare again for NEET-UG, this time without joining any coaching institute. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo She had rented a room behind Pratap Chouraha for self-study. The officer confirmed that no suicide note was recovered from the room and that the reason behind the extreme step is yet to be ascertained. He added that the ceiling fan in the room was not equipped with an anti-hanging device—equipment recommended in hostels and PGs to deter suicides. The girl's body has been placed in the mortuary, and her family has been informed. A post-mortem will be conducted after their arrival. Notably, this marks the 15th case of suicide by a coaching student in Kota this year since January and the second this month. Earlier, this month, another girl from Madhya Pradesh, also a NEET aspirant, committed suicide by hanging herself in her room under Kunhadi police station a day before the NEET-UG exam on May 3.
News18
6 days ago
- General
- News18
NEET: When MBBS Dreams Don't Come True, How Students Found New Paths And Hope
Last Updated: Every year, lakhs of students appear for NEET, but only a few clear the exam to secure limited MBBS seats. Every year, lakhs of students across India pin their hopes on NEET — the gateway to a medical career. In 2025 alone, around 21 lakh candidates appeared for NEET-UG, competing for just over 1.18 lakh MBBS seats in the country. Of these seats, approximately 55,648 are government seats, while about 53,256 are in private colleges. The competition is intense, with roughly 18 candidates competing for every seat. But what happens when the results do not turn out as expected? Across Reddit, many students who did not clear NEET have shared their experiences — stories filled with disappointment, self-reflection, and ultimately, unexpected hope. One Redditor recounted their experience of finding success beyond medicine: 'I went into engineering and now earn more than Rs 20 lakh per annum at one of the Big Four firms. Not getting into medicine has perhaps been the best thing that could have happened to me. After failing NEET, I moved to a university in another state, which helped improve the gloomy atmosphere both at home and in my own mind. It really helped me move away from the constant feeling that both I and my parents were upset. I decided not to look back." 'I performed well academically, earned scholarships, published a couple of research papers, and enjoyed university life. Later, I secured a job I liked and worked very hard, which paid off financially. Once my finances were stable, I was free to pursue anything I wanted. I made myself happy, and I made my parents happy. Even now, when I visit home, I make it a point to catch up with friends who became doctors. They helped me get out of my low period, and now, as they start their residency, I support them," the Redditor wrote. 'Looking back, I feel the workload and lifestyle of medicine would not have suited what I wanted from life, and I consider my failure to clear NEET a fortunate event," the Redditor added. 'I worked hard and now I am interning at Amazon. Some things in life happen for a reason. I spent my childhood thinking I was destined to be a doctor, but I realised medicine is not for everyone. Sometimes, when life gives you a sign that something is not meant for you, no matter how hard you try, it will not happen. But if you accept any opportunity you get and work hard, things will improve," the Redditor added. A third Redditor shared their experience of failure and self-discovery: 'I did not clear NEET twice. The first time, I told myself it was just bad luck. The second time, I stopped deceiving myself. Watching friends get into MBBS and celebrate their white coat ceremonies, while I sat alone with NCERT books and regrets, felt like failing not just an exam, but also my family, my dreams, and my own self-worth." The Redditor continued, 'But failure does not stop life. Life goes on, whether you allow it or not. I explored biotechnology, paramedical courses, and psychology. I took a diploma that led me into health technology. Today, I work at a company building AI tools to help doctors make faster diagnoses. I may not hold a stethoscope, but I help save time and, sometimes, lives." The Redditor concluded, 'It is not just me — a batchmate became a clinical researcher, another went into hospital management, and someone who used to cry after every NEET mock test now runs a successful NEET coaching YouTube channel." These stories highlight an important message: clearing NEET is not the only path to success or happiness. While medical seats remain limited and competition is intense, life offers many different paths to a fulfilling career. Sometimes, what feels like the end is just the beginning of a new journey. First Published: May 27, 2025, 15:42 IST
