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India Gazette
15-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
"We stand with nation": Jamia Millia Islamia also cuts ties with Turkish Institutions
By Vishu Adhana New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): Jamia Millia Islamia has suspended all Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) with Turkish educational institutions, amid escalating calls across the country to boycott Turkey over its vocal support for Pakistan during the recent conflict. Speaking to ANI, Professor Saima Saeed, PRO of Jamia Millia Islamia, said, ' We have suspended all MoUs with institutions affiliated with Turkey. Jamia stands with the nation and the Government of India.' The development follows Jawaharlal Nehru University's (JNU) suspension of its academic agreement with Inonu University in Malatya, Turkiye, citing national security concerns. JNU Vice Chancellor Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit also called out Turkey for supporting Pakistan, saying: 'Turkey has openly backed Pakistan, and that cannot be ignored.' The MoU, signed on February 3, 2025, with Inonu University in Malatya, Turkey, was meant to run till 2028. 'JNU is fully subsidised by Indian citizens. If the Indian state is being undermined, how can we continue ties with a country like Turkey? As an academic and citizen, my security is at risk--and that of every Indian,' JNU VC has said. India's higher education institutions are not the only ones reacting. The wider public has also launched an informal boycott campaign against Turkey and Azerbaijan, both of which have been accused of supporting Pakistan diplomatically and militarily. Leading Indian travel platforms like MakeMyTrip and EaseMyTrip have reported a surge in cancellations of travel bookings to both countries. Many users cited the nations' 'anti-India stance' and their support for Pakistan during the ongoing conflict as the reason. Public anger further intensified after it was revealed that Turkey had supplied advanced military technology, including drones, to Pakistan. On the night of May 8, Indian defence forces intercepted and neutralised between 300 and 400 drones allegedly launched from Pakistan across a wide swath of Indian territory--from Leh in the north to Sir Creek in the south. Preliminary forensic investigations have confirmed that many of the drones were Turkish-made, reportedly the Asisguard Songar combat drone model. (ANI)
India Gazette
13-05-2025
- General
- India Gazette
CUET UG 2025: Day 1 of exam begins on smooth, positive note
By Vishu Adhana New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): Exiting exam centres with weary smiles, students hurried towards their parents, who greeted them with warm hugs and bottles of water after the first day of the Common University Entrance Test for Undergraduate Admissions (CUET UG). While fatigue showed on their faces, many students called the paper 'easy' and largely expected, striking a tone of cautious optimism as the nationwide entrance began. The first day of CUET was largely smooth except for a few students who were denied entry to the exam centre for arriving a few minutes after the reporting time. Students appeared for subjects including English, Business Studies, Physical Education, Accounts, and Biotechnology, sharing largely positive but varied reactions to the paper. 'The English paper was much easier than I expected,' said a candidate who completed the exam well before the allotted time. 'I had prepared for more analytical or inference-based questions, but most of them were direct and familiar.' Students across the centre echoed similar feedback, stating that the English section followed a straightforward pattern. The CUET enables admissions into undergraduate programs at over 250 central, state, and private universities, including top institutions like Delhi University, JNU, and BHU. For others, particularly those attempting domain subjects, the experience was slightly more mixed. 'Business Studies went very well for me. The questions were concept-based, and nothing felt out of syllabus,' said Sushil Rajeevan, a candidate who also appeared for Physical Education. 'That paper was a little more challenging, mainly because it's my sixth subject. It needed more specific recall and time management.' He added, 'The MCQ format helped in some parts, but in sections where careful reading was needed, time was still tight.' Sushil is aiming for Delhi University's SRCC and said he felt confident about his performance so far. The CUET UG exam structure allows candidates to choose up to six domain-specific subjects, two language papers, and an optional general test. Each section is one hour long and held in multiple shifts across thousands of centres nationwide. While English was universally described as 'easy,' students acknowledged that domain subjects demanded deeper understanding and quick thinking, particularly under time constraints. With more subjects scheduled over the coming days, many students are hopeful but cautious. 'This was a good start, but the next few papers will be crucial,' one student said. 'The real test will be consistency.' Despite concerns about technical glitches in previous editions, Day 1 proceeded without any major disruptions at the centres in Delhi and NCR. However, some students missed their exam on the first day at the centre in Noida Sector 62 after being denied entry for arriving just minutes past the reporting time. Candidates and their parents stood outside the gates, pleading with officials for over half an hour, citing reasons such as traffic diversions, delayed public transport, and incorrect directions -- issues many said were beyond their control. Several aspirants, including those from Bulandshahr, Bahadurgarh, and Etah, reported being allotted centres far from their home cities despite selecting nearby preferences during registration. 'I left home at 4 AM thinking I'd arrive on time, but everything went wrong -- the bus was late, and the auto dropped me at the wrong place,' said 17-year-old Anmol Bhati. Parents have now urged the NTA to consider rescheduling missed exams and ensure better logistical planning for future shifts. (ANI)
India Gazette
06-05-2025
- General
- India Gazette
NTA likely to postpone CUET-UG 2025 examination: Sources
By Vishu Adhana New Delhi (India) May 6 (ANI): The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to postpone the Common University Entrance Test for Undergraduate programmes (CUET-UG) 2025, which was scheduled to begin on May 8, according to official sources. While an official announcement is awaited, the decision is reportedly being considered due to logistical challenges. CUET-UG 2025 was initially scheduled to be held between May 8 and June 1, 2025, across multiple centres in India and abroad. It is the second-largest entrance exam in the country in terms of the number of applicants, after National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Undergraduate (NEET-UG). Over 13 lakh students register for the CUET every year, aiming for admission to central, state, deemed, and private universities across India. The CUET-UG serves as a single-window examination for admission to undergraduate programmes in more than 250 universities, including prominent central universities like Delhi University, Banaras Hindu University, and Jawaharlal Nehru University. NTA, which conducts the exam, is also responsible for holding other major national-level tests like NEET and the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) which is held for admissions to various engineering colleges in India. With the ongoing exam season and tight scheduling, officials say conducting the CUET-UG 2025 as per the original plan may prove difficult. (ANI)
India Gazette
03-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
State govts on high alert ahead of NEET-UG 2025 amid NTA's strict measures to ensure fair exam
By Vishu Adhana New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): Ahead of NEET (UG) 2025, the National Testing Agency (NTA) on Saturday said that all preparations for the safe and secure conduct of the examination have been completed, with state governments across the country placed on high alert. The strong security push comes in the aftermath of the NEET-UG 2024 controversy, which saw allegations of paper leaks, inflated marks, and legal battles over grace marks, prompting widespread protests and court scrutiny. This year, the NTA has taken 'all measures' to ensure the integrity of the exam. Candidates will undergo thorough checks by district police, in addition to NTA's standard security protocols, before entering exam papers and OMR sheets will be transported under full police protection to prevent any tampering or leaks. Authorities will closely monitor coaching centers and online platforms to prevent organized cheating centers will be equipped with CCTV cameras to ensure transparency and accountability. Some states, like Assam, have requested biometric verification to further enhance security measures. The Ministry of Education has intensified coordination efforts with district authorities and police forces across the country to prevent irregularities. The NTA has also launched a portal for candidates and the public to report suspicious activities related to the exam. With over 23 lakh candidates expected to participate in the exam at more than 5,000 centers across 550 cities, the authorities are leaving no stone unturned to ensure a smooth and fair examination process. 'The National Testing Agency shall be conducting the NEET(UG) 2025 Examination across 5453 centres in the Country and 13 cities abroad on 4th May, 2025. All preparations and logistical arrangements for organising a safe and secure examination have been made,' the agency said in an official statement. Over 22.7 lakh candidates have registered for the examination, which will be held from 2 PM to 5 PM. The NTA said mock drills were successfully conducted at all centres on Saturday to assess readiness. To combat the spread of misinformation, the NTA has intensified action against social media accounts and groups allegedly making false claims. 'In a concerted effort to curb the spread of baseless rumours about the availability of NEET (UG) 2025 examination content, the NTA has taken up the cases reported through its 'Suspicious Claims Portal on NEET (UG) 2025 Examination' with the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) under the Ministry of Home Affairs. As a result, action has been initiated against over 165 Telegram channels and more than 32 Instagram accounts disseminating false information,' the agency said. Referring to media reports from Rajkot, Gujarat--where individuals allegedly offered inflated marks in exchange for money--the agency said, 'Appropriate action has already been taken by Government of Gujarat. In Odisha, the police have acted against those trying to deceive aspirants by fraudulent means and false assurances.' 'All State Governments are on an alert to nab any culprit who tries to indulge in unfair means,' the NTA said. The agency has urged students and parents not to fall for misinformation or scams. 'The NTA urges all NEET (UG) candidates and their guardians to remain vigilant and not fall prey to individuals or groups who seek to manipulate or mislead them,' it said, advising reliance only on official communication from the NTA website. It also reminded the public that such offences fall under the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, which carries stringent penalties. 'Unscrupulous elements attempting to exploit students by falsely promising medical seats will fall under the ambit of the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act. The Act mandates stringent penalties for anyone found guilty of adopting or facilitating unfair means,' the statement added. (ANI)
India Gazette
01-05-2025
- India Gazette
NEET UG 2025: NTA asks Telegram, Instagram to remove over 120 fake leak accounts
By Vishu Adhana New Delhi (India), May 1 (ANI): Just ahead of the NEET UG Exam, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has asked Instagram and Telegram to take down over 120 accounts 'spreading false claims' about the question paper leak, Acting on inputs received through its newly launched Suspicious Claims Reporting Portal, the testing agency has identified 106 Telegram channels and 16 Instagram accounts pushing fake narratives related to the exam, sources at NTA told ANI. The move is part of a larger crackdown on misinformation that aims to mislead aspirants and create panic ahead of the national-level medical entrance exam. 'These channels falsely claimed access to the NEET (UG) 2025 question paper and were misleading students. All such cases have been escalated to the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) under the Ministry of Home Affairs,' sources said. The national-level medical entrance exam will be held on May 4 and will take place in over 550 cities at more than 5,000 centres across the country. 'The NTA has requested Telegram and Instagram to immediately take down these channels to prevent the spread of falsehoods and unnecessary panic among aspirants,' sources added. In addition to requesting takedowns, the NTA has urged both platforms to share details of the admins behind these groups to enable further legal action. Launched on April 26, the portal has already received over 1,500 submissions -- a majority of them tied to Telegram-based fake leak claims. The agency has urged the public to report three types of violations: unauthorized platforms claiming access to the paper, individuals asserting possession of exam content, and impersonators posing as NTA or government officials. Authorities have reminded the public that violations fall under the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, which carries strict penalties. Suspicious activities can be reported until 5 PM on May 4, 2025, at (ANI)
