The Times of India

Opposition leaders submitted a notice seeking immediate Rajya Sabha discussion on the NEET controversy. They also demanded a debate on alleged police action against student protesters. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge called for the Education Minister's resignation. Deputy Chairman Harivansh noted Rule 267 is invoked on rare occasions. The opposition highlighted growing frustration with the education system.

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav accused the Lok Sabha Speaker of unfair treatment. He stated his party was denied a chance to speak on the NEET paper leak. The government and Congress were allowed to present their views while his party was not. Yadav insisted the controversy concerned students and their future, not just politics. He defended protests outside the Prime Minister's residence due to the lack of House discussion.

The BJP launched a sharp political counteroffensive against Rahul Gandhi's protest. Senior BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad criticized Gandhi's actions as irresponsible and condemnable. The BJP announced nationwide protests outside Congress offices in response to the demonstration. Prasad defended police action and highlighted government efforts on exam integrity. He assured that those involved in exam irregularities would face trial and punishment.

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Rahul Gandhi addressed students and the Prime Minister concerning the NEET paper leak. He demanded a proper discussion in Lok Sabha about the examination system. The Congress party protested outside the Prime Minister's residence over the issue. Gandhi questioned the collapsing Indian education system and rising exam costs. He asserted the opposition stands with students for reforms and justice.

Union ministers made a notable visit to activist Sonam Wangchuk, currently hospitalized at Medanta in Gurugram. This follows the Delhi High Court's ruling, which facilitated his urgent transfer from Safdarjung Hospital after his wife's appeal contested a previous decision. As Wangchuk enters the 24th day of his hunger strike, protests continue to erupt at Jantar Mantar over the alleged NEET paper leak.

Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan accused Rahul Gandhi and Congress of exploiting students politically. He stated they staged a protest outside the Prime Minister's residence, causing public inconvenience. The minister added that Congress chose spectacle over democratic debate and solutions for students. He emphasized the government's commitment to discussing NEET and addressing youth concerns. The government aims to provide answers, reforms, and accountability to students.

Congress warns of a Parliament washout if discussions on NEET-UG paper leak are refused. Opposition leaders were detained after protesting outside the Prime Minister's residence. They demand a statement from the Home Minister on police actions against students. The party also calls for the resignation of the Union Education Minister. Opposition unity highlights growing concerns over examination controversies and alleged police excesses.

DMK chief MK Stalin criticised Tamil Nadu chief minister C Joseph Vijay's government. He warned of public backlash against the ruling TVK party. This statement followed the arrest of DMK MLA GV Markandeyan on Monday. The MLA was arrested for remarks allegedly made against chief minister Vijay. Stalin described the arrest as an attempt to criminalize political criticism.

Congress released videos showing dramatic scenes of senior leaders' detention. Rahul Gandhi was seen lying on the road during the protest. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra resisted boarding a police bus as she was pulled inside. Police forcibly removed and detained several opposition leaders outside the Prime Minister's residence. The protest occurred over the NEET issue and alleged police action on students.

The AAP alleged a partnership between the BJP and Congress parties. This followed a Congress sit-in protest outside Prime Minister Modi's residence. Congress leaders demanded resignations from key government ministers. They declined an outreach attempt by Union minister Jitendra Singh. The CJP has been protesting at Jantar Mantar since June 21.

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