On the fourth day of the monsoon session of Parliament, the Lok Sabha is set for a key legislative debate on Thursday as the government moves the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026, for consideration and passage.
Meanwhile, NDA MPs will gather at Makar Dwar of Parliament to protest against the Congress, two days after it held a sit-in outside the Prime Minister's residence over the NEET paper leak.
Congress MP KC Venugopal has given an Adjournment Motion Notice in Lok Sabha over the NEET UG paper leak issue and Police lathi charge during the protest on July 20 at Jantar Mantar.
Supreme Court advocates recite the Preamble, backing the Jantar Mantar protest
Advocates at the Supreme Court read the Constitution's Preamble in support of the Jantar Mantar protest and against the police action on protestors.
'Safer Option To Deal With Student Rioters': Former IPS Kiran Bedi's Suggestion To Centre Amid CJP Protest
In a post on X, Bedi proposed that trained Civil Defence personnel should serve as the first line of response during student agitations, with riot police deployed only as a backup in case the situation escalates beyond the Civil Defence's control.
Mizoram Protesters Sing 'Give Me Some Sunshine' During Peaceful CJP Protest
Hundreds of CJP protesters in Mizoram went viral after peacefully singing Give Me Some Sunshine from 3 Idiots during a demonstration instead of chanting slogans
FM Nirmala Sitharaman reacts to student protest
Speaking on the student protest led by CJP, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said, "If the government is not sensitive or not reacting, I can understand the opposition going on a tirade like this. At the level of the Prime Minister, a response has been given, in fact much before today's announcement of setting up fast-track courts and assuring that punishments will be handed over to those people who violated the sacredness of an exam by leaking the papers, by buying papers, by selling papers. Even earlier to this announcement, the government arrested those people who actually committed this crime," she said, speaking to ANI.
Shikhar Dhawan Shares Message Amid NEET Paper Leak Protest
Former India cricketer Shikhar Dhawan urged the nation's youth to remain patient and trust the country's institutions and government. "Our youth are the future of our nation. It is essential to understand their dreams, but at the same time, it is equally important to maintain patience in difficult times and keep faith in the country's institutions and government," Dhawan wrote.
Cockroach Janta Party protestors clashed with Nihang Sikhs.
Visuals from Jantar Mantar showed Cockroach Janta Party protesters clashing with Nihang Sikhs.
Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra Blames PM Modi Over Student Protests, NEET Row
Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of failing the country's youth amid the alleged NEET paper leak row. She said he must take responsibility for students protesting nationwide and criticised the reported police action, saying any harm to protesters would be his responsibility.
Dipke takes brief break
Cockroach Janta Party chief Abhijeet Dipke said he would be away from Jantar Mantar until the evening after suffering from fever and severe body pain for the past few days
Olympic Gold Medallist Abhinav Bindra Shares Powerful Message Amid NEET Paper Leak Protest
Olympic champion Abhinav Bindra shared a message on X urging people to unite in strengthening India's education system
Alia Bhatt Backs NEET Protesters, Says Students' Courage 'Humbles Me'
Alia Bhatt voiced support for students protesting over the alleged NEET examination irregularities. Sharing a note on Instagram, she wrote, "Behind every student standing their ground is a dream, a family's hope, a journey of countless sacrifices"
Abhijeet Dipke unwell, leaves Jantar Mantar to take rest
Abhijeet Dipke has informed that he is down with a fever and has been undergoing severe body pain for the last few days, but he has been pushing through with painkillers.
"My apologies if you don’t see me at Jantar Mantar today. I need to get a few hours of rest and recover," he wrote on X, saying that he would return by evening.
'We will intervene if Supreme Court metro station is not opened by today afternoon': CJI Surya Kant
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant said that the top court will intervene if the Supreme Court metro station is not opened by afternoon.
Ayesha Khan Slams Troll After NEET Protest
Dhurandhar actress Ayesha Khan hit back at a troll who warned, "No work for you in Bollywood now," after she supported the ongoing NEET protests
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta reacts to PM Modi's announcement
Reacting to PM Modi's announcement of fast-Track Courts to crack Down On NEET paper leak culprits Delhi CM Rekha Gupta wrote on X. "Under the leadership of the Honorable Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji, safeguarding the interests of students and securing a bright future for the youth is our utmost priority."
Several Delhi Metro stations closed
Delhi Metro Rail Corporation announced that several Metro stations will remain closed until further notice.
Abhijeet Dipke Responds to PM Modi's announcement
Rahul Gandhi Hits Out At PM Modi
Responding to PM Modi's announcement of fast-Track Courts to crack Down On NEET paper leak culprits, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi launched a sharp attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the alleged police action against students protesting the NEET paper leak and education-related issues, accusing the Centre of "destroying" the country's education system and failing to protect students' interests.
Sonu Nigam Refuses To Comment On Students' Protest Against NEET Paper Leak
When reporters asked Sonu Nigam to share his views on the ongoing student protests, Sonu chose not to address the matter. Instead, he indicated that he was not there to speak about the issue.
PM Narendra Modi Announces Fast-Track Courts To Crack Down On NEET Paper Leak Culprits
Taking to X Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday emphasised the importance of the youth's future, announcing that fast-track courts will be set up to ensure swift and stringent punishment for those involved in paper leaks. He wrote,"Nothing is more important than the welfare and future of our youth!"
