India's Cabinet Approves Paper Leak Bill, Education Ministry Sees Major Reshuffle
Summary
India's Cabinet approved the Paper Leak Amendment Bill to impose strict penalties for exam paper leaks. A fast-track court has been established in Delhi, and major administrative changes occurred in the Education Ministry.
Key Points
- India's Cabinet approved the Paper Leak Amendment Bill, targeting exam paper leak offenses with stringent penalties.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a fast-track court is being formed to address paper leak cases.
- The Central Bureau of Investigation has arrested 13 accused in the NEET UG paper leak case and is preparing chargesheets.
- Major administrative reshuffles occurred in the Ministry of Education with new Secretaries appointed for Higher Education and School Education departments.