Dharmendra Pradhan
Tracked across 30 events · 463 articles · First seen Mar 27, 2025 · Last active May 28, 2026
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Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition, has intensified his demands for the sacking of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak. He has criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's silence on the issue and…
Impact: Dharmendra Pradhan, the Education Minister, is facing strong demands for his resignation or sacking due to his alleged responsibility for the NEET-UG paper leak and his refusal to take accountability. He announced that the NEET-UG re-examination would be held on June 21 and that the medical entrance exam would be computer-based from next year onwards.
May 16, 2026 · 27 articles
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Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurated the IIT Madras Technology Summit 2026, advocating for a significant increase in private sector investment in research and innovation in India. He highlighted that currently, 70% of research funding…
Impact: As the Union Education Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan is advocating for increased private sector investment in research and innovation in India, aiming for a 50:50 public-private funding model.
May 05, 2026 · 6 articles
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Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan launched the School Management Committee (SMC) Guidelines 2026, a significant reform aimed at strengthening community participation and improving school governance in India. These guidelines, developed by the India — Ministry…
Impact: As the Union Education Minister of India, Dharmendra Pradhan launched the School Management Committee Guidelines 2026, emphasizing community participation and improved school governance.
May 06, 2026 · 6 articles
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The NEET-UG 2026 examination was cancelled due to a widespread paper leak, leading to significant public outcry and protests across India. The United States — Federal Bureau of Investigation has arrested several individuals, including Medha…
Impact: As the Union Education Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan is facing demands for his resignation due to the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak, with critics accusing him of incompetence and accountability for the repeated incidents.
May 16, 2026 · 6 articles
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The NEET-UG examination, held on May 3, 2026, was cancelled due to widespread allegations of paper leaks and irregularities. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announced that the re-examination will take place on June 21, and…
Impact: Dharmendra Pradhan, as the Union Education Minister, announced the re-examination of NEET-UG and the shift to a computer-based test from next year due to paper leaks and irregularities. He also accepted responsibility for the 'breach in command chain' and emphasized the government's commitment to preventing future malpractice.
May 15, 2026 · 13 articles
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Impact: Dharmendra Pradhan, as the Union Education Minister, expressed regret over the NCERT textbook controversy, promised accountability, and ordered an investigation and recall of the textbooks. His actions aim to mitigate the negative impact on the judiciary and government.
Feb 24, 2026 · 50 articles
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The NEET-UG 2026 examination, a crucial medical entrance exam in India, was cancelled by the Government of India due to widespread allegations of paper leaks and examination irregularities. This decision affects approximately 22.79 lakh students…
Impact: As the Union Education Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan is facing calls for his resignation due to the cancellation of the NEET-UG 2026 examination and alleged irregularities. He refused to comment on the controversy.
May 12, 2026 · 6 articles
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Pema Khandu, the Chief Minister of India — Himachal Pradesh, has formally appealed to Dharmendra Pradhan, the Union Education Minister, and the India — Ministry of Education (India) to establish Common University Entrance Test (CUET)…
Impact: Dharmendra Pradhan, as the Union Education Minister, received the letter from Pema Khandu regarding the CUET 2026 examination center allocation.
May 07, 2026 · 7 articles
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The India — National Testing Agency (India — National Testing Agency) cancelled the NEET (UG) 2026 examination, held on May 3, following widespread allegations of a question paper leak and other irregularities. This decision affects…
Impact: Dharmendra Pradhan, the Union education minister, faced demands for his resignation from opposition leaders due to the NEET (UG) 2026 paper leak and cancellation.
May 12, 2026 · 27 articles
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Impact: Dharmendra Pradhan, the Union Education Minister, announced the expansion of Kendriya Vidyalayas, highlighting their role in providing quality education in underserved areas.
Oct 01, 2025 · 6 articles
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Impact: Dharmendra Pradhan launched the Buildathon and unveiled its logo and theme jingle, emphasizing its role in student innovation.
Oct 06, 2025 · 7 articles
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Impact: Dharmendra Pradhan, as the Union Education Minister, initiated renewed efforts to make the Higher Education Commission of India a reality, leading to the current bill.
Dec 12, 2025 · 9 articles
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Impact: Jawaharlal Nehru University Teachers Association addressed a letter to Dharmendra Pradhan, the Minister of Education, seeking clarity on the Central Government's stance regarding Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit's remarks and demanding her removal.
Mar 05, 2026 · 6 articles
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The cancellation of the NEET-UG 2026 examination by the India — National Testing Agency due to alleged paper leaks has led to a nationwide mental health crisis among students in India. This has resulted in…
Impact: Dharmendra Pradhan, Union Education Minister, announced the re-examination date and the shift to a computer-based format for NEET-UG, attempting to address the crisis.
May 16, 2026 · 8 articles
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The India — National Testing Agency (NTA) cancelled the NEET UG 2026 medical entrance examination, initially held on May 3, due to widespread allegations of a paper leak. Following this, the India — National Testing…
Impact: Dharmendra Pradhan, the Union Education Minister, confirmed accountability measures and reforms, and chaired a high-level meeting regarding the re-examination.
May 12, 2026 · 45 articles
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Impact: Dharmendra Pradhan, the Union education minister, denied that Hindi is being imposed through the National Education Policy 2020, stating that states have flexibility in language education.
Mar 27, 2025 · 10 articles
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Impact: Dharmendra Pradhan, the Education Minister, previously spoke about implementing the National Education Policy 2020, which includes the idea of allowing students to appear for exams twice.
Jun 25, 2025 · 7 articles
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Impact: Dharmendra Pradhan, a Union Minister, urged citizens to maintain communal harmony in India — Cuttack district.
Oct 05, 2025 · 6 articles
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India marked the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor, a multi-domain military action launched by the India — Indian Armed Forces on May 7, 2025. This operation was a direct response to the April 22, 2025,…
Impact: Dharmendra Pradhan, Union Education Minister, updated his social media profile to mark the anniversary of Operation Sindoor.
May 04, 2026 · 55 articles
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The India — National Testing Agency cancelled the NEET-UG 2026 examination, held on May 3, following widespread allegations of a paper leak and irregularities. Abhishek Singhvi, Director General of the India — National Testing Agency,…
Impact: Dharmendra Pradhan, Union Education Minister, refused to answer media questions regarding the cancellation, indicating a cautious stance amidst the controversy.
May 12, 2026 · 11 articles
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The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate) for 2026-2027 was cancelled following a widespread paper leak, leading to arrests by the United States — Federal Bureau of Investigation. M. K. Stalin, former Chief Minister of…
Impact: Dharmendra Pradhan, the Union Education Minister, chaired a high-level meeting to discuss the re-examination of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate).
May 15, 2026 · 7 articles
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Suvendu Adhikari of the India — Bharatiya Janata Party took oath as the first Chief Minister of India — West Bengal from his party on May 9, 2026, following a decisive victory in the 2026…
Impact: Dharmendra Pradhan, a Union Minister, attended the swearing-in ceremony of Suvendu Adhikari.
May 09, 2026 · 11 articles
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Impact: Dharmendra Pradhan, as the Union Education Minister, extended greetings on 'India — Odisha Day' to the people of India — Odisha.
Apr 01, 2026 · 7 articles
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Retired IAS officer Subrata Gupta was appointed as an adviser to India — West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, and IAS officer Shantanu Bala was named as the Chief Minister's Private Secretary. These appointments were…
Impact: Dharmendra Pradhan attended the swearing-in ceremony of Suvendu Adhikari, showing support for the new India — Bharatiya Janata Party government in India — West Bengal.
May 09, 2026 · 15 articles
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The NEET-UG 2026 examination, taken by nearly 22.79 lakh students, was cancelled due to alleged paper leaks and irregularities, causing widespread distress. India — Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy strongly criticized these issues, accusing the…
Impact: Dharmendra Pradhan's effigy was burnt by the India — Telangana Youth Congress in protest against the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak.
May 14, 2026 · 9 articles
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Feb 26, 2026 · 40 articles
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Dharmendra Pradhan launched guidelines India — Ministry of Education (India)India launches School...
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Dharmendra Pradhan refused to answerNEET-UG Re-Exam and CBT Shift
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Dharmendra Pradhan called for partnershipIndia R&D Public-Private...
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India — Shiv Sena (UBT) demanded resignation Dharmendra PradhanNEET-UG 2026 Paper Leak Scandal
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Sachin Pilot demanded resignation Dharmendra PradhanIndia NEET-UG 2026 Exam Cancelled
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Dharmendra Pradhan refused to answerNEET-UG 2026 Cancellation...
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Dharmendra Pradhan accepted responsibilityNEET-UG Re-Exam and CBT Shift
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Dharmendra Pradhan refused to answerIndia NEET-UG 2026 Exam Cancelled
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Dharmendra Pradhan announced re-examinationNEET-UG 2026 Paper Leak Scandal
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Dharmendra Pradhan chaired meetingNEET-UG 2026-27 Exam Cancellation
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