Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:47am on 23 Jul 2026,Thursday India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday announced that the government will set up fast-track courts to ensure speedy trials in paper leak cases, saying protecting students' future remains a top priority. In a post on X, Modi said those responsible for harming the future of young people would face strict punishment and directed authorities to take all necessary steps. His statement comes during nationwide protests over alleged irregularities in exams, including the NEET-UG paper leak. The Opposition has demanded Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, while the government has said the matter is under investigation. (PC: HT)