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MDMK conference in Madurai conference to demand probe into alleged malpractices by BJP

MDMK's Vaiko calls for probe into alleged malpractices in Union govt's schemes; demands NEET exemption, AIIMS in Madurai. Conference condemns Centre's unilateral move to appoint search panel for 3 TN univs & BJP's hidden agenda to rename India. Urges public to vote for I.N.D.I.A. alliance to restore lost sheen of…

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Kota reports 23rd suicide this year as NEET aspirant from Ranchi hangs herself

16-yr-old from Jharkhand's Ranchi allegedly commits suicide in Kota hostel. 23 student suicides this year, highest ever for coaching hub. No suicide note found, police investigating. Anti-hanging devices & anti-suicide nets installed to prevent such incidents. Psychological tests & effective communication with parents also being implemented.

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IMA asks Centre to reduce cut-off marks for NEET-PG 2023

“We request you to reduce the NEET PG 2023 cut off percentile up to 30%,” the letter said.

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Ending NEET will be the truest tribute to Anitha, says Stalin

TN CM Stalin pays tribute to Anitha, Jagadheeswaran who died due to NEET. He urges to abolish NEET & encourages students to hone talents. TN govt protecting interests of all, implementing measures for social justice. Unveils foundation stone for 162 housing tenements in Kolathur. Helplines available for those in distress.

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Kota’s crash course

Thousands of students throng the coaching centres of Kota every year in the hope of securing a better future. To stay focused on studies, they rarely forge friendships or wind down, and this takes a severe toll on their mental health. Mehul Malpani visits the coaching centres and hostels where…

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No student wants free medical seats offered by SMSIMSR college in Karnataka

The seats come with the condition of working at the institute for 5 years.

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Worried about student suicides, grandparents, mothers on sabbatical shift to Kota with children

Parents shift to Kota w/children to reduce stress of entrance exams; 22 student suicides in 2023; parents stay w/kids, provide comfort, acclimatize them to city to reduce risk of extreme steps.

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Kota administration stops exams at coaching centres after students’ suicide

Kota district in Rajasthan orders coaching institutes to halt routine tests for two months due to suicides by NEET and other competitive exam aspirants. 22 students have died by suicide in 2023, highest for any year.

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Kota: District administration stays tests, coaching exams for 2 months after NEET aspirant kills self

Amid rising suicide cases among students in Rajasthan's Kota, the district administration has issued directions staying tests and examinations at coaching centres for two months with immediate effect. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Two NEET aspirants die by suicide in a day in Rajasthan’s Kota, toll goes up to 22 this year

Within four hours, two NEET aspirants have died by suicide in two separate incidents in Rajasthan’s Kota, taking the total toll to 22 this year, police said

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Annamalai should talk about what the BJP has achieved in 10 years instead of attacking other parties: Congress youth leader Krishna Allavaru

Indian Youth Congress Tamil Nadu in-charge, Krishna Allavaru, criticized BJP state president K Annamalai for attacking others instead of highlighting the BJP's achievements in the past decade. He accused PM Modi of not creating enough jobs and held him responsible for inflation and failure to protect youth. He rejected criticism…

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Focus Tamil Nadu | Why is Tamil Nadu opposed to NEET?

In this episode of Focus Tamil Nadu, we discuss the reasons why the TN government is opposing NEET and can a ‘One Nation One Test’ be justified in a vast country like India

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Increasing the number of medical seats imperative to address controversy over NEET, says VIT Chancellor

VIT Chennai founder-chancellor G. Viswanathan calls for increased medical seats in India to address NEET controversy. Gov. Ganesan urges grads to be nation-builders, Balu Chaturvedula to be lifelong learners. New hostel, academic blocks named after Swami Vivekananda, A.P.J. Abdul Kalam inaugurated. India needs more govt spending on edu, research, healthcare…

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After 15 years as a daily wager, an agricultural labourer from the Kondh tribe will study to be a doctor

Krushnachandra Ataka, a 33-yr-old agriculturl labourer, is set to join medical college after 15 years of labouring, including. 2 years as migrant worker. With support from NGO and family, he passed Class X and NEET, securing all-India rank of 7,18,996. He borrowed ₹37,950 for admission fee, with no interest. He…

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DMK observes fast against NEET

DMK's youth wing held a day-long fast in Villupuram to demand the scrapping of NEET in TN and oppose the Governor's refusal. Minister Ponmudy said the DMK had been opposing NEET from the start and demanded shifting of Education from the concurrent list to the State list. MLAs and representatives…

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BJP leaders take a jibe at DMK’s protest against NEET

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DMK will not rest till T.N. gets exemption from NEET, says CM

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T.N. Governor should resign, contest poll: Udhayanidhi

Udhayanidhi Stalin challenges R.N. Ravi to resign, contest election & prove his ideology. He's ready to lose his ministerial post for students' right to education. He also challenges Edappadi K. Palaniswami to send a rep to protest in front of PM's residence. DMK & Dravidar Kazhagam leaders inaugurate & end…

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State government misguiding youth on NEET, says Vasan

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NEET row: Stalin hits out at Governor, writes to President

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Stalin urges President to grant assent to TN's NEET exemption Bill; government boycotts Governor's I-Day reception. CM cites suicides due to NEET, accuses Governor of favouring urban students, making unkind statements.

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Annamalai condoles the death of father and son, says ending one’s life was not a solution for anything

Annamalai, TN BJP President, expresses deep pain over father-son suicide due to NEET failure. Urges students to understand suicide is not a solution. Parents should ensure children don't succumb to societal pressures. Every child is uniquely talented, no one should compare them. Need to instill positive thoughts & raise confident…

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Protest against NEET is for backward and oppressed students, says Alagiri

TN Congress President K.S. Alagiri calls Governor R.N. Ravi "stone-hearted" & demands ban of NEET coaching centres, citing death of NEET aspirant Jegadeshwaran & his father. He offers condolences to family & urges people to avail State's health helpline & suicide prevention helpline.

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Stalin appeals to students against taking the extreme step

CM Stalin mourns death of NEET aspirant, urges students not to take extreme step. Criticises Gov. Ravi for not understanding plight of poor students & delaying Bill against NEET. Appeals to students to develop self-confidence & courage to lead successful life.

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Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

TN CM Stalin boycotts 'At Home' reception hosted by Governor Ravi due to confusion in higher edu & refusal of assent to Bills. ED clarifies it has neither detained nor arrested jailed Minister Senthilbalaji's brother. Father of NEET failed student found dead due to dejection; CM appeals to students to…

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