Crime & Law · India
President Assents to Anti-Paper Leak Law, Fast-Track Courts Designated
President Droupadi Murmu has granted assent to an amendment enhancing punishments for unfair means in public examinations, effectively enacting a tougher anti-paper leak law. This law aims for stricter punishments and speedier probes. In parallel, the Calcutta High Court has designated five fast-track courts specifically for NEET 2026 paper leak cases. Additionally, reports indicate a transfer of 138 judges in Delhi, including those hearing NEET cases, with new judges assigned to special courts for NEET paper leak matters.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
Left 3 · Centre 10 · Right 3 n = 16
- Left (3): National Herald, The Telegraph (India), The Wire
- Centre (10 votes, 11 outlets): Business Standard, Deccan Herald, Jansatta · The Indian Express (Indian Express Group — 1 vote), LiveLaw, Nai Dunia, Telangana Today, The Free Press Journal, The Print, The Times of India, The Tribune
- Right (3): Aaj Tak, Dainik Jagran, The Pioneer