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India Anti-Paper Leak Bill

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The story so far

India Anti-Paper Leak Bill

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The Indian government proposed amendments to the Public Examinations Act, including stricter punishments (up to 10 years jail, Rs 10 crore fine), fast-track trials, and time-bound investigations. The bill was cleared by the cabinet on July 24, 2026, and introduced in Lok Sabha on July 27, 2026, amid mixed reactions.

How it unfolded

  1. 3d ago

    Government warns of passing bill without debate if needed

  2. 3d ago

    Bill introduced in Lok Sabha amid Opposition protests

  3. 5d ago

    Government details amendments: 2-month investigation deadline

  4. 5d ago

    Bill proposes fast-track courts and time-bound probes

  5. 6d ago

    Cabinet clears bill with up to 10-year jail, Rs 1 crore fine

  6. 6d ago

    Government plans stricter penalties for paper leaks

What happened earlier

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TMC's Saugata Roy slams 'betrayal' as Lok Sabha debates paper leak bill

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  1. TMC MP Saugata Roy announced a six-hour Lok Sabha debate on the anti-paper leak bill.

  2. Roy slammed former TMC MPs, now part of NCPI, for their 'betrayal' in joining the BJP-led NDA alliance.

  3. The former TMC MPs are set to attend the NDA's 'Mangal Milan' parliamentary meeting.

  4. The debate and criticism occurred during a stormy session in the Lok Sabha.

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More Jail Term, Fines: Centre To Tighten Law Against Paper Leaks, Say Sources

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  1. The Centre plans to amend the law to increase jail terms for paper leaks.

  2. Monetary penalties for paper leaks will also be increased under the proposed amendments.

  3. Sources indicate the amendments are likely to be introduced soon.

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Up to 10-year jail & Rs 10 crore fine: Cabinet clears tougher anti-paper leak bill

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  1. The Union Cabinet approved amendments to the Prevention of Paper Leak law, proposing up to 10 years' imprisonment and a fine of up to Rs 10 crore for paper leak offences.

  2. The amendments seek to increase the minimum jail term for paper leak convictions from 3 years to 5 years.

  3. The move follows nationwide protests over alleged irregularities in the NEET examination.

  4. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju stated the government will introduce the Bill in Parliament soon, as directed by PM Modi.

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Cabinet clears bill proposing up to 10 years' jail, ₹10 crore fine for paper leaks

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  1. The Union Cabinet approved a draft bill amending The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, proposing up to 10 years' jail and ₹10 crore fine for paper leaks.

  2. The draft bill, mentioned by PM Narendra Modi in a video on Thursday night, will be tabled in the Lok Sabha on Monday.

  3. It proposes a minimum punishment of five years' imprisonment for individuals involved in paper leaks.

  4. The government plans to provide statutory backing for special fast track courts to dispose of cases within three months.

  5. Union parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijiju warned against obstructing the bill, stating it is for students' future.

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Rijiju pushes MPs to back Public Examinations Amendment Bill

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  1. Kiren Rijiju urged MPs to participate in the 'Public Examinations Amendment Bill' discussion during Parliament's Monsoon session.

  2. The proposed legislation seeks to overhaul the 2024 framework by instituting strict time bounds for investigations and judicial proceedings.

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