fast-track courts
Coverage of fast-track courts in the Nexus archive.
- Congress says Rot in India's education system deep; Pradhan's resignation only beginning
Congress criticizes the rot in India's education system and states that Pradhan's resignation marks only the beginning. A former Environment Minister claims passing a law to create fast-track courts insults the youth's frustration over recent protests.
- Public Examinations Amendment Bill 2026: What does the proposed anti-cheating law promise?
India's proposed Public Examinations Amendment Bill 2026 introduces strict penalties for exam cheating, including up to 10 years imprisonment, fines of ₹50 lakh for individuals, and ₹10 crore for organized groups. It also mandates fast-track courts and Special Task Forces to address paper leaks.
- India protest movement holds capital sit-in as police crack down on demonstrators
Thousands of protesters in New Delhi defied restrictions to hold a sit-in over alleged exam leaks, with police using tear gas and batons to disperse crowds. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced fast-track courts for exam leak cases, but protesters demanded the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and systemic reforms.
- Govt.'s resolve to ensure bright future for youth: Amit Shah on fast-track courts for paper ‘leak’ cases
Amit Shah stated the government's resolve to ensure a bright future for youth through fast-track courts for paper leak cases. The Union Home Minister called this an important step by PM Modi against those who harm students' futures.
- India protest movement holds capital sit-in as police crack down on demonstrators
Thousands of protesters in New Delhi defied restrictions, demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over exam leaks and broader reforms. Police used tear gas and batons during clashes, while Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced fast-track courts to address the issue.
- Opposition reacts to PM Modi’s decision of fast-track courts, insists on Pradhan’s resignation
Opposition reacted to PM Modi's decision to establish fast-track courts and demanded Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi called for Pradhan's resignation via a post on X.
- Government to set up fast-track courts for paper leak cases, says PM Modi
The government plans to establish fast-track courts for paper leak cases, as announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Modi emphasized the importance of youth welfare and future in his statement.