The government never tried to stop the protest by students over exam paper leaks, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman told NDTV today at the Business Leadership Awards 2026. She was responding to questions by NDTV on whether the protests caught the government off-guard.
Speaking to NDTV's CEO & Editor-in-Chief, Rahul Kanwal, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the recent student agitation underscored the need for governments to remain attentive to young voices and act responsibly when concerns are raised.
Former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has announced that he will not contest the 2028 Assembly elections, citing his age and expressing concern over the changing nature of politics. The Congress veteran's decision signals a likely end to his electoral career, though he says he will remain active in public life.
Union Education Minister Pralhad Joshi chaired a review meeting with senior officials to assess the implementation of flagship programmes, including PM SHRI Schools and Samagra Shiksha. Sources said the discussion focused on education schemes and did not cover examinations or exam reforms.
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The panel will recommend technology-driven, transparent and student-centric reforms to strengthen India's examination system after concerns over paper leaks and irregularities.
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Small but crucial things such as women's safety, predictable hours, basic protections, and clear contracts in informal work could decide whether women stay in the labour force or drop out.
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Looking ahead, analysts expect geopolitical developments and quarterly earnings to remain the primary driver of market sentiment.
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Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' crossed the Rs 100-crore India net mark on its first Sunday. The Tamil version remained the biggest contributor to the film's Day 4 business.
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Sitharaman said erratic monsoons due to the El Nino effect were adding to existing inflation risks, with the country receiving excessive rain in some parts and not enough in others.
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During a visit to the Criterion Closet, the Oscar-winning director selected The Apu Trilogy while speaking about the influence of the acclaimed films.
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AU Small Finance Bank MD & CEO Sanjay Agarwal says India should build stronger domestic institutions rather than depend on global financial giants, while highlighting the country's resilient banking ecosystem.
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The awards celebrated individuals and organisations that have demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation and impact while contributing to India's economic growth and global competitiveness.
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Emphasising the importance of internal talent, Sanjay Agarwal said the bank aims to create a strong leadership bench comprising of 20 people including two executive directors, two deputy CEOs and multiple business heads.
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