Tamil Nadu has faced a setback as the Centre has declined consent for the state’s anti-NEET bill. Chief Minister M.K. Stalin expressed disappointment after the Union government rejected the Assembly resolution requesting exemption from NEET. Despite providing all required clarifications, the plea was turned down. Stalin criticized the decision, calling it a blow to federalism. He has called for an all-party meeting on April 9 to deliberate on the next steps. This development comes as a blow to the state’s efforts to scrap the medical entrance exam.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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