Mamata Banerjee backed the Opposition’s Delhi protest over the alleged NEET paper leak and condemned the police action against students as unacceptable. Mamata Backs Opposition Protest Over NEET Row Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee has supported the Opposition protest in New Delhi over the alleged NEET paper leak and police action against students. She called the treatment of young demonstrators unacceptable and accused the Union

Rahul Gandhi’s response to the youth-led CJP protest has drawn political scrutiny. Although critics questioned his absence from Jantar Mantar, he later joined Priyanka Gandhi and Congress MPs in a protest outside the Prime Minister’s residence in Delhi. Rahul Gandhi Faces Questions Over Youth Protest Strategy India’s youth-led Cockroach Janta Party movement has become a political flashpoint as

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 began in New Delhi as Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged lawmakers to hold constructive, fact-based debates and ensure productive proceedings. The Opposition is preparing to raise the NEET-UG paper leak, Sonam Wangchuk’s protest, Ayodhya donation concerns, ethanol policy and other major national issues.  

US President Donald Trump has paid writer E. Jean Carroll more than $5.6 million after exhausting a major avenue of appeal against a civil verdict that found him liable for sexually abusing and defaming her. The payment covers the original $5 million damages award and interest accumulated while the case remained under appeal. Trump Carroll payment released after court order Federal court records released on Tue

Content note: This report discusses suicide and student mental health. NEW DELHI — The NEET retest crisis deepened after three medical aspirants in Coimbatore, Dehradun and Delhi were rNEET Retest Crisis: Three Aspirant Deaths Raise New Questions neet ug 2026, neet retest, student mental health, india education, nta, paper leak, pm modi, telegram restriction, medical entrance exameported dead by suicide in the days befor

Student-focused rally in Kota Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi is set to address the “Echo of Students” rally in Kota, a major coaching hub in Rajasthan. The event is being positioned around concerns raised by students and competitive exam aspirants, particularly issues li

Sleep Apnea: A Silent Nighttime Breathing Disorder Sleep apnea is a serious medical condition where breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. Unlike simple snoring, it involves partial or complete blockage of the airway, leading to reduced oxygen supply to the brain and body. Many individuals remain unaware of the condition as it occurs during sleep, often going undiagnosed for years.

Telangana SSC supplementary exams began smoothly with the First Language paper, recording 76.82% attendance and no malpractice cases. Telangana SSC Supplementary Exams Begin The SSC Advanced Supplementary Examinations started across Telangana on Friday, 5th June with the First Language paper. According to the Director of Government Examinations, K. Lingaiah, the first day of exams was conducted in a peaceful and organised manner acr

The 2026 midterm elections are shaping up as a crucial moment for Congress. Early data from prediction platforms such as Kalshi and Polymarket indicate Democrats may hold the advantage. This comes amid President Trump’s declining approval rating, growing voter concerns over economic conditions, and national security issues. Insights from Prediction Markets Both Kalshi and Polymarket show Democ

Chemical Tank Rupture Hits Washington Mill At least one person has died, nine people were injured and nine employees remain unaccounted for after a chemical tank ruptured at a paper and packaging facility in Longview, Washington. The incident occurred Tuesday morning at the Nippon Dynawave Packaging Co. facility, where a tank containing white liquor, a hazardous chemical mixture used in the paper-making pro

India’s NEET-UG 2026 exam is at the center of a major controversy as conflicting statements emerge regarding a paper leak.   Conflicting Statements Fuel NEET Trust Crisis The controversy surrounding the NEET-UG 2026 exam has intensified as authorities provide contradictory explanations. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan publicly acknowledged that there was a “breach in the chain of

As of May 18, 2026, 10:02 AM IST, the CBI probe into the NEET-UG paper leak case has focused on a 46-year-old Pune beautician, Manisha Waghmare, who allegedly became a common link between students searching for tuition teachers and teachers from reputed schools. Waghmare, who runs a beauty parlour in Pune’s Sukhsagar Nagar, was arrested on May 14 and remanded in CBI custody for 10 days from May 16, along with retired teacher P V Kulkarni. Investigators suspect that her student and teacher c

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Saturday arrested Manisha Mandhare, a Botany professor and member of the National Testing Agency’s (NTA) paper-setting committee for the 2026 NEET-UG exam held on May 3. Mandhare was taken into custody in Delhi after interrogation at the CBI headquarters. According to the CBI, Mandhare was a key source behind the leak of the NEET-UG 2026 Biology questions, acting as a “mastermind” following information obtained from retired Chemistr

The NEET UG 2026 exam was canceled after a confirmed paper leak, and a re-examination is scheduled for June 21 with admit cards available from June 14. Students can choose their exam city to reduce travel and ensure a fair testing process.   NEET 2026 Paper Leak Confirmed Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan confirmed that the NEET UG 2026 exam conducted on May 3 was compromised due to a leak facilitated through circulating guess papers. Complaints received by May 7 prompted the National Testing Agency to coordinate with central and state authorities for an immediate investigation. By May 12, officials confirmed that the original question paper had indeed been leaked. Pradhan acknowledged a “breach in the chain of command” and stated that the government is taking full responsibility for the lapse. To protect honest candidates from the effects of an organized network of fraudsters, referred to as the “education mafia,” the May 3 exam was canceled. Re-Examination Scheduled and Exam City Choice The NEET UG 2026 re-examination has been scheduled for June 21, 2026. Students will be allowed to select their preferred exam city to reduce travel burdens and ensure smoother logistics for lakhs of candidates. Admit cards will be released on June 14, and candidates can download them using their existing application credentials. Officials clarified that no fresh registration or additional fee is required, and all previous application data and exam center selections remain valid. The decision ensures fairness while maintaining the integrity of the national testing system. Transition to Computer-Based Testing From next year, NEET will shift to a computer-based test (CBT) format. This move aims to enhance exam security, reduce the risk of paper leaks, and align the test with other major competitive examinations. Students will need to adapt to digital testing methods, which will affect MBBS, BDS, and allied medical course aspirants. Investigation and Future Measures The government has ordered a CBI probe into the paper leak. Investigators are examining possible breaches at the printing and distribution stages, as well as circulation through WhatsApp and other channels. Over 22 lakh students had appeared for the original NEET UG 2026 exam. The Education Ministry emphasized that the re-exam and future digital testing reforms are designed to restore confidence in the competitive examination system and protect the interests of students nationwide. Candidates and parents are advised to monitor official NTA notifications for updates on exam schedules and guidelines.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has once again demanded the abolition of NEET-based medical admissions, following the controversy surrounding the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak. In a statement posted on X, CM Vijay called for a shift to admissions based on Class 12 marks, emphasizing that the recent paper leak incident exposed NEET’s “structural flaws.” He urged the Union government to allow states to handle medical seat allocations under the state quota using Class 12 scores, an appr

Students Furious After NEET-UG Re-Test Announcement The sudden decision to conduct a re-test for NEET-UG 2026 after an alleged paper leak in Rajasthan has triggered massive outrage among students and parents across Kolkata. Thousands of candidates who appeared for the highly competitive medical entrance examination on May 3 were left shocked after the National Testing Agency (NTA) announced that the examination would be cancelled and conducted again. Students said

The NEET 2026 paper leak case has taken a dramatic turn with investigators now focusing on the involvement of two brothers from Rajasthan and a doctor in Gurugram. The two brothers, Mangilal and Dinesh Biwal, are alleged to have purchased the NEET UG exam paper from a Gurugram doctor for a whopping Rs 30 lakh on April 26, a week before the examination. The paper was initially passed to one of the brother's sons in Sikar, a city in Rajasthan, who then reportedly sold it to various aspirants.

In a major development, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the cancellation of the NEET (UG) 2026 exam following allegations of a paper leak the night before the May 3 examination. The NTA, with approval from the Government of India, confirmed that the exam, which serves as the qualifying test for undergraduate medical courses across India, would now be re-conducted on fresh dates, which will be announced in the coming days. The decision to cancel the exam came after law enforcement agencies shared investigative findings, confirming that the exam process could not stand. In the wake of the cancellation, the NTA assured that no fresh registration would be required for the re-examination and that the previously paid fees would be refunded. The agency also stated that it would cooperate fully with the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), which has been tasked with further investigating the matter. The announcement triggered widespread protests from student organizations across the country, particularly in Delhi. One such protest, organized by the National Students' Union of India (NSUI), took place near Shastri Bhawan, the headquarters of the Union Education Ministry. The protesting students demanded clarity and accountability regarding the leak and the subsequent cancellation. In its statement, the NTA acknowledged the inconvenience caused to the students and their families but emphasized that the decision was made to preserve the integrity of the examination process. It further confirmed that candidates' registration details, examination centers, and other information would remain intact for the re-conducted exam. Candidates were advised to only rely on official communications from NTA for updates regarding the revised exam schedule. The NTA’s move is seen as an effort to restore public trust in the examination system, which has been rocked by the allegations of a paper leak. The re-examination is expected to be conducted using NTA's internal resources, with no additional charges for candidates.

UP Minister Sparks Debate Over Popular English Nursery Rhymes Yogendra Upadhyay, Uttar Pradesh Minister for Higher Education and Science and Technology, has sparked a debate after criticising popular English nursery rhymes such as “Johnny Johnny Yes Papa” and “Rain Rain Go Away”. Speaking at educational events in Agra and Lucknow, the minister said the rhymes were not aligned with Indian culture and values. According to him, some nursery rhymes promote ideas such as dishonesty and selfishness among children at an early age. Upadhyay said educational content for young students should reflect Indian traditions, ethics, and cultural values. His remarks have triggered discussions on social media and among educators regarding the role of traditional and foreign nursery rhymes in early childhood education. The comments have also reignited conversations around incorporating more Indian-themed learning material and culturally rooted content into school education systems across the country.

For the first time since July 2022, Americans are facing gas prices above $4.50 a gallon, with the national average hitting $4.52 as of May 6. This surge in fuel prices is placing significant political pressure on President Donald Trump, just five months before the 2024 US Midterm elections. Rising gas prices, coupled with low approval ratings, are adding to the growing dissatisfaction over his handling of key issues such as the economy, inflation, and international conflicts.