The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducted the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination on Sunday under extensive security arrangements across the country, following the cancellation of the original May 3 exam amid an ongoing question paper leak investigation. Thousands of medical aspirants arrived at examination centres in cities including New Delhi, Bengaluru and Imphal, where authorities implemented strict verification procedures. Candidates underwent frisking and identity checks before entering the venues. The NTA had earlier advised students to carry their admit cards, valid photo identification and passport-size photographs, while also reminding them to arrive early and avoid carrying prohibited items. The examination was held…
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced a change in the examination centre for certain candidates appearing in Re-NEET UG 2026 in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. The revision has been made due to administrative reasons, and affected candidates have been issued fresh admit cards containing the updated venue details. According to the official notification, candidates who were previously allotted the Harivansh Rai Bachchan Cultural Centre at the University of Allahabad will now take the examination at a different location within the same university campus. The move is intended to ensure the smooth conduct of the re-examination. The earlier examination centre was…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s meeting with US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Evian, France, has reignited debate over the nature of India-US relations and the importance of maintaining mutual respect in the partnership. The meeting took place under difficult circumstances. Just days earlier, American military actions reportedly struck multiple vessels carrying Indian sailors, resulting in the deaths of three Indian nationals. Despite the seriousness of the incident, there was no public indication that the United States offered an apology or formally expressed regret. During his discussions, Modi emphasized broader principles such as the protection…
India has temporarily restricted access to Telegram amid concerns that the messaging platform could be used to facilitate cheating and spread misinformation ahead of the re-conducted National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG), one of the country’s most important medical entrance examinations. The move comes just days before millions of students are scheduled to retake the NEET-UG examination on June 21 after the original test held in May was cancelled following allegations of a paper leak. The controversy triggered nationwide protests and prompted a wider investigation into examination security and administrative failures. The National Testing Agency (NTA), which conducts the exam,…
Ahead of a planned protest at Jantar Mantar on June 20, Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, raising concerns over student suicides linked to examination-related controversies and demanding stronger accountability within the education system. In his letter, Dipke urged the government to provide compensation of Rs 1 crore to the families of students who allegedly died by suicide amid uncertainty surrounding examinations and alleged paper leak incidents. He claimed that 11 students had died in recent weeks, including five within the last 48 hours, and argued that confusion over possible re-examinations had…
India’s gold imports have fallen sharply following the government’s decision to increase customs duty on the precious metal, with monthly imports dropping by more than 65%, according to a senior government official. The decline comes amid weaker domestic demand and restrictions on import channels after banks lost their status as designated gold importers. Before the duty revision, India imported between 75 and 100 metric tonnes (MT) of gold every month. Since the increase, monthly imports have fallen to around 25–30 MT. Officials attribute the slowdown to both higher import costs and reduced consumer demand, as rising gold prices have discouraged…
Oil prices could continue to trend lower following the interim agreement between the United States and Iran, according to Goldman Sachs oil trading executive Jerome Dortmans. While markets have already priced in much of the impact from the ceasefire extension and the gradual reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, analysts believe crude prices may slowly decline as geopolitical tensions ease. Brent crude, which surged to around $118 per barrel during the height of the US-Iran conflict, has fallen to approximately $76 per barrel. Although prices remain above the levels seen at the beginning of the year, the sharp decline reflects…
Intel shares surged nearly 9% in premarket trading after US President Donald Trump announced that the semiconductor giant had secured a major agreement with Apple to manufacture chips in the United States. The development marks a significant milestone for Intel as it seeks to strengthen its position in the global semiconductor industry and revive its foundry business. According to reports, Intel stock rose as much as 9% before the opening bell, while Apple shares recorded modest gains. The partnership is expected to help Apple diversify its chip manufacturing operations, which have long relied heavily on Taiwan-based chipmaker TSMC. By adding…
A new report by the Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW) has highlighted significant vulnerabilities in India’s energy security, revealing that the country’s strategic petroleum reserves currently cover only around 9–10 days of net crude oil imports. This is substantially lower than other major import-dependent economies such as Japan and South Korea, which maintain reserves capable of meeting more than 200 days of import requirements. The report, titled How Secure is India’s Energy Future? Assessing Accessibility, Reliability, and Affordability, points to India’s heavy dependence on imported fossil fuels as a key concern. More than 85% of the country’s crude…
Imtiaz Ali’s Main Vaapas Aaunga offers a poignant reflection on the human cost of Partition, standing apart from the wave of nationalist films dominating contemporary Bollywood. Rather than using history to fuel division, the film encourages audiences to confront the trauma of the past with empathy, remembrance, and a desire for reconciliation. At the heart of the story is Ishar Singh Grewal, portrayed with remarkable depth by Naseeruddin Shah. Grewal is a man haunted by memories of 1947, carrying emotional scars that his family struggles to understand. Through his character, the film explores how the wounds of Partition continue to…