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Digvijaya Singh writes to PM Modi, calls for govt white paper on exam leaks, action taken

Senior Congress leader Digvijaya Singh has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He requested a white paper on paper leaks in NTA exams over the last eight years. This aims to restore student faith in the system. The paper would detail investigations and actions taken.

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Coal block 'scam': Delhi court discharges Hindalco

A Delhi court has discharged Hindalco Industries and two former executives in a coal block case. The court found no evidence of illegal acts or criminal conspiracy. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) failed to prove criminal breach of trust or cheating. The court stated that the allocation letter did…

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Court summons Naveen Jindal, ex-coal secretary in Gare Palma coal block case

A Delhi court has summoned industrialist Naveen Jindal and former coal secretary P C Parekh. This follows a CBI chargesheet alleging irregularities in the Gare Palma IV/1 coal block allocation. The investigation began over a decade ago. The court found sufficient material to proceed with the case. The accused face…

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'Insult to SC': Congress on Arunachal CM having 'control' over files amid CBI probe

The Congress party has accused the BJP of defying the Supreme Court in Arunachal Pradesh. Chief Minister Pema Khandu reportedly still controls files crucial for a CBI investigation into contract allegations. The Congress leader Jairam Ramesh stated this is an insult to the judiciary and the constitution.

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NEET paper leak: Delhi court extends judicial custody of 5 accused till June 15

A Delhi court has extended the judicial custody of five individuals accused in the NEET paper leak case. Their custody will now continue until June 15. The Central Bureau of Investigation is handling the investigation. The National Testing Agency had previously cancelled the May 3 NEET exam due to paper…

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CBI arrests two main accused in Uttarakhand LUCC chit fund scam

The CBI has apprehended two key figures in the Rs 800 crore LUCC chitfund scam. Kishan Jain and Pankaj Jain were arrested in Mumbai. Over one lakh investors were allegedly defrauded by the Loni Urban Multi State Credit and Thrift Co-operative Society. The Uttarakhand High Court transferred the cases to…

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UK’s growing green economy worth more than £100bn a year, research finds

Net zero industry accounts for more than a million jobs and benefits whole country, according to CBI Economics

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NEET paper leak: Delhi court sends 3 accused to 14 days' judicial custody

A Delhi court has sent three individuals to judicial custody in the NEET paper leak case. The accused include a physics translator, a paediatrician, and a physics tutor. The CBI alleges their involvement in distributing the leaked examination paper for financial gain. This development follows the cancellation of the NEET…

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Supreme Court refuses to accept plea to conduct NEET-UG retest in CBT mode

The Supreme Court has rejected a request to conduct the NEET-UG 2026 re-test in computer-based format. Justices stated the National Testing Agency (NTA) faces too many issues. The re-examination is scheduled for June 21. The court emphasized the NTA's current pressures. Future NEET exams may shift to computer-based testing after…

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Parliamentary panel to meet today amid NEET-UG paper leak row

A Parliamentary committee will meet to discuss examination methods, including pen-and-paper versus computer-based tests. They will also review the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate 2026 and the National Testing Agency. Discussions will cover Grade 12 CBSE exams and the three-language formula. These meetings follow recent controversies and ongoing probes…

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Tamil Nadu: AIADMK whip Krishnamoorthy meets Governor, seeks action against 'horse-trading' by TVK

AIADMK has approached the Tamil Nadu Governor alleging political horse-trading by the ruling TVK party. This follows the resignation of four AIADMK MLAs who subsequently joined TVK. The AIADMK has submitted a petition seeking a CBI inquiry into the matter. They also expressed concern over the Speaker's swift acceptance of…

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NEET paper leak: CBI, government officials apprise Par panel of steps taken to prevent leakage in June 21 retest

Top officials of the Union Education Ministry led by Higher Education Secretary Vineet Joshi, NTA Director General Abhishek Singh and officials of the National Medical Commission (NMC) including its chairman Abhijat Chandrakant Sheth also appeared before the panel.

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Mother-in-law and husband arrested over ‘dowry death’ case that has rocked India

Twisha Sharma’s family allege she was tortured to death after her family failed to provide enough dowry

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Twisha Sharma Death Case: CBI seeks five-day remand for Giribala; asks for five-day custody extension for Samarth Singh

Twisha Sharma Death Case: The CBI has requested a five-day remand for Twisha Sharma's mother-in-law, Giribala Singh, and an extension for accused Samarth Singh in a dowry death case. Giribala, a former judge, was arrested after her anticipatory bail was cancelled by the Madhya Pradesh High Court. The Supreme Court…

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Govt exploring option of using IAF for transportation of NEET retest papers

The Indian government is considering using the Indian Air Force to transport NEET-UG exam papers for the retest scheduled on June 21. This option was discussed at a high-level meeting involving the Defence Minister, Education Minister, and Communications Minister. The final decision rests with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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CBI arrests Twisha Sharma's mother-in-law Giribala Singh after MP High Court quashes anticipatory bail

The Central Bureau of Investigation has arrested Giribala Singh, a retired district judge. The arrest occurred at her Bhopal residence. This action followed the Madhya Pradesh High Court's decision to cancel her anticipatory bail. A sessions court had previously granted her this bail. The High Court's order cited factual aspects…

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AIADMK MP demands CBI inquiry into 4 MLA's resignation, switch to TVK

AIADMK MP M Dhanapal has demanded a CBI investigation into the recent resignations of four party MLAs. These legislators joined the ruling TVK party immediately after quitting their assembly seats. Dhanapal alleges significant financial transactions behind these defections. This development follows a recent patch-up between AIADMK factions.

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NEET-UG paper leak: How CBI arrested ‘God’ in Maharashtra through Whatsapp

The CBI has arrested two more individuals in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case. A Latur-based paediatrician and a Pune-based physics teacher are now in custody. This brings the total number of arrests to thirteen. Investigators are examining digital evidence and financial transactions. The probe continues to uncover the extent…

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Twisha Sharma case: Giribala Singh's anticipatory bail quashed by the MP High Court

Twisha Sharma death case: The Madhya Pradesh High Court has cancelled the anticipatory bail of former judge Giribala Singh. This decision relates to the death of Twisha Sharma. The court's order quashed the bail granted earlier by a sessions court. Twisha Sharma's husband, Samarth Singh, was sent to CBI custody.…

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NEET leak: Delhi court remands kingpin Prahlad Vithalrao Kulkarni to 14 days' judicial custody

A Delhi court has ordered the 14-day detention of chemistry lecturer Prahlad Kulkarni, identified as a prime suspect in the NEET paper leak incident. With connections to the NTA, he had unauthorized access to the exam materials. Thus far, the CBI's investigations have led to the arrest of 13 individuals.

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Trial in Manipur ethnic violence cases needs to be expedited: SC

The Supreme Court is pushing for faster trials in the Manipur ethnic violence cases. Authorities have been asked to submit a status report. Chargesheets have been filed in many cases. The court is also focusing on providing legal aid to victims' families. This follows a period of significant violence and…

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NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case: CBI arrests Pune faculty, Latur doctor; total arrests reach 13

The CBI has arrested two more people in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case. This brings the total number of arrests to thirteen. The new arrests include a doctor from Latur and a faculty member from a Pune coaching institute. The investigation is ongoing to uncover the full conspiracy.

The Economic Times

Corporate Majdoor Janta Party: Gurgaon professional’s satirical manifesto goes viral, CBI audit of CTC vs in-hand salary among promises

A former Amazon employee has created a satirical political party called the Corporate Majdoor Janta Party. The party's manifesto humorously addresses corporate issues like layoffs and meetings. The post has gone viral on LinkedIn, resonating with many professionals. This initiative is inspired by a similar online movement. The party's satirical…

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Twisha Sharma death: Police followed due process, handed probe to CBI on family's request, says DGP

Madhya Pradesh DGP Kailash Makwana stated police followed procedures in the Twisha Sharma case. He confirmed the state recommended a CBI probe at the family's request. The CBI has re-registered an FIR against Twisha's husband and mother-in-law. Makwana further discussed efforts to make Madhya Pradesh Naxal-free and plans to fill…

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Excise case: HC lists CBI plea against Kejriwal, Sisodia's discharge on July 16

The Delhi High Court will hear the CBI's plea on July 16. This plea challenges the trial court's order discharging Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia, and Durgesh Pathak in the liquor policy case. The court noted that vakalatnamas were filed for the unrepresented AAP leaders. Lawyers abstaining from work led to…

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