Category: India

Rahul Gandhi criticized Prime Minister Modi over the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak, questioning the inaction of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Gandhi drew parallels to the 2024 leak, highlighting repeated paper leaks and the government’s response. The NEET-UG 2026 exam was cancelled due to paper leaks, affecting 23 lakh aspirants,…

US forecasts a significant drop in Indian visitors by over 4% in 2026, making it the second largest overseas source market after the UK. This decline is attributed to visa issues, reduced flight connectivity, high airfares, and a depreciating rupee. Japan and Brazil are expected to surpass India in visitor…

Prime Minister Modi’s Netherlands visit concluded with a strategic partnership upgrade, marked by 17 key outcomes. A significant development includes Tata Electronics’ pact with ASML for a semiconductor facility in Dholera, boosting India’s ambitions. Modi also lauded the Indian diaspora’s role in strengthening bilateral ties. …

CNG prices in Delhi and NCR have seen another hike, with the latest increase of Re 1 per kg on Sunday. This follows two previous hikes, totaling Rs 3 in just two days after elections concluded. The Congress criticised the government, calling it a “cash collection” drive. This comes amid…

Prime Minister Modi warned that global challenges like pandemics, wars, and energy crises could push a large population back into poverty, potentially undoing decades of progress. He highlighted India’s “unprecedented” transformation under his leadership, urging the diaspora to join the nation’s journey towards becoming a developed country. …

Tragedy struck Rajouri’s Mohra village as a 60-year-old man succumbed to suspected food poisoning after consuming a wild vegetable. Seven others, including two young children, were hospitalized following the incident affecting two families. Investigations are underway to determine the exact cause of the severe illness that led to the fatality…

Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district is under a massive security sweep following a foiled infiltration bid. Forces are conducting extensive searches across multiple locations after an intruder was neutralized near the Line of Control. Heightened security measures, including stringent vehicle checks, are in place amid unconfirmed reports of a high-profile…

India has once again rejected the Court of Arbitration formed under the Indus Waters Treaty. The External Affairs Ministry stated that India never recognized the court’s establishment. Any proceedings or awards from this court are considered null and void. India’s decision to keep the Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance remains…

Amidst the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak scandal, the government has appointed four new officials to key positions within the National Testing Agency (NTA). The CBI continues its investigation, recently arresting a senior teacher from Pune identified as a key source of leaked Biology questions. Protests and legal challenges are escalating,…

The CBI has secured 10 days custody of accused Manisha Waghmare and PV Kulkarni in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case. Both are alleged to be part of a larger conspiracy to obtain and distribute leaked exam papers. Investigators claim a senior teacher leaked Biology questions, while a retired professor…

Kerala CM-designate VD Satheesan and senior leader KC Venugopal dismissed reports of internal feuds, asserting that all organizational and cabinet decisions are made jointly through consultations. The oath-taking ceremony for the new Congress-led UDF government is scheduled for May 18, with cabinet formation discussions underway. …

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has intensified his attack on the Centre regarding the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak. He is demanding the immediate removal of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The National Testing Agency cancelled the examination due to evidence of question paper circulation. The Central Bureau of Investigation is investigating…

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday said that the national capital has secured a place in the highest ‘Exemplar’ category in the Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS) 2025 Index, marking a major jump from its earlier ‘Achiever’ status. …

The Tamil Nadu Lok Bhavan has announced portfolio allocations for the new cabinet. Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay will lead the government. He has retained key departments. Other ministers have been assigned portfolios including finance, health, and education. This marks a significant administrative development for the new government. …

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant clarified his remarks comparing some unemployed youth to ‘cockroaches,’ stating his comments were misquoted and targeted individuals using fake degrees in professions. He expressed pride in India’s youth, calling them pillars of a developed nation, and emphasized his respect for them. The clarification followed…