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National Testing Agency Director General Abhishek Singh accepted responsibility for cancelling NEET UG 2026 over leak allegations and said re-exam dates would be announced within 7–10 days. The Centre has ordered a CBI probe while assuring strict action against culprits
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The GHMC has begun a major beautification project at the Telangana Thalli flyover near the Secretariat in Hyderabad. The earlier Buddha-themed murals are being replaced with eco-friendly artwork highlighting Telangana’s heritage, festivals and biodiversity as part of a Rs 60 lakh revamp
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The cancellation of NEET-UG 2026 has triggered outrage across Telangana’s medical community, with doctors’ associations, students, and public health experts condemning the systemic failure, blaming the National Testing Agency and the Central Government, and demanding reforms to safeguard merit and credibility in medical admissions.
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The CBI and Rajasthan Police have intensified the NEET 2026 paper leak probe, detaining 16 suspects across multiple states. Investigators suspect an inter-state network spanning Maharashtra, Haryana, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu involved in distributing leaked exam material
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The Sports Journalists Federation of India announced that former World Chess Champion Viswanathan Anand will receive the SJFI Medal 2024 at a ceremony in Chennai on June 24. The federation praised Anand’s immense contribution to Indian sports and his inspirational achievements in chess
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Vihaan Jain carded a brilliant five-under 67 to take a three-shot lead after the opening round of the IGU Andhra Pradesh Junior Boys Golf Championship at East Point Golf Club in Visakhapatnam. Chaitanya Pandey and Aman Oswal shared the lead in Category B
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Rishiket Sisodia, Mote Jashwanth and Chandan Sahani smashed brilliant centuries as Deccan Wanderers, Central Excise and Evergreen secured impressive wins in the HCA A-Division T-20 League-cum-knock-out tournament. Hyderabad Blues and Sportive also recorded dominant victories in B-Division matches
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The Delhi High Court sought responses from the Centre and Prasar Bharati on a plea demanding broadcast rights for FIFA World Cup 2026. The petitioner argues citizens’ right to access matches, while the court will hear the matter on May 20
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Opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Arvind Kejriwal, attacked the Centre after NEET-UG 2026 was cancelled over alleged paper leaks. They accused the government and NTA of administrative failure
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced that I4C and Reserve Bank Innovation Hub signed an MoU to combat cyber fraud and detect mule accounts using artificial intelligence. The collaboration aims to strengthen fraud detection systems and improve security across the banking ecosystem
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India said reports of China providing technical support to Pakistan during Operation Sindoor confirmed what was already known. The Ministry of External Affairs stated that nations supporting attempts to protect terrorist infrastructure should reflect on how such actions affect their standing and reputation
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Royal Challengers Bengaluru must deliver a stronger batting performance against Kolkata Knight Riders’ in-form bowling attack in Raipur. With playoff spots at stake, both sides face pressure as RCB seeks consistency and KKR fights to keep their campaign alive
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The Delhi High Court set aside the Centre’s decision rejecting The Wire founding editor Siddharth Varadarajan’s plea for conversion of his PIO status to OCI. The court directed authorities to reconsider the application and pass a reasoned order in accordance with the law
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Four members of a family, including two minors, died after a fire broke out in their home in Kumhari town of Chhattisgarh’s Durg district, followed by a gas cylinder explosion. Authorities suspect an electrical spark may have triggered the tragedy
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Dr Reddy’s Laboratories reported an 86 per cent decline in consolidated profit after tax for the March quarter at Rs 221.3 crore, mainly due to lower generics sales in North America. The company, however, recorded growth in India and European generics businesses
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The cancellation of NEET-UG 2026 following allegations of irregularities has left more than 22 lakh students awaiting fresh examination dates and further instructions. The NTA has confirmed a re-exam, while the Centre has ordered a CBI probe into the matter
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Bandi Sai Bageerath, son of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay, accused in a POCSO case, has evaded arrest and sought anticipatory bail from the Telangana High Court. Meanwhile, the police officials planto re-record the victim’s statement, while Bageerath remains absconding.
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A Kerala Fast Track POCSO court in Idukki sentenced 44-year-old Rajesh to 24 years imprisonment for sexually assaulting a 5-year-old girl in 2024. The court also imposed a ₹2.2 lakh fine and directed compensation support for the victim
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DVSR Murthy, a 1998 batch Indian Postal Service officer, assumed charge as the Chief Postmaster General of Telangana Circle on Tuesday. Previously serving in the J&K Postal Circle, he has held several important positions in the Department of Posts during his career
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The Telangana Jail Museum and ‘Feel the Jail’ experience were inaugurated at the Chanchalguda Prison Complex in Hyderabad. The initiative allows visitors to explore prison history and experience simulated imprisonment while promoting awareness about prison reforms and rehabilitation efforts
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The Supreme Court of India Collegium, headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant, approved the appointment of nine advocates as judges of the Calcutta High Court. The recommendations will now be forwarded to the Centre for final clearance and presidential approval
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An Etihad Airways flight from Chennai to Abu Dhabi was cancelled on Tuesday after engineers detected a hydraulic leak moments before takeoff. Emergency protocols were activated and passengers were safely evacuated.
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India will supply 80,000 tonnes of fertiliser to Nepal under a government-to-government arrangement after Kathmandu sought help due to supply disruptions linked to West Asia tensions. The shipment aims to support Nepal’s agriculture during the upcoming farming season
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Teacher and writer Banibrata Mahanta won the Muse India Translation Award 2025 for translating Kusum Khemani’s Hindi novel Lavanyadevi. The award received 103 entries from 18 Indian languages and carries a cash prize of Rs 25,000 along with a framed certificate
