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'NEET papers sold for Rs 30-32 lakh, cops traced burnt documents', admit mastermind & students

The National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) 2024 paper leak fiasco saw a fresh twist on Thursday with the accused persons confessing before the police that question papers were arranged for certain candidates a day before the exam for which the aspirants shelled out close to Rs 30-32 lakh.

Jun 20, 2024

For just Rs 6000, Hakim Deen aided PAK terrorists in deadly pilgrim attack in J&K's Reasi district

Arrested by Jammu and Kashmir Police on Wednesday, Over Ground Worker Hakim Deen disclosed that three Pakistani terrorists were involved in attacking pilgrims of Shiv Khori shrine at Reasi on June 9

Jun 20, 2024

UGC-NET exam cancelled; accessibility failures for disabled candidates reveal dark side [details]

With the UGC-NET exam cancellation, a crucial issue has been brought forward by a disability rights advocate and a UGC-NET candidate on social media. Kavya Mukhija drew attention to the dismal conditions faced while appearing for the now-canceled examination.

Jun 20, 2024

Brutal assault at Kundanhalli Gate: B'luru Police's delayed response sparks outrage

A brutal assault at Kundanhalli Gate, leaving three individuals, including a young boy, severely injured, has raised serious concerns about police inaction and delayed response.

Jun 20, 2024

Inside out 2: A peek into our minds

The op-ed by Rhea Rajneesh delves into the complexities of self-perception and emotions as portrayed in the movies Inside Out and its sequel. It examines how the films represent basic and complex emotions, illustrating the challenges of growing up and understanding one's identity.

Jun 20, 2024

TN hooch tragedy: Kallakurichi death toll rises to 34, CM announces Rs 10 lakh compensation

The death toll in the hooch tragedy in Tamil Nadu's Kallakurichi district has risen to 34, confirmed Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Thursday, adding that a compensation of Rs 10 lakh will be paid to their families.

Jun 20, 2024

Shoring up Allies? After North Korea, Putin lands in Vietnam

Having been isolated on the international stage, Putin is seeking to shore up support from Russia's remaining allies.

Jun 20, 2024

Journalist faces legal action over power outage tweet; sparks public outcry [details]

Journalist Revathi Pogadadanda faces legal action for a tweet about a power outage and alleged harassment in Hyderabad. The incident has sparked outrage, raising questions about press freedom and the role of police and government in protecting or suppressing it.

Jun 19, 2024

PM Modi to lead Yoga Day celebrations in Srinagar on Friday; launch projects worth crores

PM Modi to lead Yoga Day celebrations in Srinagar on Friday; launch projects worth crores.

Jun 19, 2024

Reasi bus attack case: OGW arrested for providing logistics to terrorists involved in attacking devotees

Ten days after a gruesome terror attack, J&K Police arrested a person for helping the terrorists to accomplish their nefarious design. Nine devotees lost their lives while 40 others were injured in a terror attack on a bus in the Reasi district of J&K.

Jun 19, 2024

Two more terrorists killed in Kashmir; three in last two days

Anti-terror operations have been intensified in Kashmir Valley ahead of the coming annual pilgrimage of the cave shrine of Shri Amarnath.

Jun 19, 2024

Calcutta HC directs 1 % reservation for transgender persons in public employment

In another landmark decision regarding the transgender community, the Calcutta High Court has issued directions to the West Bengal government to ensure 1% reservation for all transgender persons in public employment in the State.

Jun 19, 2024

Kerala CM writes to PM Modi on denial of travel permission to Veena George

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has written a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the issue of the External Affairs Ministry's non-response to Kerala Minister for Health Veena George's visit to Kuwait to coordinate relief efforts following the fire incident.

Jun 19, 2024

Woman passenger booked for biting ground staff in Lucknow before boarding Mumbai flight

A woman passenger, who was supposed to board a flight for Mumbai, has been booked by the Lucknow police after she allegedly attacked and bit an airline ground crew member at the Lucknow airport, the police said.

Jun 19, 2024

"Don't forget Kanishka bombing": India reminds world as Canada Parliament 'honours' slain Nijjar with 'moment of silence'

India reminded the world bombing of Air India flight 182 (Kanishka) in which 329 people, including 86 children, were killed.

Jun 19, 2024