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NEET paper leak: Password-protected PDF sold on WhatsApp, Telegram for Rs 10 lakh; CBI finds syndicate at play
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has made two further arrests in connection with the NEET-UG 2026 question paper leak case. The accused have been identified as Dhananjay Lokhanda and Manisha Waghmare. Lokhanda was arrested from Ahilyanagar while Waghmare was nabbed from Pune. The agency also carried out searches at 14 different locations across India during the past 24 hours as part of its ongoing investigation.
IMD monsoon update: These states to receive heavy rains in coming days, alerts issued
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rainfall alert for several parts of the country, including northeast India and southern states, over the coming days. The weather agency has also shared a major update on the progress of the southwest monsoon, saying conditions are becoming favourable for its further advancement.
Fuel price hike on cards? After Hardeep Puri, RBI Governor flags Gulf conflict impact on oil markets
India may soon feel a stronger impact of the ongoing conflict in West Asia, with rising global crude oil prices likely to affect consumers if disruptions continue, RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said. Addressing the 12th high-level conference on the International Monetary System, organised jointly by the International Monetary Fund and the Swiss National Bank, Malhotra said the Indian government has so far absorbed much of the pressure caused by higher international oil prices.
Amul raises milk prices again, consumers to pay Rs 2 more per litre from May 14
Leading dairy brand Amul has once again increased milk prices, raising rates by Rs 2 per litre across several of its popular milk products. The revised prices will come into effect from May 14 and will apply to multiple markets across the country where Amul products are sold. The latest increase is expected to put additional pressure on household budgets at a time when families are already dealing with rising food prices and higher living costs.
PM Modi to embark on five-nation visit from May 15 to 20; energy, defence and trade in focus
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a five-nation visit from May 15 to 20 during which he will visit the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Italy, said the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) in a release on Monday. The focus of this visit will be on ensuring energy security for India amid disruptions in global supply chains due to the US-Iran war in the Middle East.
India rejects report of India-UAE pact for evacuation via Fujairah port, calls claim 'fake news'
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has firmly dismissed media reports suggesting that India and the United Arab Emirates are working on an agreement to evacuate Indian nationals from the UAE via Fujairah port. The government clarified that there is “no basis in fact” to such claims and no evacuation plan is currently under consideration.
Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani named next Chief of Defence Staff
Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani has been appointed as the next Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of India. He will also take charge as Secretary of the Department of Military Affairs from the date he assumes office. The appointment was announced ahead of the completion of the tenure of the current Chief of Defence Staff, General Anil Chauhan, who is set to retire on May 30, 2026.
Election Commission says over 68 lakh attempts foiled on counting day to hack EC's result portal
Two days after the results for the assembly elections were declared, the Election Commission on Wednesday said there were more than 68 lakh attempts from India and abroad targeting its key election platforms, including the results portal on May 4 when votes were being counted for five assemblies. In a statement, the poll authority said ECINET cybersecurity protocols resulted in "effectively countering" over 68 lakh malicious hits on the counting day originating from within and overseas targeting key election platforms, including the results portal.
Bhagwant Mann govt's Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna emerges as lifesaver, 1 lakh dialysis sessions performed
The Bhagwant Mann government's Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna (MMSY) has emerged as a lifesaver for the kidney patients as around 1 lakh dialysis procedures, worth Rs 16.5 crore, have been performed under the scheme. As chronic kidney disease rises across India, government-backed cashless dialysis programmes are emerging as a lifeline. Yet experts warn that survival is still being shaped more by access and affordability than by cure.
Two wanted fugitives Kamlesh Parekh and Aalok Kumar brought back to India from UAE in fraud case
In a significant breakthrough, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), working closely with the Ministry of External Affairs and the Ministry of Home Affairs, has brought back two wanted fugitives from the United Arab Emirates to India. Both accused were returned on May 1, 2026, after coordinated efforts between Indian and UAE authorities.
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