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NEET UG 2026: Police use water cannons on Congress workers protesting over NEET irregularities in Jaipur to stop the march

Congress workers marched in Jaipur protesting NEET UG exam irregularities. They demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Police used water cannons to disperse the crowd. The National Testing Agency's credibility was questioned. The future of nearly 22 lakh students was affected by alleged paper leaks.

The Economic Times

Mumbai University 2026 UG admissions open: Check important dates, steps to apply, courses offered, documents needed and other guidelines

Mumbai University's undergraduate admissions for 2026-27 are closing soon. Candidates have until May 21, 2026, to register. The first merit list will be out on May 26, 2026. Subsequent lists will follow. Classes begin June 13, 2026. Students can apply for various courses online.

The Economic Times

NEET paper leak: CBI questions director of coaching centre in Maharashtra's Latur

The Central Bureau of Investigation is actively probing the NEET (UG) paper leak. Officials questioned Shivraj Motegaonkar, director of Renukai Chemistry Classes in Latur. A 28-member CBI team is camping in the city. The agency previously detained a retired faculty member involved in NEET paper setting. The NEET (UG) 2026…

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NEET paper leak: CBI gets 2-day transit remand of accused Shubham Khairnar held in Nashik

A court in Mumbai has sent an accused, Shubham Khairnar, arrested in Nashik for the alleged NEET paper leak, to a two-day transit remand for the CBI. The central agency took Khairnar into custody late Tuesday night. He was produced before a magistrate's court where the CBI sought his transit…

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‘No re-registration, no fresh fee’: Govt assures NEET-UG 2026 re-test after probe into alleged leak

NEET-UG 2026 has been cancelled following paper leak allegations. Gujarat minister Praful Pansheriya assured students no new registration or fees are required for the rescheduled exam. The Centre has ordered a CBI probe into the irregularities. This marks the second consecutive year of NEET disruptions. The NTA aims to restore…

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Congress' Kumari Selja accuses Modi Govt of asking citizens to 'Sacrifice' amidst economic crisis and exam scams

Congress leader Kumari Selja has voiced strong opposition to the central government in light of deteriorating economic conditions that have left many struggling. Instead of solutions, she asserts that citizens are being nudged to make unnecessary sacrifices. Furthermore, Selja did not shy away from condemning the recent NEET-UG paper leak,…

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NEET cancellations: A look at the toughest medical exams across the globe

India's NEET (UG) 2026 exam was cancelled due to alleged paper leaks, prompting a CBI inquiry and a re-examination. This mirrors global challenges in medical admissions, where rigorous exams like USMLE, MCAT, GAMSAT, MRCP, and PLAB also face scrutiny and possess demanding pass rates, filtering for the most capable aspiring…

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Why NEET UG 2026 has been cancelled

The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Tuesday, May 12 announced the cancellation of the NEET (UG) 2026 examination held on May 3, following allegations of a question paper leak. The exam will be reconducted on a later date, the agency said in a press release.

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FAIMA demands time-bound probe, strict accountability in NEET paper 'leak'

The Federation of All India Medical Association demands a swift investigation into the NEET-UG exam paper leak. They seek accountability for those responsible for the cancellation. This incident has deeply affected lakhs of aspirants. FAIMA emphasizes the need for transparency and fairness in medical education.

The Economic Times

Anti-Islamic biker gang members hired to run security at controversial Gaza aid sites

More than 10 Infidels MC members deployed to sites run by US- and Israeli-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation

The Guardian - US

'Not good enough': Coldplay fans rage over 'disastrous' rescheduling of Wembley concerts due to Tube strikes

The Chris Martin-fronted band are rescheduling the final two dates of their 10-show run in London

Evening Standard

JNU academic calendars disturbed due to CUET UG result delay, NET cancellation

However, Santishree denied that the university will shorten winter break and hold extra classes in view of delayed admission. Read further on Dynamite News:

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DU to offer 1 seat in UG, PG courses to single girl children under supernumerary quota

This is the first time the university is offering seats to single girl children under the supernumerary quota. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Four-year UG programmes to be rolled out in Kerala on July 1

Kerala introduces four-year undergraduate programs with flexible course options and skill enhancement focus starting July 1.

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SGOU gets UGC approval for 6 four-year degree programmes

BA in Malayalam, English, History and Sociology; as well as BBA and BCom programmes will be converted to the new structure from this year.

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SGOU examination centre change

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Dindigul Campus Connect

FITO launched at SAIIC exhibition, Graduation Day at Theni Kammavar Sangam College, Convocation at Kalasalingam University, MoU signed with IITM Pravarthek.

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SMPTE Now Hosting IMF User Group

IMF User Group was launched in 2016 under the auspices of the Hollywood Professional Association

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Calicut varsity to start music centre

University of Calicut to start music training centre, resume merit scholarships based on 1st semester marks.

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AICTE to regulate BBA, BCA; curriculum being vetted

AICTE to regulate UG courses like BBA, BCA from 2024-25; easing career advancement for working professionals, introducing textbooks in regional languages, granting autonomy to polytechnic colleges and permitting industry collaborations for issuing degrees.

The Hindu

Congress MP seeks probe into violation of quota in universities

Congress leader B. Manickam Tagore has written a letter to PM Modi seeking an investigation into violation of reservation policies for Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe and Other Backward Class students by deemed Universities

The Hindu

UGC chairman wants Karnataka govt. not to scrap NEP

UGC Chairman urges Karnataka to reconsider decision to scrap NEP-2020, citing interests of students. Policy aims to improve GER to 50% by 2035, with focus on rural students. UGC interacting with States, VCs to implement NEP-2020. Karnataka must consider students' interests while framing SEP. UGC proposes scrapping grading system for…

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UGC chairman to address JSS AHER convocation on Monday

Mamidala Jagadesh Kumar, UGC Chairman, to address JSS AHER's 14th annual convocation. 2,546 graduates to receive degrees/diplomas, 49 PhDs, 55 toppers to receive medals/awards. JSS AHER has 8,434 students, 667 teaching faculty, 517 non-teaching staff. 95 new programs, incl. DM Cardiology, MBA in Pharmacy Admin, M.Sc in Synthetic Biology, B.Sc…

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UGC approves draft framework for curriculum for PG courses

UGC to bring out curriculum for PG courses; offers flexibility to move from one discipline to another, opt for PG diploma, switch to alternative modes of learning. Flexibility for UG major/minor holders to opt for either major/minor in PG. Multiple entry/single exit, different designs of PG courses.

The Hindu

IIT Madras opens offshore campus in Zanzibar, Tanzania

IIT Madras launches Zanzibar campus; 50 students admitted. 8 Indian students join PG programme. 22 UG students from Africa, 40% women. IIT to invest in knowledge, Zanzibar govt to bear expenses. 5 new programmes planned in 5 yrs. Banks to facilitate loans for Indian students. Permanent campus to be built…

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