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Neet-UG re-exam was error-free and flawless: NTA DG Abhishek Singh

The NTA said the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination was conducted under extensive security measures, including biometric authentication, CCTV surveillance and multi-layered monitoring

Neet-UG re-exam was error-free and flawless: NTA DG Abhishek Singh
Updated On : 22 Jun 2026 | 12:23 PM IST

Death toll rises to 5 in ammonia gas leak incident in TN's Tiruvallur

The incident happened at Kannigaipair village near Periyapalayam

Death toll rises to 5 in ammonia gas leak incident in TN's Tiruvallur
Updated On : 22 Jun 2026 | 11:27 AM IST

Delhi to see light rain, thunderstorms; heavy rain alert in northeast India

IMD forecasts light rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds in Delhi for today, while a red alert for heavy rainfall remains in place for several states, including Assam and Meghalaya

Delhi to see light rain, thunderstorms; heavy rain alert in northeast India
Updated On : 22 Jun 2026 | 9:02 AM IST

Neet re-exam successfully held: NTA dismisses video claiming paper leak

The agency said the exam was conducted successfully under comprehensive security and surveillance

Neet re-exam successfully held: NTA dismisses video claiming paper leak
Updated On : 22 Jun 2026 | 7:51 AM IST

CBSE processes 87% of Class XII re-evaluation applications in first phase

The board has started releasing revised Class XII results through DigiLocker, with outcomes for most re-evaluation and verification applications now available to students

CBSE processes 87% of Class XII re-evaluation applications in first phase
Updated On : 21 Jun 2026 | 9:38 PM IST

PM Modi commissions three indigenously built naval ships in Kolkata

The vessels were designed by the Indian Navy's Warship Design Bureau and built by Kolkata-based Defence PSU Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Ltd

PM Modi commissions three indigenously built naval ships in Kolkata
Updated On : 21 Jun 2026 | 5:42 PM IST

PM Modi waits at airport so NEET candidates reach centres without hassle

PM Modi delayed his departure from Delhi airport after returning from Kolkata to ensure NEET-UG re-exam candidates faced no traffic disruptions en route to centres

PM Modi waits at airport so NEET candidates reach centres without hassle
Updated On : 21 Jun 2026 | 4:57 PM IST

Dipke, CJP supporters continue sit-in overnight protest at Jantar Mantar

Abhijeet Dipke's overnight sit-in at Jantar Mantar entered its second day, with protesters demanding Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over the NEET row

Dipke, CJP supporters continue sit-in overnight protest at Jantar Mantar
Updated On : 21 Jun 2026 | 4:10 PM IST

Neet-UG retest today: 2.2 million aspirants to appear under tight security

The re-examination comes nearly seven weeks after the May 3 test was cancelled over paper leak allegations, triggering protests and calls for a fresh examination

Neet-UG retest today: 2.2 million aspirants to appear under tight security
Updated On : 21 Jun 2026 | 1:04 PM IST

Security beefed up across Delhi for smooth conduct of Neet retest

Adequate police deployment, traffic regulation measures and crowd management arrangements have been made to prevent any untoward incident

Security beefed up across Delhi for smooth conduct of Neet retest
Updated On : 21 Jun 2026 | 11:55 AM IST

Parl panel to study India's economic conditions amid global uncertainties

Parliamentary panels select their subjects soon after they are constituted. But they are at liberty to select additional subjects keeping in mind evolving circumstances

Parl panel to study India's economic conditions amid global uncertainties
Updated On : 21 Jun 2026 | 10:39 AM IST

PM Modi leads Yoga Day celebrations from Kolkata, says yoga unites world

PM Modi underscored the need for a balanced personal lifestyle that yoga teaches, and the need to embrace the tradition across all ages

PM Modi leads Yoga Day celebrations from Kolkata, says yoga unites world
Updated On : 21 Jun 2026 | 10:16 AM IST

IMD forecasts heavy rain, thunderstorms as monsoon set to advance further

The IMD has forecast heavy rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds across several states as conditions remain favourable for the monsoon to advance into more regions

IMD forecasts heavy rain, thunderstorms as monsoon set to advance further
Updated On : 21 Jun 2026 | 8:40 AM IST

PM to lead nation in observing International Yoga Day from Kolkata

PM Modi will also commission three indigenously designed and built naval ships at the Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port

PM to lead nation in observing International Yoga Day from Kolkata
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 11:45 PM IST

YSRCP flags 'irregularities' in SIR implementation in Andhra, writes to EC

According to Appireddy, BLOs, who are entrusted with the onus of undertaking the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) are also burdened with their regular departmental duties

YSRCP flags 'irregularities' in SIR implementation in Andhra, writes to EC
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 11:29 PM IST

Delhi Police denies permission to extend CJP protest, asks Dipke to vacate

The protest, led by CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke, is scheduled to begin at 1 pm amid heightened police presence, with supporters arriving from different parts of Delhi and neighbouring states

Delhi Police denies permission to extend CJP protest, asks Dipke to vacate
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 10:36 PM IST

World Bank clears ₹4,000-crore loan for Haryana water security project

The total cost of the project is ₹5,714 crore and it will be implemented in phases between 2026 and 2032

World Bank clears ₹4,000-crore loan for Haryana water security project
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 10:34 PM IST

Development becomes meaningful when benefits reach all: President Murmu

President Murmu said development becomes meaningful only when its benefits reach every citizen, while stressing the importance of preserving cultural identity and advancing tribal welfare

Development becomes meaningful when benefits reach all: President Murmu
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 10:08 PM IST

Three India-flagged oil tankers cross Hormuz with 94 crew onboard

The three crude oil tankers -- Desh Vaibhav, Desh Vibhor, and Sanmar Herald -- are expected to arrive in India between June 24 and July 1

Three India-flagged oil tankers cross Hormuz with 94 crew onboard
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 9:10 PM IST

EU lifts travel advisory for Assam, except 3 districts under Afspa: Himanta

He said that the USA and Canada are yet to lift the travel restrictions for Assam, and the state government was pursuing the matter with them

EU lifts travel advisory for Assam, except 3 districts under Afspa: Himanta
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 9:02 PM IST