NEET UG re-exam 2026 paper leaked? PIB Fact Check debunks viral claim
The PIB Fact Check team has debunked viral claims of NEET re-exam paper leak which is going rounds on social media. “A video circulating online claims to show a NEET (UG)-2026 Re-examination booklet packet being opened. This claim is fake. The packet shown does NOT include the mandatory OMR Answer Sheet that accompanies the official NEET examination booklet. Additionally, the video contains clear inconsistencies,” PIB Fact Check posted on X. NEET re-exam is scheduled to be held on Sunday, June 21.
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Ladakh imposes strict ban on single-use plastic and littering; violators to face heavy penalties | Details
The Union Territory of Ladakh has introduced a strict ban on the use and sale of identified single-use plastic items, along with tough measures against littering in public places. The move comes as part of a broader effort to safeguard the region’s fragile Himalayan environment and preserve its pristine natural beauty amid growing tourist footfall. Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena has issued stringent directions for the implementation of the new rules, warning that violations will attract substantial environmental penalties. Authorities believe the measures will help curb plastic pollution and encourage responsible tourism across the region.
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Mumbai: BEST employees announces strike from Friday, check their demands, list of services to be affected
The joint action committee of Mumbai’s transport and power utility (BEST) employees on Thursday announced strike from Friday over long-pending demands. The BEST Sanyukt Kamgar Kruti Samiti, an action committee comprising 12 unions representing BEST employees, made the announcement at a gathering in Dadar on Thursday evening, stating that their long-pending demands had not been addressed within the stipulated deadline.
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‘Rahul Gandhi not acceptable to allies’: BJP’s big charge after Jharkhand Rajya Sabha election result
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday launched a sharp attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi following the Rajya Sabha election results in Jharkhand, claiming that the outcome reflected growing dissatisfaction with his leadership within the I.N.D.I.A bloc. The BJP’s remarks came after NDA-backed Independent candidate Parimal Nathwani secured victory in one of the two Rajya Sabha contests in Jharkhand, defeating Congress nominee Pranav Jha. Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) candidate Baidyanath Ram won the other seat. The result has sparked political debate because the ruling I.N.D.I.A bloc had the numerical advantage in the Jharkhand Assembly, yet failed to secure both seats.
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Lionel Messi issues statement, explaining reason behind his tears after goal vs Algeria
Lionel Messi’s family has confirmed that his father, Jorge Messi, is recovering under medical supervision after experiencing an unspecified health issue, shedding light on the personal circumstances that coincided with the Argentina captain’s emotional display during the FIFA World Cup.
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‘Priya Mitra Narendra’ to ‘Jai Hind’: Macron’s farewell message for PM Modi in Hindi steals spotlight | WATCH
French President Emmanuel Macron added a personal touch to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to France by delivering a farewell message in Hindi, highlighting the growing warmth between the two nations. The gesture came at the end of PM Modi’s visit for the G7 Summit, where he held a series of high-level meetings with global leaders and strengthened India’s diplomatic outreach. In a video message, Macron greeted PM Modi in Hindi and expressed his happiness over the visit. “Priya mitra Narendra, mujhe bahut khushi hai, daure ke liye swagat karte, France Bharat ki dosti amar rahe.”
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PM Modi to Indian diaspora in Paris: ‘Every corner of India is represented here’
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday addressed members of the Indian diaspora in Paris, praising their contribution to strengthening India-France relations and celebrating India’s cultural diversity reflected in the community living abroad.
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OPINION | Trump: Is Modi a cool dude or a ‘tough negotiator’?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump met after a gap of 16 months. Trump applauded Modi as an “angel”. The US President said, “Have a look at this man…He’s the most beautiful-looking man. He looks so nice, like an angel, but actually he’s tough…he is a killer….But he looks so good. So, he gets you by surprise… He’s as tough as they come. He’s a tough trader, and he loves the Indian people, but he also loves the USA. We had ‘Howdy Modi’ in Houston.”
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South Delhi to Gurgaon in 6 mins: Govt approves 4km elevated road, details here
To tackle daily traffic congestion in South Delhi, the government has approved a 4-kilometre-long signal-free elevated corridor along Sant Shri Nagpal (SSN) Marg in Chhatarpur. Sharing details of the approval, Delhi PWD Minister Parvesh Verma said that using this elevated corridor will save commuters significant time. The flyover stretches from Anuvrat Marg to DLF Farms along SSN Marg.
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Six Uddhav Sena rebel MPs write to Speaker Om Birla, eye Shinde Sena merger: Sources
Amid intense rebellion in the Shiv Sena (UBT), six rebel MPs from the Uddhav Thackeray faction on Wednesday submitted signed letters to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, sources said. These MPs have demanded recognition as a separate faction within the Lok Sabha and have also requested separate seating arrangements in Parliament.
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