A deep-reef fish collected off South Australia in 2006 was recently identified as a new species after being misclassified for nearly 20 years, underscoring the significance of museum collections in uncovering undiscovered biodiversity.
The Supreme Court has set aside Gauhati High Court judgments, ordering fresh adjudication for 27 appellants declared foreigners. The court emphasized that citizenship status requires a fair, lawful, and reasonable process, acknowledging the state's interest in preventing misuse of citizenship claims while ensuring procedural fairness.
New DNA samples will be taken from Michael Stone, jailed for the 1996 murders of Dr Lin Russell and her daughter Megan, as the Criminal Cases Review Commission re-examines evidence. Serial killer Levi Bellfield has reportedly confessed to the crimes, prompting the review.
NEET UG 2026 re-exam results are anticipated by July 20, with the NTA prioritizing objection reviews. Medical admissions and the MBBS academic session are expected to remain on schedule despite the exam's re-conduct.
A Parliamentary Standing Committee on Education recommended conducting NEET-UG in multiple phases across states to ease logistical burden and granting statutory status to the National Testing Agency (NTA) for independent large-scale exams. The panel also appreciated the secure June 21 re-examination but raised concerns over a proposed shift to Computer-Based Test (CBT) format.
Top officials from the Ministry of Higher Education and the National Testing Agency (NTA) will brief a Parliamentary panel on lessons from the NEET-UG re-examination and steps to strengthen the NTA. Former ISRO Chairman K Radhakrishnan will also present reform recommendations.
India's NEET UG re-examination, held under tight security following a paper leak scandal, concluded Sunday without reported major disruptions. Over 20 lakh candidates took the test, organized rapidly by the NTA and education ministry.
Over 20 lakh medical aspirants took the NEET-UG 2026 re-exam on Sunday after the original test was scrapped due to alleged paper leaks. Conducted with stringent security measures including biometric verification and CCTV, the exam saw mixed student reactions, with Physics being the toughest section. The day also witnessed entry disputes and controversies over dress codes, alongside heartwarming moments of support for a surgery-recovered student.
NEET-UG re-examination concluded nationwide. Students reported Physics as the toughest section, Biology as easy to moderate, and Chemistry as mixed. Many found the paper harder than the original, but examination arrangements were smooth, leading to cautious optimism among over 22 lakh participants.
NEET-UG re-examination concluded with students finding the paper largely moderate, though Physics was noted as challenging. Over 22 lakh students participated under strict security measures, including CCTV and jammers, following the initial paper leak. The CBI is investigating the leak.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reportedly waited at Delhi airport on Sunday to avoid causing traffic disruptions for students commuting to their NEET-UG re-exam centers. He delayed his departure to ensure smooth passage for the over 95,000 candidates.
A NEET-UG candidate in Ajmer, Rajasthan, alleged she was prevented from entering the exam hall unless she removed her burqa and dupatta. Kulsum Bano stated she wore the same attire during a previous attempt and refused to take the exam if forced to change, prioritizing her identity.
A NEET-UG 2026 candidate from Nagpur, initially assigned an exam center in Abu Dhabi, had his center revised to Nagpur by the NTA after widespread concern and media attention. The NTA stated the change was made via the candidate's login, a claim disputed by the family.
A 19-year-old NEET aspirant allegedly died by suicide in Hyderabad's Miyapur area on Saturday. Police recovered a note stating "no one is responsible for her death" and suspect exam pressure. A similar incident involved a 22-year-old in Ghaziabad, UP, who left a video claiming no stress.
The NEET (UG) 2026 re-exam is scheduled for Sunday, with 22.8 lakh candidates nationwide. Over 18 lakh will take the exam in English. The event involves 5,440 centres, extensive security, and a police probe into an alleged question paper leak.
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke requested authorities not to cut water supply to restrooms at Jantar Mantar, where thousands protested demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over exam controversies. CJP alleged denial of basic facilities to protesters.
Millions of students are taking the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination today amidst extensive security and logistical arrangements nationwide. The National Testing Agency (NTA) urged calm and early arrival, with strict protocols in place to prevent malpractice and ensure exam integrity.
An unidentified caller allegedly offered a NEET question paper to an aspirant in Ajmer for ₹30,000, showing it via video call. A complaint was filed, and police are investigating the fraud attempt.
Over 79,000 students in Gujarat, including 10,400 in Ahmedabad, will take the NEET re-exam on Sunday after the May 3 test was cancelled due to a paper leak. Authorities have implemented extensive, multi-layered security measures, including GPS-enabled vehicle transport for question papers, CCTV surveillance, and digital/physical frisking of candidates, to prevent malpractice.
A total of 22.8 lakh students are taking the NEET (UG) 2026 re-exam today. Uttar Pradesh has the largest share of candidates (3.6 lakh), followed by Maharashtra (2.2 lakh). Rajasthan is emerging as a medical coaching hub. Notably, nearly 80% of candidates will take the exam in English.
India implements extensive security for the NEET re-exam on June 21, featuring IAF transport of question papers, AI-monitored CCTV, jammers, and a Telegram app ban to prevent leaks. Over 95,000 rooms will have CCTV, with AI analyzing footage for anomalies.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has made comprehensive arrangements for the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination on Sunday, deploying extensive security, CCTV monitoring, and jammers. The agency is actively combating rumours of paper leaks on social media and urging reliance on official communications.
Security is significantly heightened nationwide for the NEET re-examination on June 21, with over 22.79 lakh students set to take the test. Authorities in Bhopal, Jammu and Kashmir, and Dehradun have confirmed robust, multi-layered security measures, including police escorts and strict checks, to ensure a fair process following allegations of irregularities in the previous exam.
The NEET UG Re-Exam 2026 is scheduled for June 21, with over 22 lakh medical aspirants expected to participate. Strict security, document verification, and dress code checks will be enforced at examination centers. Candidates must carry the new admit card, original photo ID, and passport-sized photographs.
