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Got into Delhi University? The next challenge for thousands of students is finding an affordable place to stay

Delhi University faces a significant hostel accommodation deficit for its students. Many students arriving from outside the city struggle to find housing. This shortage fuels a thriving private paying guest market around college clusters. Limited university hostel seats leave students dependent on expensive private rentals. International university systems offer more…

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Tamil Nadu Assembly passes resolution seeking abolition of NEET, BJP stages walkout

The Tamil Nadu Assembly adopted a resolution urging the Union government to scrap NEET. This resolution advocates for UG medical course admissions based on class 12 marks. It stated that NEET undermines opportunities for rural and disadvantaged students. Most parties supported the resolution, while the BJP MLA opposed it. The…

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Delhi University colleges Aditi Mahavidyalaya and Bhagini Nivedita College bypass CUET for Class 12 admissions

Two Delhi University colleges are admitting students using Class 12 marks, bypassing the CUET mandate. This move creates a parallel admission route while the university's central process is ongoing. Chronic vacancies in these off-campus colleges prompted the university's permission for this alternative admission. Teachers criticise this decision, calling for a…

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CBI says no evidence linked Sanjeev Mukhiya to 2024 NEET paper leak, calls fresh claims 'factually incorrect'

The CBI stated its NEET-UG 2024 paper leak investigation found no evidence against Sanjeev Mukhiya. The agency clarified that the narrative regarding his omission from the chargesheet is factually incorrect. Bihar Police initially named Mukhiya due to suspicion from other paper leak cases. However, the CBI's detailed probe identified all…

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NEET UG Result 2026 Date: NTA announces expected result date, says MBBS admission won't be delayed

Neet Result 2026 Date: Students awaiting re-NEET UG 2026 results can expect them by July 20, according to the NTA. The agency is prioritizing the evaluation of thousands of objections to the provisional answer key. Despite the exam's re-conduct, medical admissions and the MBBS academic session are expected to proceed…

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Telegram temporarily restricted in India ahead of NEET re-exam; NTA welcomes Centre's move

Telegram access in India is temporarily restricted until June 22, 2026, following a government crackdown on fake NEET (UG) 2026 re-examination papers and exam fraud. The National Testing Agency welcomed the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology's action, citing the misuse of Telegram's message-editing feature to fabricate evidence of paper…

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We will not deviate: CJP founder Dipke alleges RSS link to assault, renews call for Pradhan's resignation

Abhijeet Dipke, CJP founder, claims RSS members attacked him in Jaipur. He alleges the assault aimed to distract from the NEET paper leak. Dipke arrived in Nagpur for a protest demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. He stated the movement will continue peacefully despite such incidents. Authorities have increased…

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NEET-UG 2026: NTA dismisses claims of re-exam paper 'leak', warns of action

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has debunked social media claims of a NEET-UG 2026 re-examination paper leak or sale, labeling them as false and fraudulent. The agency stated that organized cheating rackets are spreading these fabrications to exploit anxious students and their families.

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DU admissions 2026 date may get delayed this year, here's why

Delhi University's undergraduate admissions face further delays. Registrations will now commence after the Common University Entrance Test (CUET-UG) results are declared. This follows disruptions in the CUET examination. Teachers express concern over recurring academic calendar issues since CUET's introduction. Calls are growing to reconsider the admission model due to these…

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'When we started our studio, we were building the wrong games.' Millions of Meta Quest owners are playing games like Ug VR every month, and they're redefining VR as we once knew it

Many thought games like Assassin's Creed, Batman, and The Walking Dead were the future of VR. Turns out, they were wrong.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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'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

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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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