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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…

The Economic Times · May 13

NEET-UG 2026 paper leak probe handed to CBI, 'guess paper' sold for up to Rs 25 lakh: Report

The CBI is now investigating the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak. Rajasthan Police previously claimed a "paper leak mafia" sold leaked questions. The network allegedly spanned multiple states. The CBI has registered a case and is questioning suspects. Investigators found matches between a "guess paper" and the actual exam questions.

The Economic Times · May 13

Rahul Gandhi records dissent over CBI chief selection, alleges govt withheld crucial information

Rahul Gandhi has formally opposed the selection process for the next CBI director. He stated the government withheld crucial candidate information. Gandhi described the committee process as a mere formality. He refused to participate in what he called a biased exercise. The Congress leader emphasized the opposition's role is not…

The Economic Times · May 12

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…

The Economic Times · May 12

NSUI protests after NTA cancels NEET-UG 2026 over paper leak

Students protested outside Shastri Bhawan over the NEET-UG paper leak. The National Testing Agency cancelled the exam. This decision confirms widespread irregularities. The NSUI hailed it as a victory for student power. They demanded the Education Minister's resignation and a ban on the NTA.

The Economic Times · May 12

NEET Exam cancelled: Rahul Gandhi says Modi's 'Amrit Kaal is now Vish Kaal for the country'

The NEET UG 2026 exam, attended by over 22 lakh students, has been cancelled by the Central government due to paper leak allegations. The National Testing Agency announced the re-examination, with dates to be confirmed. The CBI will investigate the irregularities. Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi criticized the government, citing corruption…

The Economic Times · May 12

NTA NEET UG 2026 Cancelled: Will new admit cards be issued? When will the new exam date be announced? Important FAQs answered

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially cancelled the NEET UG 2026 examination conducted on May 3 due to alleged paper leaks. A fresh re-examination will be conducted on new dates, with existing registrations and preferences remaining valid. The government has ordered a CBI inquiry into the matter.

The Economic Times · May 12

NEET-UG cancelled due to paper leak: How a PG in Rajasthan created a mess for 22 lakh medical students

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has cancelled the NEET (UG) 2026 exam, conducted on May 3, due to alleged paper leaks. The CBI will investigate the matter, with preliminary findings suggesting a question set circulated 15 days to a month prior. The NTA stated the decision was made to uphold…

The Economic Times · May 12

CBI takes over probe in murder of West Bengal CM Suvendu's aide, files FIR

The CBI has taken over the investigation into the murder of Chandranath Rath, aide to West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. The state police had previously arrested three individuals from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar in connection with the killing. Rath was shot dead in Madhyamgram on May 6. The CBI's…

The Economic Times · May 12

NEET UG 2026 exam cancelled: Why the exam has been cancelled, re-exam date and what's next?

NEET exam cancelled 2026: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially cancelled NEET UG 2026, nearly nine days after the medical entrance exam was conducted on May 3. The decision, approved by the Government of India, comes after investigative findings and inputs shared by central agencies regarding alleged irregularities linked…

The Economic Times · May 12