Gopinath Sivagiri

Another Biwal family member has reportedly stopped attending SMS Medical College in Jaipur amidst the ongoing CBI investigation into the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak. This follows earlier reports of another family member ceasing classes at a Dausa medical college. The CBI is investigating the family's alleged role in facilitating candidates linked to the scam.

A 21-year-old receptionist, Y Vaishnavi, was tragically murdered in Jadcherla after rejecting a man's persistent harassment. The accused allegedly slit her throat in public view shortly after she disembarked from a bus. Despite immediate medical attention, she succumbed to her critical injuries.

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Delhi commuters face a double blow as CNG prices surged by Re 1, pushing the cost to Rs 80.09 per kg, the second hike in 48 hours. This follows a Rs 2 increase on Friday. The price hikes impact private vehicle owners, cabbies, and public transport users.

Shreyas Iyer is set to captain Punjab Kings in his 100th IPL match, a significant milestone. He joins an elite group of captains with this achievement. Iyer boasts an impressive win percentage and has led three different franchises to IPL finals. This landmark game comes as PBKS battles to revive their playoff hopes after a string of defeats.

The Taliban regime in Afghanistan has enacted a new family law regulation, "Principles of Separation Between Spouses," which has drawn international criticism. A particularly controversial article interprets a virgin girl's silence after puberty as consent to marriage. The decree also addresses child marriage, divorce, and other marital disputes, granting fathers and grandfathers significant authority.

While the govt’s move to an online test can address some of the issues, experts say the deeper problems lie in the huge fee gap between govt and private medical colleges, leaving millions competing for limited affordable seats

The Bill Gates Foundation Trust sold its entire Microsoft (MSFT) stake in Q1 2026, offloading the final 7.7 million shares worth $3.2 billion. The exit caps a two-year wind-down from 28.5 million shares, funding Gates' plan to spend the endowment by 2045. Microsoft stock slipped to $422.07 even as Pershing Square's Bill Ackman disclosed a fresh $2.3 billion MSFT buy the same day.

Indian markets brace for a volatile week, with the US-Iran conflict and soaring crude oil prices dominating investor sentiment. A weakening rupee, coupled with inflation concerns, adds to the pressure. Analysts anticipate heightened sensitivity to geopolitical developments, especially concerning the Strait of Hormuz, and will closely watch foreign investor activity and upcoming economic data.

Chennai Super Kings' IPL 2026 playoff hopes hinge on the Punjab Kings vs. Royal Challengers Bengaluru match. An RCB victory would simplify CSK's path to qualification, allowing them to control their destiny by winning their remaining two games. A PBKS win, however, would intensify the pressure and potentially lead to a Net Run Rate battle.