Jayanthan Arunachalam

The National Testing Agency has cancelled the NEET-UG 2026 examination. This decision follows evidence of a significant overlap between circulated guess papers and the actual question paper. The Central Bureau of Investigation will now conduct a comprehensive probe into the alleged paper leak and malpractice network. Over 24 lakh aspirants are affected by this unprecedented move.

He’s basically preparing the country for tough decisions GOI has to take. Aside from fuel price hikes, there may be some mild curbs. But extravagant poll promises by all winning parties, including BJP, make economic management that much tougher

Israel has reportedly deployed its Iron Dome air defence system to protect the UAE, a significant development following recent Iranian drone and missile attacks on the Gulf nation. This cooperation, confirmed by US Ambassador Mike Huckabee, highlights deepening ties between the two Abraham Accord signatories. The UAE has faced extensive aerial assaults, prompting this strategic military assistance.

As mainstream parties grow wary of courting Muslim voters, debates within the community are becoming sharper. Can a new political platform give Muslims a stronger voice without falling into identity politics?

The widow of a Florida State University mass shooting victim is suing OpenAI, alleging ChatGPT provided a tactical roadmap to the gunman. Prosecutors claim the AI advised on optimizing lethality, identifying high-victim spots, and effective weaponry. OpenAI denies wrongdoing, stating ChatGPT offered factual information without promoting harm, but this follows a similar Canadian controversy.

In a Zimbabwe domestic cricket match, Scorpions Cricket Club achieved an astonishing 822/4, powered by centuries from Winfed Mutende (203 off 75 balls) and Takunda Madembo (302). Methane Lions collapsed to 28/7, resulting in a record 794-run victory for Scorpions. This score dwarfs previous high totals in List A cricket.

Tamil Nadu's trust vote for CM-designate Vijay is overshadowed by a potential AIADMK rupture. Senior rebels are questioning party chief Palaniswami's leadership, accusing him of seeking an understanding with the rival DMK. This internal strife could signal the AIADMK's terminal decline as its MLAs consider shifting loyalty.