The BJP-led NDA is likely to lose one Rajya Sabha seat while the Congress-led opposition may improve its tally in the upcoming biennial elections for 26 seats across 12 states, with polling on June 18.
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The CBI conducted raids in Nagpur and Bramhapuri targeting students linked to the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak. Digital devices and documents were seized, and parents were questioned.
A joint parliamentary committee examining simultaneous elections started a three-day Gujarat visit to hold stakeholder discussions, gathering views on the 'One Nation, One Election' proposal.
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Tamil Nadu sports minister announces Olympic action plan to identify athletes from young age, expand infrastructure, and model Odisha's sports development.
Hoodi railway halt in east Bengaluru has been temporarily closed for the Whitefield-Cantonment quadrupling project, affecting 23 Memu trains. The station is expected to reopen by early 2027.
A parliamentary panel has summoned the NTA chief and education ministry officials to review reforms after the NEET-UG paper leak, with discussions on AI in education and employability also on the agenda.
Maharashtra's charity commissioner orders Tata Trusts to defer board meetings and launches inquiry into complaints by Venu Srinivasan and advocate Katyayani Agrawal, citing serious governance issues.
A fire broke out in two AC coaches of the Hyderabad-Jaipur Special Express at Hyderabad Deccan Railway Station on Friday evening. No injuries were reported as the train was empty. Firefighters brought the blaze under control in 40 minutes.
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Two persons died and two were injured in a three-vehicle pile-up on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway near Khopoli. The accident caused a two-hour traffic jam due to spilled paint.
Madhya Pradesh High Court declares Bhojshala a temple of Goddess Saraswati and a centre of learning, sparking celebrations in Dhar and Indore.
Priyadarshini Mallick, daughter of former West Bengal minister Jyotipriya Mallick, has been removed as secretary of WBCHSE amid restructuring and scrutiny over the cash-for-school-jobs scam.
The Army Recruitment Office, Patiala, announced the Online Common Entrance Examination (CEE) 2026 under Agnipath Scheme from June 1-12. Admit cards available from May 15 on the official website.
Thirty-nine couples got married at a mass wedding ceremony in Keonjhar, organized by the district administration under the Kanya Vivah Yojana. Deputy CM Parvati Parida graced the event.
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Mhada extends housing lottery deadline to May 28, reserves 610 of 1,221 tenements in Vikhroli exclusively for HIG applicants, each with a free parking space. Draw date to be announced.
Ganjam district administration organized mock interviews for five OPSC mains qualifiers, guided by IAS and IPS officers to boost confidence.
A 40-year-old man died after jumping in front of a PMPML bus on Bund Garden bridge in Pune. In a separate incident, another man died under a bus in Alandi.
Traffic constable Girivar Tondon was felicitated by Raipur Police Commissioner for helping a disabled man cross a rain-soaked junction, winning hearts citywide.
BMC commissioner Ashwini Bhide has urged the Election Commission to postpone the special voter list revision in Maharashtra as many voters and staff will be on summer vacation.
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The NTA chief has accepted full responsibility for the NEET-UG paper leak, while the CBI has registered an FIR for criminal conspiracy, cheating, and other offences.
NEET-UG 2026 cancelled after paper leak; CBI probe ordered. Sensex plunges 1.5% on crude, rupee, US-Iran fears. Pakistan admits Iranian aircraft but denies military link. AIADMK faction backs Vijay. Sakshi Malik supports Vinesh Phogat.
A CPM local committee member was filmed installing a flex board supporting KC Venugopal in Thrissur, sparking controversy and a police case for inciting riot.
The Election Commission of India released index cards and statistical reports for 2026 assembly elections within 72 hours of results, accessible via ECINET App and website.
BMRCL announces suspension of Metro services on Purple Line stretch from Hosahalli to Cubbon Park on May 10, 7-9 am, for maintenance. Trains from terminals run till Vijayanagar or MG Road. Normal service resumes post 9 am.
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The Supreme Court closed the long-standing dispute between West Bengal Governor R N Ravi and former CM Mamata Banerjee over VC appointments, approving candidates for the last three universities.
The Panchayat Advancement Index 2.0 will be launched in West Bengal following the regime change, aiming to boost rural development and local governance.
Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment Board announced SI result 2025. A total of 12,333 candidates shortlisted for document verification and physical standard test to be held in May.
Madhya Pradesh's first paid old age home in Bhopal can accommodate 56 but has only 2 lodgers, highlighting low awareness and affordability issues.
Patna Municipal Corporation finalizes logistical arrangements for cabinet swearing-in at Gandhi Maidan, deploying 300 sanitation workers, drainage pumps, and water facilities.
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The Anti-Gangster Task Force of Punjab Police arrested Aditya alias Makhan from Tripura for the murder of kabaddi promoter Kanwar Digvijay Singh. All accused are now in custody.
