National Testing Agency cancelled NEET UG 2026 over a massive paper leak scandal affecting more than 22 lakh students. Investigators claim a leaked “guess paper” matched over 120 questions from the actual exam, while handwritten question sets reportedly circulated through WhatsApp groups and coaching networks weeks before the test. The Central Bureau of Investigation has now taken over the high-profile investigation, while political attacks intensify. Rahul Gandhi slammed the government, saying “Amrit Kaal has turned into a poison era for the youth.”

Tragedy struck near Jaisalmer as an AC sleeper bus traveling toward Jodhpur was engulfed in a massive fire, leaving at least 20 passengers dead and 16 others critically injured. Preliminary reports indicate the fire was caused by a mechanical fault that led the automatic doors to jam shut, trapping passengers inside as flames spread rapidly through the aisle. Bodies were discovered clustered near the exit, suggesting desperate escape attempts. Eyewitnesses say a passing water tanker played a crucial role in containing the blaze before firefighters arrived. The incident occurred near the Army War Memorial, prompting immediate intervention by military rescue units. WATCH