The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has filed a case against Puja Khedkar, a probationary IAS officer, for allegedly forging disability certificates to pass the civil services exam. The commission seeks to cancel her candidature. An investigation revealed Khedkar fraudulently availed of extra attempts by changing her identity, including name, parents' names, photo, signature, email, mobile number, and address. The UPSC has recommended her for the Civil Services Examination-2022, but her candidature is now under scrutiny. The case highlights the UPSC's zero-tolerance policy towards exam fraud. Khedkar's alleged misconduct has put her career in jeopardy.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has issued a directive requiring all eateries along the Kanwar Yatra route to display their owner's name. The order applies to all food establishments, including restaurants, dhabas, and food carts. This move aims to promote transparency and accountability in food services during the pilgrimage. The directive comes after a previous order by Muzaffarnagar police was revoked due to opposition backlash. The state government has instructed eateries to display the owner's name on a board, ensuring devotees have access to safe and hygienic food options during the religious journey.

Following the derailment of the Dibrugarh Express, loco pilot Tribhuvan reported hearing an explosion-like sound moments before several bogies derailed. The incident occurred near UP's Gonda, resulting in multiple injuries. Indian Railways has launched an investigation into the cause of the derailment, focusing on possible technical faults or external factors. Rescue operations by NDRF teams were swiftly deployed, supported by railway officials at the accident site. This development raises concerns over rail safety, prompting renewed calls for stringent safety measures across the railway network.

The Dibrugarh Express derailed in Uttar Pradesh's Gonda district, killing two and injuring over 60 passengers on Thursday. The accident occurred between Jhilahi and Gosai Dihwa stations. A 40-member medical team and 15 ambulances are on-site, with more en route. UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed immediate medical care for the injured. Relief operations are underway, with the Indian Railways deploying medical vans and the NDRF dispatching teams from Lucknow and Balrampur. Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma is monitoring the situation.

Manorama Khedkar, mother of trainee IAS officer Puja Khedkar, was arrested for attempted murder after a video showed her threatening villagers with a gun. The video, linked to a land dispute, led to her arrest in Mahad, Pune. She had been hiding for days. Police charged her under the Arms Act and the new criminal code. She was sent to two days of police custody. The incident has added to controversies surrounding her daughter, whose IAS training is under scrutiny. Questions about Puja Khedkar’s selection and her father's past corruption charges are also being investigated.

4 people died and 20 were injured when six coaches of the Chandigarh-Dibrugarh Express derailed near Gonda station in Uttar Pradesh. The accident happened between Motiganj and Jhilahi stations on Thursday. Rescue teams and top railway officials are at the site. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath ordered immediate relief efforts and medical treatment for the injured. The State Disaster Response Force is also helping. Due to the derailment, two trains were cancelled, and 11 were diverted. The train had left Chandigarh on Wednesday night and was heading to Dibrugarh in Assam.

In an exclusive interview, Nobel laureate Amartya Sen has praised Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, saying he has gained significant maturity. Sen noted that Gandhi's true test lies in leading the Opposition in Parliament against the Modi-led government. He credited Gandhi's 'Bharat Jodo Yatra' with shaping him into a national leader and enriching India's political landscape. This endorsement comes as a boost to Gandhi's political image. Sen's comments highlight Gandhi's growth and potential as a leader, setting the stage for his future in Indian politics.

Four coaches of the Chandigarh-Dibrugarh Express derailed in Gonda, Uttar Pradesh, injuring several passengers and two deaths. The accident occurred between Gonda and Jhilahi, near Jhulahi railway station. A rescue team is on site, providing aid and evacuating passengers. The cause of the derailment is unknown and under investigation. Rail services in the area have been disrupted, and officials are working to restore normal operations. The incident is under investigation, and further details will be released as available.

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has detained four medical students of AIIMS Patna in connection with the NEET-UG question paper leak. The students, from the 2021 and 2022 batches, were taken into custody for questioning after a search of their rooms and confiscation of their electronic devices. The CBI is investigating their suspected involvement in solving the leaked question paper. The detention comes as part of a larger probe into the leak, which has sparked widespread outrage. AIIMS officials have declined to comment on the matter.

The Supreme Court has stated that a re-examination of NEET-UG 2024 is only possible if the sanctity of the exam has been significantly compromised. Chief Justice DY Chandrachud emphasized that a paper leak must be shown to have systemically affected the entire examination, not just a small portion. The court is hearing over 40 petitions alleging malpractices and irregularities in the exam. The CJI stressed that a re-examination cannot be ordered solely because a small percentage of students will be admitted. A concrete basis for re-examination must be established. The court will continue to hear the case.