Four men in Bihar, including NEET aspirant Anurag Yadav, confessed to receiving the NEET-UG 2024 exam paper the night before the test. Yadav memorized the answers and found the same questions in the exam. His uncle, Sikandar, and two others, Nitish Kumar and Amit Anand, were involved in the leak. They charged up to Rs 40 lakh per student for leaked papers. Nearly 24 lakh students took the exam on May 5. Allegations of leaks and grace marks sparked nationwide protests. The Education Minister denied the claims, while the Supreme Court demanded fair treatment for all candidates.

The Allahabad High Court dismissed Ayushi Patel’s petition about her NEET 2024 result, finding she used fake documents. Patel claimed her OMR sheet was torn, affecting her result. The National Testing Agency (NTA) showed the court the original, undamaged OMR sheet. The court ruled the NTA can take legal action against Patel. Patel’s viral video alleging irregularities was shared by Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra. BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawala accused Gandhi of spreading falsehoods and demanded an apology.

The UGC-NET June 2024 exam was canceled due to paper leaks, causing an uproar. Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra slammed the government, dubbing it the "paper leak government." They demanded accountability from the Education Minister and called for the NEET exam's cancellation. Opposition parties, including the Samajwadi Party and Shiv Sena, criticized the government for recurring exam issues. The Education Ministry has referred the case to the CBI for a detailed investigation. Concerns about the integrity of national exams continue to grow.

Anurag Yadav, a NEET candidate, has confessed that the leaked exam paper he received matched the actual NEET exam paper. Yadav's uncle, Sikandar Prasad Yadavendu, allegedly provided him with the leaked paper and answers. India Today accessed Yadav’s signed confession letter. This revelation has led to the Union Education Ministry seeking a report from Bihar Police’s Economic Offences Unit. The NEET UG exam, held on May 5, faced allegations of irregularities, prompting nationwide protests. Authorities are committed to maintaining exam integrity and ensuring severe consequences for those involved in the scam.

Renukaswamy, fan of actor Darshan, who was found dead near a flyover in Bengaluru on June 9 had multiple bruises, a missing ear, and ruptured testicles. An autopsy revealed he was beaten with wooden clubs and given electric shocks, dying from shock and hemorrhage. Police allege Darshan ordered the murder after Renukaswamy sent offensive messages to actress Pavithra Gowda, rumored to be Darshan's partner. Darshan, Pavithra, and 15 others have been arrested. The actor allegedly paid gang members to kidnap and kill Renukaswamy, also offering money to take the blame.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will start a two-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir on June 20. He will lay the foundation stones for several development projects and take part in the 10th International Day of Yoga in Srinagar. On June 20, he will attend the “Empowering Youth, Transforming J&K” event and interact with young achievers. Modi will also inaugurate and launch 84 projects worth over Rs. 1,500 crore and introduce the JKCIP project worth Rs. 1,800 crore. Additionally, he will hand out appointment letters to over 2,000 new government employees.

A local man, Hakam, has been arrested for aiding terrorists in the June 9 Reasi bus attack in Jammu and Kashmir. He provided food, shelter, and guided the terrorists to the attack site. The ambush on a bus carrying pilgrims to the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine killed nine and injured 41. Hakam's arrest is a significant breakthrough in the case. Around 50 people have been detained during the investigation. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has taken over the case. The Resistance Front initially claimed responsibility but later retracted. The investigation continues.

A wanted gangster, Himanshu Bhai, currently in Portugal, claimed responsibility on social media for the fatal shooting outside a Burger King in Delhi’s Rajouri Garden on June 18. Himanshu stated that the attack, involving 40 gunshots, was revenge for the murder of his associate Shakti Dada. The shooting resulted in one death. Himanshu, along with co-conspirator Naveen Bali, allegedly orchestrated the crime. Interpol has issued a red-corner notice against Himanshu, who is linked to recent violent incidents in Delhi and Haryana. Police investigations are ongoing to track down those involved.

A bridge in Bihar’s Araria district collapsed before its inauguration, despite costing ₹ 12 crore. The concrete bridge over the Bakra River tilted and then collapsed, with crowds capturing the moment on video. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. The bridge aimed to connect Kursakanta and Sikti. Sikti MLA Vijay Kumar blamed the construction company’s negligence and demanded an investigation. Earlier this year, a similar incident occurred in Bihar’s Supaul, where an under-construction bridge collapse resulted in one death and several injuries. The incidents highlight ongoing issues with infrastructure safety in the region.

Terrorists fired on security forces in Surankote, Poonch district, J&K, during a search operation on Tuesday. The Special Operations Group (SOG) of the police came under attack, leading to a heavy exchange of fire. This incident follows Union Home Minister Amit Shah's directive to intensify security measures in response to recent terrorist activities. Last week, multiple attacks in Reasi, Kathua, and Doda districts resulted in 10 deaths and 50 injuries. The region remains tense, with heightened security measures after a series of attacks, including an assault on a bus carrying pilgrims and a joint check post on the Bhaderwah-Pathankot road.