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Over 1.4 lakh aspirants to appear for NEET-UG re-exam in Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu is all set for the NEET re-examination on Sunday, with over 1.4 lakh medical aspirants participating across 307 centres. Following earlier cancellations due to alleged irregularities, the National Testing Agency has implemented stringent biometric verification and tight security measures. Question papers, airlifted by the IAF, are being transported…

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NEET-UG re-exam: NTA to hold nationwide mock drill on June 20; check what it means here

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is conducting a nationwide mock drill on June 20 to ensure a smooth NEET-UG re-examination on June 21. This re-test follows allegations of a paper leak in the original May 3 exam. NTA is actively reminding nearly 23 lakh candidates to download fresh admit cards…

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Telegram ban: Delhi HC upholds India's temporary ban on WhatsApp rival ahead of NEET re-test

The Delhi High Court has backed the government's decision to temporarily restrict Telegram access until June 22. This measure aims to stop the spread of fake NEET 2026 re-examination papers and related fraud. The government cited Telegram's architecture as a challenge for law enforcement. The National Testing Agency recommended the…

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NTA urges NEET-UG candidates to stay calm, ignore rumours ahead of re-exam

The National Testing Agency has urged NEET-UG candidates to stay calm and focus on their upcoming re-examination. The agency assures that extensive arrangements are in place for a safe and fair exam. Candidates are advised to ignore rumours and rely only on official NTA communication.

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'Modi Ji, drop theatrics; Strike at mafia, not students': Rahul Gandhi attacks Centre over 'Telegram ban' move

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has strongly criticized the Centre's decision to restrict Telegram access. He claims the government is targeting students instead of the paper leak mafia. The National Testing Agency has blocked Telegram until June 22, 2026, citing its use in cheating rackets for the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination. Telegram…

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"Transporting papers via army ships, shutting down Telegram, will these steps stop paper leaks?" : Kejriwal

India's government has temporarily restricted Telegram access until June 22, 2026, to prevent exam paper leaks. Aam Aadmi Party leader Arvind Kejriwal calls the move absurd, questioning its effectiveness. Telegram CEO Pavel Durov states the ban punishes millions of users without stopping leaks, which have shifted to other apps. The…

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UGC NET Admit Card 2026 OUT Download Link at ugcnet.nta.nic.in: Check steps to download, direct link, exam schedule & guidelines

UGC NET Admit Card 2026 OUT at ugcnet.nta.nic.in: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the UGC NET June 2026 admit cards on its official website, ugcnet.nta.nic.in. Candidates can now download their hall tickets online using their login credentials. The examination will be conducted in two shifts daily, and candidates…

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How Telegram Fueled Medical Exam Cheating and Sparked a Nationwide Crackdown in India

India has temporarily blocked access to Telegram, accusing cheating rackets of using the app to sell bogus NEET‑UG exam papers as millions of students prepare for a re‑test.

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NEET re-test nears amid admit card glitches, refund queries

Candidates are facing challenges downloading NEET-UG 2026 re-examination admit cards. The National Testing Agency is working to resolve technical glitches and refund issues. Security arrangements for the retest are being reviewed by the Union home secretary. An alleged fraud network targeting NEET candidates has been busted by Ahmedabad police. The…

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Telegram temporarily restricted in India ahead of NEET re-exam; NTA welcomes Centre's move

Telegram access in India is temporarily restricted until June 22, 2026, following a government crackdown on fake NEET (UG) 2026 re-examination papers and exam fraud. The National Testing Agency welcomed the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology's action, citing the misuse of Telegram's message-editing feature to fabricate evidence of paper…

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'Can't download': NEET UG 2026 re-test admit card out, but students report crashes & refund verification mess; What NTA wants students to do now

Medical aspirants face challenges downloading NEET UG 2026 re-test admit cards. Website errors and slow loading times plague the National Testing Agency portal. Confusion also surrounds the bank account verification for fee refunds. NTA acknowledges server strain and assures students that technical teams are resolving issues. Candidates are urged to…

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UGC NET June 2026 admit card expected soon at ugcnet.nta.nic.in; Check release date, exam schedule and download process

UGC NET June admit card 2026: The National Testing Agency will soon release the UGC NET June 2026 Admit Card. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official website. The examination is scheduled from June 22 to June 30, 2026. The admit card contains important details for the exam…

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UP: NSUI protests against paper leaks, demands Pradhan's resignation

National Students' Union of India workers marched in Lucknow protesting against paper leaks in competitive examinations. They also demonstrated against the arrest of party members who raised these issues. The march was stopped by police, leading to a confrontation. NSUI demanded accountability from the Union Education Minister and a ban…

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NEET re-exam admit card likely to be released today; check steps to download hall ticket and key exam updates

NEET Re-Exam Admit Card 2026: The National Testing Agency is set to release the Re-NEET UG 2026 admit card by June 14, with the re-examination scheduled for June 21. Candidates will now have 195 minutes for the test, and NTA has increased rough work sheets to four. Ensure you check…

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UGC NET June 2026 city intimation slip released at ugcnet.nta.nic.in, check steps to download, direct link, admit card update and more

The National Testing Agency has released the advance examination city intimation slip for UGC NET June 2026. Candidates can check their allotted examination city on the official website. The examination is scheduled for June 22, 23, 24, 25, 29, and 30, 2026. This slip is for information only and not…

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CUET UG 2026 provisional answer key out cuet.nta.nic.in; check steps to download, direct link, challenge and other important information

CUET UG 2026 Answer Key out: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the provisional answer key and response sheet for CUET UG 2026. Candidates can access these documents on the official website and raise objections against any discrepancies by paying a fee of Rs 200 per question. The final…

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NEET UG 2026 re-exam city intimation slip out at neet.nta.nic.in; direct link and check steps to download

NEET UG 2026 re-exam city intimation slip: The National Testing Agency has released the NEET UG 2026 re-examination city intimation slip. Candidates can check their exam city on the official website. The re-test is scheduled for June 21, following the cancellation of the May 3 exam due to paper leak…

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NEET-UG 2026: NTA dismisses claims of re-exam paper 'leak', warns of action

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has debunked social media claims of a NEET-UG 2026 re-examination paper leak or sale, labeling them as false and fraudulent. The agency stated that organized cheating rackets are spreading these fabrications to exploit anxious students and their families.

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NEET UG 2026 re-exam city intimation slip, admit card date: Check latest update and direct link here

NEET re-exam 2026 city intimation slip, admit card date: Students preparing for the NEET UG 2026 re-examination will soon receive their exam city details from the National Testing Agency. The city intimation slip will be released shortly on the official website. This slip will inform candidates about their assigned examination…

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After CBSE controversy, NTA re-exam portal under scanner over alleged data vulnerabilities and system weaknesses

Cybersecurity researchers have raised concerns about potential vulnerabilities in the National Testing Agency's re-examination portal, alleging a "superadmin login bypass" that could expose sensitive administrative and user data. Screenshots suggest potential access to observer and center coordinator information, with the portal reportedly becoming inaccessible around the time of the claims.…

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Supreme Court refuses to accept plea to conduct NEET-UG retest in CBT mode

The Supreme Court has rejected a request to conduct the NEET-UG 2026 re-test in computer-based format. Justices stated the National Testing Agency (NTA) faces too many issues. The re-examination is scheduled for June 21. The court emphasized the NTA's current pressures. Future NEET exams may shift to computer-based testing after…

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Parliamentary panel to meet today amid NEET-UG paper leak row

A Parliamentary committee will meet to discuss examination methods, including pen-and-paper versus computer-based tests. They will also review the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate 2026 and the National Testing Agency. Discussions will cover Grade 12 CBSE exams and the three-language formula. These meetings follow recent controversies and ongoing probes…

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CUET-UG delayed at some centres due to technical glitch; TCS says 'regret inconvenience'

The CUET-UG 2026 entrance exam faced delays at several locations on Saturday. A technical issue at TCS caused the disruption. The National Testing Agency confirmed the problem is resolved. Candidates will receive compensatory time. Morning session students completed their exams fully. The agency expressed regret for the inconvenience caused to…

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CUET-UG afternoon session time: After technical glitches, NTA announces time change; check key details

The National Testing Agency (NTA) announced delays in the CUET-UG 2026 examination at some centers due to a technical glitch managed by Tata Consultancy Services (TCS). Candidates will receive full compensatory time, with afternoon session reporting and exam start times adjusted. This follows a recent postponement of the May 28…

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CUET-UG delayed at some centres due to technical glitch, afternoon timing revised: NTA

CUET UG 2026 faced delays at some examination centers on Saturday. A technical glitch at TCS caused the disruption. The National Testing Agency has resolved the issue. All candidates will receive compensatory time. The afternoon session reporting time is now 2:30 pm, with the exam starting at 4:00 pm. Morning…

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