Breaking News Highlights: CBI Registers FIR In UGC-NET Paper Leak Case, Says Report
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The CBI filed an FIR on Thursday regarding the UGC-NET paper leak case against unknown individuals, following a reference from the Union Education Ministry, officials reported.
The UGC-NET 2024 exam, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on June 18 in two shifts across the country, aimed to select junior research fellows, assistant professors, and PhD scholars.
The day after the exam, the University Grants Commission received information from the National Cyber Crime Threat Analytics Unit of the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) that the paper had been found on the darknet and was allegedly being sold for Rs 5-6 lakh on messaging platforms, PTI cites sources report.
President Droupadi Murmu has appointed Bhartruhari Mahtab, a Member of the Lok Sabha, as the Speaker Protem under Article 95(1) of the Constitution, as per ANI report.
Actor and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam president Vijay visited victims of the Hooch tragedy in Kallakurichi Government Medical College of Tamil Nadu, ANI reported.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. He will participate in the 'Empowering Youth, Transforming J&K' event at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) in Srinagar on Thursday, as per the ANI report.
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to address a press conference at 7 PM today, ANI reported.
The retirement ceremony for Tara, a member of Adilabad's dog squad renowned for her expertise in detecting explosives, was held. Tara, a Labrador Retriever, served the department for 11 years.
The Enforcement Directorate is conducting searches under PMLA on Amtek Group lead by Arvind Dham, Gautam Malhotra and others at more than 35 premises located at Delhi, Gurgaon, Noida, Mumbai, Nagpur etc related to huge Bank fraud cases of more than Rs 20000 crores in number of listed companies which were finally taken over in NCLT proceeding at nominal price leaving Consortium of banks with nominal recovery.
Senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader Surama Padhy elected unopposed as Speaker of Odisha Assembly
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Wednesday, 19th June conducted extensive searches at three locations in Hazaribagh and Ranchi districts of Jharkhand connected with associates of the notorious Aman Sahu gang in Jharkhand, in a case relating to extortion and attack on a coal mine.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar reached Colombo on Thursday for his first foriegn visit after assuming the charge of foreign minister for a second term.
Fire breaks out at an apartment in Patia, Bhubaneswar. Residents being evacuated in the presence of police and fire personnel. Fire tenders are present at the spot. Situation is under control.
In two separate incidents, BSF troops recovered China-made drones from two districts of Punjab. In the first incident, BSF troops recovered a drone from the village of Rattankhurd in Amritsar district. In the second incident, BSF troops and Punjab police recovered a drone from the village of Dal in Taran Taran district.
Both the drones were Chinese-made DJI Mavic 3 Classic models.
Two security personnel of the Chhattisgarh Armed Force (CAF) were killed while one was injured as the vehicle they were travelling in overturned in the Balrampur district. The civil driver of the pick-up vehicle was also injured in the incident. Both the injured are under treatment.
At least 25 people have died and more than 60 hospitalised after reportedly consuming spurious liquor in Tamil Nadu's Kallakurichi district, said the officials according to ANI.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be in Jammu and Kashmir today where he will inaugurate multiple development projectsunderlining the theme of 'Empowering Youth, Transforming J&K'.
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PM Modi to Inaugurate Development Projects in J&K, Launch Key Initiatives
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to mark a significant milestone today with the inauguration of multiple development projects in Jammu and Kashmir, underlining the theme of 'Empowering Youth, Transforming J&K'. The event, scheduled at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC), will witness the Prime Minister launching various initiatives aimed at bolstering infrastructure and enhancing opportunities in the region.
Among the highlights, PM Modi will lay the foundation stones for 84 major developmental projects worth over Rs. 1,500 crore. These projects span crucial sectors such as road infrastructure, water supply, and higher education infrastructure. Additionally, he will inaugurate key projects including the improvement of the Chenani-Patnitop-Nashri Section and the establishment of six Government Degree Colleges.
A focal point of the event will be the launch of the Competitiveness Improvement in Agriculture & Allied Sectors Project (JKCIP), valued at Rs. 1,800 crore. This ambitious project aims to benefit 15 lakh beneficiaries across 90 blocks in 20 districts of J&K, emphasising the government's commitment to agricultural development in the region.
In anticipation of the event, a government spokesperson remarked, "These initiatives underline our resolve to empower the youth of Jammu and Kashmir and uplift the region through enhanced infrastructure and economic opportunities."
Furthermore, PM Modi is expected to interact with young achievers from J&K, symbolising encouragement and support for the region's promising talent.
NEET-UG 2024: Supreme Court to Address Fresh Petitions on Alleged Paper Leak
Meanwhile, the Supreme Court is bracing for a pivotal session tomorrow to address fresh petitions calling for the cancellation of the NEET-UG 2024 examination amidst allegations of a paper leak. The controversy has been compounded by recent revelations, including the award of grace marks to over 1,500 candidates and perfect scores for 67 students.
EAM Jaishankar's Bilateral Visit to Sri Lanka
In a separate diplomatic development, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar is scheduled to embark on his first bilateral visit abroad since assuming office for a second term. His visit to Sri Lanka underscores India's steadfast commitment to its 'Neighbourhood First Policy' and seeks to bolster mutual cooperation across various sectors, including connectivity projects.
The Ministry of External Affairs highlighted, "Minister Jaishankar's visit reaffirms India's enduring friendship with Sri Lanka, our closest maritime neighbour. It aims to enhance collaborative efforts for shared prosperity and regional stability."
Jaishankar's forthcoming visit follows his recent participation in the G7 Outreach summit in Italy, marking a proactive engagement in global and regional diplomacy.
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