Delhi Police's Special Cell has arrested nine people, including some Nepali nationals, for their alleged links to a network connected to fugitive gangster Dawood Ibrahim and Pakistan's ISI. Police recovered a large cache of weapons during the operation. Investigators believe the group was developed over time and may have been planning activities across India. Authorities are now examining the network's connections, possible targets, and the source of the recovered arms. Officials described the arrests as a major breakthrough in efforts to disrupt organised crime and cross-border terror networks. Further investigation into the case is ongoing.

The Indian government has directed oil marketing companies to maintain at least 30 days of LPG reserves as tensions rise in the Middle East and fears grow over a possible blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Petroleum Ministry Joint Secretary Sujata Sharma said India currently has sufficient stocks of petrol, diesel, and LPG to meet domestic demand. Refineries across the country are operating at optimum capacity, while LPG production has reached an all-time high. The move is aimed at strengthening India’s energy security and ensuring uninterrupted fuel supply in case global shipping routes face disruptions due to escalating geopolitical tensions in the region.

The Indian Air Force will help transport question papers for the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination on June 21, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said. The move aims to strengthen security and prevent paper leaks.   Pradhan said the government is working with several departments, including the Home Ministry, postal services and state governments, to ensure a fair examination process. He added that the Air Force's support will help deliver question papers safely and on time, especially during the monsoon season.   The decision comes after the May 3 NEET-UG exam was cancelled following a paper leak controversy.

The Centre is considering using Indian Air Force logistics to transport NEET-UG 2026 question papers for the re-exam on June 21. The move comes after the cancellation of the May 3 exam following a paper leak controversy.   A high-level meeting was held at Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's residence to review preparations. Officials from the Education Ministry, NTA and PMO attended the meeting.   Around 23 lakh students are expected to appear for the re-exam. The government plans stricter security at every stage, including paper printing and distribution. So far, 13 people have been arrested in the paper leak case. (PC: PTI)

Sikkim has been declared a fully literate state under the ULLAS programme. The announcement was made during the convocation ceremony of Sikkim University in Gangtok. President Droupadi Murmu was present at the event.   With this achievement, Sikkim becomes the fifth fully literate state in India and the third in the Northeast. The ULLAS programme aims to improve adult literacy and lifelong learning.   Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang said the achievement reflects the state's commitment to education and inclusive growth. He praised learners, teachers, and volunteers for their efforts in reaching every part of the state and making the mission successful.

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Thursday arrested Giribala Singh, mother-in-law of 33-year-old Twisha Sharma, who was found dead at her marital home in Bhopal on May 12. The arrest followed the Madhya Pradesh High Court’s decision to cancel the anticipatory bail earlier granted to Singh, a retired district court judge, in connection with the case. A three-member CBI team reached her residence around 10:30 am and questioned her during the ongoing investigation before taking her into custody. Sources indicated that the agency also conducted searches linked to the probe. Singh is expected to be produced before a court on Friday as the investigation into Twisha Sharma’s death continues to intensify.

Retired judge Giribala Singh was arrested by the CBI in connection with the death of her daughter-in-law, Twisha Sharma, in Bhopal after the Madhya Pradesh High Court quashed her anticipatory bail. Twisha, a 32-year-old actor-model, was found dead at her marital home on May 12, triggering allegations of dowry harassment and cruelty against her husband Samarth Singh and mother-in-law. The court cited serious allegations, non-cooperation with investigators, and evidence concerns while cancelling the bail. The CBI recently took over the investigation from Madhya Pradesh Police following Supreme Court scrutiny and growing public attention surrounding the high-profile case. (PC: PTI)

Retired judge Giribala Singh was arrested by the CBI on Thursday in connection with the death of her daughter-in-law Twisha Sharma in Bhopal. The arrest came a day after the Madhya Pradesh High Court quashed the anticipatory bail granted to her by a trial court. Twisha was found dead on May 12, while an FIR was registered on May 15 under provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Dowry Prohibition Act. The court cited serious allegations and lack of cooperation in the investigation. Twisha’s father Navnidhi Sharma welcomed the decision and expressed confidence in the ongoing CBI probe. (PC: HT)

The Centre has introduced strict monitoring measures for the NEET-UG 2026 re-test after the earlier paper leak controversy triggered nationwide outrage. Prime Minister’s Office officials will supervise every stage of the examination process, including paper setting, printing, transportation and delivery at exam centres. The decision was taken during a high-level meeting chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in Delhi. Nearly 23 lakh students are expected to appear for the June 21 re-test. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, NTA Director General Abhishek Singh and senior PMO officials attended the meeting as the government moved to restore confidence in India’s biggest medical entrance examination. (PC: India Today)

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has addressed the controversy surrounding CBSE’s On-Screen Marking (OSM) system, saying he takes responsibility for discrepancies and inconvenience faced by students. Speaking after a meeting with CBSE officials, Pradhan assured strict action if any irregularities are found in the evaluation process.   The controversy erupted after students complained about blurred scanned answer sheets, unchecked answers, portal crashes and payment failures during re-evaluation applications. Pradhan defended the digital evaluation system as transparent and student-friendly but admitted students faced stress during the process. He also urged political parties not to increase anxiety among students while the issue is being resolved. (PC: India Today)