Left-wing students' groups, led by the All India Students' Association (AISA), have announced a two-day nationwide strike on June 19 and 20. The protest aims to highlight alleged irregularities in the NEET 2024 examination conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). Concerns arose after 67 students achieved the highest scores from a single Haryana exam center, sparking accusations of cheating and paper leaks. AISA demands a re-conduct of the exam and an independent investigation into the NTA's handling. Concurrently, a plea has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking cancellation of NEET-UG 2024 and a CBI-monitored probe.

A tempo traveller carrying over 23 passengers fell into a deep gorge on the Rishikesh-Badrinath highway in Rudraprayag, Uttarakhand. Eight people were killed, and 15 others injured, with the death toll expected to rise. Rescue efforts by SDRF and police are underway, with some injured airlifted to AIIMS Rishikesh. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed condolences and assured support for the injured. Union Home Minister Amit Shah also offered condolences, highlighting ongoing relief operations.

A fierce encounter in Chhattisgarh’s Abhujmad forest resulted in the death of a jawan and the elimination of eight Naxalites on Saturday. The clash, which started this morning, involved a joint anti-Naxal operation by security forces from Narayanpur, Kanker, Dantewada, and Kondagaon districts. Two other security personnel were injured. The operation, comprising the District Reserve Guard, Special Task Force, and the Indo-Tibetan Border Police, was initiated on June 12 and is ongoing.

Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa, widely known as 'Challenging Star,' has been arrested along with his wife, Pavithra Gowda, and over 15 others for the murder of Renukaswamy, a fan. The 33-year-old victim was allegedly killed after making derogatory comments about Pavithra on social media. Reports suggest that Darshan and his associates brutally assaulted Renukaswamy at a vehicle shed in Bengaluru, resulting in his death. A conspiracy involving multiple prominent figures from Darshan's fan club was uncovered, including attempts to cover up the crime. The investigation continues to reveal more details about the gruesome incident.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah conducted a security review in Jammu and Kashmir following multiple terrorist incidents within 90 hours. Shah, in his second term, assessed the situation and planned further actions, including monitoring the Amarnath Yatra preparations on June 16. Recent attacks include militants firing in Doda and an encounter in Kathua resulting in casualties. Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a high-level security meeting earlier, emphasizing comprehensive countermeasures deployment. The incidents, including attacks on security personnel and a bus tragedy in Reasi, highlight escalating tensions in the region amid heightened security concerns.

Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena has approved the prosecution of author Arundhati Roy under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) for advocating the 'separation of Kashmir' at a 2010 conference. Roy, along with former Kashmir University professor Sheikh Showkat Hussain, faces charges under IPC sections 153A, 153B, and 505 for promoting enmity and public mischief. The case stems from a complaint by Kashmiri activist Sushil Pandit, leading to a court-ordered FIR. This move reignites a decade-old legal battle over freedom of expression and national security implications.

An Indian Air Force aircraft carrying the bodies of Indians who perished in a tragic fire in Kuwait has touched down at Delhi's Palam airbase. The flight transported 45 bodies from the mishap, which claimed at least 49 lives and injured 50 others in Mangaf. Union Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh highlighted the swift repatriation, coordinated with Kuwaiti authorities. Among the deceased, 23 hailed from Kerala, 7 from Tamil Nadu, and 1 from Karnataka. The tragic incident prompted a coordinated effort by Indian officials, ensuring quick medical assistance and repatriation for affected families.

Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa and his wife Pavithra Gowda have been arrested in connection with the murder of Renukaswamy, a fan, whose body was found in a stormwater drain in Kamakshipalya. Newly surfaced CCTV footage from a Chitradurga toll plaza shows a white car allegedly used to transport Renukaswamy to Bengaluru. Initially taken in an auto rickshaw, Renukaswamy was later shifted to this car, rented by the accused. Police discovered the crime after a food delivery person alerted them to dogs eating the victim's body. A total of 16 arrests have been made, including Darshan and Pavithra.            

An Indian Air Force (IAF) special aircraft has landed in Delhi carrying the mortal remains of 14 victims from the Kuwait building fire tragedy. Earlier today, a C130J aircraft transported the bodies of 45 Indians to the Cochin International Airport. Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, along with Union Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh, paid respects to the deceased in Kochi where 31 bodies were received. The tragic incident in Kuwait revealed hazardous conditions including gas cylinders, flammable materials, and locked exits, highlighting severe safety lapses. Indian embassy officials continue investigations into the disaster's causes.

Faizan Ahmed, a 23-year-old third-year student from Assam at IIT Kharagpur, was found dead in October 2022 in a room at Lala Lajpat Rai Hostel. Initially thought to be a suicide, a second forensic report has now revealed gunshot and stab wounds on his neck, contradicting earlier findings. Court-appointed forensic expert Dr. A.K. Gupta conducted the second post-mortem examination following a petition by Ahmed's family to the Calcutta High Court. The report also highlighted blood traces on nail cuttings and hair strands, raising questions about the initial investigation's thoroughness and prompting calls for a more rigorous inquiry into the circumstances of his death.