Amid the NEET-UG 2024 controversy, a sting operation by India Today exposed Bijender Gupta, revealing intricate details of the paper leak network. Gupta, involved in multiple previous leaks, disclosed methods involving transportation mishaps and collusion with blacklisted firms to obtain tender contracts. He implicated key accused Sanjeev Mukhiya, on the run, predicting his evasion from authorities. The racket aimed at benefiting 700 students with potential earnings of Rs 200–300 crore. Gupta's revelations shed light on systemic flaws in exam security and ongoing investigations by authorities.  

The Uttar Pradesh government has introduced a stringent ordinance to combat examination paper leaks. Approved on Tuesday, the Uttar Pradesh Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Ordinance imposes penalties ranging from two years to life imprisonment and fines up to ₹1 crore. It covers exams held by UP Public Service Commission, Subordinates Service Selection Board, UP Board, and state universities. Offenses include distributing fake question papers and creating fake employment websites. The ordinance mandates non-bailable trials and allows property attachment and blacklisting of guilty parties. 

The Kerala Legislative Assembly unanimously passed a resolution on Monday to rename the state as 'Keralam'. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, who moved the resolution, emphasized that the state's name is 'Keralam' in Malayalam, reflecting the linguistic and cultural identity of its people. The resolution, supported by both the ruling and opposition parties, urges the Centre to amend the name in the Constitution under Article 3. A similar resolution was adopted in August 2023 but required re-presentation due to technicalities. The name change aims to correct the official designation to match the state’s local nomenclature.

A Pune court has granted bail to a 17-year-old boy accused of causing a fatal crash while allegedly driving a Porsche under the influence on May 19. The high-speed collision with a motorcycle resulted in the deaths of engineers Aneesh Awadhiya and Ashwini Koshta. The boy’s parents, Vishal and Shivani Agrawal, were arrested for allegedly tampering with his blood samples to obstruct the investigation. Following the court’s decision, the teen, currently in an observation home, is set to reside with his aunt upon release. The police submitted a detailed report to the Juvenile Justice Board before the bail was granted.

The newly constructed Ayodhya Ram Mandir's roof has started leaking after the first rain, raising concerns over its construction. Chief Priest Acharya Satyendra Das has demanded an investigation into the matter, questioning the temple's drainage system. Water is leaking from above and accumulating near the Ram Lalla idol, making it difficult to offer prayers. Das expressed surprise at the incident, considering the presence of many engineers and the recent Pran Pratishtha ceremony. He urged for a quick resolution to avoid further issues during the monsoon season. The incident has raised questions over the temple's construction quality and preparedness for the rains.

The Ram Temple in Ayodhya, inaugurated in January by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has started leaking during rainfall. Chief priest Acharya Satyendra Das reported that water was dripping from the sanctum sanctorum's roof. Nripendra Mishra, head of the temple's construction committee, confirmed the issue and called for immediate repairs. He explained that the leak was expected due to ongoing construction. Monsoon rains also caused severe waterlogging in Ayodhya, affecting roads and homes. Local officials are working to address the flooding.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar announced new initiatives to accelerate passport processing. On Passport Seva Divas, he highlighted efforts to reduce police verification times through collaboration with state and UT police forces. The Ministry has also expanded its network with over 440 Post Office Passport Seva Kendras and integrated the Passport Seva System with DigiLocker for digital document submission. The introduction of the “mPassport Police App” in 9,000 police stations aims to streamline communication and speed up verification. These measures enhance accessibility and efficiency, particularly benefiting rural areas.

In Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, a 20-year-old man was tricked into a sex change surgery by his friend Omprakash Pal, who conspired with staff at Begrajpur Medical College. Lured to the hospital under false pretenses, the victim was sedated and operated on. Upon awakening, he was told he must marry Pal and relocate. Pal threatened to harm the victim’s family and seize his property if he resisted. Protests by the Bharatiya Kisan Union led to Pal's arrest and an ongoing investigation into the hospital’s role.

NCERT's updated Class 12 Political Science textbook has rephrased the Babri Masjid as a "three-dome structure" and reduced its section on Ayodhya from four pages to two. Key details such as the BJP-led Rath Yatra and the communal riots following the mosque’s demolition are omitted. The revised content frames the 2019 Supreme Court verdict on the Ram Temple as a resolution to a "centuries-old dispute." This marks the fourth revision since 2014, reflecting recent legal and social developments surrounding the Ayodhya issue.

The NEET-PG 2024 exam, set for June 23, was unexpectedly postponed just hours before its start, provoking a wave of outrage among candidates. A widely shared video captures a student's heated criticism of the Ministry of Education, accusing it of "ruining lives" with its last-minute decision. The student decries the authorities' lack of foresight and responsibility, questioning their competence in handling such critical exams. Many candidates echoed these sentiments, lamenting the disruption to their plans and preparation. The Union Health Ministry defended the postponement, citing student well-being and exam integrity, and promised to announce new dates shortly.