Bihar Police's Economic Offences Unit (EOU) revealed that digital locks on NEET-UG question paper boxes malfunctioned, leading to delays in their distribution during the May 5 exams. This issue, impacting several centres, forced manual opening of the boxes and prompted the NTA to award grace marks to 1,563 candidates. Amid the investigation, concerns over procedural lapses arise as the CBI takes over the probe into the NEET and NET paper leaks. Subodh Kumar Singh's replacement as NTA Director General adds another layer to the unfolding controversy in India's competitive exams.

Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, carrying NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams, faces extended delays at the International Space Station (ISS) due to technical issues. The spacecraft, which encountered thruster failures and helium leaks, will postpone its return until early July. Originally slated for June 26, the setbacks underscore ongoing challenges in Boeing's CST-100 Starliner program. NASA plans to address these issues during scheduled spacewalks and evaluate system upgrades. With cost overruns exceeding $1.5 billion beyond its $4.5-billion NASA contract, Boeing strives to enhance Starliner's reliability as a crew transport to complement SpaceX's Crew Dragon.

Israeli military faces criticism after a video surfaced showing forces in Jenin, West Bank, strapping a wounded Palestinian, Mujahed Azmi, to a vehicle during an arrest raid. The incident, violating military protocol according to Israeli statements, sparked outrage as footage circulated on social media. Azmi, injured during the raid, was treated by medics after the controversial transport. The military assured an investigation into the incident, acknowledging it did not align with their values. Tensions in the West Bank have intensified post-Israel-Hamas conflict, marked by army raids and settler activities amid a backdrop of Palestinian-Israeli violence.

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has taken charge of the NEET paper leak investigation, filing a fresh case against unidentified persons for fraud and criminal conspiracy. The move comes after the government handed over the probe to the CBI following allegations of irregularities, including cheating and impersonation. The case has sparked widespread student protests and a political row, with demands for a re-test for all students. The CBI will also take custody of those arrested by states. The initial exam was held on May 5, with results showing an unusually high cut-off percentage, triggering suspicions of a paper leak.

A 13-year-old boy from Uttarakhand was detained for sending a hoax bomb threat email to Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport, claiming a bomb was on a Dubai-bound flight. The email, received on June 17, led to high alert and emergency protocols. Upon investigation, police traced the email to the boy, who admitted to sending it "just for fun" after hearing about a similar prank by another teenager. The boy, a Class 9 student, used a school-issued mobile phone for the hoax and later deleted the account. He was released to his parents after the incident, police reported.

Sidhartha Mallya, son of businessman Vijay Mallya, tied the knot with his girlfriend Jasmine in an intimate ceremony in London on Saturday. The couple shared glimpses of their special day on social media, with Sidhartha wearing an emerald green velvet tuxedo and Jasmine donning an all-white gown. The newlyweds announced their union by sharing a photo of their wedding rings, with Jasmine captioning it "forever". The wedding festivities began earlier this week, with Sidhartha sharing a photo with Jasmine and hinting at the upcoming nuptials. The couple's friends and family members also shared congratulatory messages on social media.

Former Cisco CEO John Chambers has predicted that India will surpass the US and China to become the world's largest economy by the end of the century. In an exclusive interview with CNBC-TV18's Shereen Bhan, Chambers highlighted India's potential for transformative growth, projecting it will exceed China's economy by 90% and the US's by 30%, contingent on effective strategy execution. He emphasized the crucial role of a strong US-India partnership in driving this growth. Chambers, also Chairman of the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum, praised India's recent elections and lauded Prime Minister Modi for fostering innovation and a robust democratic process.

The Telangana government has given the nod for early shows and increased ticket prices for Prabhas' upcoming sci-fi action-drama, Kalki 2898 AD. The film, also starring Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, and Disha Patani, will have its first show at 5:30 am on June 27. Ticket prices will be hiked by Rs 70 in regular theaters and Rs 100 in multiplexes for the first eight days. The government's approval comes ahead of the film's release on June 27. Fans can catch the early show with the increased ticket prices, which will be in effect until July 4.

A sudden power outage at Manchester Airport has thrown travel plans into chaos. Thousands of passengers are facing cancellations, delays, and disrupted baggage services. Terminals 1 and 2 are worst hit, with Terminal 3 also experiencing some delays. The airport has advised passengers to check with their airlines for updates and warned of potential baggage delays. With flights being diverted to other airports, passengers are urged to check before heading to the airport for pick-ups. The airport is working to restore normal services, but travel plans are in disarray.

Afghanistan's 21-run victory over Australia in the T20 World Cup has jeopardized Australia's semifinal hopes. Afghanistan's win, led by Gulbadin Naib's 4/20, has put India in a strong position to qualify for the semifinals. Australia must now beat India in their next match and hope Bangladesh defeats Afghanistan to stay in contention. If Australia loses to India and Afghanistan loses to Bangladesh, the team with the better net run rate will advance. India is likely to finish top of the table, while Australia's chances are dwindling. The race for the semifinals is heating up, with Afghanistan and India holding the advantage.