Evening News Wrap: NEET exam canceled due to paper leak; The stock market fell by 1,400 points and more. india news
NEET paper leaked; Stock market fall and much more
- NTA canceled NEET-UG 2026 after the “guess paper” matched the original question paper too closely. The government ordered a CBI inquiry, while new exam dates and admit card schedule will be announced later.
- Rising crude oil prices, record low of rupee, continued selling by foreign investors and escalating US-Iran tensions created jitters in Indian equity markets, causing Sensex and Nifty to fall more than 1.5%.
- Pakistan confirmed that Iranian aircraft landed at its airbase, but denied reports linking them to military operations, calling the claims misleading and instead linked to diplomatic and ceasefire-related arrangements.
- Ahead of Vijay’s floor test, a rebel faction of the AIADMK supported the TVK government, deepening internal divisions within the party and strengthening Vijay’s bid to prove his majority in the assembly.
- Olympian Sakshi Malik supported Vinesh Phogat in her dispute with the WFI and urged the authorities to allow the wrestler to return after motherhood and give her a fair trial.
Here are the top stories of the day:
NEET exam canceled due to paper leak
The National Testing Agency canceled NEET-UG 2026 after question papers were leaked through “guess papers” circulated before the exam, which closely resembled the actual questions. More than 22 lakh students were affected. The Center ordered a CBI probe into the leaks and malpractices, while the NTA said the rescheduled dates of the exams would be announced within 7-10 days without fresh registration or additional fees. Read the full story
Main reasons for decline in stock market, investors’ wealth worth Rs 10.16 lakh crore lost
There was a massive decline in Indian stock markets, destroying investors’ wealth worth more than Rs 10 lakh crore. Rising crude oil prices, record decline of the rupee, persistent selloff by foreign investors and uncertainty over the fragile US-Iran ceasefire hurt sentiments, which were the key players behind the dramatic crash. Analysts said equities remained under pressure due to heightened geopolitical risks, higher bond yields and global macroeconomic concerns. Read the full story
Pakistan has allowed Iranian military planes to arrive at its airbase
Pakistan admitted that Iranian aircraft had landed on its airbase during the US-Iran ceasefire. However, it rejected US media reports suggesting any military connection, calling them speculative and misleading. Islamabad said the aircraft were involved in diplomatic talks and logistical arrangements related to peace efforts. The clarification comes after a CBS report alleged that Iranian military aircraft had landed at the Noor Khan airbase in Rawalpindi. Read the full story
A big upset is coming in AIADMK before the floor test of TVK’s Vijay.
The post-poll political drama in Tamil Nadu intensified with the AIADMK faction led by SP Velumani and CV Shanmugam extending support to Vijay’s TVK government ahead of the crucial floor test. The move exposed sharp divisions within the AIADMK over possible DMK support. Vijay has also received support from Congress, Left parties, VCK and IUML. Read the full story
Olympic medalist Sakshi Malik supports Vinesh Phogat; sought help from PM
Sakshi Malik supports Vinesh Phogat amid the standoff with the Wrestling Federation of India over her return to competition after retirement. Criticizing the rules that reportedly prevent mothers from resuming sports careers, Sakshi urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and WFI officials to give Vinesh a fair chance to compete again and represent India. Read the full story