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Thursday, May 14, 2026
CBI Takes Over NEET Paper Leak Case; Multiple Arrests Made
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has taken over the probe into the NEET undergraduate medical exam paper leak after multiple arrests linked to the case, which led to the exam's cancellation affecting over 2.2 million students. The CBI is now investigating a network spanning multiple cities, seizing digital evidence, and coordinating with local authorities…
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Suicide site fined £1m under Online Safety Act
Ofcom has fined a controversial online suicide forum £950,000 for hosting illegal content encouraging suicide, linked to over 130 deaths in the UK. This marks…
No Case for Hate Attacks
A 14-year-old Melbourne girl accused of multiple anti-Semitic attacks and injuring a cyclist has had 109 charges dropped due to her age, allowing her to…
Streeting’s ambitions to become PM hampered by sluggish NHS progress
Health Secretary Wes Streeting faces criticism over slow progress in NHS reforms and ongoing operational challenges nearly two years into his tenure. His ability to…
US wholesale inflation hits 6% as fuel and freight costs escalate
US wholesale inflation jumped to 6 percent in April, driven by rising fuel and freight costs linked to Middle East tensions and supply disruptions. This…
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Supreme Court Orders Marathi Signboards in Devanagari Script
The Supreme Court has mandated that hotels, shops, and other establishments must display signboards prominently in Marathi using the Devanagari script, but many have yet…
Choosing the Right College: Importance of Infrastructure and Placement
Students and families should evaluate colleges based on modern infrastructure, placement services, financial support, location, faculty quality, and academic standards rather than solely academic curriculum.…
Maharashtra Government Takes Strict Action Against Unauthorized Fare Hikes by Private Bus Operators
The Maharashtra government has created a special committee to regulate private bus fares and address complaints about unauthorized ticket booking apps and exorbitant prices. This…
Career Confusion Increasing Among Students Due to Multitude of Options and Market Instability
Students are experiencing growing uncertainty in choosing careers due to misaligned interests and skills, combined with changing external expectations like job market volatility and financial…
Mumbai University BCom Third Year Results: Nearly Half Students Fail
Mumbai University declared the Summer 2026 BCom third-year exam results, with around 53% of the 45,758 candidates passing, while over 8,000 students had their results…
CIDCO Officials Arrested for Bribery in Land Deal
Two CIDCO officials, Deputy District Magistrate Ramdas Jagtap and his attendant Haresh Sonwane, were arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau in Navi Mumbai for accepting a…
Priyank Yadav’s Sudden Death Due to Heart and Lung Complications
Prateek Yadav, the 38-year-old youngest son of Samajwadi Party leader Mulayam Singh Yadav, died early Wednesday morning due to heart and lung complications. An autopsy…
दोन दिवसीय ऑनलाइन स्क्रिप्ट राइटिंग कार्यशाळेचे आयोजन
Miti Gup and Kalavishkar are hosting a two-day online scriptwriting workshop on May 30 and 31, led by acclaimed writers Abhiram Bhadkamkar and Rohini Ninave,…
Konkan and Central Railway to Run Weekly Special Trains Between Madgaon and Panvel
Konkan and Central Railways will run a weekly special train between Madgaon and Panvel starting May 17 to address higher summer holiday travel demand. This…
Terrorist Attack in Manipur, Former Leader Killed
A suspected terrorist attack in Kangpokpi district, Manipur, killed Reverend V. Sitlahour and injured four others while members of the Thado Baptist Association were returning…
भुसावळ-नागपूर रेल्वे मार्गाचा इतिहास आणि परिणाम
The Bhusaval-Nagpur railway line, established during the British era, connected key cotton-producing districts in Vidarbha to Mumbai, enabling large-scale export of raw cotton to Britain…
राजीव खंड़ेलवालच्या 'तुम हो ना... घर की सुपरस्टार' शोची नवी ओळख
Actor Rajeev Khandelwal is returning to television with the show "Tum Ho Na... Ghar Ki Superstar," which highlights and honors the often overlooked contributions of…
Ajit Pawar-Named Indigenous Cow Research and Training Centre Gets State Government Approval
The Maharashtra government has approved naming the Indigenous Cow Research and Training Centre at the College of Agriculture, Pune, after Ajit Pawar. This recognition highlights…
Donald Trump Arrives in China for Political Visit
Former U.S. President Donald Trump arrived in China for a three-day visit to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping and discuss international issues, including the…
ओटीटी लाँग फॉरमॅट सीरिज आणि मनोरंजन क्षेत्रातील बदल
OTT platforms in India are shifting toward producing long-format web series with 40 to 50 episodes, moving away from shorter, experimental formats. This trend enhances…
Shiv Sena Opposes Toll Collection on Incomplete Mumbai-Goa Highway
The Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) has opposed the scheduled May 15 toll collection on the incomplete Mumbai-Goa national highway, demanding suspension until construction is…
Supreme Court: Hindu Religion is a Lifestyle, Temple Visits Not Mandatory
The Supreme Court of India reaffirmed that Hinduism is defined by a way of life rather than mandatory rituals, stating that temple visits or specific…
‘स्कॅम ३’मध्ये सिद्धार्थ बोडकेची महत्त्वाकांक्षी भूमिका
Actor Siddharth Bodke has been cast to play the central role of Subrata Roy in the upcoming web series "Scam 3," directed by Hansal Mehta.…
State Government to Provide Free Clean Toilets at All Maharashtra Bus Stations
The Maharashtra government has announced that all toilets at MSRTC bus stations will be free to use starting June 1 to address cleanliness complaints. This…
BJP Scores Big Wins in Haryana Municipal Elections
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won decisive majorities in key municipal elections across Haryana, including Ambala, Sonipat, and Panchkula, significantly weakening the Congress party's hold.…
आंतरराष्ट्रीय स्तरावर झळकणाऱ्या आलिया भटची चर्चित उपस्थिती
Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt and director Ashutosh Gowariker attended the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, where the official poster for the 57th International Film Festival of…
Special Career Guidance Session 'Winning Foundations of Life and Career' Scheduled in Mumbai
Maharashtra Times Planet Campus and Chanakya Mandal Pariwar are hosting a free career guidance session in Mumbai on May 16 to help students and parents…
Messi’s Salary in MLS at Least Double Compared to Others
Lionel Messi earns an estimated $54.6 million annually with Inter Miami, a salary that surpasses the combined payrolls of most MLS teams and is more…
Bomb Threat at Sawai Mansingh Hospital in Jaipur
Jaipur officials conducted a detailed security inspection at Sawai Mansingh Hospital after receiving a bomb threat demanding 40 crore rupees in ransom. Although no explosives…
MIM Councillor Matin Patel's Homes and Office Demolished Amid Illegal Conversion Case
Authorities in Nashik demolished two houses and an office linked to councillor Matin Patel of AIMIM for unauthorized construction amid an ongoing investigation into illegal…
Central Cabinet Approves Coal-Based Gas Production Scheme
The Indian government has approved a coal-to-gas production scheme aiming to produce 100 million tons of gas from coal by 2030 to enhance energy self-sufficiency.…
अभिनयाचं स्वप्न राहिलं अपूर्ण
Sangita Kulkarni of Thane set aside her childhood dream of becoming an actor to focus on education and stability but has maintained her passion for…
SIT Submits Detailed Chargesheet Against Accused Ashok Kharat in Sexual Assault Cases
A Special Investigation Team has filed a detailed chargesheet against Ashok Kharat in court relating to two of the eight sexual assault cases against him.…
Air India Temporarily Cuts Several International Flights
Air India has temporarily suspended several international flights, including routes between Delhi-Chicago and Mumbai-New York, due to operational difficulties and rising jet fuel costs. This…
‘बहिणाईची गाणी’ पुस्तक आणि ग्रामीण कवितेची सौंदर्य
A housewife from Maharashtra's Khandesh region has created a unique poetry collection in the Varhadi dialect, expressing rural life and personal experiences through simple yet…
Hockey Coach P.R. Sreejesh Protests Removal from Post
Former Indian junior men’s hockey coach P. R. Sreejesh criticized his removal after 17 months, alleging preference was given to a foreign coach due to…
Attempted Attack on Karnataka Assembly Speaker
Authorities have filed cases against 11 people after protesters attacked Karnataka Legislative Assembly Speaker U. T. Khader's convoy in Meroji Ullal, leading to clashes with…
Karnataka Assembly Hosts NSG Anti-Terror 'Mock Drill'
The National Security Guard and Karnataka Police conducted an anti-terror mock drill at the Karnataka Legislative Assembly to practice coordinated counter-terrorism responses. This exercise is…
Shelling in Meerut Leads to Gangster’s Death
A sharpshooter named Zuber, linked to the Munir gang, was killed in a police encounter with the Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force in Meerut. The…
Harsh Travel Conditions for Women Football Players
Female football players from Suruchi Sangha Club in Kolkata faced difficult travel conditions after receiving a daily allowance of just 125 rupees during a two-day…
Student’s Suicide at BITS Pilani Goa Campus
Arjun Sabu, a 26-year-old student from Kerala, was found dead by suicide in his apartment near the BITS Pilani campus in Vasco, Goa, marking the…
Health Secretary Wes Streeting to Challenge Keir Starmer for Labour Leadership
Health Secretary Wes Streeting is set to resign from the Cabinet and challenge Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer for party leadership amid mounting internal dissent…