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Khan sir calls for strict action against paper leaks, says security must begin at source of question papers

IANS | June 1, 2026 11:14 AM

Patna, June 1 (IANS) Renowned educator Khan Sir on Monday expressed serious concern over examination paper leaks, stating that such incidents affect not only students but also teachers, who are forced to repeat months of academic preparation. He stressed that the focus of security measures should be on the stage where question papers are prepared and printed rather than solely on their transportation.

12-year-old Bihar boy dies after makeshift saree swing turns noose while playing

IANS | June 1, 2026 10:24 AM

Patna, June 1 (IANS) A 12-year-old boy lost his life in a tragic accident in the Phulwarisharif area of Patna after a saree allegedly became entangled around his neck while he was attempting to make a swing during a play session in a field, officials and family members said on Monday.

JEE Advanced 2026 results: Shubham Kumar from IIT Delhi zone secures AIR 1

IANS | June 1, 2026 10:04 AM

New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee has announced the results of the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced 2026, bringing an end to days of anticipation for engineering aspirants across the country. Shubham Kumar from the IIT Delhi zone emerged as the overall topper, while Arohi Deshpande secured the highest rank among female candidates.

Sri Lankan refugee teen killed in Chennai as car rams into bike after bar dispute escalates

IANS | June 1, 2026 10:00 AM

Chennai, June 1 (IANS) An 18-year-old Sri Lankan refugee was killed, and another teenager was left seriously injured after a confrontation between two groups of youngsters at a private bar in Chennai allegedly escalated into a fatal act of road rage, officials said.

UPI clocks 24 pc growth, transactions hit 23.2 billion in May

IANS | June 1, 2026 9:56 AM

Mumbai, June 1 (IANS) India's digital payments ecosystem witnessed continued growth, with Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transaction volumes rising 24 per cent year-on-year to 23.20 billion and transaction value nearing the Rs 30 lakh crore mark in May, according to data released by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) on Monday.

PM Modi extends birthday wishes to Mansukh Mandaviya, lauds role in furthering youth's welfare

IANS | June 1, 2026 9:17 AM

New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended birthday greetings to Union Minister of Labour and Employment Mansukh Mandaviya and praised his efforts in enhancing sports infrastructure and ensuring the well-being of workers and youth across the country.

Aviation output falls in S. Korea at sharpest pace in 52 months in April

IANS | June 1, 2026 9:11 AM

Seoul, June 1 (IANS) South Korea's aviation sector output fell at the sharpest pace in 52 months in April, mainly due to a spike in fuel surcharges stemming from the prolonged Middle East conflict, government data showed on Monday.

Bengal cabinet expansion today, 35 new ministers to take oath at Lok Bhavan

IANS | June 1, 2026 8:44 AM

Kolkata, June 1 (IANS) The 35 members of the extended cabinet in West Bengal will take the oath as ministers at Lok Bhavan in Kolkata at 11 a.m. on Monday.

Parliamentary panel to review issues related to NEET, NTA, CBSE exams

IANS | June 1, 2026 8:36 AM

New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Education, Women, Children, Youth and Sports will hold key meetings in the national capital on Monday and Tuesday to discuss several important issues concerning NEET, the National Testing Agency (NTA), CBSE examination reforms, and broader education policy matters.

Intel, Odisha explore chip packaging facility

IANS | June 1, 2026 1:57 AM

Washington, June 1 (IANS) Intel Corporation and 3D Glass Solutions have signed a memorandum of understanding with the Odisha government to explore establishing an advanced semiconductor glass core packaging substrate manufacturing facility, a move that could strengthen India's ambitions to become a global semiconductor hub.

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Khan sir calls for strict action against paper leaks, says security must begin at source of question papers

12-year-old Bihar boy dies after makeshift saree swing turns noose while playing

JEE Advanced 2026 results: Shubham Kumar from IIT Delhi zone secures AIR 1

Sri Lankan refugee teen killed in Chennai as car rams into bike after bar dispute escalates

UPI clocks 24 pc growth, transactions hit 23.2 billion in May

PM Modi extends birthday wishes to Mansukh Mandaviya, lauds role in furthering youth's welfare

Aviation output falls in S. Korea at sharpest pace in 52 months in April

Bengal cabinet expansion today, 35 new ministers to take oath at Lok Bhavan

Parliamentary panel to review issues related to NEET, NTA, CBSE exams

Intel, Odisha explore chip packaging facility

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