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June 19, 2026 12:47 PM

Delhi HC upholds Centre’s temporary Telegram suspension ahead of NEET-UG re-exam

The Delhi High Court on Friday upheld the Centre's decision to temporarily suspend Telegram services across the country ahead of the NEET (UG) 2026 re-examination, observing that the government had strictly followed the procedure prescribed under law while invoking emergency blocking powers. Rejecting a petition filed by Telegram challenging the restrictions, Justice Tejas Karia held that the impugned orders satisfied the test of proportionality and were justified in view of the circumstances s...

June 18, 2026 4:40 PM

Mumbai locals to run full schedule on Sunday to facilitate travel for NEET-UG students

In a significant move to facilitate travel for NEET-UG 2026 aspirants, Central Railway on Thursday announced the cancellation of its Sunday schedule for Mumbai Local trains this coming Sunday. To ensure seamless connectivity for students appearing for the examination, all 1,820 local services will operate according to the regular weekday timetable. Furthermore, the railway administration has confirmed that there will be no mega block on any Central Railway routes on June 21, 2026. Typically, C...

June 18, 2026 11:34 AM

Nearly 16 lakh candidates download NEET-UG 2026 re-exam admit cards as NTA eases access ahead of June 21 test

The National Testing Agency (NTA) said that nearly 16 lakh candidates have successfully downloaded their admit cards for the NEET (UG) 2026 re-examination, scheduled to be held on June 21, as authorities intensify preparations to ensure the smooth and secure conduct of one of the country's largest entrance examinations. In a significant relief for candidates, the NTA has simplified the admit card download process by allowing aspirants to access their hall tickets without first completing bank a...

June 12, 2026 1:49 PM

NTA Announces Student-Friendly Measures for NEET-UG 2026

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced a series of student-centric measures for the upcoming NEET (UG) 2026 examination, scheduled to be held on June 21, aimed at enhancing candidate comfort and ensuring a smoother examination experience. In a statement issued on Friday, the agency said the examination window has been extended to 195 minutes, from 2:00 pm to 5:15 pm. The revised duration includes invigilation-related formalities such as signing attendance sheets at the beginning and en...

May 25, 2026 7:40 PM

NEET-UG re-exam: Centre seeks states’ cooperation for smooth and fair conduct

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has written to Chief Ministers, Lieutenant Governors and Administrators of all states and Union Territories, seeking their cooperation for the smooth and fair conduct of the NEET (UG) 2026 re-examination scheduled on June 21. In view of the prevailing severe heatwave conditions across several parts of the country, Pradhan urged states to ensure the availability of essential facilities at examination centres for the convenience and well-being of studen...

May 12, 2026 12:58 PM

NEET-UG 2026 cancelled, fresh exam to be held; CBI probe ordered

The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Tuesday cancelled the NEET-UG 2026 examination conducted on May 3 and announced that a fresh examination will be held on dates to be notified later, following allegations of irregularities in the exam process. In an official statement issued on X, the NTA said the decision was taken after examining inputs received from central agencies and law enforcement authorities regarding alleged malpractices linked to the examination. The agency stated that it had ear...

May 3, 2026 10:52 AM

NEET-UG 2026 being held in Dubai and Sharjah today

Indian students in the UAE are sitting the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG) 2026 today, Sunday, May 3, with examination centres open in both Dubai and Sharjah. The pen-and-paper test, conducted by the National Testing Agency, is being held from 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm UAE time. The Indian High School in Dubai and Sharjah Indian School in Sharjah are serving as the designated examination centres. The examination is being overseen by the Consulate General of India in Dubai....

May 3, 2026 11:23 AM

NEET-UG 2026 to be held today across the country

The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) UG for admission to undergraduate medical courses will be conducted today across the country. The examination is scheduled to begin at 2 pm and will conclude at 5 pm. As per the official information bulletin, candidates will be allowed entry into examination centres only until 1:30 pm, after which no entry will be permitted. The exam is being conducted by the National Testing Agency since 2019, following approval from the Ministry of Health an...