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AI Uncovers ₹655 Cr Fraud in Ayushman Bharat Scheme
AI and machine learning have detected a massive ₹655.04 crore fraud in the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY). Hospitals allegedly used fake medical reports and documents to claim insurance. The National Health Authority (NHA) identified fraudulent practices like using a single X-ray for multiple patients, manipulating patient data, and reusing medical documents across facilities. Consequently, 2021 hospitals have been de-empanelled, 590 suspended, and FIRs lodged against 26. Penalties of ₹263.71 crore have been imposed.
6/14/2026
UPSC IES/ISS 2026 Exam Dates Announced
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the dates for the Indian Economic Service (IES) and Indian Statistical Service (ISS) Examination 2026. The examination is scheduled to be conducted from June 26 to June 28, 2026. This announcement provides aspiring candidates with ample time to prepare for the prestigious examinations. Further details regarding the application process, eligibility criteria, and syllabus will be released in due course on the UPSC official website.
6/14/2026
Fuel Prices Unchanged June 14, LPG Hiked
On June 14, 2026, petrol and diesel prices remained stable nationwide. This follows recent increases totaling ₹7.50/litre due to rising global crude oil costs amid the West Asia crisis. The government has restricted industrial, commercial, and institutional consumers from buying fuel from retail outlets for 90 days, mandating bulk purchases. LPG cylinder prices saw a second hike in three months; a 14.2-kg domestic cylinder in Delhi now costs ₹942 (up ₹29). Commercial 19-kg cylinders in Delhi also rose by ₹42 to ₹3,113.50. Export duties on petrol, diesel, and ATF were reduced by the government. Oil prices slipped to their lowest since March, with Brent futures at $87.33.
6/14/2026
Key News: US-Iran Peace Deal, Assembly Elections & IND W vs PAK W
Uncertainty surrounds a potential US-Iran peace deal on June 14, 2026, despite Trump's claims, as Tehran denies immediate signing. Meanwhile, assembly elections in five states, including UP and Punjab, might be held early this year due to the upcoming census. The weather in Northwest India is expected to remain rainy with a yellow alert issued. In sports, Qatar drew 1-1 with Switzerland in the FIFA World Cup 2026. India Women are set to face Pakistan Women in a T20 match today.
6/14/2026
CUET (UG) 2026 Admit Cards Released
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the admit cards for the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) (UG) 2026. Candidates can now download their admit cards from the official website. The admit cards, published on May 5, 2026, are crucial for appearing in the examination. This release allows applicants to access important details regarding their examination centers and timings, streamlining the preparation process for the upcoming entrance tests.
6/13/2026
TMC Crisis Deepens as MPs Rebel, Leaders Resign
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) is facing an escalating internal crisis as several MPs have rebelled and senior leaders have resigned. A faction led by Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar claims nearly 20 MPs support their dissident camp and are willing to join the BJP-led NDA. Rajya Sabha MP Sushmita Dev and senior leader Sukhendu Sekhar Ray have resigned. Veteran leader Kalyan Banerjee criticized general secretary Abhishek Banerjee, challenging Mamata Banerjee to choose between them. Manas Bhuiyan has also quit the party. Kunal Ghosh was appointed North Kolkata unit chief in a party reshuffle.
6/13/2026
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6/13/2026
CUET (UG) 2026 Reschedules Exam Details
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released an update regarding the Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG) 2026. Candidates can now select their revised exam state, city, date, and shift. This allows aspirants to adjust their examination preferences. The admit cards for CUET (UG) 2026 are available through the provided link. This notification was published on May 6, 2026, and is crucial for all registered candidates.
6/13/2026
Gehlot Urges Regional Parties to Reunite with Congress Under Rahul Gandhi’s Leadership
Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot urged regional parties that originated from Congress to rejoin the grand old party and accept Rahul Gandhi as their leader to strengthen opposition unity. Endorsing Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut's suggestion, Gehlot stated this move would alter national voting patterns and safeguard democracy, which he believes is currently under serious threat. He emphasized that the call is specifically for Congress offshoots, not ideologically distinct parties like CPI(M) or Samajwadi Party, to present a unified leadership against Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
6/13/2026
NCP-Congress Merger: Sharad Pawar Faction May Merge with Congress
Amidst speculations of TMC-Congress merger, discussions have intensified regarding the merger of Sharad Pawar's NCP faction with the Congress party in Maharashtra. This comes 27 years after Pawar left Congress over Sonia Gandhi's foreign origin issue. The move is seen as an opportunity for Congress to regain strength in states like Maharashtra, West Bengal, and Andhra Pradesh, where regional parties, originally breakaway factions of Congress, have weakened its presence. While Sharad Pawar's faction performed well in the Lok Sabha elections with 8 seats, it secured only 10 seats in the subsequent Assembly elections, indicating a weakening political base.
6/12/2026
TMC Faces Internal Turmoil Amidst MLA Rebellion and MP Defection Threats
West Bengal's ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) is grappling with severe internal strife as 58 dissident MLAs, led by Ritabrata Banerjee, have formed an opposition bloc within the state assembly. Adding to the crisis, Barasat MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar, who resigned from party posts, claims support from nearly 20 MPs ready to back the NDA. This comes amidst ongoing speculation of a TMC-Congress merger, which senior TMC leader Kunal Ghosh has denied, and the questioning of Abhishek Banerjee by the CID for five and a half hours in a forged-signature investigation.
6/12/2026
Cabinet Secretary warns against tampering with NEET Re-Exam on June 21
Cabinet Secretary T.V. Somanathan has issued a strict warning against any attempts to disrupt the fairness and security of the NEET UG Re-Exam scheduled for June 21, 2026. The government has adopted a firm stance, stating that severe action will be taken against individuals found to be involved in any misconduct or tampering with the examination process. This move aims to ensure a transparent and secure re-examination for all candidates amidst previous controversies surrounding the exam.
6/12/2026
22 MPs, Including Kharge and Chugh, Elected Unopposed to Rajya Sabha
In the recent Rajya Sabha elections, 22 candidates from nine states were elected unopposed as the number of nominees matched the vacancies, eliminating the need for polling. This included prominent figures like Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge from Karnataka, and BJP leaders Tarun Chugh, Rajneesh Agrawal, and Mahesh Kewat from Madhya Pradesh. The BJP secured all three seats in Madhya Pradesh after Meenakshi Natarajan’s Congress nomination was rejected. The NDA alliance swept all four seats in Andhra Pradesh. Polling for these seats, originally scheduled for June 18, was thus avoided.
6/12/2026
UPSC CSE Prelims 2026 Results Expected This Week on upsc.gov.in
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is expected to release the Civil Services Prelims 2026 results this week on its official website, upsc.gov.in. The exam, comprising two objective papers totalling 400 marks, was conducted on May 24, 2026. Historically, UPSC declares prelims results within 15 to 20 days of the examination. Candidates can check their roll numbers in the PDF document on the website for qualification to the Mains exam.
6/12/2026
TMC Rebel MPs Claim Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar as Chief Whip, Allege Mamata Disconnect
A group of 19 Trinamool Congress (TMC) MPs, including Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar, Satabdi Roy, and Yusuf Pathan, have openly rebelled against party leader Mamata Banerjee, submitting a letter to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on May 18. They assert Dastidar remains the legitimate Chief Whip in Lok Sabha since her removal was not formally communicated to the Secretariat, aiming to bypass anti-defection laws. The rebels allege Mamata Banerjee is disconnected from ground realities, allowing corruption to flourish, and object to the growing influence of her nephew, Abhishek Banerjee, amidst the party's internal crisis following an Assembly election defeat.
6/12/2026
US-Iran Peace Deal, Monsoon Progress, and PoK Protests
On June 12, 2026, US President Donald Trump announced that a major peace agreement with Iran, preventing nuclear weapons acquisition, is nearing finalization and may be signed in Europe this week. Meanwhile, the monsoon has advanced into 17 Indian states, reaching Bihar and expected to enter Uttar Pradesh within three days. In Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), Pakistani soldiers reportedly opened fire on protestors demanding basic amenities in Rawalakot, killing 16 and injuring 37. Additionally, the Delhi Municipal Corporation terminated Assistant Public Health Inspector Prince Mann's contract in the South Zone for negligence following a recent fire in Malviya Nagar.
6/12/2026
Monsoon Divides India: East Drenched, West Arid
India is experiencing a significant "climate divide" this monsoon season. While the Bay of Bengal branch has brought early and heavy rainfall to the Northeast, West Bengal, and Bihar, the Arabian Sea branch has stalled. This delay is due to the absence of low-pressure areas ("power boosters") and the presence of dry, downward-moving winds over the Arabian Sea, preventing moisture-laden monsoon winds from reaching states like Maharashtra and Gujarat. Mumbai, typically receiving monsoon by June 11, now anticipates its arrival by late June, and Gujarat expects pre-monsoon showers around June 20, with the main monsoon by June 23.
6/12/2026
Meenakshi Natarajan Rajya Sabha Nomination Rejected, Congress Supporters Write to CJI-CEC
Around 300 Congress supporters and citizens have collectively written to the Chief Justice of India (CJI) and the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) to protest the rejection of Meenakshi Natarajan's Rajya Sabha nomination from Madhya Pradesh. Natarajan's nomination was cancelled by the Returning Officer, Arvind Sharma, citing incomplete details in Form 26 regarding a court case in Telangana, following a complaint from BJP candidate Mahesh Kewat. The signatories argue that the rejection undermines electoral fairness and democratic participation, violating Section 36 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, and ECI guidelines. Natarajan has since approached the Supreme Court regarding this matter, ahead of the June 18 elections for Madhya Pradesh's three Rajya Sabha seats.
6/11/2026
Supreme Court: Homemakers are Nation Builders, Entitled to ₹30,000 Monthly Compensation in Accidents
The Supreme Court has ruled that "homemaker" should replace "housewife," recognizing their invaluable, often unpaid, domestic contributions as nation-building. In accident compensation cases, the court mandated a minimum of ₹30,000 per month for the loss of a homemaker's services, separate from other damages. This ruling came while increasing compensation from ₹8.43 lakh to ₹62.77 lakh for a family whose matriarch died in a 2001 road accident. The court highlighted that women aged 15-59 spend over seven hours daily on domestic work, contributing 15-17% to India's economy, a fact often overlooked.
6/11/2026
Case Against Comedian Pranit More for Obscene Remarks
Maharashtra Cyber Police have registered a case against comedian Pranit More, web developer Himanshu Jangra, and Dr. Sejal Pawar for allegedly disseminating "obscene and objectionable" content online. The charges, filed under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and IT Act, stem from viral video clips of a Gurugram comedy show where Jangra allegedly trivialized consent with a "₹370 biryani" remark and Pawar made derogatory comments about cadavers. The NCW also took suo motu cognizance and summoned More and Jangra. Authorities have issued an advisory to content creators and warned citizens against sharing such controversial material.
6/11/2026
Two Killed, Two Injured in Manipur Village Attack
On Thursday morning, armed assailants attacked Kultuh village in Manipur's Kamjong district, killing two residents, Letminlun Haokip (35) and Lunminthang Haokip (23), and injuring two others, Jangkhomang (28) and Kamminlal (27). The attackers indiscriminately fired shots and torched approximately seven houses. Security forces have launched a search operation and deployed additional personnel to prevent further violence. A case has been registered under the Indian Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, and the Arms Act. This incident exacerbates an already tense situation following the recent recovery of six mutilated bodies.
6/11/2026
Shatrughan Sinha Reaffirms Loyalty to TMC Amidst Internal Turmoil
TMC MP Shatrughan Sinha publicly affirmed his unwavering loyalty to party chief Mamata Banerjee on Thursday, quashing rumors of him joining a rebel faction. He stated that he would not abandon her during difficult times, citing her past support for him. Sinha emphasized his commitment to the Trinamool Congress and his duty to stand by Banerjee, especially as the party faces significant internal dissent and resignations. Meanwhile, TMC National General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee met with Rahul Gandhi to discuss opposition unity amidst the ongoing party crisis.
6/11/2026
TMC Faces Internal Turmoil as MP Resignations Mount, Alliance Talks with Congress Continue
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) is grappling with an internal crisis as several MPs, including Prakash Chik Baraik, Sukhendu Sekhar Roy, and Sushmita Dev, have resigned. Senior leader Kalyan Banerjee has issued an ultimatum to Mamata Banerjee to choose between him and Abhishek Banerjee. This turmoil coincides with ongoing discussions regarding a potential alliance or merger with the Congress, following meetings between Sonia Gandhi, Mamata Banerjee, and Abhishek Banerjee with Rahul Gandhi. Both TMC and Congress sources have denied merger rumors, emphasizing personal discussions and alliance coordination within the INDIA bloc, while 20 TMC MPs are seeking separate Lok Sabha seating.
6/11/2026
Cyber Fraud Accused Ganesh Balaso Kale Extradited from Thailand by CBI
The CBI has successfully extradited Ganesh Balaso Kale, an accused in cyber fraud, from Thailand to India. Kale orchestrated a scheme enticing individuals with lucrative online part-time job offers that required investment. He ran his fraudulent operations using a sophisticated network involving multiple bank accounts, fake SIM cards, and mobile phones, thereby defrauding numerous victims. His extradition marks a significant achievement for the CBI in combating cross-border cybercrime and bringing offenders to justice.
6/11/2026
Kerala Reports Suspected Nipah Case, Trader Hospitalised
A 43-year-old trader in Kozhikode, Kerala, has been hospitalised with suspected Nipah virus after initial tests showed positive results. The samples are sent to NIV-Pune for official confirmation. The man’s godown, near dense vegetation, had many fruit bats, which are reservoirs for the virus. The state health department has declared a containment zone and initiated contact tracing. Kerala has reported 24 Nipah deaths since 2018, with outbreaks typically occurring from May to September.
6/11/2026
Congress’ Meenakshi Natarajan Challenges Rajya Sabha Nomination Rejection in Supreme Court
Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajan has moved the Supreme Court challenging the rejection of her Rajya Sabha nomination from Madhya Pradesh, ahead of the June 18 elections for three seats. Her candidature was rejected on June 9 by the Returning Officer, Arvind Sharma, due to alleged non-disclosure of a pending case in a Hyderabad court in her affidavit. The Congress argues that no criminal case officially exists, as no court has taken cognisance, and plans an urgent hearing. The BJP maintains that Supreme Court guidelines require disclosure of all pending matters, making her omission a violation. This rejection effectively removes Congress from contention for one of the three Rajya Sabha seats.
6/11/2026
Govt Exempts Excise Duty on Higher Ethanol-Petrol Blends
The Indian government has exempted excise duty on petrol blended with 22%, 25%, 27%, and 30% ethanol. This decision aims to promote the adoption of higher ethanol blends, going beyond the existing E20 mandate, to reduce India's reliance on crude oil imports, boost domestic biofuel production, and enhance energy security. The move follows the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) introducing new quality specifications for these blends effective from May 15, 2026. Despite concerns about engine compatibility and mileage, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas affirms the environmental benefits and scientific validity of ethanol blending.
6/11/2026
Kerala Confirms New Nipah Case in Kozhikode Man
A 40-year-old man in Kozhikode, Kerala, has tested positive for the Nipah virus in a preliminary test on Wednesday. Health authorities have initiated contact tracing and precautionary measures, with the patient currently admitted to Kozhikode Medical College Hospital. This marks another instance of the virus in Kerala, which has experienced four Nipah outbreaks between 2018 and 2023, resulting in 31 cases and 24 deaths, primarily in the Kozhikode district. Official confirmation from the virology lab is pending, but containment protocols are already in effect.
6/10/2026
NDA Celebrates Modi as Longest-Serving Continuously Elected PM
On June 10, 2026, the NDA lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi for becoming India's longest-serving continuously elected Prime Minister, having served 4,399 days. Andhra Pradesh CM N. Chandrababu Naidu moved a resolution praising Modi's leadership and the government's 12 years of achievements, including economic growth, pro-Dalit/tribal policies, and widespread governance across three-fourths of India. The resolution highlighted India's emergence as a digital economy leader and cited 25 crore people lifted from poverty, while also noting 15 trade deals with 38 nations.
6/10/2026
Congress to Challenge Rajya Sabha Nomination Rejection in Supreme Court
The Congress party is set to appeal to the Supreme Court against the rejection of Meenakshi Natarajan's Rajya Sabha nomination from Madhya Pradesh. Her nomination for one of the three Upper House seats was rejected by the Returning Officer on June 9, 2026, due to alleged non-disclosure of a case against her in Hyderabad. A Congress delegation, including K.C. Venugopal and Abhishek Singhvi, met the Election Commission on June 10, 2026, arguing that the RO's decision was "egregious and unlawful" as the Representation of the People Act only requires disclosure of cases with charges framed and potential punishment over two years.
6/10/2026