Health Bulletin 20/May/2026 - Video
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Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar Criticises Centre Over NEET-UG 2026 Paper Leak Controversy
Amid the massive controversy surrounding the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak and cancellation of the examination, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar sharply criticised the Centre, calling the incident a “great shame on India” and accusing the government of failing students and parents across the country.
Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru, Shivakumar said the paper leak had damaged India’s global image in education and created anger and uncertainty among lakhs of aspirants. He questioned why Union ministers and Members of Parliament had remained silent despite the seriousness of the issue, adding that opposition-ruled states would have faced severe criticism if such an incident had occurred under their administration. Take a look at the video where he criticised the Centre over the NEET-UG paper leak controversy and demanded accountability from Union ministers, reports the News Mill.
NEET UG 2026 Paper Leak: Mid-Interrogation Phone Call Uncovers Alleged Multi-State Network
The interrogation of the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak accused has reportedly become a major breakthrough in the ongoing investigation, with the CBI uncovering what officials describe as a vast multi-state network involving MBBS students, middlemen, coaching operators and alleged paper suppliers spread across Rajasthan, Haryana, Maharashtra and Kerala. Investigators claim he admitted to purchasing the leaked paper for Rs 5 lakh before reselling it further.
According to the Special Operations Group (SOG) case diary, a crucial lead emerged when he allegedly received a phone call during interrogation from a man identified as “Rishi”, who reportedly questioned pending payments and hinted at future leak operations in 2027. Officials claim the disclosures led investigators to several accused across states, including MBBS students and coaching-linked persons, reports News 18.
The probe has also revealed an alleged Kerala connection, where the leaked paper was reportedly circulated through a student and later identified by girls staying at a PG accommodation in Rajasthan after matching it with the actual exam paper. Investigators are now tracing WhatsApp chats, Telegram groups and financial transactions linked to the alleged racket.
Parents Under CBI Scanner Over Alleged Rs 10–25 Lakh NEET 2026 Leak Deals
After paper solvers, middlemen, and exam insiders, now the parents and coaching centres have also come under the scanner of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in its ongoing probe into the alleged NEET UG 2026 paper leak.
The investigators have reportedly turned their attention to parents, who are being suspected of purchasing leaked question papers for their children, Moneycontrol has reported.
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Parents under scanner in NEET 2026 leak case, CBI probe Rs 10-25 lakh deals
Rajasthan HC Denies Bail to Medical Graduates in Fake FMGE Certificate Case
Observing that such frauds undermine the integrity of competitive exams and unfairly harm genuine, meritorious candidates competing through lawful means, the Rajasthan High Court has refused to grant bail to two medical graduates accused of being involved in a fake Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) certificate scam.
While stating that the court cannot remain oblivious to the increasing trend of preparing and using forged educational documents, marksheets, degree certificates and examination credentials for securing professional opportunities and employment, Justice Praveer Bhatnagar held,
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